Jeep Cherokee (XJ) - description of the model. All owner reviews about Jeep Cherokee XJ restyling Changes by years

The famed Jeep and Subaru brands now rarely delight fans with original models, but the powerful crossovers Cherokee and Forester are just one of them - with charisma and temper. In both cases, you will have to pay a tidy sum for the pleasure of “driving a legend”, and our task is to understand which of the cars fulfills its price tag better.

"Horror, horror, horror," - with these words the world community greeted the new generation of Jeep Cherokee, built on a compact passenger Italian platform. A sweet thing: the car does not have full-fledged headlights, instead of them there are only two floors of foglights and turn signals - this is how the body is visually perceived from the face. The broad masses of the people did not appreciate the radical stuffing from the designers - such negative reviews about the appearance of the car have not been, perhaps, since the time of the Pontiac Aztek. Of course, the majority passed judgment on the photographs and, in my opinion, got excited. The car does not look so scary live, and it’s not the headlights that attract attention, but the branded radiator grille with seven vertical patented slots - the model is recognizable, it is perceived exactly like a Jeep even from afar, and the owners of other cars of this brand greeted me with a thumbs up, that is, definitely took for theirs. I’m not sure, however, that all “jeep drivers” are aware that this Cherokee is built on the same platform as the Alfa Romeo Giulietta - for brand adherents, the fact is much more deadly than the “scary face”, because it undermines the model’s off-road pedigree in the bud .

Indian for life. Jeep Cherokee

Chalags is what the Cherokee Indians call themselves in their peculiar syllabic language. So the car could well be called Jeep Tsalagi.

Chalags is what the Cherokee Indians call themselves in their peculiar syllabic language. So the car could well be called Jeep Tsalagi. But Cherokee, of course, is more familiar to us by ear. So much more familiar that in Russia they have already come up with several "originally Russian" interpretations for it: "Cherokese", "wide", "teal" ... We went to Seliger to ride a new generation of the legendary jeep.

The first Cherokee, which appeared back in 1984, turned out to be a successful car - charismatic, original and, importantly, with an automatically connected drive. The design of Jeep turned out to be so successful that it allowed the model to remain on the assembly line for 17 years! No wonder the first Cherokee sold 2,884,172 copies worldwide! Engines were changed and modified, the suspension and transmission were modernized, but the frame body and the characteristic angular appearance remained almost unchanged all this time. They got used to such a Jeep, they loved it that way. Therefore, when KJ, the second generation of the model, debuted in 2002, many did not like it: rounded shapes, uncharacteristic headlights ... Chrysler took into account the mistakes and decided to bring the look of the modern Cherokee closer to the progenitor as much as possible. And, I must say, they achieved their goal. There are more angles and broken lines again, and the headlights are habitually squared. The Cherokee has become itself, but at the same time, someone will surely recognize in it another car, namely the Dodge Nitro. Chrysler does not hide the fact that these cars have a common platform and they are produced at the same plant in Toledo, Ohio. But there are differences, of course. They are aimed at spreading fighters on different sides of the ring: Nitro - on asphalt, and Cherokee - on off-road. Therefore, the Jeep wheelbase was shortened by 69 mm and the overhangs were reduced. Instead of the primitive conditionally all-wheel drive transmission Nitro, the Cherokee is equipped with a branded Selec-Trac II with a transfer case and a lowering row. But still, instead of the center differential used on previous generations of the model, a multi-plate clutch now works with electronic control. Simplified? May be. But nevertheless in rear axle the BLD (Braking Lock Differential) system appeared, which is able to simulate the operation of a self-locking cross-axle differential.

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First generation

The Jeep Cherokee mid-size crossover is currently represented by the 2013 KL model, which is officially sold in Russia. This is the fifth generation of the famous American SUV, which made the name "jeep" a household name. The first generation was introduced in the USA in 1974 as a further development of the Wagoneer model, which was released in the 60s of the last century. "Cherokee" in its legend overtook even Land Rover.

The “ancestor” of the modern Cherokee was an all-wheel drive and full-size classic SUV with the SJ index. In addition to America, he was popular in Argentina and Australia. Outwardly, it did not differ from many cars of that time, but it was considered a reliable and passable vehicle.

