Overview & Reviews

Cherokee rolls into 1996 with improved engines, new colors, upgraded Selec-Trac four-wheel-drive system, more standard equipment and the same sheet metal that it wore on introduction day in 1983.

User Reviews:

Showing 41 through 50 of 68.00

• 

  would buy it again - 1996 Jeep Cherokee
  By RIjeep - January 2 - 10:00 am

  I purchased this jeep at its 7 month B-day, from a family friend, and have loved it ever since. It now has 88,000 miles and looked georgeous until my daughter has an accident. The repairs exceed the value but I am probably going to fix it because you cant beat the inline 6 engine.

• 

  its a jeep thing... - 1996 Jeep Cherokee
  By robbo - December 30 - 2:00 am

  Overall, a great "little mule". Several little things (i.e. rattles in the door, dome light quit working, rear window washer broke, worthless cup holders, loose exhaust pipe) are making me not appreciate it as much as I could. The engine and transmission are trouble free at 91K miles. Off-road capability is unbeaten.

• 

  Still Kickin - 1996 Jeep Cherokee
  By josephmartins - August 28 - 11:06 am

  Bought it with 154k miles on the odometer. Fifth Jeep I have owned (incl a 90 and 2001 Cherokee, and a 97 and 98 Grand Cherokee). I never hesitate to buy a high mileage Jeep if it has been cared for by the previous owners. Immediately switched it to synthetic fluids/lubes for everything but the transmission. Just passed 232k miles and still going strong. Needed to replace the radiator at about 190k miles. While I had things apart I also replaced the coolant hoses, heater hoses, trans and power steering lines just to be safe. The last thing you want to do is tear it all apart again in 30k miles. Lazily neglected to replace the water pump. That came back to bite me about 20k miles later.

• 

  All around great vechicle - 1996 Jeep Cherokee
  By Jeeper4life - August 23 - 2:00 am

  fun to drive very reliable no serious mechanical problems i have over 65000 mile on it and it still runs as good as the day i bought it. I have no regerts lots of power w/I six cyl 4.0 liter engine fuel could be better but cant complain overall a well built vechicle

• 

  Too bad its extinct! - 1996 Jeep Cherokee
  By Maddog - July 30 - 10:00 am

  I dont understand the decision to put this vehicle out to pasture. For the price and versatility, this has, by far, been the best vehicle Ive owned. At 6 1/2 years old with 102,000 miles, mine is still going strong. All Ive had to do is keep up with the basic maintenance. The worst mechanical problem Ive had is the water pump went bad at around 100,000 miles. The model that took its place will never match up to this awesome vehicle. Ill drive this til the wheels and engine fall off and then Ill replace them and keep on going. This will probably end up being the vehicle my kids inherit when they get their drivers licenses. I agree with the other review - BRING IT BACK!

• 

  1996 lifted cherokee country 4wd - 1996 Jeep Cherokee
  By kraig - June 16 - 2:00 am

  i have owned my jeep for elven years and it has been lifted for about 7 years, and have over 300,000 miles and running strong. the 4wd drive system is indestructible, as well as the 4.0 straight six, it wont ever give out and has never left me stranded other then a dead battery in minus 20 degree weather.

• 

  Classic - 1996 Jeep Cherokee
  By Martino - May 7 - 2:00 am

  The is the second cherokee Ive owned and enjoy the 4wd in the snow and off road conditions. With the right tires you realy dont need to do much regarding a true off road vehicle. But after market options are bountiful.

• 

  Work and Fun Mobile - 1996 Jeep Cherokee
  By dazimae - April 20 - 10:00 am

  Bought the Jeep in 96. Have had very little problems with it other than the standard battery etc. Would recommend this vehicle for anyone with a family or pets. Great for moving furniture and household items, transporting passengers. I have kept it for 8 years because of the low maintenance, and the many possibilies of its usuage. Have gone one vacation with it and have more than ample room to stretch out and keep the luggage in the back. It rides smooth. I would definately think positive about trading it in, in a few more years and buying a new one.

• 

  Good Reliable All-Purpose vehicle - 1996 Jeep Cherokee
  By Arthur D - March 11 - 10:46 am

  Had vehicle over 7 years. Hauls everything from hay to infants. Have driven through swamps, & snow covered roads other vehicles couldnt. Plenty of room to haul tools, supplies, and kids gear. Rear seat does not have a lot of legroom for adults so not recommended for long trips with 4 adults, but fine with kids. Get 20 MPG. Low maintenance bills. No major problems. A little noisy/bumpy on the highway compared to new vehicles, but it really drives well in the bad weather. This Jeep has driven: dates in college, buddies, friends going fishing, dogs, tools, clients, building materials, canoes, the bride and groom, babies, toddlers, and gear in all types of weather. A good all-purpose vehicle.

• 

  great vehicle - 1996 Jeep Cherokee
  By apartin - February 28 - 2:00 am

  My Jeep is a 96 Cherokee Country. I bought it in 97 when it had only 8,000 miles on it. Basically, Ive driven the heck out of it. Its got over 112,000 miles on it now, but is still going strong! No major mechanical repairs. It has been a very dependable vehicle.