2001 Jeep Cherokee Consumer Reviews

great little jeep

Written by: sierragrl on 04/04/2009

Vehicle

2001 Jeep Cherokee SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)

Review

This is my 4th jeep cherokee, and I guess my last one since they quit making them. I love it. It powers up hills, flies past the slow moving vehicles on passing opportunities. When I had a toyota there was no passing allowed, it didn't have enough umhph. But cherokees, no problem. Its great off-road, its small dimensions are perfect for tight hairpin turns on narrow, steep dirt roads. And all my jeeps have been extremely reliable. nothing has gone wrong on them and I drove each one till 130,000 miles.

Favorite Features

reliability. 4.0 L engine. Size, small enough to go anywhere, but I could still sleep in it.

Suggested Improvements

I can't believe they never changed the windshield wipers so you could leave them up so they don't freeze to the windshield!

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Jeeps are my life

Written by: sdv on 02/05/2009

Vehicle

2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)

Review

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.

Favorite Features

good ride, stereo, ruggedness, and body design.

Suggested Improvements

The 4 wheel drive systems should be full time or all wheel drive not part time 4 wheel, parts can get a little expensive also for some repairs.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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junk

Written by: Jason on 02/01/2009

Vehicle

2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)

Review

I just got this jeep and let me tell you it stinks! No power no good off road capabilities. Worst of all no room. I have a family of 4 and none of us are liking it. Im going back to my chevy Avalanch more room, power and better fuel milage.

Favorite Features

The used car lot that took it off my hands

Suggested Improvements

buy a different car

1 out 24 people found this review helpful

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Great Jeep

Written by: hsowle on 01/13/2009

Vehicle

2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

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!

Favorite Features

4WD, handling off road/snowy weather, looks, reliability

Suggested Improvements

More head room, more leg room in the backseat, PLEASE BRING THEM BACK!

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Great Buy For the Money

Written by: COL Rhino on 12/26/2008

Vehicle

2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 2dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)

Review

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.

Favorite Features

I really like the classic, boxy, Jeep exterior design & solid construction. I expect to have to do regular maintenance, but just in case I purchased one of those bumper to bumper, extended warranties also. So far, this is a great used, daily driver for any kind of weather. It is my 2nd Jeep.

Suggested Improvements

Geeez - this was the last year for this design. I just wish they did not discontinue this model since the basic style is timeless. It really would not need too much to bring it up to current fuel mileage standards. What a great ride for the money!!!

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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This Jeep is a Champ

Written by: Littlewing on 12/25/2008

Vehicle

2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)

Review

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.

Favorite Features

Off road ability. Lack of body role and looks. This Jeep looks like a real Jeep and you can still put all your gear in it.

Suggested Improvements

Bring it back. Please!!!!!

16 out 16 people found this review helpful

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The Brute

Written by: Clarkecars on 12/17/2008

Vehicle

2001 Jeep Cherokee Classic 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I bought my 4WD Cherokee for one reason, no other small or midsize SUV at the time or now had the reputation and ability to pull my 23 ft saltwater walk-around fishing boat and tandem axle trailer. After 6 plus years of yeoman like duty, hauling that boat on trips as long as 1100 miles. I've replaced the radiator, water pump and a u-joint in 150K miles. It's amusing to slip into 4Wheel High on a wet boat ramp and walk up the ramp while larger pickups and SUVs spin their tires hooked to smaller boats. I wish they still made them and because I don't I won't be getting rid of mine anytime soon. It's a little Brute!

Favorite Features

Tougher than steel girders 4 Litre inline 6 cyl engine and AW4 automatic transmission. It's a truck in ride and handling to be sure, but a reliable, nimble and convenient truck.

Suggested Improvements

The back seat is its weakest point. Very little comfort for rear passengers.

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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tank

Written by: goose1215 on 10/28/2008

Vehicle

2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)

Review

I'm 16 and got this car for my first. It has 137,000 on it an other than flushing all the fluids this thing is a tank and it just cant be stopped. Winter is coming up which should be fun to see how it handles.

Favorite Features

4x4

Suggested Improvements

ABS lol in the rain they lock up when first use them

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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One sweet SUV !!

Written by: lakiemom on 06/24/2008

Vehicle

2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 4A)

Review

I have owned and absolutely cherished my Cherokee Limited 4WD. It is the best suv I have owned in my lifetime. It's performance has been top notch. There were two recalls for heat shields that came and went without a hitch. I knew that the jeep tranny was clunky when I bought it. The 4wd engage is also clunky but after 7 years I have gotten used to it. I don't off-road but I have been in some raging winter weather in the New Mexico mountains and it has sailed through like the champ it is. My first set of tires lasted 80,000 miles and I have 27,000 on my second set with no issues to date. The bun warming seats are terrific. Can't beat a Cherokee. Can't imagine why they stopped producing them.

Favorite Features

Exterior appearance, comfortable seats, power seat performance, cornering at high speed without sway, interior appearance is superb, weight of vehicle is nice compared to other suv models, gas mileage is pretty darn good for an suv

Suggested Improvements

more back seat leg room, space for full sized spare tire without having to put the back seat down

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Great Jeep

Written by: drwhkm on 06/19/2008

Vehicle

2001 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5M)

Review

Bought this 2001 Cherokee Sport with 82K, and it was a great vehicle to own. Drove great through snow and mud, but also had a smooth highway ride. Engine provided plenty of power, however was also very thirsty. A very well-built, reliable Jeep.

Favorite Features

Four wheel drive is excellent, styling a nice mix of modern and the classic Jeep look. Engine and body materials are very reliable.

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage is subpar for a small SUV. Not a lot of headroom and the backseat is quite uncomfortable.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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