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1997 Jeep Cherokee prices in the U.S.
$5,669
Median asking price
12 active listings · Updated October 16, 2026
National price overview
Typical asking price range
$3,848 – $8,175 All 12 listings · Middle 50% of asking pricesMedian asking price
$5,669Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.
As of October 16, 2026, the median asking price for a 1997 Jeep Cherokee in the U.S. is $5,669, based on 12 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.
Behind the price
Price range & market sample
The median asking price for a 1997 Jeep Cherokee in the U.S. is $5,669 based on 12 active listings.
12 active dealer listings
Snapshot October 16, 2026 · refreshed daily
30-day asking price change: −$1,074.
Typical: $3,848–$8,175 — the middle half of 12 asking prices
Median $5,669
$2,110 low
$15K high
Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.
$5,669
Pre-owned median (12)
190,113
Average mileage
Live 1997 Jeep Cherokee listings, priced by VIN
Compared with all listings
All-listings median $5,669
1997 Jeep Cherokee
SE
$4,500
VIN 1J4FT28S3VL576023
−$1,169 · vs all-listings median
1997 Jeep Cherokee
SE
$12,975
VIN 1J4FJ28S7VL544553
+$7,306 · vs all-listings median
Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.
Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.
Trim-level pricing isn't reliable enough for this model yet — mileage and configuration explain most of the spread above.
Understand the differences
1997 Jeep Cherokee: VIN configurations and specifications
Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.
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Sport 4L 6-cyl VIN pattern: 1J4FT68S · year code V121 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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SE 4L 6-cyl VIN pattern: 1J4FT27S · year code V21 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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SE 4L 6-cyl VIN pattern: 1J4FT28S · year code V65 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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SE 4L 6-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1J4FJ27S · year code V32 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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Limited(Export)/Country 4L 6-cyl VIN pattern: 1J4FT78S · year code V62 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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Sport 4L 6-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1J4FJ68S · year code V$4,777 Median asking price · U.S. 5 priced listings · October 11, 2026
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SE 4L 6-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1J4FJ28S · year code V$6,800 Median asking price · U.S. 8 priced listings · October 11, 2026
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Limited(Export)/Country 4L 6-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1J4FJ78S · year code V222 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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Sport 4L 6-cyl · 4WD VIN pattern: 1J4FJ67S · year code V31 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
Where these specifications come from
Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.
Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.
FACTORY REFERENCE
1997 Jeep Cherokee factory brochure
Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.
No verified factory brochure is currently listed for this exact model year.
Need equipment for a specific vehicle? Look up its factory window sticker →
Price trend
View national price trend · all trims
Average price is down $1,458 since July 18.
Average asking price (USD) · national · all trims. Hover, tap or focus a point for its date and price.
Chart scale: $5,135–$12,511. On narrow screens, scroll the chart sideways to see the full period.
Daily average price table
| Date | Average asking price (USD) |
|---|---|
| October 16, 2026 | $6,542 |
| October 15, 2026 | $6,600 |
| October 14, 2026 | $6,991 |
| October 13, 2026 | $6,950 |
| October 12, 2026 | $6,971 |
| October 11, 2026 | $6,828 |
| October 10, 2026 | $6,924 |
| October 9, 2026 | $6,881 |
| October 8, 2026 | $6,924 |
| October 7, 2026 | $6,881 |
| October 6, 2026 | $6,899 |
| October 5, 2026 | $6,668 |
| October 4, 2026 | $7,143 |
| October 3, 2026 | $7,256 |
| October 2, 2026 | $6,885 |
| October 1, 2026 | $6,885 |
| September 30, 2026 | $7,086 |
| September 29, 2026 | $7,054 |
| September 28, 2026 | $7,086 |
| September 27, 2026 | $7,077 |
| September 26, 2026 | $7,086 |
| September 25, 2026 | $6,870 |
| September 24, 2026 | $6,820 |
| September 23, 2026 | $6,912 |
