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4.25 out of 5 stars

ALL JEEP!

jeep4me, 03/12/2003
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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Great Jeep! been around for a while... Hate to see the production stop!!!but you can bet twenty years from now these little bad boys will still be runnin around

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Great All-Purpose Rider

Dan, 05/15/2006
2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
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So far I've had no problems mechanically with this car. I've taken it off-road and it handles nicely, while on-road is even better. In general, for a vehicle with this kind of mileage (+50000) it's in good shape. It does have some problems, though. When 4 wheel drive high range is engaged, if you make a sharp turn the wheels lock. Also, when put in reverse for too long, it sometimes stalls or sputters. You need to find the right kind of tires, too. Wet handling is below average, even with 4WD. The vehicle corners well for an SUV and has a good turn radius, just make sure it's not cornering heavily above 50mph. At speeds above 80 on a straightaway highway, it becomes very shaky.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Excellent Jeep.

relivnj, 09/04/2006
2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I've always loved Jeeps. I bought this Jeep from our local Toyota dealership back in 2003. I just couldn't resist this Jeep classic. It's been such a wonderful vehicle to own. Never had any problems with it. The engine is a bit loud, compared to other SUVs. But it's not, really. It's the typical Jeep Cherokee sound. And the torque on this thing is tremendous! I got the Limited model. The interior has a nice, clean layout. The heated leather front seats are excellent during winter. Great sounding stereo. This is our weekend ride. We take it for nice, long leisurely drives, always confident that we can to anywhere and back in our Jeep.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Not bad

Big Mac, 12/30/2006
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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My 2001 Jeep Cherokee works just fine. I have a slight shimmy at 50 MPH but that may because of some bad wheels. I needed to have my AC rebuilt (70k) and I needed an expensive brake job (60k). The power steering sprung a leak ($400 at 60k). Besides that, it's OK.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Jeeperz

Jeeperz, 10/28/2007
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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Best all around car. Fun on and off road. it's one of three Jeeps we have. I got it with 80K miles and drive it hard. Easy to fix up with many upgrades I can go any where my son goes in his Rubicon

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Fun..READ

Frenchy, 05/26/2003
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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This jeep has good gas comsuption. Performance 0-60 is really good for its weight/power ratio. The factory says 8.7s to 60. I beleive it. But with 35000 miles and no tune up, it will decrease dramatically. I timed it to 60 w/ 35000 miles: about 10.5s. Oh...it goes 115 no problem. After 60mph, the acceleration is so- so. Their is plenty of cargo space in the trunk. read the rest....

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4.75 out of 5 stars

jeep's rule

grabo, 06/14/2003
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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everyone should own one

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Jeep Review

Greggir, 06/13/2003
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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The basic solid SUV

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4.75 out of 5 stars

4x4 Cherokee

Junebug, 06/18/2003
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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Overall a great vehicle. 3rd Jeep I've owned. Great Power, good handling, great style.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

2001 Cherokee Sport 4x4

RichWe, 03/25/2002
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 2dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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Every thing I expected.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

good old jeep

christine, 04/14/2008
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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Me and my husband got this Jeep after I drove on of his buddy's jeeps. I like his and wanted one. This Jeep has been good to us. Just the normal repairs. We bought it used with 43,000 miles. Good power, goes in snow and mud. I would like to get a brand new one if I could. We have 105,000 miles and it still is going strong.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

A rare right hand drive Cherokee

hot_burrito_1, 05/09/2008
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I found my Cherokee on the side of the road for sale. It is a factory right hand drive. Aside from replacing nearly all of the original parts (previous owners were not proactive in taking care of the vehicle), it is a very durable vehicle. I use this vehicle daily to carry mail and it is stronger than the government owned vehicles. It has twice the power. The only downside to the 4.0 is the poor gas mileage. Overall, this is one of the best vehicles I have ever owned. The best I have ever owned was a 1984 Honda Accord.

