1990 Jeep Cherokee Consumer Reviews

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Written by: knaggs on 10/20/2006

Vehicle

1990 Jeep Cherokee 4 Dr Laredo 4WD Wagon

Review

i bought my Jeep used and it overheated after three months. IT WAS NOT THE JEEP. it was negligence. I just got a new motor for it and the reliability before the new engine was unbelievable. at 138,000 miles it didn't miss nor did the tranny slip nor did it burn any other fluids other than gas. Plus for an SUV it got good mileage both for fun and work.

Favorite Features

My favorite feature is the upgradeability. You can do anything to a Jeep, cosmetic or performance, and it will always work.

Suggested Improvements

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the jeep review

Written by: moneybagT on 07/11/2006

Vehicle

1990 Jeep Cherokee 4 Dr Limited 4WD Wagon

Review

Well I love to ride in my Jeep. I have owned the Jeep for 8 years and I love it. It’s my baby! I have the 4 door limited and it’s in great condition with 223000 miles and a lot left to go. I've heard that these Jeeps can get 400,000 miles on them and I believe it. The most problems that I can recall from the 1990 Jeep Cherokee is that there is no radiator cap, you can only put radiator fluid from the reserve and sometimes these things like to run hot but if you keep a good thermostat in it and a good reserve cap on the reserve it will be able to have the pressure that it needs to let the water flow. This is the only major thing that I can see that is really wrong with the Jeeps - I do recommend them.

Favorite Features

My favorite features of these Limited Jeeps is the gold trim package. The gold rims and the gold pin stripe go great together. Also the leather seats. They have a special seat that went into the Limiteds and they are really comfy. Also the 4 wheel drive is unbeatable. It offers unmatched offroad ability.

Suggested Improvements

The radiator should include a cap. Instead of putting fluid in the reserve there should be a cap because sometimes it can get pretty aggravating.

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Classic Jeep

Written by: TCarico on 10/29/2005

Vehicle

1990 Jeep Cherokee 4 Dr Pioneer 4WD Wagon

Review

Great car, great design, "it is what it is". I am the second owner. The car drives like a new ca. I had a 2004 Wrangler Unlimited and this car feels very similar in responsiveness and ride. I replaced the alternator ($140 installed) and put a new valve cover gasket on the car ($45 installed). These are well built vehicles that will run for over 200,000 miles if maintained.

Favorite Features

4.0L inline 6.

Suggested Improvements

Drivers seat.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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90' Jeep Cherokee

Written by: Jim Trop on 08/14/2004

Vehicle

1990 Jeep Cherokee 4 Dr Laredo Wagon

Review

This is a great truck. Lots of power, enough to do burnouts with the 5 speed manual (with the 4.0). It can get close to 25 mpg on the highway. It has 240,000 miles on it and has not had any unexpected repairs since i got it...the only major fix was the original clutch. I recently completed a 1000 mile round trip in it without problems. If you are looking for a comfortable, plush ride look elsewhere. It is still running very strong with 240,000 miles.

Favorite Features

Engine, Looks, Front Seats, Low weight+4.0 liter in-line six=lots and lots of go power.

Suggested Improvements

Kill the liberty and bring it back!! (with the 4.0L engine)

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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SOLID Jeep

Written by: PDubbs on 08/04/2004

Vehicle

1990 Jeep Cherokee 2 Dr Laredo 4WD Utility

Review

A solid performer - on and off road. I am the second owner (first owner was a relative) and there have never been any significant headaches. The only engine issue is the need to add a half qt of oil every 1-2k miles. This Jeep has seen lots of deep mud, snow and unimproved roads and I have only been stuck once - and that was my error. The body is in great shape. There are only a few spots of rust near the rear wheelwells and the hood and roof paint is really faded. With over 140,000 miles, I still drive it to work every day - with confidence in the engine.

Favorite Features

Engine: Seems as though, as long as the oil is checked and maintained regularly, it will run forever. 4WD: This system is solid and rarely falters (I have pulled 15-20 foot tree trunk sections uphill in 4LO).

