1997 Jeep Cherokee Specs
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| Trim | 2 Dr SE 4WD SUV | 2 Dr SE SUV | 2 Dr Sport 4WD SUV | 2 Dr Sport SUV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original MSRP | $19,425 | $17,915 | $19,425 | $17,915 |
| Invoice | $17,574 | $16,225 | $17,574 | $16,225 |
| Engine | ||||
| 4.0L 190 hp I6 | Std. | Std. | Std. | Std. |
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 190 @ 4600 | 190 @ 4600 | 190 @ 4600 | 190 @ 4600 |
| Torque (@rpm) | 235 @ 3200 | 235 @ 3200 | 235 @ 3200 | 235 @ 3200 |
| Displacement (cc) | 3956 | 3956 | 3956 | 3956 |
| Bore X Stroke | 3.88 X 3.41 | 3.88 X 3.41 | 3.88 X 3.41 | 3.88 X 3.41 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive: | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. |
| - City/Highway (mpg) | 15 / 19 | 15 / 21 | 15 / 19 | 15 / 21 |
| - 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 5-Speed Manual Overdrive: | Std. | Std. | Std. | Std. |
| - City/Highway (mpg) | 17 / 21 | 18 / 23 | 17 / 21 | 18 / 23 |
| - 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Interior | ||||
| Max. Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front Legroom (in) | 41.4 | 41.4 | 41.4 | 41.4 |
| Back Legroom (in) | 35.0 | 35.0 | 35.0 | 35.0 |
| Exterior | ||||
| Wheelbase | 101.4 | 101.4 | 101.4 | 101.4 |
| Length (in) | 167.5 | 167.5 | 167.5 | 167.5 |
| Height (in) | 64.0 | 63.9 | 64.0 | 63.9 |
| Amenities | ||||
| Sunroof/Moonroof | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Air Conditioning | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. |
| Leather Seats | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Power Seats | Driver Opt.
Passenger N/A |
Driver Opt.
Passenger N/A |
Driver Opt.
Passenger N/A |
Driver Opt.
Passenger N/A |
| Power Windows | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. |
| Power Door Locks | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. |
| Navigation | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Stereo | Cassette Player | Cassette Player | Cassette Player | Cassette Player |
| Safety | ||||
| Front Airbags | Driver Std.
Passenger Std. |
Driver Std.
Passenger Std. |
Driver Std.
Passenger Std. |
Driver Std.
Passenger Std. |
| Side Airbags | Front N/A
Rear N/A |
Front N/A
Rear N/A |
Front N/A
Rear N/A |
Front N/A
Rear N/A |
| Side Curtain Airbags | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| ABS Brakes | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. |
| Payload/Towing | ||||
| Trunk/Cargo (cu ft) | 34.1 | 34.1 | 34.1 | 34.1 |
| Std/Max. Payload (lb) | 1739 / 1739 | 1603 / 1603 | 1739 / 1739 | 1603 / 1603 |
| Std/Max. Towing (lb) | 2000 / 5000 | 2000 / 5000 | 2000 / 5000 | 2000 / 5000 |
| Fuel Capacity | ||||
| Tank Size (gal) | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 |
| Trim | 4 Dr Country 4WD SUV | 4 Dr Country SUV | 4 Dr SE 4WD SUV | 4 Dr SE SUV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original MSRP | $23,420 | $21,905 | $20,460 | $18,950 |
| Invoice | $21,110 | $19,756 | $18,505 | $17,156 |
| Engine | ||||
| 4.0L 190 hp I6 | Std. | Std. | Std. | Std. |
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 190 @ 4600 | 190 @ 4600 | 190 @ 4600 | 190 @ 4600 |
| Torque (@rpm) | 235 @ 3200 | 235 @ 3200 | 235 @ 3200 | 235 @ 3200 |
| Displacement (cc) | 3956 | 3956 | 3956 | 3956 |
| Bore X Stroke | 3.88 X 3.41 | 3.88 X 3.41 | 3.88 X 3.41 | 3.88 X 3.41 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive: | Std. | Std. | Opt. | Opt. |
| - City/Highway (mpg) | 15 / 19 | 15 / 21 | 15 / 19 | 15 / 21 |
| - 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 5-Speed Manual Overdrive: | - | - | Std. | Std. |
| - City/Highway (mpg) | N/A / N/A | N/A / N/A | 17 / 21 | 18 / 23 |
| - 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Interior | ||||
| Max. Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front Legroom (in) | 41.4 | 41.4 | 41.4 | 41.4 |
| Back Legroom (in) | 35.0 | 35.0 | 35.0 | 35.0 |
| Exterior | ||||
| Wheelbase | 101.4 | 101.4 | 101.4 | 101.4 |
| Length (in) | 167.5 | 167.5 | 167.5 | 167.5 |
| Height (in) | 64.0 | 63.9 | 64.0 | 63.9 |
| Amenities | ||||
| Sunroof/Moonroof | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Air Conditioning | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. |
| Leather Seats | Opt. | Opt. | N/A | N/A |
| Power Seats | Driver Opt.
