Jeep Grand Cherokee IV (WK2, facelift 2013) SRT8 6.4 V8 (468 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 624 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2342 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5 s). The top speed reaches 257 km/h. 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 286 hp.
- • Respectable acceleration of 8.3 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (457 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 10.4 L/100 km combined.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (WK2): 2011 - 2013).
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| Brand: | Jeep |
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| Model: | Grand Cherokee |
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| Generation: | IV (WK2, facelift 2013) |
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| Modification (Engine): | SRT8 6.4 V8 (468 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2013 |
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| End of production: | 2017 |
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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: | 468 Hp @ 6250 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 72.9 Hp/l [24mm more] |
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| Torque: | 624 Nm @ 4100 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | ESG More details about the engine ESG |
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| Engine displacement: | 6417 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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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: | OHV |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 6.6 l |
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| Coolant: | 15.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 103.9 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 94.5 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.9:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 20.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 257 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5 kg/Hp, 199.8 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.8 kg/Nm, 266.4 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.8 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2342 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1554 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 457 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2949 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 93 l |
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| Size: |
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 17.84° |
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| Length: | 4846 mm mm [24mm more] |
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| Width: | 1954 mm mm [16mm more] |
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| Height: | 1749 mm mm [12mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2915 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2156 mm |
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| Front track: | 1618 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1633 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 211 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.3 m [above average] |
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| Approach angle: | 18.45° |
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| Departure angle: | 21.9° |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 8 |
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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 | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 295/45 R20 |
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| Wheel rims size | 10J x 20 |
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| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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