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1998 Jeep Cherokee
The 1998 Jeep Cherokee is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia started around $39,990.
There are 2 variants of the Cherokee available in Australia and this generation went on sale in mid-1994.
The 1998 Cherokee was offered with a 2 year, 50,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Jeep Cherokee include 2.5 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (85kW/300Nm) and 4 in-line 6-cylinder (131kW/301Nm). Available with 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.
- Retail Price
- $39,990 - $42,990â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Diesel or Unleaded
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $39,990 - $42,990â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Diesel or Unleaded
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Jeep Cherokee
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Available Variants
The Jeep Cherokee comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Sport.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,255 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,725 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,576 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,900 mm |
| Load Capacity | 574 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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1998 Jeep Cherokee
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Jeep Cherokee is the Sport variant that starts from $39,990.
See all Jeep Cherokee PricingThe most expensive Jeep Cherokee is the Sport variant that starts from $42,990.
See all Jeep Cherokee PricingThe best towing capacity of a Jeep Cherokee is offered by the Sport variant which can tow 2265 kg.
See all Jeep Cherokee towing capacityThe largest Jeep Cherokee is the Sport variant which measures 1725mm wide, 4255mm in length and sits 1700mm tall.
The most powerful Jeep Cherokee is the Sport variant which has 131kW of power and 301nm of torque.
The Jeep Cherokee is built in USA and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Jeep Cherokee is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2230 kg.
The Jeep Cherokee may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
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