1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.0 inline 6

Summary:

Do not buy one

Faults:

First little problem I had was replacing the tires and brakes. That was due to wear and tear.

The major malfunction with this Jeep is the electrical system. The computer on the dash tells us that several things are going wrong, when they have been checked, and they are fine.

The next problem is with the computer box that runs all the electricals through the vehicle. Jeep has replaced this 5 times now, and it is back in to possibly get another at this time. The vehicle quits running, and will not start back up. You wiggle the wires going to the module, and it will start back up. The computer tells the mechanic that it is having multiple misfires. That's it, nothing else.

Just to let you all know, I like the Jeep Grand Cherokee, but do not recommend the Laredo 4.0 Inline 6. I have a Limited Grand Cherokee with the 5.2 318 cub. V8, and it has been the best Jeep I have ever owned.

General Comments:

Love the looks, and all the things that this vehicle has, but not the headaches.

Very disappointed with the displacement and the running power of the motor. Not enough get up and go.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 2nd March, 2011

1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4.0L

Summary:

Good reliable truck

Faults:

In the 5 years I owned the Jeep, I replaced the brakes and rotors, tires, exhaust manifold, oil pressure sender, catalytic converter.

I did everything but the catalytic converter myself, since it was recalled and done under warranty.

General Comments:

This was a great vehicle that never let me down. Towed my trailers all across the southeast. I am probably going to regret selling it, but time has come for a more economical vehicle. My neighbor is getting a great deal on a reliable vehicle.

It does drive like a truck and use a lot of gas. Averaged about 16mpg.

Comfortable seats and a decent ride.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 22nd November, 2009

1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 5.2L V8

Summary:

5 star

Faults:

Wow, you all seem to have bad luck with this Jeep. I have had my Jeep since brand new, all I've done is keep up on the oil changes, brakes etc.

I have replaced some things like the dist cap, as it was corroded.

The rear gate gas shocks are shot.

I do have to replace the muffler, it has a nice size hole in it.

I did have to replace the computer chip, apparently my car was hit by lightning.

But 260000km-162000miles isn't bad, I'd like to see a Ford go that far for as cheap as my Jeep is.

General Comments:

All in all, it is a great car.

But it does like to drink the gas.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 12th November, 2009

10th Aug 2011, 08:11

I had a 98 Explorer since new, 389,000kms, nothing major replaced, just standard stuff (brakes, oil changes, ball joints, tie rods etc.)... original motor, tranny, transfer case... ran mint until a deer hit me...

Any vehicle will last 1 million kms if you take care of them!

1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 318

Summary:

Great car, no serous problems, will buy one again IF this one ever dies!

Faults:

Rear wiper motor replaced

Interior light switch replaced.

General Comments:

If you buy cars that were not taken care of, you WILL have problems.

I have had this Jeep now for about two years and I still LOVE it! It has about 225,000 miles on it and it still runs great.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 27th May, 2009

1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4.0 I6

Summary:

It couldn't have been any better

Faults:

Nothing really...

General Comments:

Since I have had my Jeep, I feel a lot bigger on the road. I now have room for my friends, and then I also have more room in the back.

It has a nice amount of power for the 4.0, but the V8 would have been nicer.

The options for 4 wheel drive are amazing, they all work like a charm.

The ride comfort I would say is a 10 because the handling is so nice, and the softness of the shocks add the extra bounce over bumps.

I would buy from Jeep again any day.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 21st September, 2008

25th Sep 2008, 14:58

While you might feel that the 4.0 is a bit underpowered for your Grand Cherokee, it really is an outstanding engine.

I currently own a '95 Wrangler with this engine. I've owned 2 other Wranglers equipped with the 4.0 as well (another '95 and an '03). My wife owned a '98 Cherokee equipped with the 4.0 liter in-line six as well.

They have all be superb!

My'95 currently has about 140,000 miles on it and it still runs like new. It doesn't burn or leak any oil and runs fantastic.

While the V8's available in the Grand Cherokee might've given you a bit more power - the 4.0 in-line 6 is a much more reliable engine.