Is the 1999 Jeep Cherokee a good car?
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How do people like the 1999 Jeep Cherokee?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 1999 Jeep Cherokee and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 1999 Cherokee 4.1 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 1999 Cherokee.
Review
We bought this 99 cherokee inline 6 back in 2004 with 70,000 miles. Over the years the biggest repair that was needed was the rear main seal replacement at 280,000 miles. Other than that it has been the usual replacement of parts that will eventually wear out with time. The engine has never been stripped down to do an overhaul or replace anything, besides spark plugs and the like. Now at 305,000 miles the engine still sounds the same from when we bought it. The mpg reads 15 but i tested this and found that it is getting 21 in the city. Awesome. Oil change every 3000 miles and other regular maintenance and I believe this engine will go to 400,000 without an overhaul. People complain about the ride being crappy which is correct, but then you don't buy a jeep for comfort. This vehicle is a true utility truck. And it actually handles quite well in the city. Jeep designed a great truck with the cherokee and plan on keeping this going for as long as I can. Eventually will restore this back to factory look and feel.
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What options are available on the 1999 Jeep Cherokee?
Available Jeep Cherokee 1999 Submodel Types: SUV
Available Trims: Latitude, Limited, Latitude Plus, Trailhawk, Sport, Overland, Classic, Altitude, 75th Anniversary, SE, High Altitude, L Plus, Country, Laredo
Exterior Colors: Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat, Bright White Clear Coat, Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat, Diamond Black Crystal Pearl Coat, Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat, Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat, True Blue Pearl Coat, Patriot Blue Pearl Coat, Hydro Blue Pearl Coat, Cashmere Pearl Coat, Anvil Clear Coat, Light Brownstone Pearl Coat, Eco Green Pearl Coat, Mango Tango Pearl Coat, Forest Green Pearlcoat, Patriot Blue Pearlcoat, Stone White Clearcoat, Black Clearcoat, Flame Red Clearcoat, Rhino Clear Coat, Firecracker Red Clear Coat, Lapis Blue, Black, Flame Red, Forest Green PC, Moss Green Pearlcoat, Silverstone Metallic Clearcoat, Stone White, Bright Jade Satin Glow, Bright White, Emerald Green Pearl Metallic, Midnight Blue Metallic, Moss Green Pearl Metallic, Pearl White Pearl Coat, Poppy Red, Recon Green Clear Coat
Interior Colors: Black cloth, Black leather/cloth, Black premium leather, Black premium cloth, Black leather, Black/Iceland Gray cloth, Black/Light Frost Beige leather, Black/Iceland Gray leather, Black/Light Frost Beige premium cloth, Agate, Black/Light Frost Beige cloth, Indigo Blue/Brown premium leather, Brown cloth, Black/Light Frost Beige premium leather, Brown leather, Brown premium leather, Indigo Blue/Brown leather, Camel
Popular Features: Fold Flat Rear Seats, Rear Bench Seats, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Bluetooth, Post-collision safety system, Stability Control, Tire Pressure Warning, Trip Computer, Back-up camera, AWD/4WD, Aux Audio Inputs, USB Inputs, Remote Start, Alarm, Heated seats, Power Driver Seat, Upgraded Headlights, Upgraded Engine, Mobile Internet, Auto Climate Control, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Keyless Entry/Start, Power Liftgate/Trunk, Electronic Folding Mirrors, Leather Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Navigation, Parking sensors, Blind Spot Monitoring, Towing Hitch, Cooled Seats, Lane Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control, Pre-collision safety system, 5000lb Towing Capacity, Upgraded Stereo
Engine/Mechanics: 6, 4 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC, MANUAL
Fuel Types: regular unleaded, flex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Drivetrains: four wheel drive, front wheel drive, rear wheel drive