Suggested Improvements

For a 1990 built in 1989, I have not a single complaint.

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27 mpg @ 168000 miles

Written by: ORUtoUFO on 07/12/2004

Vehicle

1990 Jeep Cherokee 4 Dr STD 4WD Wagon

Review

This is actually a 1987 AMC Jeep, but review selections don't go back that far. I have been looking at SUV reviews for my daughter and was shocked at the low milage ratings. I have always gotten between 23-26 MPG/HWY on this manual transmission 4 liter Cherokee. The past 6 months it has been 27 mpg, perhaps due to new oversize 235-75-R15 tires, even with 168000 miles on the engine. I remember when we ordered it new, the salesman seemed surprised at the non-standard rear end, with a comment of "Well, you should get good milage." Perhaps that is the cause of a sluggishness I noted from the beginning, like riding a bike uphill in hi-gear.

Favorite Features

Good milage/doesn't go out of style, until now, perhaps since I just read on this site that it has been replaced by the Liberty?

Suggested Improvements

If you have discontinued the basic good old Cherokee, bring it back, & put that non-standard rear end in to all basic models to improve gas milage, if that is indeed what made the difference in mine. Give the hotrodders an option for the "better performance" lower milage rearends.

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oh i wish

Written by: AlysonB on 06/12/2004

Vehicle

1990 Jeep Cherokee 4 Dr Laredo 4WD Wagon

Review

love love this car...even though i had to replace the entire cooling system,entire exhaust system and shocks...but i just recently found a severe oil leak and the frame is rusted out :( besides that it's great! who wants it??

Favorite Features

it's a jeep..need i say more

Suggested Improvements

cup holders!

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Not bad at all for 14 years old!!

Written by: Brian Dougherty on 02/24/2004

Vehicle

1990 Jeep Cherokee 2 Dr Laredo 4WD Utility

Review

I only had my Jeep for a little under 3 weeks. The amount of time I had it, was just wonderful. For a 4x4, inline- 6,the gas mileage wasn't too bad, could have been better. It had some pickup, and beat a honda prelude off the line and overall. The 4x4 was just awesome. I had some great times in the 3 weeks I had it. Never got stuck, and that was with radial tires. The ride was very comfortable. The only thing that I have noticed about this year and model of Jeeps, is the headliner doesn't do very well, and the paint starts to fade a bit. I had the rare 5-spd 2dr Laredo, but I loved it. If i could find another,

Favorite Features

4X4 was AWESOME!! Overhead console, folding back seat. Factory privacy glass was a wonder.

Suggested Improvements

The power window switches need to be longer lasting. There is not too much room for improvement from me. Great car, looking for another!

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JEEP

Written by: RUSSEL on 02/21/2004

Vehicle

1990 Jeep Cherokee 2 Dr Laredo 4WD Utility

Review

THE JEEP IS A SOLID AND RELIABLE MACHINE. WE WOULD RECOMMEND EVERYONE TO TRY IT.

Favorite Features

THE VECHICLE IS BUILT TO WITHSTAND HEAD- ON COLLISION, ALSO ACCERATES NICELY.

Suggested Improvements

THE ONLY DRAWBACK IS THE RIDE. THE VECHICLE SHOULD BE MORE COMFORTABLE WHEN RIDING

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Perfect Off-road Vehicle

Written by: jmorrow on 08/14/2003

Vehicle

1990 Jeep Cherokee 4 Dr Pioneer 4WD Wagon

Review

I've had my cherokee for 3 years now and I will be a loyal Jeep owner for the rest of my life. Before my Jeep, I owned a 1991 Chevy S10 Blazer, and it didn't even compare to my cherokee. I have 106k on it and the only things i've had to replace are starter, blower motor (my fault), and u-joint. If you want an all-purpose trail rig that can hold it's own in any potential situation, then look no further.

Favorite Features

4.0L engine runs forever, extremely off-road capable suspension design, very reliable, handles well on-road

Suggested Improvements

V8 option, more comfortable seats, 4- wheel disc brakes, Dana 44 axles front & rear

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