Jeep Grand Cherokee III (WK) 3.7i V6 (201 Hp) 4x4 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 315 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. 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:
- • High-performance engine delivering 309 hp.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 15.7 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): 2007 - 2009).
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| Brand: | Jeep |
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| Model: | Grand Cherokee |
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| Generation: | III (WK) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 3.7i V6 (201 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2008 |
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| End of production: | 2010 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 201 Hp @ 5100 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 54.3 Hp/l [25mm less] |
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| Torque: | 315 Nm @ 3900 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | EKG More details about the engine EKG |
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| Engine displacement: | 3701 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
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| Coolant: | 11.8 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 90.8 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 17 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12.7 l/100 km |
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| Space: |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
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| Size: |
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20° |
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| Length: | 4750 mm [25mm less] |
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| Width: | 1870 mm [9mm more] |
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| Height: | 1740 mm [9mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2781 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1575 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 180 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.3 m [above average] |
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| Approach angle: | 23.3° |
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| Departure angle: | 20° |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 245/65 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 17 |
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