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1997 Jeep Cherokee

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Jeep
Model
Cherokee
Year
1997
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1997 SE 2dr 4x2
most popular
Price:   -  From $15,300
1997 SE 4dr 4x2 Price:   -  From $16,340
1997 SE 2dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $16,815
1997 SE 4dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $17,850
1997 Sport 2dr 4x2 Price:   -  From $17,915
1997 Sport 4dr 4x2 Price:   -  From $18,950
1997 Sport 2dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $19,425
1997 SE Rural Letter Carrier 4dr 4x2 Price:   -  From $20,360
1997 Sport 4dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $20,460
1997 SE Rural Letter Carrier 4dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $21,870
1997 Country 4dr 4x2 Price:   -  From $21,905
1997 Country 4dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $23,420

Overview

The Jeep Cherokee is a case study in how long a solid design can remain viable, even when some of its elements have become dated. When it was introduced back in 1984, the four-door Cherokee was tres chic, scooping up all kinds of "of-the-year" awards and helping to launch America on its amazing romance with sport-utility vehicles. Cherokees began sprouting in suburban driveways like mushrooms, and for awhile the Cherokee Limited--black with gold pin-striping--was the height of automotive fashion. But today the Cherokee seems a little old and blocky, an impression that's mitigated by a modest interior update for 1997. For all that, we're still inclined to think of the Cherokee as one of the better SUV buys going, particularly with the 190-horsepower six-cylinder engine. It's brisk on the street--with a five-speed manual transmission, it's one of the very few sport-utilities capable of reaching 60 mph in less than eight seconds--and it's thoroughly capable when the pavement ends. No surprise there. It is, after all, a Jeep. However, a look at the window sticker for our tester, a '97 Cherokee Sport four-door, made us realize that the value factor erodes quickly if you're not cautious when you start checking the option boxes. Our Cherokee Sport tester weighed in at $27,000-plus, which is a little more than we had in mind.

Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
Standard: 2.5L I-4 / 130 HP / 149 ft.lbs.
Available: 4.0L I-6 / 190 HP / 225 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard: 5-spd man w/OD
Available: 4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
18 / 23 / 20 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
Standard: 2.5L I-4 / 130 HP / 149 ft.lbs.
Available: 4.0L I-6 / 190 HP / 225 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
18 / 23 / 20 Mpg
Brakes
Front Disc/rear Drum
Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Spare Tire And Wheel
Compact Steel / Aluminum / Full-size
Fuel Tank
20.1 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$77
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
71.7 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
95 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
165.4 "
Exterior Width
70.5 "
Exterior Height
63.9 "
Front Headroom
38.3 "
Rear Headroom
38.0 "
Front Legroom
41.0 "
Rear Legroom
35.3 "
Front Shoulder Room
55.3 "
Rear Shoulder Room
55.8 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
2,877 Lbs.
Wheel Base
101 "
Turning Radius
17.9 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
2 Doors
Wheels
15.0 " Silver Styled Steel
Paint
Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Manual / Dual Power Remote / Dual Power Remote Heated
Bumpers
Black
Grille Moldings
Black
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust
Stainless Steel
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Vinyl / Cloth
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Armrests
4-way
Rear Armrests
Rear Seats
Removable Full Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Am/fm Stereo, Clock, Seek-scan / Am/fm Stereo, Seek-scan / Premium Am/fm Stereo, Seek-scan
Speakers
2 / 4 / 6 Performance
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Tilt
Climate Control
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Tinted Windows
Light / Deep
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
1
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
60 Months / 100,000 Miles
Accessories Months

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