Jeep Grand Cherokee III (WK) 3.0 CRD (218 Hp) Automatic


Jeep Grand Cherokee:

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a range of mid-sized sport utility vehicles produced by American manufacturer Jeep. At its introduction, while most SUVs were still manufactured with body-on-frame construction, the Grand Cherokee has used a unibody chassis from the start.
The Grand Cherokee's origins date back to 1983, when American Motors Corporation was designing a successor to the Jeep Cherokee. Three outside designers—Larry Shinoda, Alain Clenet, and Giorgetto Giugiaro—were also under contract with AMC to create and build a clay model of the Cherokee XJ replacement, then known as the "XJC" project. However, the basic design for the Cherokee's replacement was well underway by AMC's in-house designers and the 1989 Jeep Concept 1 show car foretold the basic design....(Read more on Wikipedia)

III (WK) Overview:

Jeep Grand Cherokee (III (WK)). With 510 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). At around 2018 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (218 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 10.7 L/100 km combined.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (WK): 2006 - 2008).

General:
Brand:Jeep
Model:Grand Cherokee
Generation:III (WK)
Modification (Engine):3.0 CRD (218 Hp) Automatic
Start of production:2007
End of production:2009
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:SUV
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:218 Hp @ 3800 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:73 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque:510 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:EXL More details about the engine EXL
Engine displacement:2987
Number of cylinders:6
Engine configuration:V-engine
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Diesel Commonrail
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:9.5 l
Coolant:13.2 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:83 mm
Piston Stroke:92 mm
Compression ratio:18:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:11.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:9.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:10.7 l/100 km
Weight-to-power ratio:9.3 kg/Hp, 108 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:4 kg/Nm, 252.7 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:2018
Max. weight:2727
Max load:709
Fuel tank capacity:80 l
Size:
Ramp-over (brakeover) angle:20.4°
Length:4775 mm [Same length.]
Width:1861 mm [Same width.]
Height:1749 mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2781 mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1575 mm
Rear (Back) track:1575 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):204 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.3 m [above average]
Approach angle:32.3°
Departure angle:27.5°
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size245/65 R17
Wheel rims size17

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