1996 Jeep Cherokee Sport review from North America
"The Cherokee embodies Jeep from bumper to bumper"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rattling catalytic converter - replaced under recall.
General comments?
You will not find a more capable, fun, and versatile vehicle.
I have driven my '96 2 dr. Sport from Virginia to Arizona, from northern Wisconsin to Florida and practically everywhere in between. I take care of it, and it takes care of me.
No letdowns! The 5 speed manual is great. There has never been an engine problem. It has aided a truck or two in times of need.
It is always impressing the passengers on its capability.
The Cherokees before the facelift in '97, in my opinion, were better built.
Its mileage is better than many SUVs out there today - 17/22 (my only hope is that Jeep will get with the times and start cranking out some really efficient models!)
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| Dependable, capable and rock-solid |
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| A great way to learn, have fun and look good |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.0 High Output Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 108000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 160000 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler LeBaron |
| Date of Entry | 3rd March, 2009 |