2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ Limited - Detailed Tour, Review, Test Drive and Walkaround

Thanks for ‪@TheTechnicalWizard‬ for making his Jeep available for this video!
Today at #LCR, we’ll review a square. I mean a box. I mean, it’s red. And it’s 4-wheel drive. I’m talking of course about the #Jeep Rectangle. I mean #Cherokee. Let’s be real, is there anything more square and cool looking than the iconic Cherokee XJ? The one we’re reviewing is a 2001 Limited with only 94,000 miles.
Starting production all the way back in 1984, 17 years later the 2001 model year was the last year that these square off-road icons rolled off Jeep’s assembly lines.
So, what does the Limited trim add to what was intended to be a spartan SUV meant to be driven in the mud? On the outside, its iconic 7-slot grille is body-colored, just like the other trim on the Jeep. The body-colored bumpers, skid bars and even the mud flaps, give this Limited a sporty look. The limited furthermore came with fog lamps and 16” alloy wheels.
Door handles have a sporty black finish, matching the black roof rack. That rack expands the already large amount of utility of the Jeep. The rails can be moved and adjusted by simply pushing the button and sliding the attachment back or forth.
On the inside, this Cherokee has camel cloth seats, which look much nicer than the standard grey most of them came with, plus for the limited they were equipped with adjustable headrests. As you’d expect, the back seats fold down to create a 69 cubic feet cargo space.
One thing we didn’t like, is the full-size spare tire taking up a lot of cargo space. Why not hang it on the rear liftgate like Jeep’s always done on the Wrangler?
That Infinity amp that you saw underneath the rear bench was another option that came with the Limited trim. It drives 6 speakers, playing AM/FM radio, cassette or CD through the Infinity head unit. Time to play some smooth jazz while climbing that Moab trail. And the Limited gives you a full gauge cluster to see what’s going on under the hood. Options we liked in particular are the adjustable seats and steering wheel, although the Cherokee provides surprisingly little legroom for what is still a quite sizable SUV. The same goes for the back, where you may be able to fit a refrigerator, but not a presenter for LCR.
Talking about refrigerators, this thing has nice ice-cold A/C. Too bad the climate control is not automatic, but I guess you’ll need to keep doing some manual labor in a Jeep.
Further luxuries include keyless entry via a remote key fob, sun visors with vanity mirrors and leather-wrapped steering wheel. The center console features a storage space underneath the armrest, two decent size cupholders with this small removable storage box, and an ash tray. Power options include power adjustable mirrors and power windows.
That’s nice and all, but the most important question for every Jeep is: what are its off-road capabilities? This 2001 Jeep Cherokee is powered by the PowerTech 4 liter inline-6 engine, which was still developed by AMC before Chrysler bought them.
That engine makes 193 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque and is paired to a 4-speed automatic transmission, with an average fuel economy of 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway. The Jeep weighs 3,194 lbs.
Four-wheel-drive on the Cherokee was optional, and this one is equipped with the Select-Trac system, which adds a full-time 4WD mode in addition to the Command-Trac’s part-time 4WD mode. The 4WD system makes the Cherokee an incredibly capable off-roader. Standard ground-clearance is 8.1 inches, which is about 3 inches more than your average sedan. It also has a solid front axle and front coil springs, which are must-haves for avid off-roaders. This particular Jeep also is equipped with the Up-Country suspension group, which adds tow hooks, skid plates, a Trac-Lok rear differential, full size matching spare and an auxiliary transmission oil cooler. And also handy: the rear liftgate has a wiper to wipe the mud off the rear window.
The 4WD system is quite heavy to shift, but then again, Jeeps are only driven by super strong people. Other than that, this Cherokee drives very smoothly on the road. Steering and throttle are responsive and if you’re tired of the smooth ride, it can take you practically everywhere with the 4WD system.
And look at the construction of this thing! It has steel bumpers! Even the sides are protected by these steel skid rails against unforeseen objects. But it’s better to just not crash into things in the first place.
Overall, this classic Jeep Cherokee has a smooth enough ride to be a comfortable road cruiser, but didn’t become a pavement princess like its modern incarnation. It’s a fun mix between off-road utility and comfortable daily driving. And that’s reflected in the fact that they’ve been steadily going up in value in recent years.

[@speedyspeedboi762]

MY TOES THEY HUNGER HUNGER FOR ASSSSSS

[@nasirlindsay6240]

WHAT 😃

[@TheTechnicalWizard]

This was a fun video to help out with! Thanks for having me and reviewing my Cherokee!

