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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  98 jeep xj - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By desprado227 - February 10 - 10:23 am

  228500 mi and still as strong as the day it was born JEEPS RULE THE EARTH all others try to follow

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  Wish they still made these. - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By DT-Jeep - January 18 - 10:00 am

  Best vehicle I ever drove. Fun, powerful yet small. My trip computer says Ive averaged 19.2 mpg including pulling a camper and daily driving.

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  Jeep Cherokee - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By Waysco - September 21 - 3:23 pm

  This vehicle has been everything we could have imagined and more, and she still has a lot to offer. One of the best 4x4s we have ever owned. It would go through snow and ice like it was dry roadway. The Best.

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  What a Jeep! - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By mozbeach - July 5 - 9:26 pm

  Bought this Jeep, my first Cherokee, used in 2000. Traded in my 93 Wrangler for it. Thought I would hate it without the rag top, but this car is great. Carries my kids and all my toys. Runs great in all weather/conditions. I now have 170,000 miles (68,000 when bought) and am just starting to replace original equipment. Only negatives are the gas mileage and my instrument gauges periodically fail. No mechanic has been able to find the cause. Despite that I will never buy another SUV other than a Jeep.

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  Excellent Spare/Snow Vehicle - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By byron555 - July 5 - 2:43 pm

  After exchanging our Subaru Outback for a mini van we found our selves without 4x4 for the first time. And we proceed with the snowiest winter in recorded Wisconsin history. We bought this as a "spare" vehicle, I say spare but it is now being used more than our 07 Hyundai Entourage Limited mini van. The 4.0 with the 5 speed accelerates with force up to 65 mph. The snow capability and stability easily rivals our old Outback, and the off road ability absolutely crushes the Outback. It is also far cheaper than a used Outback. I really like Subarus and have owned 7 of them, but I like this Jeep better than the 2000 Outback we owned.

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  Rest in Peace - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By dtskiles - March 13 - 10:00 am

  At 75,000 miles the A/C died. Repairs were VERY costly. Gas mileage was stable from day one - at a dismal 17mpg. But the engine itself is amazing. That inline 6 is about the more reliable engine Ive ever owned and gives the car more power than it needs.

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  4 wheeling - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By Ironman - November 9 - 3:30 am

  I bought mine with 64,000 miles on it. It now has 112,000 and is still going strong. Overall dependability has been very good, just regular maintenance. Yes, its loud, mileage is pretty bad & the back seat could be more comfortable, but its also very practical. Love it ! And, it never feels like its going to tip over, like other SUVs. I dont have any modifications made - all stock. I never thought I could have this much fun in an SUV !

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  Loud and bumpy ride - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By ksboehm - September 6 - 2:00 am

  Overall, its a fun SUV to drive, but the quality of the ride leaves a lot to be desired. Interior is very basic- no perks. There is a lot of wind noise once you exceed about 40-50 mph and engine is also loud. Overall, I found it to be uncomfortable to drive for more than just short trips around town. The ride is very bumpy, so if youre looking for a somewhat smooth ride, this is definitely not the vehicle for you.

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  reliable is the name of the game - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By stoney33lax - August 13 - 6:23 am

  This truck has been in my family since 98 now has 120,000 miles w/automatic trany truck has been so reliable I just cant sell it it wouldnt make sense. Many great memories behind the wheel truck has kept my family safe and secure everyday never have I found a snow storm that this 4x4 cant handle not the coolest ride on the road but certanly the most reliable one purchase I absolutely dont regret. My uncle also had one w/250k miles same model truck 4-speed auto. Cant wait till my trucks at 200k itll prob. Run the same it always has I love you Jeep

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  Made for driving off-road - 1998 Jeep Cherokee
  By nd826 - August 2 - 2:00 am

  I bought mine as a lease return and have had only one problem - the transfer case was shot, probably because the previous person drove with PT 4WD on *all* the time (clearly not the brightest). Warranty covered it, so it wasnt so bad. Every other aspect runs beautifully - tons of power from the in-line 6 cyl. engine, and amazing off-road capability. Ive been in snow and mud up to my fenders, but my cherokee climbs right out of it. The MPG isnt bad for an SUV - 20-22 MPG on avg. for me. The ride comfort isnt great, esp. in the tight back seat, but Im happy to trade a little on-road comfort for the off-road/bad weather confidence :)