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Perfect on all counts!
phiner913, 08/29/2012
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 2dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
38 of 38 people found this review helpful
When I ran into this car on a lot with 140k on the counter, I had no hesitation. I know several people sitting at well over 300k still driving them daily, and they are not the most maintenance minded people in the world. I bought my jeep as a car to park at the airport every week when I travel for work, but have quickly found myself driving it more than my brand new silverado or my wife's Lexus. With the farmer's almanac predictions for this winter on the east coast I absolutely can't wait to take this billy goat out playing in the snow on the way to go snowboarding. If you find one regardless of the miles buy it fast, it will last forever and is easy to fix on the rare chance it breaks.
The engine may outlast me!
oldg5, 04/24/2012
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
55 of 56 people found this review helpful
This is the second Cherokee I've owned. The first was an '87 that lasted 250k and would've gone longer had I not gotten water in the engine. For this reason, I decided to get a new one in 2000 (2001 model) and have not regretted it. The inline, cast iron, 6 cylinder engine will last a lifetime! Things to look for; The rear main oil seal will leak at some point (both of mine happened around 100k miles), it's a gas guzzler, the valve cover will leak at some point (easy/cheap DIY), though my 2001 has yet to do this (140k), and the front rotors warp easily. I replaced my rotors with cross-drilled rotors that last longer, stop faster and cost less than OEM. very reliable vehicle!
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Will be buried in it....
g2001xj, 08/16/2011
2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
21 of 21 people found this review helpful
At 45 I feel very COOL driving it. Was lucky to pick one up in 2009 with only 29K miles on it. It still looks and drives like new at 50K now. In bad weather I volunteer to run to the store as an excuse to drive it. I would really love to buy another one someday but as we know that's not going to happen.
Reliable
kozmikgene, 11/08/2011
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
I just turned over 200,000 miles and I have only changed the oil about 15 times. My Cherokee Sport still runs strong and if I had been a bit better with maintenance I believe it would easily turn 300k. If you find one of these gems don't be afraid of it if it has some miles on it you will easily see 200k. My mechanic says these engines are bullet proof, and the only reason he has seen it is for the 3 radiators it has gone through. We have recently endured a terrible snow storm that downed many trees, my Jeep got me home safe with some of the nastiest four wheel off roading it has been through!
Best choice for a second vehicle or fun toy.
stimp, 07/22/2012
2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
28 of 29 people found this review helpful
I have had company vehicles for a long time and in 2011 lost my job and wheels due to this recession. I needed to buy a vehicle. I needed the price low enough i could pay cash. it needed to be reliable and not prone to engine or trans work. I have been a jeep fan for a while. owned two grand cherokee with no major problems. Anyway so I decided on the old school cherokee because I love its looks. its known for rock solid inline 6 cylinder 4.0L and solid transmission. any smaller problems i will fix myself with the help of the many cherokee fan forums. trust me these guys know everything and are very willing to lend a hand. this is the best bargain out there.
22 years and 354,000 miles
T. Scott, 01/02/2017
updated 06/26/2023
2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
Purchased in 2001, this is the 3rd Jeep Cherokee owned and the best, as by 2001 the Cherokee had enjoyed purposeful improvements and technical upgrades. Still on the original inline six engine and 4A transmission. The 4.0 seems to tend to leak and this one started dripping oil (never measurable) at 170K, but initially a valve cover gasket solved the first occurrence. Oil changes every 3k-5k miles. The typical O2 and cam position sensors in first few years of service, but not since repaired. A computer at 318K, and normal wear items as expected, including the AC compressor at 170K, radiator at 200K, heater core at 250K. Brake rotor warping solved by mechanic's choice of replacements by 2003. Lots of torque and smooth run at highway speeds. Nimble in town. Excellent stock solid axle 4WD capability. Have driven through many on/off road conditions that stopped other vehicles. Have been up to the axles in mud, up icy hills on the road when others stopped making headway, waded through flooded streets (safely) in bumper-deep water when others became stranded and pulled a make-shift plow to break up beaver dams in a creek. Served as neighborhood taxi in snow/ice covered roads with steep hills - no problem with good street/trail tires. Shifts in/out of 4WD easily. It's not trouble-free but its performance and on/off road capability, great stock ground clearance, weight and overall reliability and ruggedness of the drive train always outweigh any issues. Keep up with the maintenance, make repairs when needed and it should provide reliable, highly capable stock 4WD on/off road performance with reasonable operating expense. Purchasing this year/model/configuration with well over 200K miles that has been maintained properly should not be a concern. Parts are readily available and generally not too costly. Abundant aftermarket parts/accessories. Still on original paint/clear coat, carpet and upholstery, all of which are in remarkably good condition. Still 17-19 mpg city, 20-25 mpg highway. Other than driver's door speaker, all other electrical items still function as when new. 2020 update: new AC compressor, ECU, and one injector in 2019. Still driven daily and running great. 2021 update: The Jeep is now a second/spare vehicle, but maintained as usual and still reliable, driven less than 100 miles per month. Update Dec 2022: Still going, still a spare, and still less than 100 miles per month. Update June 2023: Still going, still a spare, and still less than 100 miles per month average. Other than a recent battery replacement (a 3-yr battery that was over 4 years old) there have been no repairs since 2020 update.