The first versions of the Cherokee were equipped with two power units with a working volume of 4 and 5 liters. These two versions also differed in the transmission design: one had a manual gearbox and plug-in all-wheel drive, while the other had an “automatic” and permanent drive on all wheels. In total, about 200 thousand cars of the SJ version were produced.

There was also a special version of the performance called Chief. Compared with the basic configuration, it featured a wider track and larger wheel arches, as well as more expensive interior trim. Wide arches made it possible to install large wheels, which had a positive effect on the cross-country ability of the SUV.

Second generation

The second generation Cherokee with the XJ index was produced from 1984 to 2001. It determined a further trend towards a reduction in the size of the car. Although externally XJ differed little from its predecessor, it was smaller and more attractive in appearance. The front optics from round became rectangular, the shape of the hood changed. The XJ model was produced in both five-door and three-door body styles.

A feature of the car of the second generation can be called the presence of all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive modifications. XJ received a load-bearing body, which distinguished it from more traditional frame SUVs.

The luxury five-door version of this model was named Wagoneer. It outwardly differed in twin headlights, and in the cabin there was a trim made of precious wood. ruler power units expanded. There were two banzan engines with a working volume of 2 and 4 liters, as well as a two-liter turbodiesel with a capacity of 80 hp. But if gasoline engines were mated with both a manual transmission and an “automatic”, then only “mechanics” relied on a diesel engine.

On March 22, 1990, the second-generation Cherokee broke the record for the mass production of American SUVs. If the cars of the first option did not break the mark of 200 copies, then a new version easily passed the million mark. This event was marked by the release of the Cherokee XJ Limited modification.

In 1997, the XJ was restyled. As a result, the form has changed rear lights, bumpers and grille (she received large vertical stripes). In total, the second generation Cherokee had three versions: Mounty, Sport and Limited.

third generation

The Detroit Auto Show in 2001 was marked by the premiere of the third generation of the most massive American SUV. The new model received the KJ index and was sold in the USA under the name Liberty.

The Liberty differed from its predecessors in the presence of only two basic trim levels: Sport and Limited. However, he also did not have a traditional frame. Instead, a load-bearing body with stiffeners along the bottom was used. Also new model received an independent front suspension.

The set of motors that supplied the third-generation SUV was much wider. It was represented by four diesel and three petrol units, ranging from 143 to 210 hp. From 2005 to 2007, a restyled version of the Cherokee KJ was produced. Its creators wanted to strike a compromise between the car's off-road capabilities and passenger comfort. Therefore, the load-bearing body and all-wheel drive remained, but the car was produced only in a five-door version. Also a feature of the "Cherokee" of the third generation was steering rack type, not previously used on Jeep cars.

The restyled version of 2005 differed more comfortable seats. In addition, in the basic configuration there were airbags, air conditioning and full power accessories. Steering wheel got leather upholstery.

A special version of the Renegade was dedicated to off-road fans. This version received two additional headlights on the roof, enlarged wheel arches, a special body kit and protection of all important structural components.

Jeep Cherokee motors are not amenable to unambiguous assessment. The two-liter petrol is the most economical, but with it it takes almost 14 seconds to accelerate to 100 km / h. The 3.7-liter unit has much better dynamics, but average consumption fuel in the city often exceeds 20 liters per 100 km.

fourth generation

Jeep Cherokee KK became the representative of the fourth generation of the brand. This version was equipped with a four-cylinder turbodiesel and a 3.7-liter petrol “six”. It is believed that a gasoline engine is more reliable. But there is one feature: the gasoline pump and fuel filter are not disassembled, so that when the filter is clogged, the entire pump is replaced.

Fuel injectors are recognized as a vulnerable point of the Cherokee KK diesel engine. diesel engine built on a common rail system, so replacing these parts can be expensive for the owner. Therefore, experienced jeepers are advised to carefully choose gas stations and, if possible, put them in fuel system additional filter-separator. In general, Italian diesels in a jeep are not an easy economic decision. The article of our technical director presents the main arguments against diesels on these vehicles.

If the injector fails, the engine may cause uncontrolled ingress of unburned fuel into the cylinders. It is fraught with damage piston group and crankshaft. And since the engine is turbocharged, there is another problem.

