1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited review from North America
"Fun, powerful and hard on fuel"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front CV joints at 188000kms.
Ball joints at 188000kms.
Brakes disc/rotors at 165000kms.
Headlight module at 190000kms.
Throttle position sensor at 195000kms.
Catalytic converter at 200000kms.
Front seat motor (mechanical) at 190000kms.
General comments?
This thing puts a smile on my face every time I drive it. It has amazing pickup for age and mileage.
It has factory stainless exhaust that I upgraded to high-flow catalytic, amazing sound.
It can haul a boat/trailer/car whatever.
Amazing in the snow (all wheel drive).
Leather interior and Infinity sound make it easy to be in for long periods of time.
Quiet ride, even after 10 years.
If you have one long enough, expect to replace stuff.
It is a safe vehicle. I hit a large bear with it, and my wife T-boned a car with it. Our family came away every time without injury.
Hard on fuel, but other things make up for it.
If it has been maintained correctly, the 5.9L motor is good for over 400,000 kilometers.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.9L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 127000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 210000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mazda Protege |
| Date of Entry | 8th October, 2008 |