Borla Touring Cat-Back Exhaust System with Polished Square Tip (140071) - 1997-2001 Jeep Cherokee (XJ) 4.0L
Wake up the adventure-ready spirit of your rig with the high-impact Borla Touring Cat-Back Exhaust System. Custom-engineered for 1997 to 2001 Jeep Cherokee (XJ) models, this premium full-length exhaust upgrade introduces Borla's most refined acoustic profile: the Touring sound level. Formulated explicitly for off-road adventurers and daily drivers who crave a clean, smooth, and mature exhaust note rather than an overbearing or raspy bark, the Touring muffler configuration is calibrated to give the legendary 4.0L Inline-6 engine a sophisticated, deeper-than-stock tone under acceleration. This cat-back configuration provides just the right amount of trail-ready performance presence while relying on advanced straight-through internals backed by Borla's official No-Drone Guarantee to keep the cabin completely quiet and drone-free during long highway road trips, daily commuting, or technical crawling.
The internal engineering of the Borla 140071 targets key factory flow restrictions by incorporating an upgraded high-efficiency layout featuring a 2.25-inch diameter inlet pipe leading into the muffler with a 2-inch diameter exit pipe. This system utilizes ultra-smooth mandrel bends to maximize exhaust velocity, unleash hidden horsepower, improve throttle response, and enhance fuel economy on or off the trail. Built completely from premium-grade, aircraft-quality T-304 austenitic stainless steel, this highly durable cat-back system defends permanently against structural degradation, extreme under-vehicle heat cycling, and severe trail corrosion from mud, water, or road salt. The spent exhaust gases route cleanly to a traditional single right rear exit layout behind the passenger side wheel well, finished with a distinctive 3.38" x 3" single square angle-cut intercooled mirror-polished T-304 stainless steel tip. Precision CNC-manufactured for an accurate line-to-line bolt-on fitment, this system utilizes all factory hanger locations and is backed by Borla’s legendary lifetime Million-Mile Warranty.
Chassis & Configuration Notes: This cat-back system is engineered specifically for the late-model refresh generation of the Jeep Cherokee XJ platform powered by the 4.0L Inline 6-cylinder engine. It is fully compatible with both Automatic and Manual transmissions, 2-Wheel Drive (2WD) and 4-Wheel Drive (4WD) drivetrains, and fits both 2-Door and 4-Door Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) body configurations. It is not designed to fit alternative Jeep platforms, such as the Grand Cherokee (ZJ/WJ) or Wrangler layouts without modification.
Features
- Tame Touring Acoustic Profile: Delivers a sophisticated, clean, and deep tone that is slightly louder than stock with an ultra-quiet cabin presence
- Optimized High-Flow Path: Precision-engineered 2.25" muffler inlet to 2" outlet piping layout minimizes exhaust backpressure
- Borla No-Drone Guarantee: Advanced straight-through and multi-core acoustics ensure an upgraded exterior note with absolute zero cab resonance
- Constructed completely from premium-grade T-304 austenitic stainless steel for permanent structural integrity and ultimate rust resistance
- Unique Polished Styling: Finished with a custom-styled 3.38" x 3" single square, angle-cut intercooled polished T-304 stainless steel tip
- Traditional Trail Placement: Single right rear exit configuration exits cleanly behind the rear passenger-side tire for high clearance
- True Bolt-On Architecture: Precision computer-controlled numerical control (CNC) manufacturing ensures an accurate, line-to-line fitment
- Backed by Borla's unmatched, industry-leading written Million-Mile Warranty
Detailed Vehicle Fitment Breakdown
Compatible Model Years:
This system fits the following individual model years under the specific chassis, body, engine, and drivetrain constraints listed below: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (XJ Platform Only).
Jeep Cherokee Fitment Breakdown (4.0L I6 2WD/4WD):
Fits 2-Door and 4-Door SUV models with Automatic or Manual Transmissions:
- 1997 Jeep Cherokee: 4.0L Inline-6 (2-Door / 4-Door SUV; 2WD / 4WD - *Single Right Rear Exit*)
- 1998 Jeep Cherokee: 4.0L Inline-6 (2-Door / 4-Door SUV; 2WD / 4WD - *Single Right Rear Exit*)
- 1999 Jeep Cherokee: 4.0L Inline-6 (2-Door / 4-Door SUV; 2WD / 4WD - *Single Right Rear Exit*)
- 2000 Jeep Cherokee: 4.0L Inline-6 (2-Door / 4-Door SUV; 2WD / 4WD - *Single Right Rear Exit*)
- 2001 Jeep Cherokee: 4.0L Inline-6 (2-Door / 4-Door SUV; 2WD / 4WD - *Single Right Rear Exit*)
Important Application & Compatibility Notes:
- **XJ Platform Exclusive:** Tailored strictly for the compact Cherokee XJ body style. Will **NOT** fit mid-size Grand Cherokee models.
- **Engine Restrictions:** Tailored strictly for the factory 4.0L Inline-6 engine platform. Will not fit legacy 2.5L 4-cylinder engine variants.
- **Premium Materials:** Built entirely with authentic T-304 stainless steel to deliver superior rust resistance over lower-grade T-400 series choices.
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