1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$25,945 - $38,275
Original MSRP:
$23,507 - $34,392
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating |
Frontal crash ratings: Driver:  Passenger: Side crash ratings: Driver: Rear Passenger: Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags. |
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review
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Warranty Information
| Basic: | 3 Years/36,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 00V034 |
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| Number of Units Affected | 204,000 |
| Summary | The seat belt shoulder height adjustable turning loop (ATL) top mounting bolt was inadequately manufactured. The affected mounting bolts may not withstand sufficient force to function properly in certain impact situations, increasing the risk of injury to a belted occupant. |
| Remedy | Dealers will replace the upper ATL bolt. Owner notification began March 13, 2000. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chrysler at 1-800-992-1997. |
| Dates of Manufacture | August 1999 |
| Manufacturer Recall Number | 866 |
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Models & Prices
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Laredo | $25,945 | $23,507 | $383 / Month* | |
| 4dr Laredo 4WD | $27,915 | $25,275 | $412 / Month* | |
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1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Limited | $31,460 | $28,360 | $462 / Month* | |
| 4dr Limited 4WD | $33,890 | $30,533 | $498 / Month* | |
| 4dr Limited 4WD 5.9 | $38,275 | $34,392 | $561 / Month* | |
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1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Features and Standard Equipment
EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| City 13/hwy 17 (5.9L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | |
| City 14/hwy 18 (5.2L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | • |
| City 15/hwy 21 (4.0L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | • |
| City 16/hwy 21 (4.0L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | • |
EXTERIOR Features
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic halogen headlamps | • | |
| Black roof rack w/adjustable bows | • | • |
| Body-color grille | • | |
| Body-color grille w/wire mesh | • | |
| Body-color lower body-side cladding | • | |
| Body-side accent stripes | • | • |
| Bright grille | • | |
| Chrome badging | • | |
| Deep tinted sunscreen glass | • | |
| Deluxe sound insulation group | • | • |
| Dual heated pwr body-color rearview mirrors w/driver-side electrochromic | • | |
| Dual pwr foldaway rearview mirrors w/illuminated controls | • | |
| Flip-up liftgate glass | • | • |
| Fog lamps | • | |
| Gold "Limited" dimensional graphics | • | |
| Grey lower body-side cladding | • | |
| Halogen headlamps | • | |
| Hood louvers | • | |
| Light tinted glass (all windows) | • | |
| Pwr sunroof | • | |
| Rear window wiper/washer | • | • |
| Rocker panel cladding | • | |
| Variable intermittent windshield wipers/washers | • | • |
INTERIOR Features
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| 5.9 Limited "Wanderer II" leather front bucket seats w/10-way adjustable w/pwr lumbar/recline | • | |
| Air conditioning w/automatic temperature control | • | |
| Automatic day/night rearview mirror | • | |
| Cargo area net | • | • |
| Cargo area tie down loops | • | • |
| Chrome transmission/emergency brake levers | • | |
| Chrysler/Infinity spatial imaging cassette/compact disc sound system-inc: 180-watt amplifier, 3-band graphic equalizer, (10) Infinity speakers | • | |
| Cigar lighter | • | • |
| Cloth/vinyl reclining low-back front bucket seats | • | |
| Door courtesy lamps | • | |
| Dual illuminated cloth-covered visor vanity mirrors | • | • |
| Electronic AM/FM stereo radio w/cassette-inc: (4) speakers | • | |
| Floor & cargo compartment carpeting | • | • |
| Front/rear floor mats | • | • |
| Full overhead console | • | |
| Full-length floor console | • | • |
| Heated front seats w/dual temp settings | • | |
| Homelink universal garage door opener integral w/sunvisor | • | |
| Illuminated entry | • | • |
| Leather-trimmed shifter/transfer case/emergency brake handles, console cover | • | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | • | • |
| Lights-inc: ashtray, cargo area, underhood, courtesy, map/dome reading | • | • |
| Lockable glove box w/light | • | • |