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This Jeep is a Champ
Littlewing, 12/26/2008
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
Chrysler totally blew it when they discontinued this model in a pathetic attempt to court the soccer mom set. They have yet to produce anything even close and now they are looking for a government hand out? That 4.0, 6 cylinder is rock solid and has plenty of power. The is a simple vehicle that any mechanic and most back yard tinkers can work on. I use mine for commuting, back country trout fishing, beach driving and towing my boat. It has over 120k miles(just a pup) and it has cost me almost nothing in repairs. I have owned a Trooper, 4Runner and a Grand Cherokee. This little SUV beats them all hands down. Wake up Chrysler give us back our real Cherokee and maybe you'll even turn a profit.
Love This Vehicle, But I Have So Many Issues
Jarett H., 03/31/2017
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
CHECK EVERYTHING! Run the A/C full blast while letting the vehicle idle and watch the temperature and oil pressure, as well as idle RPM. Check the AUX cooling fan to be sure it works, it doesn't come on until the engine reaches 218 degrees F. Check the valve cover, oil pan, and other gaskets and seals. Check for corrosion on any part inside of the engine compartment as this could very well be a sign of potentially serious damage that will lead to expensive repairs. I paid $2500 for my Jeep in 2014, it is now worth about $1300 if I tried to resell it and I have put nearly $1500 into it in repairs with another $1000 for parts and labour just on the engine alone. Not to mention the horrible condition of the suspension, brakes, missing hardware, and quite a few other issues. But I do love the car enough to actually not mind all too much putting money into it because when I am done with all these repairs it will be one hell of a vehicle and last another 200000 miles.
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Dream vehicle-Ol' Blue
cardinalgirl, 07/29/2012
2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
11 years old and deserves a garage and to take a break from the St. Louis summer heat. This is the best vehicle I will ever own. Its only downside is the a/c which is why I bought another car to tag team the seasons. Since 2001, I have replaced the evap core, compressor and engine thermostat (just to be on the safe side, problem cleared). I just don't care that I blew the front speakers and time did its thing to the headliner. The original battery lasted more than 6 years. The back brakes are original at 73k. Nothing is better than driving this car in any situation, any terrain. I haven't shoveled snow in my driveway for 11 yrs. Independence and laziness at its finest.
Champion
lhale, 01/20/2012
2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
i bought my Jeep in July 2011 with 170k on the dash. The only thing I've done to this car is give it 4 oil changes. I've taken this car from Charleston SC to Winston Salem NC several times and also to and from Brooklyn NY from Charleston with no problems. I bought the car with low oil pressure but this has not slowed this beast down. I'm a heavy driver and this jeep hangs in there with me. One of the bet buys of my life.
180000 miles great SUV until it was totalled
dgh53, 03/26/2014
2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
13 of 16 people found this review helpful
My Jeep Cherokee 2001 Sport 4 dr 4x4 was one dependable vehicle. It did need a radiator after like ten years and a new a/c compressor but other than those items it was just great. Really going to miss it. A driver went left of center and totalled it on my wife. The airbags went off, and she did not even get a scratch my wife, the Jeep not so lucky front left fender , bumper, grill, wheel,suspension all took the hit. I would buy a new one if they still made them. Door still opened on driver side after the crash.