Typically, the turbine gives slack at about 90,000 kilometers. Therefore, when purchasing an SUV for secondary market, it will not be superfluous to pay attention to the condition of the turbine. It does not hurt to install a turbo timer. Otherwise, an uncontrolled “oil burner” will destroy the entire engine.

On Russian market KK is mainly represented by the Limited trim with automatic transmission. More precisely, there were two “machine guns”, American and German. American boxes were put on SUVs with a gasoline engine. Diesels relied on the German NAG-1. They are both reliable when properly used. Every 40-45 thousand kilometers it is recommended to change the gear oil.

Of the problems of steering and suspension, it is worth noting the backlash of the steering rack and the failure of ball joints. Such troubles should be expected after 50,000 km of run. Also, bushings and stabilizer struts should be attributed to consumable spare parts. roll stability. There is a remark on the electrician: you need to pay Special attention condition of different connectors and cables, be careful when installing additional equipment.

Jeep Cherokee KL

The fifth generation with the KL index is very popular in Russia. The 2014 Cherokee chassis is brand new. Now the car is a fashionable front-wheel drive crossover with a transverse engine.

Changes were made not only in appearance, but also in the interior of the “Indian”. All important information now it is displayed not only on analog devices, but also on the wide color screen of the multimedia system.

The current model "Cherokee" is perfect for comfortable overcoming rough terrain. This is largely due to its geometric parameters. Despite the fact that the all-terrain vehicle was essentially turned into a “SUV”, its off-road capabilities are quite wide. Especially the luxury version of the Trailhawk.

The new car, in terms of workmanship and even handling, came closest to the older model, called the Grand Cherokee. It has a built-in navigator and even a special “off-road” cruise control, which only Japanese could boast before. Land cruiser. The off-road driving style of the KL clearly fits into the stable expression “slowly but surely”.

The machine was equipped with all existing means of active and passive safety. There are no less of them here than in luxury sedans. “Indian” is even able to recognize road markings! It is a pity that on our roads it is not everywhere.

But the real achievement of the new Cherokee was its economy. Despite the fact that the SUV is equipped with two far from weak power units, fuel consumption in the urban cycle rarely exceeds 15 liters per 100 km. Motors are offered as much as a dozen: from 140-horsepower diesel to 270-horsepower gasoline.

There are four main modifications: Sport, Longitude, Traihawk and Limited.

Advantages:

• acoustic comfort in the cabin
• comfortable climate control
• good driving dynamics
• there are no "crickets" in the cabin
• moderate suspension settings.

• possible delays when shifting gears
• small trunk
• for serious off-road, the car needs to be redone
• fuel consumption may seem high, although lower than its predecessors.

As for the most typical problems, then on the fifth generation Cherokee it is worth paying attention to the condition of the front ball joints, steering tips and front hubs.

Typical malfunctions of the Jeep Cherokee automatic transmission:

• overrunning clutch failure;
• delays in switching steps;
• friction clutch destruction;
• overheat.

To avoid these problems, you need to drive the car moderately, without sudden acceleration and braking. In extreme cases, the repair of the gearbox and other units of your SUV will be taken over by the specialists of the Vita-Motors service.

The Jeep Cherokee SUV debuted in 1974 as a more "sporty" version of the 1963 Wagoneer model, it differed from the original in trim levels and exterior design. Initially, the car was produced only with a three-door body, but in 1977 the car also had a five-door modification.

The Cherokee was equipped with V8 engines of 5.9 and 6.6 liters, as well as in-line six-cylinder engines with a volume of 4.2 liters. Versions with a four-speed manual transmission had a plug-in all-wheel drive, and cars with a three-speed "automatic" had permanent all-wheel drive and a locking center differential.

The production of the first generation cars continued until 1983. In addition to the United States, they were collected in Australia and Argentina.

2nd generation (XJ), 1984–2001

The second-generation Jeep Cherokee, which debuted in 1984, was one of the first models in the new "compact SUV" class to gain popularity in the US market. The car received a load-bearing body instead of a frame and a front spring suspension instead of springs. The SUV was offered with a three-door and five-door body, and a slightly modified version of the car was also sold under the name Jeep Wagoneer.

