Jeep Grand Cherokee IV (WK2, facelift 2017) 3.0 V6 MultiJet (190 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 2017) Overview:
Jeep Grand Cherokee (IV (WK2, facelift 2017)). With 440 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.85 l/100km). At around 2387 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.2 s). The top speed reaches 190 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:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (190 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 10.2 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 7 L/100 km for its class.
- • 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.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 800 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (WK2, facelift 2013): 2016 - 2017).
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| Brand: | Jeep |
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| Model: | Grand Cherokee |
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| Generation: | IV (WK2, facelift 2017) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 MultiJet (190 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2017 |
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| End of production: | 2019 |
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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: |
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
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| Power: | 190 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 63.6 Hp/l [31mm less] |
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| Torque: | 440 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | EXN More details about the engine EXN |
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| Engine displacement: | 2987 |
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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: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 7.7 l |
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| Coolant: | 11.4 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 16.5:1 |
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| Maximum engine speed: | 4800 rpm. |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8-9.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.4-6.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 7-7.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 8-9.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 6.4-6.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7-7.9 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.2 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.2 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.3 kg/Hp, 81.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 189 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.7 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 2328-2447 |
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| Max. weight: | 2949 |
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| Max load: | 502-621 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1689 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 800 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 93.5 l |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
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| Size: |
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 18.8-23.5° |
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| Wading depth: | 508 mm |
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| Length: | 4828 mm mm [31mm less] |
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| Width: | 1943 mm mm [15mm less] |
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| Height: | 1792-1802 mm mm [75mm more] |
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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: | 1628 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1634 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 206-270 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.6 m [above average] |
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| Approach angle: | 26.3-35.8° |
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| Departure angle: | 26.5-29.5° |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
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| 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, 350x32 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 330x32 mm [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 | 265/60 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Air Suspension - Optional |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer, Air Suspension - Optional |
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