Love it
mb, 06/18/2010
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2WD 2dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought the 2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport because we needed to replace a 2nd car and it was a good deal. The plan was for me to drive it to work and back 5 miles one way. I LOVE IT!! Couldn't be happier! Fun to drive, very reliable, just right! We'll keep the Jeep forever.
Hi-N-Low desert runner
steve citron, 11/29/2015
updated 07/03/2023
2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
12 of 15 people found this review helpful
While I love my car, mine does not have cruise control. Since I live so far away from a metropolitan area, I need to travel a good distance to shop, and to get other services like medical, dental, cleaners, and food. It sometimes is hard to keep my speed down, as it wants to travel at speed, and I do not always want to do that. The speed limit out here in the desert is 65, but sometimes I find the speed creeping up to over 75!! So, I guess you must be vigilant to watch your speed out in the highways. I have had my Jeep for 13 years, and have over 120,000 miles, not ONE major repair, and I am able to do simple service easily like oil change, filters, air and transmission filters, even spark plugs. so my car has been absolutely trouble free. I am on my 3rd set of tires, and just replaced them last summer at over 48,000 miles! My three dogs love riding in it too! I also own a 2006 Jeep Wrangler, and I wish it were as trouble free. Update; 6-30-23 just had a fitting on the transmission coolant line leak. Replaced fitting, and all is fine !
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Tires, Battery, Belt, Shocks, Brakes
Jeeper Since '79, 01/24/2010
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have 170,000 miles on the Cherokee - it had 32 when I bought it. I am on tire set 5, shocks set 3, belt 3, battery 4, brakes 5. I've replaced the plugs three times, the valve cover gasket once, serviced the differentials twice each. Oil changes every 5 to 7000 miles, (in spite of what is recommended). One radiator. Bulbs and headlights and what-have- you: once or twice. The worst repair was the air, once, $1300, and how bad is that, really? I doubt I've put more than $6000 into it over the many miles, about 1/6 th of which were off-roadish, it has carried me. If your Cherokee hasn't done the same, I don't think you put enough love into it. Jeep owners will understand this.
Love Love
micki, 06/14/2010
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Have always admired the shape of this car since I was a kid. I love how long lasting they are and how when something needs maintenance, it is easy to do yourself and cheap!
Great car
Chrys, 08/24/2010
2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Good car. Runs well. Have more than enough space. Have had 4 boards and 4 people in the car at once. Have been able to put 10 boards in the car.
Get one and you'll want to keep it forev
5forfighting, 04/22/2010
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
My 2001 Sport 4dr 2wd was my daily driver for the past 6 years. I now have a more fuel-efficient car for daily driving and the Cherokee is a "spare" vehicle. But I couldn't justify selling it. It's just too dependable, low-maintenance and useful. Even with 150k miles on the drivetrain, it runs like new, never misses a beat and doesn't leak anything at all. It's a bit noisy and gets horrible fuel mileage in city driving (around 17 mpg) and only 24-25 mpg highway. But it's got torque to haul a lot, ground clearance to go anywhere, tons of cargo room (plus a roof rack) and is easy to drive in any weather, on any roads. I just got back from a trip (920 miles each way) at mostly 75 mph, no problem
Reliable and affordable
Leebie, 05/22/2009
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this 2001 Cherokee Sport almost 4 years ago as a solution to the bad winters here in Michigan. I chose well. This is a wonderfully capable off road vehicle with good ground clearance. It plows through the snow, sometimes pushing the snow with the bumper when it gets deep. There is a lot of power with the 4.0 inline 6 which snaps your head back when you want to play at the lights. It handles well on tight curves and despite it's classification as an SUV it doesn't have that vague steering I have noticed on other SUVs. The styling has been called boxy but I love it and consider it classic. It has never had a problem since I have owned it, just the routine maintenance so far.
Cherokee Sport
C Barr, 02/26/2002
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
8 of 13 people found this review helpful
I've had this jeep for a couple of years and I love driving it. It handles great in the rain and snow of Ohio, and feels very safe in adverse conditions. I haven't had any major problems with it yet but my understanding is that it could be a problem later on. The biggest drawback to this vehicle is its overlack of comfort and interior amenities.