The Jeep Cherokee was equipped with 2.5 and V6 2.8 engines (105–130 hp), and the most powerful version was a four-liter inline “six” that developed 173–190 forces. Also, the SUV was equipped with a 2.1-liter Renault turbodiesel (85 hp), which in 1994 was replaced by an Italian diesel engine VM Motori with a volume of 2.5 liters and a power of 114 forces. The transmission could be manual or automatic. Initially, all Cherokees had four-wheel drive, but in 1985 a rear-wheel drive version went on sale.

In 1997, a small restyling of the model was carried out, slightly affecting the exterior and interior. The 2.5 and 4.0 petrol engines, as well as a 2.5-liter turbodiesel, remained in the range of power units.

The second generation Jeep Cherokee was exported, including to Europe, the assembly of cars was organized in Argentina and Venezuela. In the USA, the production of an SUV ended in 2001, and in China, this model is still produced in a modified form under the brand name. Back in 1984, the Beijing Jeep Corporation became the first Chinese joint venture with a foreign manufacturer, and the Cherokee was the first relatively massive foreign car in the local market.

3rd generation (KJ), 2001–2007

In 2001, there was a change in generations of the model. True, in the USA and Canada the car was renamed to, but outside of North America the name "Cherokee" was preserved. The car had a completely new design, the front suspension became independent, and springs appeared in the rear instead of springs. From model range the three-door variant disappeared.

The Jeep Cherokee was equipped with a 147-horsepower 2.4 petrol engine and 2.5 or 2.8-liter VM Motori turbodiesels (141-163 hp). Such cars had a Command-Trac all-wheel drive transmission with hard-wired front-wheel drive. But the “flagship” version of the V6 3.7 (211 hp) had a more “advanced” Selec-Trac system - permanent all-wheel drive with a center differential.

The third generation "Cherokee" was officially supplied to the Russian market. The main plant that produced cars was located in the United States, in the state of Ohio, SUVs were also assembled in Egypt and Venezuela.

4th generation (KK), 2007–2012

SUV fourth generation, which debuted in 2007, was created on a common platform with the . The American market continued to use the name . car received new transmission: Instead of a center differential, it had a multi-plate clutch that automatically engages the front wheels.

The Jeep Cherokee was equipped with a 2.8-liter VM Motori turbodiesel with a capacity of 177 hp. With. (after modernization - 200 hp) or a V6 3.7 gasoline engine that develops 205 forces. As an alternative to the six-speed mechanical box transmissions, an “automatic” was offered: a five-speed for the diesel version and a four-speed for the gasoline version.

Both modifications were officially offered on the Russian market. Prices for a diesel Cherokee started at 1.6 million rubles, for petrol - from 1.5 million rubles.

Jeep Cherokee production continued until 2012. The main enterprise was located in the US state of Ohio, but cars were also assembled in Egypt and Venezuela.

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A small expedition to Altai and Mongolia.

The Jeep Cherokee (ordinary civilian) was purchased, so to speak, “for the forest”, or rather, not even for some serious trophy raids, but as a car that is not a pity or fear to go into the forest, fishing, etc. Finally it came time to check the car in a small, one might say, expedition. Route: Ekaterinburg-Novosibirsk-Republic of Altai-Western Mongolia and back. In total, it turned out about 7000 km. Somewhere 6000 - asphalt and 1500 - dirt roads.

I must say right away that the car lived up to expectations, i.e. did not break down, carried a bunch of things, a boat, sometimes a lot of firewood, etc. She was absolutely unpretentious, and with her appearance showed that it was unreasonable to pester us about money or theft. A pleasant surprise: the gasoline consumption of a 4-liter engine turned out to be an average of 10 liters per hundred (92nd).

Strengths:

• Low fuel consumption
• Reliability
• Great ground clearance

Weak sides:

• Inconvenient switching of power windows
• Front seats not fully reclining
• Dipped beam does not turn off after turning off the ignition

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Hi all.