| Luxury leather front bucket seats w/10-way adjustable w/pwr lumbar/recline | • | |
| Manual air conditioning | • | |
| Manual day/night rearview mirror | • | |
| Memory feature-inc: radio, seats, outside mirrors | • | |
| Mini overhead console | • | |
| Passenger assist handles | • | • |
| Premium electronic AM/FM stereo radio w/cassette-inc: 120-watt amplifier, (8) Infinity Gold speakers, CD changer controls, 5-band graphic equalizer | • | |
| Pwr door locks w/illuminated controls | • | • |
| Pwr windows w/illuminated controls, driver one-touch-down feature | • | • |
| Rear window defroster | • | • |
| Remote audio controls on back side of steering wheel | • | |
| Remote keyless entry w/(2) transmitters, panic alarm | • | • |
| Removable 60/40 folding rear seat | • | • |
| Retractable cargo compartment cover | • | • |
| Speed control | • | • |
| Tilt steering column | • | • |
| Traveler/mini trip computer | • | |
| Vehicle information center | • | |
| Vehicle theft security alarm system | • | |
| Vinyl door trim panels w/carpet & woodgrain accents | • | |
| Vinyl door trim panels w/leather accents | • | |
| Warning chimes | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| (4) 15" x 7" sport cast aluminum wheels | • | |
| (4) P215/75R15 all-season SBR BSW Wrangler AP tires | • | |
| (5) 16" x 7" luxury cast aluminum wheels w/painted pockets | • | |
| (5) 16" x 7" Ultra Star cast aluminum wheels | • | |
| (5) P225/70R16 all-terrain SBR BSW Wrangler HP tires | • | |
| (5) P225/70R16 all-terrain SBR OWL Wrangler HP tires | • | |
| 117-amp alternator | • | • |
| 150-amp alternator | • | |
| 23 gallon fuel tank | • | • |
| 3.55 axle ratio | • | • |
| 3.73 axle ratio w/anti-spin differential | • | |
| 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD | • | • |
| 4-wheel drive | • | • |
| 4.0L (242) SMPI I6 "Power Tech" engine | • | • |
| 4950# GVWR | • | • |
| 5.9L (360) MPI V8 engine | • | |
| 5300# GVWR | • | • |
| 600-CCA maintenance-free battery | • | • |
| Front/rear stabilizer bars | • | • |
| Inside-mounted compact spare tire | • | |
| Inside-mounted full-size spare tire w/matching wheel | • | |
| Low-restriction exhaust system w/chrome tips | • | |
| Normal duty Quadra-Coil suspension w/leading/trailing control arms, coil springs, gas-charged shock absorbers | • | • |
| Pwr anti-lock 4-wheel disc brakes | • | • |
| Pwr rack & pinion steering | • | • |
| Quadra-Trac on-demand 4WD transfer case (NVG249) | • | |
| Rear wheel drive | • | • |
| Selec-Trac full-time 4WD transfer case (NVG242) | • | |
| Spare tire cover w/storage pocket | • | • |
| Stainless steel exhaust system | • | • |
SAFETY Features
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| 4-wheel anti-lock brakes | • | • |
| Driver & front passenger air bags | • | • |
| Electric horns | • | • |
| Front/rear outboard height-adjustable shoulder belts | • | • |
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| CHRYSLER/INFINITY SPATIAL IMAGING CASSETTE & COMPACT DISC SOUND SYSTEM -inc: (8) Infinity gold speakers in 6 locations | • | • |
| DEEP TINTED SUNSCREEN GLASS -inc: rear doors, rear quarter glass, rear tailgate glass | • | |
| DUAL FRONT HEATED SEATS | • | |
| DUAL FRONT HEATED SEATS (REQ: EL__ Leather Seating) | • | |
| ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/COMPACT DISC, CASSETTE -inc: graphic equalizer, (4) speakers (REQ: 2_E or 2_X Quick-Order Pkg) | • | |
| ENGINE BLOCK HEATER | • | • |
| FOG LAMPS | • | |
| FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET | • | • |
| MANUFACTURERS STATEMENT OF ORIGIN-ON REQUEST | • | • |
| PREMIUM ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/ CASSETTE -inc: (8) Infinity gold speakers in 6 locations | • | |
| PWR HEATED MIRRORS (N/A w/2_E Quick-Order Pkg) | • | |
| PWR SUNROOF (N/A w/2_E Quick-Order Pkg) *Replaces full overhead console w/mini overhead console* | • | |
| PWR SUNROOF *Replaces STD overhead console w/mini overhead console* | • | |
| QUADRA-TRAC "ON-DEMAND" TRANSFER CASE -inc: full-size spare tire | • | |
| SECURITY ALARM | • | |
| SELEC-TRAC FULL-TIME TRANSFER CASE (REQ: ERH Engine) | • | |
| SKID PLATE/TOW HOOK GROUP -inc: transfer case/ front suspension/fuel tank skid plates, (2) front & (1) rear tow hooks | • | • |
| SUNROOF DELETE *Replaces STD mini overhead console w/full overhead console* *CREDIT* | • | |
| TRAILER TOW GROUP III -inc: 3.73 axle ratio, HD radiator, modified Spicer 35c rear axle, frame-mounted equalizer hitch receptacle, 7-pin outlet, 5000# max trailer weight, 750# max tongue weight, 25ft max travel trailer length (REQ: ERH Engine) | • | • |