It was fun and real but not real fun
prodigy1, 10/10/2013
2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
9 of 15 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2001 jeep cherokee classic 4x4 with 15k miles on it and was pleased with it but in a middle of the road way. It was very reliable and durable but it was a jeep. Every one had one at the time and you couldn't pick kit out in a parking lot. It was loud and rough riding (I know it wasn't made for comfort) but in an kidney bursting way. Don't get me wrong it was a great car that never gave me trouble and was fare offroad but being a car guy I could never really like it enough to the point I loved to drive it or wanted to keep it. When we sold it the family didn't even blink, when we sold the hummer h3 my son cried and kissed it on the fender and said we will miss you lol.
Rotors, Rotors, Rotors
Rich F., 07/22/2004
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchase my Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD new back in July of 2001. I did enjoy driving it and it was my first Cherokee after owning 4 Grand Cherokees. I switched to the Cherokee after having numerous problems with the Grand Cherokees. In the end, the one problem that still persisted with the Cherokee was that the rotors warped approximately every 12,000-15,000 when they were just out of warranty. I have heard that the newer Jeep have a better brake design but I was not willing to try another one at this time. I just purchased a new 2004 Toyota 4Runner SR5 and I am much more impressed with the build quality when compared to the Jeeps.
Awesome Rig!
JWyatt2, 06/23/2003
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This rig is fun to drive with great torque and HP for its light weight. The body is classically styled. It's probably a better 'off roader' than its big brother the Grand Cherokee. Compared to my Ford Explorer it's a much better 'off roader' with 10+ inches of ground clearance; much better acceleration; better engine and tranny.
Works for me
sbmackie, 04/26/2006
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought to fill light hunting/skiing duty in New Mexico. Gets 17 around town (light foot), and about 21 on the highway in hilly/mountainous country. I coast a lot down hill and keep the speed down to 70 max. Have three kids; a bit cramped in hip room in back seat. Front ample for me, rear leg room OK if I pull the front seats forward a bit. With rear seat down, dog, guns, gear, etc. fit nicely. Rides fine. Have put 10,000 miles on it since I bought it (total 56,000) with only the standard oil/filter/lube. Easy for this very non-mechanical person to work on. I would recommend for anyone who needs a good four person small SUV that has SUPERB off road capability and adequate in town manners.
Great Jeep
hsowle, 01/14/2009
2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Amazing Jeep. I have had it for 2 years and have had no mechanical problems, with the exception of a faulty check engine light. I take it off roading and it handles like a dream in snow and rain. There is limited head room, but the front seats are exceptionally comfy (especially with the seat heaters). Not great gas mileage, but you don't buy an SUV expecting great mileage. I would highly recommend this Jeep to anyone who wants a reliable workhorse of a vehicle. By far the most reliable and versatile vehicle that Jeep has ever come out with. I wish they'd bring them back!
Best Truck Ever!
Cleveland, 04/27/2007
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I waited years for a Jeep. Wanted A Wrangler, but I am a professional guitarist, and needed the interior room for my gear. I have had this Jeep almost two years now, and have very few complaints. It kills off- road, kills in the snow, and will track through deep mud almost like it's on dry pavement. Handles great on the highway too, although high winds can be an adventure. At over 100,000 miles, it still runs incredibly strong. I regularly take it on long road trips without a second thought. It tends to chew up tires, it's loud, not real cushy, and the fuel economy could be better, but hey, it's a 4WD truck, not a luxury vehicle. I plan to drive it until it croaks or I do.
jcfromoh's cherokee sport
JCfromoh, 07/18/2003
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Dependable vehicle, great pick up and low end torque. Easy to manuver in parking lots and off road. Back seat is only good for small children. My 6'4" son looks sandwiched in. Easily tows my bass boat without problems. I have the basic Sport without any extras. Added a K&N airfilter and jetchip and have increased performance. Also added Jeep brush guard with integrated fog lights. Looks good. Quality has been excellent to date, I have 49,000 miles on the vehicle and to date no problems.
