Overview & Reviews

A new interior sporting modern instrumentation debuts. Front and rear styling is refined, and the rear liftgate is now stamped from steel. Multiplex wiring is designed to improve reliability of the electrical system, while a new paint process aims to polish the finish of all Cherokees.

• Cheap and loaded with rugged character, dual airbags, optional ABS, optional full-time 4WD, optional 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine

User Reviews:

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  Great! - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By codz - December 1 - 10:00 am

  Its a great vehicle...It rides so smooth on the freeway. I used to own a 94 Blazer, and it just would shake and rattle around. Whole new story here! Very smooth -- and even more powerful. Great stuff!

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  There is nothing like a Jeep - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By mtbiker82 - November 14 - 10:00 am

  First, I am seeing a lot of reviews that are using gas mileage as a negative. I get 17mpg in the city and 21+ on the highway and thats with the 4.0L straight 6. Its a SUV...thats great!! Unstoppable off-road. Backseat slightly uncomfortable, but just fine for short trips. If want to drive a legend...get a Jeep.

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  Jeep Cherokee Country - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By Lightnin - January 31 - 10:00 am

  One of the best cars Ive owned. A little wind noise that I would prefer to not have. At 153,000 miles, its worth far more to me than the trade in value offered.

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  Love it, but hate it - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By Esaked - January 31 - 10:00 am

  I love my Jeep, even though the gas mileage is not very good. Its great in snow and rain. Ive had few problems with it, but few too many to ignore. Radiator had to be replaced due to the seam splitting, gas tank sensor had to be replaced, and now my rear hazard signals go on when I put my left turn signal on. I can find a dealership that will can fix, and I called Jeep Customer service and they were no help. I failed inspection because of this and Im at a loss with what to do.

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  Wish they still made them - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By bored - December 1 - 9:20 pm

  I love the look of this model. Very rugged and simple. Nowadays, SUVs have been designed for soccer moms and this thing actually looks like it was designed for a little more than picking up some milk. I bought my Cherokee used last year as a second vehicle for winter use and have invested some money into the suspension. It has 140,000 km on it and the engine/transmission and 4WD all run like a charm. The only problem I have is the computer acting up during the cold months of winter, but has no problems in summer. Gas mileage is not the best and rides a little rough overall. I know it wasnt meant to be a smooth riding gas sipper, but it is a little harsher than youd expect.

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  The Jeep Thing - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By Jeep_Florida - October 1 - 5:36 pm

  I bought it in 2008 and has 112k miles and i`m tge 2nd owner,never used 4 off- road,4.0,4x4,5 speed(oh yeah i want to change gear when i want to),MPG- 19 city,24 highway at 70 mph,20 towing a u- haul tralier.Never had any major repairs i replaced the shocks,breaks,all fluids,wiper blades,installed a cd player and also new speakers with amp all on weekends...grab a beer and save money doing that 4 fun.Easy to work on,fun to drive,to park,lot of space inside,best suv for the money.If u want to save money on gas ride a bicycle...want a smooth ride buy a BMW,but the JEEP is the way to go everywhere.

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  Loved mine! - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By spencer Millsap - August 5 - 3:43 pm

  I bought my jeep back in 2002 with 90k miles ALREADY on it! I just got rid of it at 205k miles to get a new Jeep Patriot 4x4. Awesome transition. I loved my Jeep, super dependable, great 4x4 performance, perfect cargo space, etc. Had to deal with water pumps, radiators, catalytic converters, and all other wear and tear of the car, but it lasted me 205k miles and it is STILL running strong. Go get one with low miles if you can find one

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  My 2nd Jeep - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By kiwi - February 9 - 12:10 am

  Got 225,000 miles on my 1992 Jeep and needed a replacement - this was as close as I got - its already done 97,000 miles - I like this basic Jeep, its a no-nonsense SUV. The wife and I find the seats realy comfy, and now we have cupholders and remote heated mirrors. Also like the factory tow package and 2" receiver. We use this Jeep in the snow, in the city, and in the desert and high-Sierras back- country

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  1997 - a Good Year - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By Susan - November 3 - 9:06 pm

  I bought my 1997 Jeep Cherokee new in 1997. It has a straight six engine, manual transmission - no frills. What a workhorse - It has well over 200,000 miles and all it has ever needed were oil changes, tires and windshield wipers. It doesnt get any better than this. When the engine goes I may get it rebuilt since the straight six is easy to rebuild.

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  Fun on the road - 1997 Jeep Cherokee
  By Greggg - September 29 - 10:00 am

  The Jeep Cherokee combines a very functional SUV with an attractive car. Its simple styling is timeless. Durability is outstanding with the truck suspension(not a fluff SUV wannabee). The ground clearance is great. So far, Ive had no problems with the Cherokee and use it for everyday driving and hauling an 18" pleasure boat.