Finally sold his handsome and now I can fully share the experience of operating this car. I bought a car in the states, at the time of purchase I wanted a fast jeep. Considering options Porsche Caen Turbo C, X5 4.8, but advised to take this one. After a ride, I realized that mine. The car was bought as a car for every day, a jeep with a combination of agility of a sports car. After testing all the other jeeps, the impression was that they simply did not go. Good bargaining and excellent condition of the car, for a year some Americans skated 15 thousand miles on it, because drove from New York to Miami and Canada. In short, the car is just new and I took it.

First impressions are just great, besides appearance just a class, still very relevant. Full xenon, music — put himself in the states, 3 times better and 2 times cheaper than ours. I left 20 wheels for the winter, bought an additional 21 for the summer, also in the states, with two sets of tires, again because of the price difference. There was a body kit on the car, which I removed a year later. More precisely, he simply broke his front lip in the Crimea. And then it’s still a jeep, and with a body kit I had to limit myself, with 21 rollers it turned out very low. I put additional protection for the engine, because. the base plastic was not trustworthy. I set up navigation with difficulty and reflashed music and radio, radio settings. wanted to rearrange dashboard from miles to kilometers, but there are no European ones, but he simply did not want to make or order to order.

Strengths:

Weak sides:

Review of Jeep Cherokee (Jeep Cherokee) 1987

Strengths: Great SUV. Will go everywhere, very reliable, excellent traction. Despite his age, he is handsome.

Weak sides: The only downside is comfort. The car is quite hard, the cruising speed is low and it’s hard to drive it for 1.5-2 thousand km or more.

Review of Jeep Cherokee (Jeep Cherokee) 1995

18.10.2006

Bought a 1995 Jeep Cherokee 2.5TDI six months ago. They bought this about the birth of a daughter - to catch a stroller, etc. In general, we were lucky with the car - the two previous mistresses (Germany) looked after him well, although they hit 230 thousand. The car is all electric. When I drove to the service to check the chassis, they found wear on the ball joints, one of the crosses and a leaking rear crankshaft oil seal. The mentioned shortcomings, according to service workers, allow 10 thousand more to run back. Surprise was caused by the fact that all zaptsatski were, apparently, relatives.

Of the unpleasant things - the box is manual, the women used the car, and the clutch leads slightly - the first and second speeds turn on a bit tight. At first it was difficult to get used to the hydraulic booster - in corners it sometimes even left. This, in my opinion, is also caused by design features - after all, a frame / spring. Our roads are miserable, but the big wheels take small potholes well, however, on the pits, rocking and knocking somewhere behind were more annoying (the service did not reveal any problems in that steppe). Then I looked closely at the speedometer - and it’s inappropriate to drive through these same pits at 40 km / h!

Strengths:

• Ease of management
• High-torque
• Nothing compares to the look
• "Unbreakable" interior details
• Unfading skin :D
• A simple construction, and yet not the same with respect to the class high price service

Weak sides:

• At first, I had to get used to the powerful hydraulic booster - in some places, especially on the ground, the rear wheels fell off the machine. And at first it was fun to park - it's completely incomprehensible how the wheels are. I would like to more space on rear seats. In principle, there is more or less enough of it, but you always want more.
• An old car — little by little everything is crumbling. The strange switch of dimensions-head light-interior lighting — is on, I had to redo it. Non-zinc-coated body - if pressed somewhere, it blooms. On 15 discs there are some difficulties with rubber - it is getting smaller.

Jeep Cherokee XJ is one of the most famous cars Crysler Group, the first ever SUV with an integrated frame, which became the prototype of modern crossovers.

The Cherokee XJ was developed by American Motors, which owned the Jeep brand until 1987. In 1987, American Motors, which took up the production of a compact SUV. Sales of the XJ were so successful, and the Jeep itself had such an attractive appearance and such a successful design that even after it was discontinued in the United States, licensed assembly continued in other countries, and in China the SUV continues to be produced to this day. .

History of the Jeep Cherokee XJ

The development of a compact SUV began a group of engineers from American Motors and Renault. As a result of their work, a prototype was created, the constructive basis of which was the Cherokee SJ SUV produced at that time by AMC. Thanks to the involvement of Renault representatives in early sketches of the XJ's interior, there are features that are more European cars than American ones. Subsequently, a variant was adopted, the authors of which were the developers from AMC, who worked under the direction of Richard Teague, the company's vice president of design.