Great fun vehicle and a classic
Vince, 05/20/2020
updated 11/23/2022
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
A well designed and unique vehicle. Still looks great by today's standards. Essentially has the drivetrain of a Wrangler, including the legendary 4.0L engine. Works well onroad and is a beast offroad even stock due to it's low range 4x4 and light weight. It's a cheap alternative now to a UTV really. The Cherokee has tons of support and is not a disposable car like most built today. It can be "bent back" and rebuilt over and over again. The knock on the 2001 is the weak head casting and the pre-cats that heat up the engine compartment. Since the fuel rail is right above this heat, expect cylinder misfires if starting a hot car. Not the end of the world and clears up after a few seconds, but will trigger a CEL. Engine power is weak by today's standards, but it's an anvil and simple to work on. I prefer it to the new engines still because of the low end torque and smoothness. Little things will break/wear out so the demons of a 20 year used Jeep will have to be worked out so you better like the vehicle to bury the money it will need. You will be rewarded with a timeless design that is still classy and it's offroad footprint is "light". I recommend this for a 2nd vehicle for exactly what it was designed to do- be an actual SUV. Take it to home depot to haul mulch. Take offroad for fun. Tow the motorcycle to your riding spot. Just be handy with the wrenches to keep maintenance costs down but once it's sorted out it should run without issue. The used prices are so cheap there's little risk really. *update 11/2022: I gave the jeep to my son who is serving in the USMC. We drove it from Florida cross country to California and took the long way on a great adventure. The Jeep didn't disappoint and had added lots of off road moles in So Cal now. Great vehicle.
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A Love Affair That Won't Go Away
Charlie, 12/02/2006
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The 2001 Cherokee has been an excellent mid-sized SUV for family trips and for my wife to carry the grandchildren in around town. It handles very well in the city, is easy to park and can easily handle large loads of luggage or bagged mulch. The decision to stop making the Cherokee can only be equated to the decision some years ago to stop making real Coke. It was a bad decision and all of the Cherokee owners I have talked to have agreed. Wake up Jeep and put the Cherokee back in production with a diesel engine.
LOVE the exterior but unreliable
Michelle from CT, 05/11/2005
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my car new in 2001 (Jeep Cherokee Sport). I still LOVE the look of the exterior and it's great in the snow. I thought I would keep it forever for that reason. However, it is 4 years old now and we have had to bring it in 4 times in the past 9 months to get it fixed, totaling over $2500. The AC compressor blew out and had to be replaced. The brakes have already had to be replaced several times and the engine light seems like it's always on regardless of how many times we've brought it in. I'm really disappointed but I think we have to sell it now because we simply can't afford it anymore. If you take into account our repair bills over the past year, our monthly payment has been >$600/month ...ugh!
Buy one before they are history
XJforever, 09/29/2004
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Owned for one year. Bought with 19,000 miles - just crossed 30,000. Absolutely the best vehicle I have ever owned. Solid as a rock, great off-road and in the snow. Only issues are the lack of a left foot rest (during long drives this can be a problem) and gas mileage in stop and go traffic. But it is the last of the best that Jeep has ever made. Ending production of the XJ will lose loyal customers as Daimler-Chrysler migrates toward independent front suspensions across the board. I fully expect that this vehicle will last me for over 200,000 miles. Many XJ owners will attest to the ease with which this happens if you just change the oil and do the maintenance.
Nothing else like it
Kyle V, 01/25/2010
2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my XJ almost a year ago. After selling my 88 F250(needed cash) and GMC 2500(horrible truck!). I have put 35,000+ on the truck in under a year I drive about 45 minutes to work everyday. I also take the truck off roading dozens of times a month for hours at a time. It has a 4.5 inch RC lift and handles better off road then my friends vehicles by far a wrangler, bronco and samurai. I've put it through hell and back and never been stuck or had any maintenance issues. I'm 19 years old and I plan to keep it forever. It turns my 31 inch tires with all the added weight from the new heavy duty leaf springs and coil I installed. LOVE IT
My prayer was answered
Mimi, 05/05/2009
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I could not leave this site without commenting. My jeep was stolen last week and I only prayed that I would get it back, not totalled. My prayer was answered! I am a 67 year old grandmother who takes her grandkids (and friends)everywhere. Seven years of car seats and kids in and out, no problem. I cannot imagine having to replace this vehicle, at least not anytime soon. I would have had to find another 2001 Cherokee Sport if need be! Have never had any major problems, which I attribute to proper maintenance. Love My Jeep!
