1989 Jeep Cherokee Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$12,750 to $24,586

Original MSRP

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Although some complained that it was long overdue for a redesign, the 1989 Jeep Cherokee continued to be a strong seller in the compact SUV market. Part of the Jeep XJ line, the '89 Cherokee offered rugged reliability, a roomy cabin, and plenty of cargo space.

Some of the features that had made earlier SJ-Series Cherokees so popular with the off-road set remained in the XJ-Series Cherokee. High ground clearance and rugged four-wheel drive took the 1989 Cherokee over a variety of terrains with ease; its hefty metal construction enabled it to brave the elements and the wilderness.

Although it didn't have the power of the original Cherokees, the '89 Jeep Cherokee had some decent muscle under its hood. The SUV shipped off the line with a 2.5 liter AMC inline-4, clocked at 121 horsepower; as of this model year, buyers could upgrade to a new 4.0 liter AMC fuel-injected inline-6, which put out a healthy 173 horsepower.

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by Eric D
Jul 26, 2012
the way mine is set up it is just a toy i race mud bogs with it and do a little hola hoppin with it . the back seats are out of it so not for family . but it will haul a large cooler of beer Jul 26, 2012
by Anonymous
Apr 21, 2012
I dislike that i traded it in. My bad! Tough vehicle with lots of personality. Easy to fix, cheap parts, easy to find used parts. Lots of fun on the trails, not so much in the mud although was still fun. Apr 21, 2012
by Xochitl S
Dec 01, 2011
Its a Jeep what do u whant I say its wonderfull! May be its an old car but stills functioning as i wish it does. It really nice and fun to drive it specilly in bad roads. Also its the favourite of the family. Dec 01, 2011

1989 Jeep Cherokee Pricing

Original MSRP
$12,750 to $24,586
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Trims & specs

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Audio System

AM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Audio System

AM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Audio System

Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Audio System

Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

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