1996 Jeep Cherokee SE review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing so far, just minor squeaks and rattles.
General comments?
I searched high and low to get exactly what I wanted - 2 doors and 4.0 with a 5 speed, and I wasn't disappointed.
I drove it 75+ MPH on my first trip for about 400 miles, absolutely no problems, except no cruise.
The seats are really uncomfortable for me, I'm short, and have to pull the seat way up, so I can shift gears.
It could be just a little quicker. It has plenty of bottom end torque, though. The previous owner towed something with it, and that might have messed it up a little.
The 4WD works great!
The only thing that I don't care for about Jeep's are the rigorous maintenance costs, you have to do it to keep 'em running at tip top shape.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 58036 miles |
| Most recent distance | 61358 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep Comanche |
| Date of Entry | 7th May, 2001 |