Jeep Cherokee 1981

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$5,610

The 1981 Jeep Cherokee range of configurations is currently priced from $5,610.

The 1981 Jeep Cherokee carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2270 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

SUV

3 Speed Automatic

Leaded Petrol

Jeep Cherokee Model	Body Type	Specs	Price from	Price to
(4X4)	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 5.9L Leaded 3 SP AUTO	Price From: $5,610	Price To: $7,920

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(4X4)

Body Type: SUV

Specs: 5.9L Leaded 3 SP AUTO

Price From: $5,610

Price To: $7,920

Jeep Cherokee 1981 FAQs

What 4WD could replace my Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk?

You’re right that most mid-sized vehicles are SUVs which means they won’t go properly off-road. Your requirement for wading abilities and a sunroof are a little mutually exclusive, while your size restriction rules out pretty much any dual-cab ute with four-wheel-drive.

About the smallest proper off-road four-wheel-drive would be the Suzuki Jimny, but whether it can be specified up to your luxury standards is another matter altogether. The driving experience may not match your refinement requirements, either.

The problem is that the market for true off-road vehicles has switched to either full-sized wagons, dual-cabs, or SUVs with the looks, but not the drivelines, suspension or gearing to be proper off-roaders. Models that were formerly great off-roaders like the original Nissan Pathfinder and Suzuki Vitara now exist only as watered-down SUVs with no off-road capacity whatsoever.

That said, two vehicles to look at would be the Land Rover Defender 90 which amounts to the short-wheelbase version of the Defender. Although it’s now a luxurious SUV, it still has the off-road smarts to be a weekend warrior. The other prospect would be the GWM Tank 300. Available in hybrid and non-hybrid forms, the Tank 300 is relatively compact and is extremely good off-road. It’s also pretty good value.

Would a Jeep Cherokee, Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Land Rover Discovery be a good first four-wheel-drive?

That’s quite a broad range of abilities you’ve listed there. Both the Jeep and the Land Rover are pretty serious off-roaders while, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is an SUV that really has no pretenses to working on a bush track.

None of this trio would be cheap to service, and modern turbo-diesel engines really do need their maintenance to remain reliable. In terms of industry reputation, the Jeep has a background of electrical and build-quality problems, while the Land Rover and Alfa Romeo also have their share of quality glitches. Many owners put up with this stuff, but if you’re going to head seriously outback, there are probably better choices.

The other part of the equation is what happens when you wish to sell the vehicle in a few years. Frankly, all three of these cars will be a reasonable bet to suffer plenty of depreciation although, to be fair, a 2021 version of each will already have done some of that.

How much is my broken car worth?

It’s not worth much at all, less than $1000.

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Jeep Cherokee 1981 Towing Capacity

The 1981 Jeep Cherokee has maximum towing capacity of 2270kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Jeep Cherokee Model	Body Type	Specs	Braked Capacity
(4X4)	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 5.9L Leaded 3 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 2270kg

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Jeep Cherokee 1981 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 1981 Jeep Cherokee are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1920mm x 1700mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Jeep Cherokee Model	Body Type	Height x Width x Length	Ground Clearance
(4X4)	Body Type: SUV	Height x Width x Length: 1700x1920x4660 mm	Ground Clearance: 185 mm

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Jeep Cherokee 1981 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 1981 Jeep Cherokee is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen.

Jeep Cherokee Model	Body Type	Specs	Fuel Consumption
(4X4)	Body Type: SUV	Specs: 5.9L Leaded 3 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: —

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Jeep Cherokee 1981 Wheel Size

Wheel size for the 1981 Jeep Cherokee will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models. The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.

Jeep Cherokee Model	Body Type	Front Tyre Size	Front Rim	Rear Rim
(4X4)	Body Type: SUV	Front Tyre Size: P235x75 R15	Front Rim: —	Rear Rim: —

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