| TRAILER TOW GROUP III -inc: 3.73 axle ratio, HD radiator, modified Spicer 35c rear axle, frame-mounted equalizer hitch receptacle, 7-pin outlet, 5000# max trailer weight, 750# max tongue weight, 25ft max travel trailer length (REQ: ERH Engine) *Deletes rear tow hook from AWN Skid Plate/Tow Hook Group* | • | • |
| TRAILER TOW GROUP IV -inc: 7-pin outlet, frame-mounted equalizer hitch receptacle, 6500# max trailer weight, 750# max tongue weight, 30ft max travel trailer length (REQ: ELF Engine) *Deletes rear tow hook from AWN Skid Plate/Tow Hook Group* | • | • |
| TRAILER TOW GROUP IV -inc: 7-pin outlet, frame-mounted equalizer hitch receptacle, 6700# max trailer weight, 750# max tongue weight, 30ft max travel trailer length (REQ: ELF Engine) | • | • |
| TRAILER TOW GROUP IV -inc: HD radiator, frame-mounted equalizer hitch receptacle, 7-pin outlet, 5000# max trailer weight, 750# max tongue weight, 30ft max travel trailer length *Deletes rear tow hook from AWN Skid Plate/Tow Hook Group* | • | |
| TRAILER TOW PREP GROUP -inc: 3.73 axle ratio, HD radiator (w/ERH Engine-inc:modified Spicer 35c rear axle) | • | • |
| UP-COUNTRY SUSPENSION GROUP -inc: skid plate/ tow hook group, high-pressure front/rear gas shocks *NET* | • | |
| UP-COUNTRY SUSPENSION GROUP -inc: skid plate/ tow hook group, P245/70R15 all-terrain tires, full-size spare tire w/matching spare wheel, high-pressure front/rear gas shocks *NET* | • |
DIFFERENTIAL Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| TRAC-LOK DIFFERENTIAL AXLE -inc: 3.73 axle ratio | • | • |
| TRAC-LOK DIFFERENTIAL AXLE NOT DESIRED | • | • |
EMISSIONS Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| BORDER STATE EMISSIONS *provides California/ Massachusetts/New York/Connecticut emissions for units shipped to dealers in Federal areas* | • | • |
| CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSIONS | • | • |
| STANDARD EMISSIONS | • | • |
ENGINE Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| 4.0L (242) SMPI I6 "POWER TECH" ENGINE (STD) | • | • |
| 5.2L (318) SMPI V8 ENGINE -inc: Quadra-Trac transfer case, trailer tow prep group, full size spare tire | • | |
| 5.2L (318) SMPI V8 ENGINE -inc: trailer tow prep group | • | • |
| 5.9L (360) MPI V8 ENGINE (STD) | • |
NOTE Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| ** ALL VEHICLES SOLD IN 1998 FOR $36,000 AND ABOVE WITH A GVWR OF 6,000 LBS OR LESS ARE SUBJECT TO A LUXURY TAX ** | • |
OWNER FOLLOW-UP Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| OWNER FOLLOW-UP SERVICES PROGRAM | • | • |
PAINT Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| MONOTONE PAINT (STD) | • | • |
POWERTRAIN Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| POWERTRAIN -inc: 4.0L I6 engine, 4-speed auto trans | • | • |
| POWERTRAIN -inc: 5.2L V8 engine, 4-speed auto trans | • | • |
| POWERTRAIN -inc: 5.9L V8 engine, 4-speed auto trans | • |
QUICK-ORDER PKG Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| 2_K QUICK-ORDER PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* | • | |
| 2_X QUICK-ORDER PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* | • | |
| 2_Z QUICK-ORDER PKG SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* | • | |
| LAREDO QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: base vehicle (REQ: ERH Engine) | • | |
| LAREDO QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: overhead console, deep tinted sunscreen glass, P225/75R15 all-season OWL tires *GROSS* | • | |
| LAREDO QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: overhead console, deep tinted sunscreen glass, P225/75R15 all-season OWL tires, fog lamps, auto headlamps, auto day/night rearview mirror, pwr driver/front passenger seats w/pwr lumbar, leather-wrapped steering wheel w/remote audio controls, dual elect heated mirrors, security alarm system, premium AM/FM stereo radio w/cassette, mini trip computer, color-keyed fascias/special badging *Deletes STD accent stripes* *GROSS* | • | |
| LIMITED QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: 5.9 Limited decor group *Contents listed in STD Equipment* | • | |
| LIMITED QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: Limited decor group *Contents listed in STD Equipment* | • | |
| LIMITED QUICK-ORDER PKG -inc: Limited decor group, Chrysler/Infinity spatial imaging cassette/ compact disc sound system, (8) Infinity gold speakers,dual front heated seats, pwr sunroof *Replaces STD full overhead console w/mini overhead console* *GROSS* | • |