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5 out of 5 stars

The best vehicle ever built

FBHSswimmer2006, 05/25/2008
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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I love my Cherokee. I fell in love with it the second that I saw it on the dealership lot. I surf so it's a lot fun to drive, especially on the beach. It can take anything that I throw at it and what I need it to do. It is the best vehicle that I have ever had. I'm gonna keep it until it dies, even with today's gas prices. Chrysler needs to bring this Jeep back and sell it again.

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4 out of 5 stars

Former Subaru owner

Scott "diesel" Flurer, 12/14/2017
2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Look for a rust free example. I wanted one that was not molested. Minor things are worn out or broken,but no big deal. I have invested in a 4.5 inch lift kit as ALL the suspension was original and worn out. Gauges are a little twitchy but functional. MUCH more power than my Forester and more room also. I like the option of 2WD,Part time 4 WD,4 WD and 4WD low range. Went with the 4.5 lift to fit the 32/11.50-15 tires I bought for it. My son has been buying,fixing,selling and 4 wheeling these Jeeps for years and he finally talked me into one 3 weeks ago. Choice of parts is much larger compared to my subie. Now I just have to wait for a warmer day to install my stash of new parts (lift kit,turbo exhaust,brake upgrade to rear disc)

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3 out of 5 stars

Jeep a Heep

Boss Lady, 03/20/2019
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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The mileage is poor, the parts are very costly, has transmission problems electric problems key code finailure and computer harness crackdowns also the diagnosic codes are incorrect.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best jeep ever

Edward R, 08/11/2022
2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)
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The best jeep in my opinion goes to the xj, best vehicle I had. The engine is made to last my 2001 had over 400k miles! Never had an issue with the engine or transmission, everything was well taken care by myself 10/10 would recommend for a first time vehicle

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5 out of 5 stars

a gift from God

daniel, 02/12/2023
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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love this jeep cheroke 2001 sport got it 5 yrs ago from my renter in exchange for rent 9hundred dollars needed some work brakes tires manifold was leaking had terrible whistle been using it for outlander camping in Idaho back country hasn't failed me one time only thing haven't fixed is.heater is not working that well but don't want to pull dashboard to kix it all said and done proper maintenance this jeep is unstoppable God has blessed me with this jeep doubt I will ever sell it may save for grand child but he will have to wait

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3.13 out of 5 stars

Don't be fooled by its longevity

Coleg5, 04/02/2004
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

Bought new in 2001. Front end shimmy & pulsating brakes from day one (never fixed). Taken to the shop 12 times over a 2 year period. Problems either came back again or were replaced by others. I tried repeatedly to get satisfaction from Chrysler with no success. I was even told by an employee at their complaint department that all Cherokees have that front end shimmy problem and there is nothing that can be done. I finally got rid of this lemon a few months ago. I had intended to buy a Dodge pickup after this vehicle, but due to this experience, I will NEVER buy another Chrysler product!!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Like it a lot!

Spideyfan68, 04/14/2007
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought mine used with 50,000 miles on it. I have since put another 50,000 on and still going strong. I have had no major repair the normal brakes tires etc. I do need to replace the clutch on the air conditioner compressor that is it. I was thinking about a new car but mine is in such nice shape I think I will keep it a year or two.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Watching our Cherokee mature

Karpindur, 05/05/2008
2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 2WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)
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When we bought it, I had the OEM oil changed to Mobil One. Then I had the transmission and differential changed to Mobil One at 25,000 miles. As near as I can remember, it runs just like the day I drove it off the lot, which is a day I have not regretted so far. To date, the only "major" issue I have had was a failure of the crankshaft and camshaft sensors to the tune of $400. The mechanic seems to have taken me some, as the camshaft sensor was obviously broken but the chances of both failing at once are infinitesimal. Otherwise it has been good to us. Strong, quick, and reliable, it inspires confidence in any traffic, weather or road condition, and looks great doing it.

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