Great Car
tinad, 05/29/2002
2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I really enjoy driving my Jeep. It accelerates smoothly and feels like a car on the open highway. The handling and performance is very good and the Classic style is very nice.
Love / Hate Relationship
Bill F, 06/13/2009
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this Jeep used w/ 40K miles on it for my kids. 5 years later it has 70K miles. I have spent a fortune replacing parts on this. Both front and rear differentials, ball joints, radiator, water pump,and more. Check engine light is on again. Probably another $250 part needed. It is a solid feeling truck that is fun to drive. The seats need more support. I keep hoping the last repair will be it, and that it is good to go for many more miles and years. I've got too much invested in it now to unload it. Maybe the prior owner abused it and I am paying the price. My luck has been nothing like those of the other reviewers.
Great Jeep...
jesghr, 12/19/2009
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have 175,000 miles on my jeep and nothing is slowing it down. I have had some recent repairs due to wearable items and had some issues with the check engine light. Really...the best vehicle I have ever purchased. I am sure it will last to 200,000 miles and beyond. The back seat could have more room, but it fits my daughters car seat and toys just fine. It is a great off roading vehicle. It has one of the only true SUV off-roading suspensions. I love it.
Bye, Bye Jeep...
2Mack, 09/15/2003
2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've driven jeeps for the past 5 years and have been pretty happy overall. If jeep had continued to manufacture the Cherokee Limited I probably would have continued to drive it. However, I did experience a number of recurring issues on both my Cherokee and SE models that proved extremely annoying.
It's a Jeep
Skip, 11/29/2010
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
Owned a 97 VW Jetta before this that was fun to drive. This Jeep is fun, but in a different way. For a vehicle with 15 in rims it goes over just about anything, is tough as nails, and I know that I can count on it to get me practically anywhere. It's not the most comfortable thing in the world, but that's just part of Jeep's purpose. My Cherokee actually has more horizontal room than a Liberty, and is definitely built more solid. Gas mileage is horrible (my vw got 26, this gets around 18), but it's well worth it for the experience of driving a legendary SUV.
Bring back the cherokee
truxton, 05/28/2009
2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
My 2001 is my second Cherokee. I bought a new 1994 when Chrysler rumors came out that it would be discontinued. The 2001 was the last year, so i bought a 2001 Cherokee classic. My daughter has a 2000 and my son has a 1998. The Cherokee was a classic well built utilitarian vehicle. I love the visibility, 4x4 ability and the dependability.
Does nothing extremely well, or poorly
emurray, 11/05/2002
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Lots of engine noise. Goodyear rubber wore out fast. Have Michelin X Terrain SUV tires, now. Small armrests. Rear door entry is tight for adults. No rear seat headrests!!! Lousy spare and in bad location. Readily accepts tow hitch, fog lamps, after-market sound system. Latest design is much cleaner than late 80's, early 90's. Great little 4WD utility vehicle.
Jeeps are my life
sdv, 02/05/2009
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have owned 5 Jeeps. 83 cj7, 88 Wrangler, 2-91 Cherokees, and this 01 Cherokee. They all had the inline six cyl. motors. Good rugged vehicles. I plowed with the cj and wrangler and they held up good. The Cherokees are good cars but they all seem to have issues around the 100000 mile mark. I have learned from the past to just bite the bullet and put radiators in them at the 100 grand mark. They are not that good on gas (maybe 21 to 23 on a trip)but I still keep buying them..LOL They are good in the snow climate up here in the northeast. This 2001 Cherokee has had synthetic oil changes since new so we will so how long I can run this without getting the usual compression blow by.
Stil the best
chris h., 03/23/2008
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
bought this in '05 with 40K on it in showroom new shape , added air raid cold air induction & t/b spacer to up horsepower and save gas (when i could keep from gunning it..WOW) always wanted one and when i finally got it just couldn't get enough. Most people don't get the chance to put a daily driver 4wd to the test but I made sure i did and this vehicle took everything from 3 ft snow drifts to 2ft deep flooded areas like a champ. Make sure you keep up the maintenance and you'll be perfect. Oh and you gotta love that Jeep finally changed the liberty for '08 to look like a modern Cherokee, guess they do listen ;o)
My Jeep
Jeeper01, 01/06/2010
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my jeep Cherokee Sport 3yrs. ago and never had any problems with so far and it has 140000 mi. on it.It is a great vehicle for off roading to get to my fav. fishin/campin/hunting spots here in PA..fuel economy is getting better with a Gibson Perf. exhaust and a K&N cold air intake and I just added a BBK 62 mm. throttle.There is so many mods. that you can add to this vehicle. that makes it so fun to own. Looks are great for town and off roading to.