Focusing on competitive models, including GM's Blazer S-10, AMC management decided to release a jeep in two versions - three- and five-door.

Engineers from both parts of the group - American and European - took part in the development of the suspension, transmission and overall layout. For example, François Castaing from Renault developed the concept of using the XJ, which, according to the creators, was supposed to be light and compact, with a relatively small engine, which was extremely atypical for SUVs of that time. This concept was realized, and the extremely successful, iconic AMC 150 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine was developed specifically for the Cherokee XJ.

The version that went on sale in Europe was called the Jeep Wagoneer. For the first time, sales of an SUV equipped with a 4-liter six-cylinder in-line engine began on the European market in 1992.

The model was produced unchanged until 1997, after which restyling was carried out, which affected both the technical aspects and the appearance of the car. For example, early releases were made of fiberglass, and after restyling it was replaced with metal; new plastic moldings appeared on the doors and arches, the front panel changed along with the radiator grille and a number of external elements.

Technical features of the Jeep Cherokee XJ

Both versions - three-door and five-door were built on the same base and do not differ from each other in size. At the same time, in the three-door version, the doors are noticeably longer to facilitate the landing of rear passengers, and the front seats are equipped with a system that allows them to be folded and simultaneously pushed forward, freeing the passage. Rear windows the bodies were equipped with power windows, so in some versions sliding windows were installed behind them to provide an opportunity to ventilate the rear of the cabin.

Since 1985, the Cherokee has been produced with both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. At the same time, the front suspension of both versions was unified.

In addition to the AMC 150, the Cherokee XJ produced for the US and European markets was equipped with a number of gasoline engines and one diesel unit. Gasoline engines, were mostly in-line, such as the famous AMC 242, but there are also instances with a V6 GM 60 LR2 engine. diesel engine was put on the series produced for Europe. It was an Italian four-liter unit VM Motori 425 OHV.

The transmission of the car deserves a special description, which is very diverse, which only connoisseurs of the model can understand. At various times, Cherokee XJ installed manual gearboxes 7 types and three different automatic boxes gears.

However, the diversity is not limited to this. Buyers were given a choice different kinds all-wheel drive- permanent and plug-in, which led to the emergence of a number of different transfer boxes, with different capabilities: NP207 Command-Trac with hard and low range gear ratio, NP231 Command-Trac, also hardwired front wheel drive part-time, NP242 Selec-Trac with /part-time switching, and their modifications.

Jeep Cherokee XJ

In the nineties, the Jeep Cherokee XJ became one of the symbols of prosperity and prosperity of the "new Russians", who did not gravitate towards excessive pomposity. For excellent driving performance, capacity, cross-country ability and a high seating position that allowed the driver to feel confident surrounded by other cars, the XJ earned the respectful nickname "Jeep Wide". It favorably differed in price from the prohibitively expensive Grand Cherokee at that time and was reputed to be more affordable. However, having reached the limit of falling in value, the price of the XJ was fixed at a fairly high level. Now an SUV, regardless of the year of production, provided good condition costs on average in the secondary market almost like a new Korean-made foreign car.

For the first time in the history of the American automotive industry, the Cherokee XJ was developed using computer capabilities, including computer-aided design (CAD) programs. The storage system for the new model, developed by AMC, proved to be so convenient that after buying American Motors, Chrysler adopted it.

According to the Kiplinger publishing house, it is included in the list of "20 best cars of all time” and “arguably represents the SUV paradigm that has inspired designers over the past two decades to create a new all-wheel drive model.”

In the early 1990s, the Cherokee JZ was planned to be completely phased out and replaced with a new SUV in the ZJ body that was in development, which went on sale in 1993 under the name Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, the popularity of the Cherokee XJ among buyers from various social groups (that is, among housewives, fans of off-road competitions, police officers, youth, etc.) was so great that it was decided to extend the release of the model for an indefinite period, and in the USA XJ was assembled for another 8 years , until 2001.

For the first time, right-hand drive jeeps, which later became serial and went on sale in the markets of countries with left-hand traffic, began to be assembled for the US Postal Service, since it is more convenient for postmen to throw newspapers on the porch of private houses (the traditional method of delivering mail in small towns) from the right window located closer to the sidewalk or curb.