1998 Jeep Cherokee review from North America
"Cheap to own, aside from gas"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The axle shaft U-joint went bad and was making a terrible clicking for months before I tried to fix it on my own. The dealership wanted 400, the backyard garage wanted 300 and I did the job myself for 25.00 after the cost of renting the huge socket. I'm no mechanic, in fact I'm a nerd programmer by day. Other than that, its been awesome!
General comments?
This jeep is a bit of a gas hog. I drive reasonable on the highway and I'm lucky to get 20-25 miles to the gallon. If you're looking for something that's easy on gas, this isn't it. But, for the cost of low repairs, the fact that it always starts in sub zero temps and plus 100 temps, the fact that its unstopable in the snow are all factors to consider. I wouldn't think twice (providing I could afford the gas) on driving this thing anywhere in the nation.
The interior isn't really luxurious... well, not at all really. But, its practical. I don't have a lot of gadgets to break on me, nor are the parts really expensive if they do break.
I've had it three years and had very little troubles with it. Aside from routine nonsense like oil and tires its cost me 25.00 in repairs total.
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| Part of the family |
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| Not a bad jeep |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 I6 Don't Know |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 85000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 135000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Ranger |
| Date of Entry | 27th January, 2008 |