89 and 270k and going
mandela morta, 03/18/2010
2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Cubans should buy this jeep. It will be around as long as the 50's cars they drive now and it will be alot nicer. I like keeping things that don't get abandoned by the rest of the rest! We still can buy parts no problem for a jeep 20 yrs old. do as done
What a mess
lordmetalz28, 11/22/2011
2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 17 people found this review helpful
Worst vehicle ive ever owned. bought it with 72k for 10k in 2005 110k now. no kidding i have never had this truck 100 percent since the day i drove it off the lot. its always been something. hood cable 5X window regulators 10x valve cover gasket, oil adapter gasket. evap coil 2x. wheel bearing 3x. leaks water from every gasket. oil from every gasket. electrical system is falling apart. Not to mention its terrible on gas. have to be in 4x4 to make it thru a 1/4 inch of snow. 4wd indicator switch 8x and the new one just broke. this jeep is so piss poor i bought a 2006 mazda because i didnt trust the jeep and the mazda is no good!! yet another bad dicision the jeep forced me to make.
Great Jeep
Jeep Lover, 03/24/2010
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my Jeep on 2004. This is awesome. No major maintenance except normal wear and tear. The engine is awesome. I have 128,000 mile on it so far. Looks like my coolant is leaking but these things are fixable. The bottom line is Engine which is awesome. I love Inline 6. This is a little monster in the snow. I am not kidding. Its a part time 4 wheel drive. when it snows, put it to 4 wheel and there you go, you will fly leaving all the cars and SUVs behind.
Great Buy For the Money
COL Rhino, 12/26/2008
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 2dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased my used, 2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport with 67,300 miles on it. So far, it is exactly what I expected, a solid, 4x4, SUV that is great for daily driving. My other vehicle is a 2005 Cadillac STS that I use if I want to have a luxury sport ride. Although it had passed State Inspection, I immediately had some upgrades installed. I had 5 brand new Firestone Destination A/T tires installed, a catback, Borla exhaust system, a heavy duty Interstate 7 year battery, a full set of 4 KYB heavy duty gas shocks and a new heavy duty steering dampener. Everything else was "good to go" and passed State inspection. I enjoy driving it locally every day. My wife enjoys it also.
Yellow won't die
Steph D, 04/24/2010
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 2dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
2Dr/4WD Cherokee, commutes 200km daily and goes trail riding on weekends. Does a long paper route once a week and takes three dogs out and about. 4.0L engine just keeps on ticking and she just turned 310,500km on odo, I figure she's good till 500,000km.
Liberty is No Equal to the Cherokee!
Trathen, 03/30/2004
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Jeep should have never stopped making this wonderful 4x4. A true classic that can not be replaced by current models. Now will have to wait for the Jeep Rescue!
Best Jeep Ever
Sevilleized, 07/09/2002
2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is our second car, the other being a Grand Cherokee. When the announced the last of the classic Cherokees, we headed out and bought a fully loaded Limited version to keep long term. This is our third Cherokee and we love this vehicle. It is powerful, fun to drive, rugged good looks, comfortable and it was the most vehicle for the money I have ever seen. It has never let us down and has had not one problem with anything. I have a few issues but overall, this last of the Cherokees was the best of them all. If you don't have to drive the most refined vehicle around, this Jeep's for you.
New guy REALLY digs his Jeep
Knucklehedd, 07/31/2004
2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this thing while I was home on leave from a deployment. I was only able to drive it for a week and a half while I was home, but, man alive! I drove the ever livin crud out of it. Now all I can do is sit around and daydream when me and my lady are reunited. Externally very understated, internally it's a whole other world. I knew this immediately as I slid over the leather seats and perused the controls. The torque is breathtaking and the overall build and handling of this hunk of metal is much better than I had expected. I would never seek to modify this gem - much, but I've already been toying with hanging parts on another older model.