Overview & Reviews

A 5.9-liter V8 making 245 horsepower and 345 pound-feet torque powers the Grand Cherokee 5.9 Limited, making it the mightiest of all Jeeps. With the addition of the 5.9, the putrid Orvis model dies. Two new colors and "next-generation" airbags round out the changes.

• Lightweight unibody construction, excellent on and off-road manners, optional V-8, standard ABS, dual airbags, lots of standard equipment

• Spare tire hogs cargo area, engines hog gas, not as roomy inside as some competitors, price climbs rapidly as options are added

User Reviews:

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  this is a tough vehicle - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By mr mgoo - August 24 - 12:10 am

  Im the 2nd owner. Overall a good vehicle. The only major issue has been front and rear axle bearings; also ABS is touchy. The performance of the Jeep has more than made up for its mechanical shortcomings. This thing is a beast in the mud and snow. Ive taken it into some very sticky situations and it has never let me down. Also, it was rear-ended by a 2001 Jimmy. It came out with relatively minor damage, while the Jimmy was trashed. I would strongly recommend it to anyone looking for a vehicle that will stand up to its reputation: a bit quirky mechanically, but great off road.

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  Got What I Paid For - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By SCB - August 7 - 10:26 am

  Wanted a Jeep, got a Jeep. No major issues over the last 11 yrs and 125000 mi. Trying to make it last through all 3 kids and their early driving years - four yrs to go! Radio doesnt work well, tape deck(!) quit working, back lift gate is frozen in place (window works). Mechanically sound. No rust. Gave it tender loving care every 5,000 miles. Wish they hadnt discontinued the model...or the Cherokee Sport. Wish Id spent the extra $ and gotten 4WD.

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  Reliable once bugs are fixed - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By J - August 4 - 1:00 am

  Spent money on fixing brake system ($1000), cooling system ($500) and electric wiring system ($300) first 4 years, but it was due to poor maintenance. I have everything fixed and its been driving well.

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  Black Beauty - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Jon Boy - March 31 - 11:33 am

  The Jeep has been a wonderful all purpose vehicle. I have had no problems other than typical for an auto, regular maintenance. The interior layout is good, although the rear tire does take up some cargo space. The stereo is great although I have the infinity system upgrade. The GC rides and drives great, the 4x4 is flawless, i must admit it can be alittle thirsty at the pump and i have the 6 cylinder. I would recommend this to anyone looking for an all purpose suv.

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  I like Jeeps - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By laustin - March 22 - 5:46 am

  This is my 2nd jeep. I bought is used with 30k miles. I have had to replace the water pump, power steering pump, brakes, radiator. I love my car but the repairs bother me. I have 100,500K now and have to consider the next car I will buy. I feel very safe in this Jeep on the highway. I feel if I was hit I would stand a chance of living and this is what separates the Jeep from the Jeep wannabes.

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  Jeepn - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Kenneth L. Woodard - February 24 - 4:26 am

  My Jeep has been with this family for nearly 8 years. It is a good ride and has given us a good ride for the bucks. It was bought as a vehicle for our daughter to drive at KU! Now it is a vehicle for our son who is also at KU! It has good gas mileage and has give us decent repair bills. Mainly, spark plugs and tires. It will make someone a good third or fourth car.

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  98 jeep - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By derekw - February 13 - 10:00 am

  very strong vechicle can take whatever i can dish out

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  Great SUV - (In its time) - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By Kirk - December 1 - 5:20 pm

  Overall, I have to admit I love this truck. Its very, very quick (especially with a few cheap bolt-ons), rides decent, and has more off-road ability than 99% of the drivers would ever need. My main complaint: build quality and reliability. My poor Jeep has spent more time in the shop than I care to add up. I would have gladly paid a couple more thousand for it if Jeep had put a little more effort into quality control.

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  Laredo-My Reliable Friend - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By VJohns - October 9 - 5:03 am

  I was told that the first year of owning a Jeep can be a real pain in the "you know what," and I believe it! Brakes, alignment, a new computer and an annoying noise associate with the pinion angle when traveling at 60mph all plagued the vehicle (and me) during the first year. After that, basic maintenance and that is all. A new battery was needed at year 6; in the last year the power door locks have given up working and the transmission is beginning to slip. I think it was developing the transmission problem years ago, but while under warranty I was told that it was "normal play" - even though it made a wonderful "kerchunk" sound when put in reverse :^> Headlights getting "milky"/dim.

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  My Jeep - 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  By slhbanks - July 2 - 11:40 am

  I recently bought my Jeep at the beginning of 2006 and what can I say about it besides it is unstoppable! Theres nothing this Jeep hasnt seen and been through that Im sure that other SUVs couldnt have gone through. This is the best vehicle I have ever owned and I would buy another if I see another in the near future that I want.