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Jeep Cherokee Sport (1998) price & specs
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Overview
The 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Jeep Cherokee is regarded as a small SUV built in USA with prices starting at $41,990 before on-road costs.
This Jeep Cherokee is powered by a 4L 6-cylinder engine that has 131 kW of power (at 4400 rpm) and 301 Nm of torque (at 3000 rpm) via a Four-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 76L fuel tank
The Jeep Cherokee measures 1622mm (63.9 inches) in height, 4255mm (167.5 inches) in length, 1725mm (67.9 inches) in width with a 2576mm (101.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1596kg (3518.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The Cherokee Sport comes standard with 225/75 R15 front tyres and 225/75 R15 rear tyres. It has a 24 month, 50,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
52.24 - 82.08 kW/t
52.24 kW/t
82.08 kW/t
Boot Space
964 litres
173 litres
964 litres
Price
$39,990 - $42,990
$24,563
$42,990
Warranty (Years)
2 - 3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
50,000 - 60,000 km
50,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
6 years
1 year
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,170 - 2,230 kg
1,635 kg
2,230 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,400 - 2,265 kg
1,200 kg
2,265 kg
Approach Angle
38°
21.3°
38°
Departure Angle
32°
18.6°
42°
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Dimensions
4,255 mm
1,725 mm
1,622 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,255 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,725 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,622 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,576 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,900 mm |
| Load Capacity | 574 mm |
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Explore Jeep Cherokee Features & Specs
Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Bore Engine: 98.5
Engine (cc): 3959
Compression Ratio: 8.8
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 4
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 86.7
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Valve
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Electronic
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 20.1
Main Capacity (L): 76
Main Type: Total
Clock
Type: Digital
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Instrument Cluster
Type: Partial Digital
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Gauge
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Combined (L/100km): 10
AS 2877 Combined (mpg): 24
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 10
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 24
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 15.1
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 16
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 15.1
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 10
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 178
Maximum Power (kW): 131
Maximum Torque (Nm): 301
Measurement Standard: SAE
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selectable While Driving: yes
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Transmission
1st Gear Ratio: 2.8
2nd Gear Ratio: 1.53
3rd Gear Ratio: 1
4th Gear Ratio: 0.75
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Low High Ratio: 2.72
Number of Speeds: 4
Reverse Gear Ratio: 2.39
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Beam
Front Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Side Molding
Colour of Body Side Moulding: Black/Grey
Size of Body Side Molding: Medium
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Mud Flaps
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Ashtray
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Number of Door Switches: 4
Illuminated Entry System
Interior: yes
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 71
Rear Seat Down (L): 2010
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 34
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 964
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Front Track (in): 58
Front Track (mm): 1473
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Overall Height (in): 63.9
Overall Height (mm): 1622
Overall Length (in): 167.5
Overall Length (mm): 4255
Overall Width (in): 67.9
Overall Width (mm): 1725
Rear Track (in): 58
Rear Track (mm): 1473
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11700
Wheelbase (in): 101.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2576
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.3
Front Headroom (mm): 973
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 979
Front Hip Room (in): 55.3
Front Hip Room (mm): 1404
Rear Hip Room (in): 44.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1130
Front Leg Room (in): 41.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 1052
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.9
Rear Leg Room (mm): 886
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1402
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1404
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Single
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Roof Rails
Cross Bars: Removable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2265
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4993
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2170
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4784
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1596
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3519
Antenna
Type: Electric
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Cassette Automatic Reverse: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Door Panel Trim
Carpet On Lower Door Panel: yes
Material: Plastic
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Static
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: lap
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Integral Box: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Vinyl
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Audio Media Storage Unit
Cassettes Type: Cassettes
CDs Type: Discs
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Lidded
Floor Type: Full
Overhead Location: Overhead
Overhead Storage: Lidded
Overhead Type: Partial
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Ventilation System
Number of Fan Speeds: 4
Recirculation Setting: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Internal Switch: yes
Operation: Remote
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