1988 Jeep Cherokee Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$11,600 to $23,567

Original MSRP

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Thanks to its rugged construction, tough Quadra-Link Suspension, and reputation for reliability, the 1988 Jeep Cherokee continued to hang onto its niche in the ever-growing compact SUV market. A tough, reliable vehicle for passenger and business use, the '88 Cherokee was a strong seller in the US, as well as increasingly popular in the international market.

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 1988 Cherokee over a variety of terrains with ease; its hefty metal construction enabled it to brave the elements and the wilderness.

The previous year's introduction of a new fuel-injected inline-6 proved to be a boon to the Cherokee's popularity. The '88 Jeep Cherokee 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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User reviews for 1988 Jeep Cherokee

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by Gary W
Feb 19, 2023
Car is not viable for on road use. Welded rear gears ( Lincoln lock).Feb 19, 2023
by Anonymous
Mar 22, 2015
If you are looking to get a jeep the xj is definitely the best choice, can fit a truck in the back and tow a semi with it. Went from a ram 1500 to a powerstroke to a jeep Cherokee. No regrets what so ever.Mar 22, 2015
by Al A
Mar 29, 2013
Read the other comments, nothing to add. I bought this from Don A Vee Jeep in Bellflower CA in 1989 NEW for $17k. Somewhere along the line Jeep prices went way north. The candidates for the "new" used car: AWD: CX-9, Dodge Durango, Ford Flex, Chevy Traverse.Mar 29, 2013

1988 Jeep Cherokee Pricing

Original MSRP
$11,600 to $23,567
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Trims & specs

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Audio System

AM radio

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Audio System

AM/FM radio

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Steering wheel: tilt-only

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Audio System

Antenna Type: power · AM/FM radio

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

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

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

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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