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1997 Jeep Wrangler User Reviews

1997 Jeep Wrangler Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 49 reviews

  • Performance:3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars3.8 out of 5 stars 3.8 / 5
  • Appearance:4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars4.4 out of 5 stars 4.4 / 5
  • Overall:4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars4.6 out of 5 stars 4.6 / 5

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PROS
"ride" 30 reviews
"power" 15 reviews
"fuel economy" 6 reviews
"build quality" 3 reviews
"door" 2 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 16 reviews
"power" 14 reviews
"speed" 4 reviews
"small power" 2 reviews
"interior" 2 reviews

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Rev. Matthew writes:
1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport Review
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For the love of the open Road

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Need to travel w/ more than 2 ppl

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Great — The jeep is an amazing vehicle for all types of road conditions on or off. The performance is amazing and cost of ownership is low to minimal It is a fun beach car to drive and is just overall AMAZING

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Kate writes:
1997 Jeep Wrangler SE Review
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Off roading capability, removable top, removable doors!

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MPG, noise, acceleration

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Not Trading My Car In, But In A Perfect World I'd Have A Zippy Commuter Car As Well. — Love my car... so much. But given a choice, I'd take the 6cyl over the 4 - barely noticeable difference in mpg, but significant difference in power. Overall, this car is a BLAST! Think of myself as a Jeep convert for life!

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Emma writes:
1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport Review
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Its toughness

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Its getting old

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A Girls Best Friend — best 4wd a girl could have. performance wise, due to modificagtions its not so great onroad anymore, but stock they are quite comfortable to drive. it always needs repairs because i brake it so often, but it goes further than any other make or model i wheel with without needing repairs.

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Dylan writes:
1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport Review
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Never dies

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poor body condition

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My Jeep — Best build quality. Never has needed repairs other than driver error. Great performance for a 12 year old car and for looks... hey its a Jeep! Really when you get down to it its a great car that is fun and challenging to drive.

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Randy writes:
1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport Review
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Do I really need to explain, if you have riden in one you will know

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The +'s out way the -'s

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Jeep Wrangler Sport — My Jeep is, Big time Fun Factor Great Gas Mileage, Low Maintenance Big Wheels, Topless Has some squeaks and rattles, but that is part of having fun Acceleration and Braking are awesome. Handling is difficult at times but very responsive. I would like to a newer 4dr Rubicon

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Brandi writes:
1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport Review
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Looks of envy I get while driving it

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Lose speed when going up a hill as with every other Jeep

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My Jeep — Is by far the best vehicle I've ever owned although with the 33" tires can't drive it the same way as the minivan but it is so damn fun to drive even if I do, do racecar shifting. Driving without the roof is great as long as you tie your hair back lol. The gas mileage is great for a Jeep as with most you can only get 350 kms to the tank but with this one can get 400.

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Ben writes:
1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport Review
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Off roading!

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Not the fastest as is.

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Jeep Wrangler 4.0l Sport — Accellaration and top speed isn't the greatest. I wish it was a manual. I-6 eats gas like crazy, but you gotta love that strait-six sound! But, easy to take care of, easy to modify, easy to fix stuff. Mine's all rusted out but that's all that's wrong with it! Could have more cargo room but my bike fits in there without the back seat, lol.

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Jake writes:
1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport Review
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Go anywhere, and simple/classic design

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Daimler Chrysler

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Jeep Wrangler (tj) — This vehicle will take you anywhere... be sure to have deep pockets, or at least be able to fill them often. The quality of it is low, as far as plasticy interior, but it is a very simple vehicle. This vehicle is very fun to drive no matter where you are driving it, and unless you are looking for a Cadillac i would recommend this to anyone.

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Zach writes:
1997 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Review
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the looks I get when im driving it  the power the off road caabilities and the convertible top.

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the maintanace is all the time, it sux

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Review Of My Jeep Wrangler 5 Speed With A 6 In Lift And In Line 6 With A Few Extras. — I love my jeep it has amazing offroad abilities it had 6 in of lift and just kicks ass with what i have under the hood it is a stock 4.0 l with a lil more add ons to make it go fast.

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Trish writes:
1997 Jeep Wrangler SE Review
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"pedro" — I like my car because it's my first car and it's somewhat easy to fix. It has 260 thousand miles on it and although it's not in mint condition it still gets me where I'm going usually without any problems but isn't the most feul efficient either... I still love Pedro..

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Cost $7,447 Average Instant Market Value $3,828 Average Instant Market Value $5,299 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 19 18 18
Horsepower 120 185 210
Crash Test Rating 4 3 4
Front Leg Room (inches) 41.1 40.9 40.9

Reviews From Other Years

2013 Jeep Wrangler Reviews

Its Sweet By Kyle

oh my gosh what could i say about this car, i absolutly love this car. its GREAT off-road, great on-road, its great all around. i love how little i have to fill it up, i spend 50$ every 2 weeks. i lov... Read More

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2012 Jeep Wrangler Reviews

Love It "its A Jeep Thing" By stcburn

I enjoy everything about this vehical. The combination of hard top for winter & soft top for summer & the ability for trail or winter travel confidence is unmatched. Looking to buy a 2 door to jaunt a... Read More

Great! Fun To Drive. By Lena_Walker53

I really enjoy this car. My husband and I want to have kids and we are looking for a 'family' car. It's such a fun car to drive, it's good on gas and handles very, very well in any condition. Read More

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2011 Jeep Wrangler Reviews

Classic Vehicle Worth Considering. I Have Now Had 3 Jk Style Jeeps. By MorningMist

On the same weekend I purchased 2 identical Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicons. One Silver and one Green. Literally the serial numbers were one digit apart. My wife drove the green one and I took the... Read More

Everyone Should Own A Wrangler At Least Once. By Irlist28

I can not say it enough positives about the jeep. I loved this truck. Look for packages when buying. You definitely get much more bang for your buck. Loved the dual top option. You can really trick th... Read More

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2010 Jeep Wrangler Reviews

Great Car By Suzyku

We wanted a vehicle to on backroads. with. We looked a several different vehicles. This was the perfect choice. It took us everywhere we wanted to go. It got very good mileage and we have not had an... Read More

Great Vehicle To Buzz Around In By scarm

Vehicle is a great summertime cruiser - usually had the top and doors off all summer long. Great to take into town and easy to find a parking place - small, agile, and very capable. Vehicle will go ... Read More

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2009 Jeep Wrangler Reviews

Excellent & Fun Car! By prayhard08

There hasn't been really anything I've disliked. I'd be keeping this car if we didn't need to sell for financial reasons. Perfect car for the adventurous at heart! Once you have a jeep it's hard to ge... Read More

The Best Open Air Experience In An Suv By Jhodges

THe Best Open Air experience you can get.. Remove the front panels for an over sized sunroof or take the full top off.. Complete the experience by removing the doors. This Vehicle goes anywhere be it ... Read More

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