1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review
Fuel Economy
14 - 16 mpg
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
220,000 miles and still going !!!!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Laredo Wagon
Review
I have had my jeep over 10 years no major problems...just minor things...very comfortable...I have 220,000 miles and still going...I want a newer one but I just want to see how long this one will last...highly recommend one...
Favorite Features
very dependable...very soft seats...body has held up very well...paint also..
Suggested Improvements
gas mileage not so good...headliner falls down...
Great 4 the $$$
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Laredo 4WD Wagon
Review
I bought my Jeep around Christmas 07 and its been a daily driver since. 255k when I bought it, now has 298k &still runs like hell. The 4.0 is bullet proof and so is the rest of the machine. I frequent the local mudhole/trails and drive this Jeep. It gives me no problems and will not get stuck. I also have a 96 limited Jeep w/ a 5.2 & all pwr that gives me constant problems, so stick with the simple model. Remember to change the fluids!
Favorite Features
the durability...
Suggested Improvements
the shocks on the rear gate are bad. this is a common problem w both of my jeeps and many friends jeeps that i know of..
Nice
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Limited 4WD Wagon
Review
I got mine in 99 with about 60k on it. Mine is equipped with the 5.9 and the quadradrive, full time 4 wheel drive. this thing is your foul weather friend and nearly unstoppable. It just rolled 290,000 last weekend and with regular maintenance there is another 200k left in it. I still have the factory water pump factory fuel pump and original transfer case. Change your fluids my friends. It has never let me down and really never broke except for the A/C in 04 but who cares. I go off road and play in the mud so I beat this old thing. I tow with it including one 250 mile trip with a 8000 pound trailer way way over the weight limit and aside from poor breaking no heat issues. well worth it.
Favorite Features
Old iron V8. well thought out design. Solid axle in front. CV boots in nuckles, low maint.
Suggested Improvements
Bigger brakes. Much bigger brakes. Aftermarket aluminum radiator. Synthetic fluids. Change that transfer case once a year.
reliable
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 2 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Limited Wagon
Review
I bought it from a private owner. It has approximately 130,000 miles. Drives well. It does not have very good mpg. As it is a v8. I have put brakes on it and new a. C. I feel it is a reliable vehicle, but with the unsure gas prices, it is scary.
Favorite Features
The sound system is excellant. the wheels are top-notch. also has a sunroof. lots of power. plus, power everything.
Suggested Improvements
Do have or have had problems with the computer system. It tells you something is wrong and it isn't.
AMERICAN MADE JUNK
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 3 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 Dr Limited 4WD Wagon
Review
Bought this after my '98 Camry got totaled in an ice storm. Thought I was upgrading...boy, was I wrong. Shame on me for not reading the reviews before purchasing; shame on Daimler Chrysler for poor build quality and shoddy reliability. Only owned for 6 months because repair bills kept piling up. Went to four different garages; none could figure out why the vehicle kept stalling. Replaced computer, coil pack, went through three fuel pumps...nothing solved my problem.
Favorite Features
exterior styling.
Suggested Improvements
Reliability.
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