Passenger N/A |
Driver Opt.
Passenger N/A |
Driver Opt.
Passenger N/A |
Driver Opt.
Passenger N/A |
| Power Windows | Std. | Std. | Opt. | Opt. |
| Power Door Locks | Std. | Std. | Opt. | Opt. |
| Navigation | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Stereo | Cassette Player | Cassette Player | Cassette Player | Cassette Player |
| Safety | ||||
| Front Airbags | Driver Std.
Passenger Std. |
Driver Std.
Passenger Std. |
Driver Std.
Passenger Std. |
Driver Std.
Passenger Std. |
| Side Airbags | Front N/A
Rear N/A |
Front N/A
Rear N/A |
Front N/A
Rear N/A |
Front N/A
Rear N/A |
| Side Curtain Airbags | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| ABS Brakes | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. | Opt. |
| Payload/Towing | ||||
| Trunk/Cargo (cu ft) | 34.1 | 34.1 | 34.1 | 34.1 |
| Std/Max. Payload (lb) | 1747 / 1747 | 1607 / 1607 | 1747 / 1747 | 1607 / 1607 |
| Std/Max. Towing (lb) | 2000 / 5000 | 2000 / 5000 | 2000 / 5000 | 2000 / 5000 |
| Fuel Capacity | ||||
| Tank Size (gal) | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 |
| Trim | 4 Dr Sport 4WD SUV | 4 Dr Sport SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Original MSRP | $20,460 | $18,950 |
| Invoice | $18,505 | $17,156 |
| Engine | ||
| 4.0L 190 hp I6 | Std. | Std. |
| Horsepower (@rpm) | 190 @ 4600 | 190 @ 4600 |
| Torque (@rpm) | 235 @ 3200 | 235 @ 3200 |
| Displacement (cc) | 3956 | 3956 |
| Bore X Stroke | 3.88 X 3.41 | 3.88 X 3.41 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive: | Opt. | Opt. |
| - City/Highway (mpg) | 15 / 19 | 15 / 21 |
| - 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A |
| 5-Speed Manual Overdrive: | Std. | Std. |
| - City/Highway (mpg) | 17 / 21 | 18 / 23 |
| - 0-60 (sec) | N/A | N/A |
| Interior | ||
| Max. Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Front Legroom (in) | 41.4 | 41.4 |
| Back Legroom (in) | 35.0 | 35.0 |
| Exterior | ||
| Wheelbase | 101.4 | 101.4 |
| Length (in) | 167.5 | 167.5 |
| Height (in) | 64.0 | 63.9 |
| Amenities | ||
| Sunroof/Moonroof | N/A | N/A |
| Air Conditioning | Opt. | Opt. |
| Leather Seats | N/A | N/A |
| Power Seats | Driver Opt.
Passenger N/A |
Driver Opt.
Passenger N/A |
| Power Windows | Opt. | Opt. |
| Power Door Locks | Opt. | Opt. |
| Navigation | N/A | N/A |
| Stereo | Cassette Player | Cassette Player |
| Safety | ||
| Front Airbags | Driver Std.
Passenger Std. |
Driver Std.
Passenger Std. |
| Side Airbags | Front N/A
Rear N/A |
Front N/A
Rear N/A |
| Side Curtain Airbags | N/A | N/A |
| ABS Brakes | Opt. | Opt. |
| Payload/Towing | ||
| Trunk/Cargo (cu ft) | 34.1 | 34.1 |
| Std/Max. Payload (lb) | 1747 / 1747 | 1607 / 1607 |
| Std/Max. Towing (lb) | 2000 / 5000 | 2000 / 5000 |
| Fuel Capacity | ||
| Tank Size (gal) | 20.0 | 20.0 |
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