2001JeepCherokeeJeep Cherokee2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4WDSport UtilityWagon4WDToledo, OHWith the redesigned Jeep Cherokee's debut pushed back until the summer of 2001 as a 2002 model, the current model will remain in place for the 2001 model year with minor changes. The 4.0-liter PowerTech, inline-six engine, which now meets LEV requirements in all 50 states, is standard equipment in all 2001 Cherokees. The 2.5-liter inline four, along with the SE trim, is dropped. The previous Limited trim is also dropped, with the former Classic trim now labeled Limited. All 2001 Cherokees offer child seat-tether anchors as standard equipment, and Steel Blue replaces Desert Sand for exterior color choices.Powerful engine, affordable, extremely capable off-road.Boxy styling, small rear seat, difficult entry/exit.Unlike its posh and bigger Grand Cherokee sibling, which keeps adding comfort features and graceful touches, the ever-practical Cherokee simply keeps trudging forward, looking little different now from when it was first introduced in 1984. But that's all going to change with the 2002 model, which sees the first serious redesign of this venerable Jeep SUV. This redesign was supposed to happen for the 2001 model year, but supplier problems forced Chrysler to delay the new Cherokee until summer 2001 as a 2002 model. The next Cherokee, to be renamed the "Liberty," will break completely from the current model's boxy, but functional, styling. Watch for the hip-to-be-square Cherokee to continue on in its present form while the Liberty appears as a smaller, cheaper Grand Cherokee alternative. Chevrolet BlazerFord ExplorerGMC JimmyIsuzu Rodeo336,000336,000336,0005100,000NANANA64 litersInline190 hp @ 4600 rpm225 ft-lbs. @ 3000 rpm69 cu.ft.1150 lbs.5000 lbs.167.5 in.69.4 in.66.8 in.3360 lbs.101.4 in.35.7 ft.NA37.8 in.38 in.NANANANA41.4 in.35 in.5OptionalStandardNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableRating = AverageRating = AverageAverageVery GoodNot TestedNot Tested20 gal.15 mpg / 20 mpg300 mi. / 400 mi.Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not.$21,343$23,2757.35%$585N/A3% of the Total MSRPSPORT 2WD 2-Door (5M): 4L I6 OHV SMPI 12-valve engine; 5-speed OD manual transmission; 500 amp battery; 124 amp alternator; rear-wheel drive, 3.07 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; front non-independent suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, gas-pressurized front shocks, rigid rear axle leaf spring suspension with anti-roll bar, gas-pressurized rear shocks; recirculating-ball power steering; front disc/rear drum brakes; 20 gal. capacity fuel tank; side impact bars; liftback rear cargo door; front and rear body-colored bumpers with black rub strip, rear step bumper; black bodyside molding body-colored fender flares; clearcoat monotone paint with badging; sealed beam halogen headlamps; driver's and passenger's manual black folding outside mirrors; manual front windows; 15" x 7" silver styled steel wheels; P225/75SR15 OWL A/T tires; compact steel spare wheel; rear heat ducts; AM/FM stereo radio, clock, seek-scan feature, cassette player, 4 speakers, fixed antenna; 2 poweraccessory outlets; instrumentation display includes tachometer, oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, volt gauge, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, water temp, battery, lights on, key in ignition, low fuel, low washer fluid, trunk ajar; driver's and passenger's front airbags; tinted windows; variable-speed intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip, rear window defroster; seating capacity of 5, front bucket seats with fixed headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's and front passenger's seats include 4-way adjustment; removable full folding rear bench seat; height-adjustable front seatbelts; premium cloth seats, vinyl door trim insert, full cloth headliner, full color-keyed carpet floor covering, deluxe sound insulation; interior lights include dome light; day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, locking glove box with light, front cupholder; carpeted cargo floor, cargo tie downs, cargo light; body-colored grille, black side windowmoldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and black door handles.
SPORT 2WD 4-Door (5M) (in addition to or instead of SPORT 2WD 2-Door (5M) equipment): child-safety rear door locks; manual front and rear windows and fixed 1/4 vent windows.
LIMITED 2WD (4A) (in addition to or instead of SPORT 2WD 4-Door (5M) equipment): 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter; 3.55 axle ratio; roof rack, front and rear body-colored bumpers with body-colored rub strip, body-colored bodyside molding, driver's and passenger's power remote black folding outside mirrors; cloth seats; 16" x 7" silver alloy wheels; P225/70SR16 BSW A/S tires; fixed-interval rear wiper; adjustable headrests; carpeted floor mats, leather-wrapped steering wheel.
SPORT 4WD (5M) (in addition to or instead of SPORT 2WD (5M) equipment): Part-time 4 wheel drive, automatic locking hub control and manual shift.
LIMITED 4WD (4A) (in addition to or instead of LIMITED 2WD (4A) equipment): Part-time 4 wheel drive, automatic locking hub control and manual shift.