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2000 Jeep Cherokee Review

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  • New, more powerful engine, affordable, off-road prowess.
  • Same boxy style, small rear seat, difficult entry/exit.
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Edmunds' Expert Review

There are two ways of looking at the Jeep Cherokee: a classic with a loyal following or an aged warhorse that's past its prime. We'll let you decide.

Vehicle overview

Some things never change and the Jeep Cherokee is one of those mainstays. Unlike its posh and bigger Grand Cherokee sibling, which keeps adding comforts and graceful touches, the ever-practical Cherokee simply keeps on rolling, looking little different now from when it was first introduced in 1984. But that's all going to change with the 2002 model, when it gets its first serious redesign, lifting some styling cues from the Jeep Dakar concept, which sort of looks like a squashed Jeep Wrangler. Not that we fear change--we fear aerodynamic-based change. Watch for the hip-to-be-square Cherokee to go rounded, seriously rounded, soon.

However, this year, the Cherokee nabs the redesigned 4.0-liter PowerTech inline six-cylinder, which is said to be quieter, cleaner, and more refined than the previous version it has had since 1987. The optional powerplant makes 190 horsepower at 4,600 rpm and 225 foot-pounds of torque at 3,000 rpm. It also complies with the U.S. low-emission vehicle (LEV) requirements. The standard engine is the wimpier 2.5-liter PowerTech inline four-cylinder, and either engine can be mated to the five-speed manual or the optional three-speed automatic transmission.

The Cherokee is one of the few SUVs that can actually balance on- and off-road duties. The coil-front/rear-leaf suspension continues to provide a smooth ride, while the Command-Trac (part-time) and Select-Trac (full-time) transfer cases are still around to help buyers escape far beyond where some of the more luxurious SUVs wimp out. Although if you tend to be city folk, two-wheel drive is still available for 2000.

Two- and four-door configurations remain, and four trim levels are at your disposal--Limited, Sport, Classic, and SE. New exterior colors are Patriot Blue, Sienna, Silverstone, and Medium Fern Green. A radio/cassette combo is standard, and both the Classic and Limited versions have cast aluminum wheels.

If you're a fan of this body style, you might want to scoop up this collector's item while you can. After all, you can't go wrong with an SUV that in 16 years hasn't needed to out-trick itself to become more competitive.

2000 Highlights

The 2000 Cherokee scores the '99 Grand Cherokee's redesigned 4.0-liter PowerTech inline six in addition to a new five-speed manual transmission. The Limited model sports bright chrome accents, including the front grille, the headlamp surrounds, the side graphics, the rear license-plate brow and the 16-inch wheels.

Consumer reviews

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MY RED BABY!
jeepdate,02/01/2005
I love this JEEP. Have owned it for going on 5 years now. Bought it with 27k miles on it, and have never ONCE not ONCE had it in the shop. It is built to drive. It is built for hauling (hauled my bass boat with it), and it is built to last. We have to sell it soon to accommodate our growing family, and I am just bummed that Jeep has decided not to make the Cherokee Classic style anymore. If you get a chance to buy one - DO IT!
Real Review of a 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport
Northern Michigan,11/16/2017
Sport 4dr SUV 4WD
It's a love/hate relationship. Granted, I bought it with 134K. I've put 51K on it(185K). The vehicle was trailed behind a RV every winter to FL. Looks great. I've owned it 5 years and it's a been a comical piece of garbage. New head(of course for 00'), alternator, water pump, AC compressor, thermostat, radiator, cat. conv./O2 sensors, CV joints twice, sensors, electrical problems... it just goes on. I'm not including wear items. Never once taken off road. I get that an old vehicle has problems. I'm just mad at myself because a friend bought an out West Toyota 4Runner at the same time and it's light years ahead of Chrysler engineering. I love it because I've done all the repairs myself. I hate it because I can't trust it more than 100 miles from my house. I have a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited and it has has so many problems in 17K miles I can't believe it. I'll buy a Toyota next. Maybe someone has a good story. I'm just tired of reading the same ones that tricked me into buying it. Truth be told, I still own the YJ and will ruthlessly wheel the heck out of it until it dies...
Best Vehicle EVER!!!
avhowe,10/12/2011
I bought my 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport 7 years ago and loved it! It took me everywhere and could do about anything. Ride was a bit rough, but that's a Jeep. Last month I was hit in the rear by an Expedition doing 60 mph. I made it through the accident with only a mild concussion, unfortunately, my Jeep did not make it. It was still going strong with 161,000 miles on it. I miss driving it everyday. I am now out looking for a new Jeep, but only go with used because I want the 4.0L I6 motor!!
Love this thing
Michael Maddix,05/16/2016
Sport 4dr SUV 4WD
I love my jeep. It was the first vehicle I bought from a dealership. It had 90,000 on the clock now it's at near 200,000 I've been everywhere in it. Down in Kentucky all the way to California no issues. Parts are cheap and maintenance is easy. If you have a chance to get one that is really clean, get it.
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Features & Specs

