Poorly made, but very reliable
Had to change the brakes at 95K miles.
You have to turn up the radio really loud to actually hear anything.
The passenger window won't work at random times.
The driver window makes this noise when rolled up.
This car is pretty reliable, and it's a good first car for a teenager.
However It drives very rough, and is really bouncy.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 30th April, 2005
I love my Cherokee
Motor in passenger side window failed causing the window to fall into the door and not come back up. Covered under extended warranty.
Molding on sides keeps coming off. Taken it back several times, keeps coming off.
Did first tune up at 99k-spark plugs worn down to nubs--still ran like the day I bought it. Tires at 95k.
The Cherokee can make turns on a dime.
I only wish they made the rear seat split so I can haul stuff a little easier.
I will buy another Jeep if Jeep brings back the Cherokee style.
I plan to run this Jeep for at least another 100k miles. It runs great!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 13th April, 2005
The Jeep Cherokee is the Best Value for your money
At 50K the computer did not reset or adjust when upgrades were established. It happened just before a 100K and this time the mechanic could not 'reboot' but needed to replace the board that controlled the starter and several other major components. $950.
Replaced both front wheel bearing assemblies at approximately 50K $900.
Motors in both front windows failed at about 80K.
The brakes are major headaches still today. I have tried every kind, make and model. The last pair have lasted just over a year without warping or squeaking.
Average on the gas for an SUV.
The SUV is the best value for your money despite the brake problems.
It turns easily and handles quickly. The only vehicle I know that can make a very tight U-turn for it's size.
Great cargo space!
Fairly comfortable and easy to handle.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 3rd March, 2005
Overall an excellent vehicle
Only replaced the Serpentine Belt and oil changes.
Great looks vehicle for reliabity and looks. Stiff ride, but that is expected with uni-body frame.
My only complaint would be that Jeep should have made rear seat split. Its not easy to put up and down when moving things.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 8th January, 2005
My wife and I have owned our Jeep now for 3 years now. And I don't want to give it up. I like how it feels sturdy and not plastic. It is a quick and easy drive. I have had no problems with it at all. The sad thing is we are going to need a bigger SUV when we have our third child. But I am still keeping the Jeep.
A great SUV for a low price
I've had my Jeep for only a year and it hasn't had many problems with it.
The serpentine belt was replaced at about 77,000 miles and it sometimes makes a loud screeching sound when the air conditioner is on, mainly when it has rained or sometimes when its extremely hot out.
Replaced the battery less than 100 miles after that.
The driver side speaker stopped working soon after, but it was fixed by taking the panel off the door and connecting some wires.
At about 88,000 I changed the tires, got new brake pads in the rear, and a realignment.
I think this car is a great first car. I really haven't had any serious problems with it so far.
It is a really reliable car.
It handles really well and has great acceleration for an SUV.
The seats seem to be really comfortable.
It has ample cargo space, even when the back seats are up.
The only concern I see is that it may not be as comfortable for someone that is really tall, it doesn't seem to have much leg room for anyone over 6 foot.
It does seem to eat a lot of gas up, but I'm pretty sure that all sport utilities do.
Overall this is a great car and I think it will be driven until is has well over 100,000 miles on it.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 29th July, 2004
2nd May 2005, 07:47
Are you complaining that you had to replace the brakes at 95,000 miles?
That's probably at least double the miles that you should have gotten out of your brakes.
As far as the "bouncy" ride, the Jeep is an SUV. If you want a smooth ride, get a big Caddy or a Town Car.