REGION Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL REGION | • | • |
| REGIONAL DISCOUNT *Available in AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX* *DISCOUNT* | • | • |
| REGIONAL DISCOUNT *Available to qualified customers in all States* *DISCOUNT* | • | • |
SEAT TYPE Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| 5.9 LIMITED LEATHER FRONT BUCKET SEATS (STD) | • | |
| CLOTH/VINYL LOW-BACK RECLINING FRONT BUCKET SEATS (STD) | • | |
| LEATHER FRONT BUCKET SEATS (REQ: 2_Z Quick-Order Pkg) | • | |
| LUXURY LEATHER FRONT BUCKET SEATS (STD) | • |
SPARE TIRE Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| COMPACT SPARE TIRE (STD) | • | |
| FULL SIZE SPARE TIRE | • |
TIRES Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| P215/75R15 ALL-SEASON SBR BSW WRANGLER AP TIRES (STD) (REQ: 2_E Quick-Order Pkg) | • | |
| P225/70R16 ALL-TERRAIN SBR BSW WRANGLER HP TIRES | • | |
| P225/70R16 ALL-TERRAIN SBR BSW WRANGLER HP TIRES (STD) | • | |
| P225/70R16 ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL WRANGLER HP TIRES (STD) | • | |
| P225/75R15 ALL-SEASON SBR OWL TIRES | • | |
| P225/75R15 ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL WRANGLER RT/S TIRES | • | |
| P245/70R15 ALL-TERRAIN SBR OWL WRANGLER GSA TIRES (REQ: AWE Up-Country Group) | • |
TRANSMISSION Options
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| 4-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) | • | • |
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Technical Specifications
Brakes
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | - TBD - | - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | - TBD - | - TBD - |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) | - TBD - | - TBD - |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) | 79.3 | 79.3 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) | 40.9 | 40.9 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) |
Engine
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.0L/242 | 4.0L/242 |
| Engine Type | Gas I6 | Gas I6 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 185 @ 4600 | 185 @ 4600 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 220 @ 2400 | 220 @ 2400 |
Exterior Dimensions
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| Height, Overall (in) | 64.9 | 64.9 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 177.1 | 177.1 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 7.58 | 7.84 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 105.9 | 105.9 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 69.3 | 69.3 |
Fuel Tank
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 23 | 23 |
Steering
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Steering Type | Power Rack & Pinion | Power Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 37.5 | 37.5 |
Suspension
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front | Quadra-Coil | Quadra-Coil |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Quadra-Coil | Quadra-Coil |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | w/Coil Springs | w/Coil Springs |
Tires
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P215/75R15 | P225/70R16 |
| Rear Tire Size | P215/75R15 | P225/70R16 |
Transmission
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | 4-Wheel Drive | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/OD, | Automatic w/OD, |
| Trans Type | 4 | 4 |
Vehicle
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Head Room (in) | 38.9 | 38.9 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 40.9 | 40.9 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 59.2 | 59.2 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 100.1 | 100.1 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 39.0 | 39.0 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 35.7 | 35.7 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 57.6 | 57.6 |
Weight Information
| Laredo | Limited | |
|---|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3740 | 3740 |
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Safety Features
Safety Features
| 4-wheel anti-lock brakes |
| Driver & front passenger air bags |
| Front/rear outboard height-adjustable shoulder belts |
| Electric horns |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | |
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| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS |
Frontal crash ratings: Driver: Passenger: Side crash ratings: Driver: Rear Passenger: Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags. |
