Jeep Grand Cherokee IV (WK2, facelift 2013) 3.0 EcoDiesel (243 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)

IV (WK2, facelift 2013) Overview:

Jeep Grand Cherokee (IV (WK2, facelift 2013)). With 569 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.2 l/100km). At around 2393 kg, it’s on the heavier side. 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 476 hp.
  • • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 15.7 L/100 km combined.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (WK2, facelift 2013): 2013 - 2017).

General:
Brand:Jeep
Model:Grand Cherokee
Generation:IV (WK2, facelift 2013)
Modification (Engine):3.0 EcoDiesel (243 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
Start of production:2014
End of production:2017
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:SUV
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:243 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:81.4 Hp/l [6mm less]
Torque:569 Nm @ 2000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:EXN More details about the engine EXN
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:8.4 l
Coolant:13.2 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:83 mm mm
Piston Stroke:92 mm mm
Compression ratio:15.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:11.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:8.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:9.8 l/100 km
Weight-to-power ratio:9.8 kg/Hp, 101.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:4.2 kg/Nm, 237.8 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:2393
Max. weight:3084
Max load:691
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):3266 kg
Fuel tank capacity:93 l
Size:
Ramp-over (brakeover) angle:18.8°
Length:4822 mm mm [6mm less]
Width:1943 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1761 mm mm [41mm less]
Wheelbase:2915 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1623 mm
Rear (Back) track:1627 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):218 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.3 m [above average]
Approach angle:26.3°
Departure angle:26.5°
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears8
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
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size265/60 R18
Wheel rims size18

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