Overview & Reviews

Cherokee Classic and Limited replace the Cherokee Country. A new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is now the base engine for the SE, available with an optional three-speed automatic. New colors include Chili Pepper Red, Emerald Green and Deep Amethyst.

• Inexpensive and loaded with rugged character, dual airbags, optional ABS, optional 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine

User Reviews:

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  Ryans Jeep Review - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By RyanJeep - November 5 - 11:56 am

  Very reliable. Kept regular maintenance schedule ... minimal down-time for mechanical repairs over the life of the vehicle. In family since new.

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  My 2 wheel drive jeep - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By alex8277 - November 1 - 9:20 am

  So its two wheel drive. My friend has a Blazer I can get everywhere he can just as fast. With out the 4 wheel drive. So it doesnt get stuck I love her.

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  Best vehicle Ill ever own - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By gotta love the jeep - April 5 - 12:56 am

  I inherited this when my dad passed a couple of years ago, and between him, my mom, and myself, weve put 55,000 miles on this Cherokee. My mom and sister both have Grand Cherokees (98 and 99), but neither compare to the way this one performs on or off-road. The ride is a little bouncy at times, but thats to be expected for a truck-based SUV. Even then, it rides much better than many current car-based SUV wanna-bes and newer mid-sized truck-based SUVs with independent suspension, IMHO. Ill also tell you that this is one vehicle the designers and engineers got right, even with upgrades as the model years moved along.

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  You have to experience a JEEP - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By hxvxm - March 28 - 2:00 am

  Jeeps are incredibly fun to dirve. There rugged and extreme. Ive used my 4x4 to go skiing as well as off roading. The Jeep comes through on all trails. I would recommend finding a stick vs. automatic.

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  i will always own a cherokee - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By builtnotbought - September 7 - 3:58 am

  I have owned a cherokee for 5 years. i paid $2k for it and have invested in a 3in rough country suspension lift and 30in yokohama geolander AT tires. not a hill in arizona i need to go up and havent been able too. ive never had to turn around on a trail. keep in mind jeeps are built not bought. i hear stories of peoples jeep bugging out on them early ill tell you first hand its because the owner did something wrong. 4.0 straight 6 are bullet proof. economic and powerful. from the trail to the road. there will always be a cherokee in my garage even if its not a primary. not enough room to say all the things i want about it. jeep cherokees refuse to die. remember theyre built not bought.

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  Excellent, tough truck. - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By IronWagon - August 24 - 10:00 am

  Cherokees have always been a tough, reliable 4WD. After owning one for years and 120K miles, I agree. Luxurious, no. Many vehicles are more comfortable. Small, nimble, simple vehicles, yes. Very durable too. One turn signal switch has been replaced. All other items, tires, brakes, oil, etc., were maintenance items. This is a vehicle that has seen many offroad miles in the Southwestern deserts, and it seems to be just breaking in. Offroad, it will leave posuer 4x4s (Xterra, etc) behind, including very expensive ones. The 4.0L engine has more in common with a tractor, but theyll run past 300K with basic shadetree mechanic skills. A simple scan of the used Cherokees bears this out. A+

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  Is this for real? - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By Is this suv for real - May 27 - 12:50 pm

  My Father brought this home new when I was in high school. He used it for the work commute. Last year, with 212k problem free miles on it, he just gave it to me!! I now have near 245k miles on her and it runs and sounds just like when he first brought it home!! I cannot say enough about this engine and vehicle!! It boggles my mind that Jeep could get rid of it!! You couldnt PAY me to drive a Liberty! 3. who? I really believe that with my REGULAR maintenance Ill get well over 350k. Well see!

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  The Best Ive Ever Owned! - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By Papi - November 21 - 8:10 am

  I purchased this Jeep 3 years ago when it had about 70,000 miles. Before this Jeep I owned a 95 model. Today Ive more than doubled the mileage (157,000) and Ive tuned it up once, turned the rotors, replaced a radiator hose, and spent a minimal amount on the front end. (Ive four wheeled a little and got air a few times... probably my fault.) Just routine maintenance. I expect to have this car until it drops. I would recommend this car to anyone... just make sure its been maintained well. I use synthetic oil and Lucas additive.

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  Love the Jeep - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By orange_to_the_t - July 20 - 10:00 am

  I only have 39K miles on my Jeep but so far I have not had any problems. The 4.0 in line 6 is very powerful and with the 5 speed stick it is quite good on gas, 18/22MPG.

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  absolutely indestructible - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By samnkiki - February 19 - 4:13 am

  Father drove it home brand new off the lot in 1998 from lous jeep eagle in Geneva illinois. Its in my garage as I write this next to the wifes Acura mdx. I cant put into words how amazing this vehicle is. I refuse to buy another car until she dies on me. 311,346 thousand miles and aside from tires batteries belts lights. .ya know wear items. ..shes been solid as titanium! Years ago when roads were impassable I was passing hummers and other "4wd" vehicles.