| September 22, 2026 | $6,912 |
| September 21, 2026 | $6,912 |
| September 20, 2026 | $7,594 |
| September 19, 2026 | $7,594 |
| September 18, 2026 | $7,644 |
| September 17, 2026 | $7,584 |
| September 16, 2026 | $7,616 |
| September 15, 2026 | $8,255 |
| September 14, 2026 | $8,255 |
| September 13, 2026 | $8,255 |
| September 12, 2026 | $8,255 |
| September 11, 2026 | $8,255 |
| September 10, 2026 | $8,936 |
| September 9, 2026 | $8,936 |
| September 8, 2026 | $8,382 |
| September 7, 2026 | $8,407 |
| September 6, 2026 | $7,673 |
| September 5, 2026 | $7,739 |
| September 4, 2026 | $7,517 |
| September 3, 2026 | $7,484 |
| September 2, 2026 | $7,417 |
| September 1, 2026 | $7,484 |
| August 31, 2026 | $8,120 |
| August 30, 2026 | $7,836 |
| August 29, 2026 | $7,836 |
| August 28, 2026 | $7,541 |
| August 27, 2026 | $7,446 |
| August 26, 2026 | $7,446 |
| August 25, 2026 | $7,684 |
| August 24, 2026 | $7,684 |
| August 23, 2026 | $7,684 |
| August 22, 2026 | $8,144 |
| August 21, 2026 | $8,951 |
| August 20, 2026 | $8,951 |
| August 19, 2026 | $8,951 |
| August 18, 2026 | $8,951 |
| August 17, 2026 | $8,951 |
| August 16, 2026 | $6,000 |
| August 15, 2026 | $9,081 |
| August 14, 2026 | $9,081 |
| August 13, 2026 | $9,081 |
| August 12, 2026 | $9,807 |
| August 11, 2026 | $9,807 |
| August 10, 2026 | $9,456 |
| August 9, 2026 | $9,456 |
| August 8, 2026 | $9,456 |
| August 7, 2026 | $9,456 |
| August 6, 2026 | $9,456 |
| August 5, 2026 | $8,683 |
| August 4, 2026 | $7,170 |
| August 3, 2026 | $6,316 |
| August 2, 2026 | $5,849 |
| August 1, 2026 | $5,849 |
| July 31, 2026 | $5,849 |
| July 30, 2026 | $6,832 |
| July 29, 2026 | $6,832 |
| July 28, 2026 | $6,832 |
| July 27, 2026 | $6,832 |
| July 26, 2026 | $9,022 |
| July 25, 2026 | $9,022 |
| July 24, 2026 | $8,698 |
| July 23, 2026 | $11,797 |
| July 22, 2026 | $8,000 |
| July 21, 2026 | $8,000 |
| July 20, 2026 | $8,000 |
| July 19, 2026 | $8,000 |
| July 18, 2026 | $8,000 |
EXPLORE THE YEARS
Other Jeep Cherokee years
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An earlier model year
1996
Jeep Cherokee
Typical asking price
$4,800
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1997
Jeep Cherokee
Typical asking price
$5,669
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A newer model year
1998
Jeep Cherokee
Typical asking price
$6,048
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See how model-year prices compare
U.S. market · All trimsDifferent model years, shown on the same dollar scale. Median asking price where available; otherwise average. These are different vehicles, not a forecast of your car’s value.
Years separated by a production gap are listed separately below.
- 2001 $7,995 Median
- 2000 $7,500 Median
- 1999 $5,995 Median
- 1998 $6,048 Median
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- 1996 $4,800 Median
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MEET THE REST OF THE LINEUP
More 1997 Jeep prices
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Prices shown for other models are average asking prices in the national snapshot. Photos are representative; trim and equipment vary.
What would a 1997 Jeep Cherokee cost per month?
Estimate the monthly payment on a $5,669 vehicle. Move the numbers to match your own loan.
10% down
7.0% is an illustrative starting rate — use your own lender quote.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$101
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $567 down
Amount financed
$5,102
Total interest
$958
Estimate only. Excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees, and assumes a fixed-rate loan with equal monthly payments. Your actual rate depends on your credit and lender.
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Frequently asked questions
Why do 1997 Jeep Cherokee prices range from $2,110 to $14,551?
The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $3,848 and $8,175 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.
Is $6,542 a good price for a 1997 Jeep Cherokee?
$6,542 is the market average as of October 16, 2026. The $5,669 median is a comparison point, not a deal rating. Compare the same trim and mileage band, and check condition, equipment and vehicle history.
How many 1997 Jeep Cherokee are for sale right now?
12 in total, nearly all pre-owned. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.
Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 1997 Jeep Cherokee?
These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.
How we calculate these prices
We track 12 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites nationwide, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.
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