[@LCR]

Thanks for letting me review your awesome Jeep! Great times!

[@juliomoraes8165]

bought my Cherokee XJ 2000 by chance, just because the price was very good. Then I realized it had only driven 88,000 miles and it was a splendid car, in excellent condition. It was inevitable to get passionated. I don't think I'll ever sell it.

[@LCR]

That's awesome! It's rare to find one with that low mileage.

[@2needey1]

Don’t ever sell!! They are like having a ATV that’s street legal, and you can bring friends on adventures!

[@janoswildman]

I have a 2001 limited. 213k miles. Mine has power seats. They go back farther. I don't have that transmition. Mine has 4H and 4L only. The only problem I'm having is an oil leak. Replaced leaves and suspension. New vacuum hoses. Runs great

[@2needey1]

I have the same year/color. I get compliments every where I go. Owned 3 so far. It’s a street legal ATV. If people don’t get it, I take them from Denver and go up the dirt roads of the foothills to Nederland or Estes Park and maybe across a 2 foot deep river on the way. Then they get it!!

[@tomsmith2361]

Fantastic video! Tech Wiz has an extremely well cared for XJ.

[@AmazingWorlds314]

Pretty cool car. Reminds me of the old movies from the 90s when these cars were often seen. I didn't know the bumpers and the side railings are from steel. But the 'sporty black finish on the door handles' is the coolest as it matches the color of the roof rack and other black parts on the car. '... Jeeps are only driven by super strong people' 😀.

[@paulkardous7581]

Really nice cherokee!

[@musimero]

it’s in amazing condition!!!

[@carlosvivas_official]

Amazing video! When will you do a video on the 2016 Kia Rio? Very luxurious car here in Brazil 🇧🇷

[@MartinLuxen]

Het is gewoon een oude versie van mijn Patriot! Fantastische bak.

[@its_naksh_666]

Hey, I just watched your video and I must say that it was really informative and well-made. I was wondering If I could help you edit your videos and also make highly engaging shorts out of them.

[@nathanlich9812]

You guys are hilarious 😂 love it, favorite vehicle btw

[@yolandakuiee2924]

Straight six only!

[@markmacdonald6452]

For some reason that Limited didn't come with the leather interior and power front seats that most came with.

[@marcoantoniocasoascanio6905]

Nice xj it's a true 4x4.

[@lelijkeeenden]

Anything more square? Lada? Citroën Mehari? Just kidding. Nice review and good to see you're doing well! Being Dutch I have never heard another Dutchman speaking English with such an American accent.

[@LCR]

Haha you're right, it'll be a challenge to find either of those over here though 😂 Thanks a lot! How've you been? Great to see you're still a fan!

[@lelijkeeenden]

@@LCR All good here. I understand that there are not a lot of Lada's in the US. The lack of Citroëns is of course a prime example of a shortcoming in US culture....

[@LCR]

Haha true... but they did have the SM! Interesting fact is that people are now importing classic Citroen cars like the CX into the USA. As they're over 25 years old, they don't have to comply to most regulations over here. There are some very clean examples that sold for a lot of money. Canada does have Ladas by the way. Maybe I should travel there sometimes to review a Niva.

[@yolandakuiee2924]

Nice!

[@petek6522]

Very nice example

[@musimero]

el señor de traje es mi amigo lol 😊

[@highwayxj9397]

Does anyone know what kind of running boards those are ?

[@LCR]

The owner thinks they're dealer add-ons.

[@highwayxj9397]

@@LCR they aren’t . They are the stock mudflaps, and they are some kind of rock slider, however they are painted body matching. Mud flaps were an add on but rock sliders were not. And the body matching paint was not a dealer option

[@LCR]

I believe you. In that case, I wouldn't be able to tell you.

[@S3nSimilia]

Keep making videos! Its been too long!!!!

[@boernatore974]

I have a weird kink for dutch car review channels.

[@carlosvivas_official]

Dude same lmao

[@fernandoban5050]

how tall are tou man!

[@LCR]

6'8"

[@fernandoban5050]

@@LCR im 6’4, i should be fine right?

[@LCR]

You should be able to drive it but you won't have a lot of legroom. For me the main issue was that the seat rails don't go back very far.

[@kristopherk1275]

Excellent video!! You should use a service such as Promo'SM.

[@ChristsWay]

Jeeps are only driven by really strong people😂😂😂

[@LCR]

That's right!