Jeep Liberty II 3.7 i V6 12V (210 Hp) 4WD
Jeep Liberty:
The Jeep Liberty is a four-door unibody compact SUV manufactured and marketed by Jeep for model years 2002–2012 over two generations, internally designated the KJ and KK , respectively. Both generations were marketed globally, including as the Jeep Cherokee outside North America.
Introduced as a replacement for the Cherokee , the Liberty was priced between the Wrangler and Grand Cherokee and was the smallest of the 4-door Jeep SUVs until the car based 4-door Compass and Patriot arrived for 2007. Both generations were assembled at the Toledo North Assembly Plant in the United States and other countries, including Egypt and Venezuela. The KK generation was manufactured alongside the closely related Dodge Nitro. Production ended in August 2012....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Jeep Liberty (II). With 318 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1904 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. 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:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (210 hp) for versatile driving.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 892 Liters.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 13.1 L/100 km combined.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (facelift 2004): 2005 - 2006).
| General: |
| Brand: | Jeep |
| Model: | Liberty |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.7 i V6 12V (210 Hp) 4WD |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 210 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 56.7 Hp/l [56mm more] |
| Torque: | 318 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EKG More details about the engine EKG |
| Engine displacement: | 3701 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 13.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90.8 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.1:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.1 kg/Hp, 110.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 167 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1904 |
| Max. weight: | 2574 |
| Max load: | 670 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1818 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 892 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 74 l |
| Size: |
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20.4° |
| Length: | 4493 mm [56mm more] |
| Width: | 1838 mm [14mm more] |
| Height: | 1781 mm [43mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2695 mm [48mm more] |
| Front track: | 1549 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1549 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 196 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 39.1° |
| Departure angle: | 32.1° |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
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| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 302.26 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc, 314.96 mm [above average] |
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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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| Tires size | 225/75 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring |
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