Sport 2dr SUV 4WD
MPG
15 city / 20 hwy
Seats 0
5-speed manual
Gas
190 hp @ 4600 rpm
Sport 2dr SUV
MPG
16 city / 22 hwy
Seats 0
5-speed manual
Gas
190 hp @ 4600 rpm
Limited 4dr SUV 4WD
MPG
14 city / 19 hwy
Seats 0
4-speed automatic
Gas
190 hp @ 4600 rpm
Sport 4dr SUV
MPG
16 city / 22 hwy
Seats 0
5-speed manual
Gas
190 hp @ 4600 rpm
SE 2dr SUV
MPG
18 city / 23 hwy
Seats 0
5-speed manual
Gas
125 hp @ 5400 rpm
SE 4dr SUV
MPG
18 city / 23 hwy
Seats 0
5-speed manual
Gas
125 hp @ 5400 rpm
SE 4dr SUV 4WD
MPG
16 city / 19 hwy
Seats 0
5-speed manual
Gas
125 hp @ 5400 rpm
Classic 4dr SUV
MPG
14 city / 20 hwy
Seats 0
4-speed automatic
Gas
190 hp @ 4600 rpm
Limited 4dr SUV
MPG
14 city / 20 hwy
Seats 0
4-speed automatic
Gas
190 hp @ 4600 rpm
SE 2dr SUV 4WD
MPG
16 city / 19 hwy
Seats 0
5-speed manual
Gas
125 hp @ 5400 rpm
Sport 4dr SUV 4WD
MPG
15 city / 20 hwy
Seats 0
5-speed manual
Gas
190 hp @ 4600 rpm
Classic 4dr SUV 4WD
MPG
14 city / 19 hwy
Seats 0
4-speed automatic
Gas
190 hp @ 4600 rpm
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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
    OverallNot Rated
    DriverNot Rated
    PassengerNot Rated
  • Side Crash Rating
    OverallNot Rated
  • Side Barrier Rating
    OverallNot Rated
    DriverNot Rated
    Passenger5 / 5
  • Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
    Front SeatNot Rated
    Back SeatNot Rated
  • Rollover
    RolloverNot Rated
    Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
    Risk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
  • Side Impact Test
    Not Tested
  • Roof Strength Test
    Not Tested
  • Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
    Not Tested
  • IIHS Small Overlap Front Test
    Not Tested
  • Moderate Overlap Front Test
    Marginal
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Used 2000 Jeep Cherokee Overview

The Used 2000 Jeep Cherokee is offered in the following submodels: Cherokee SUV. Available styles include Sport 2dr SUV 4WD, Sport 2dr SUV, Limited 4dr SUV 4WD, Sport 4dr SUV, SE 2dr SUV, SE 4dr SUV, SE 4dr SUV 4WD, Classic 4dr SUV, Limited 4dr SUV, SE 2dr SUV 4WD, Sport 4dr SUV 4WD, and Classic 4dr SUV 4WD.

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Should I lease or buy a 2000 Jeep Cherokee?

Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so.

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