Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 SRT-8 6.1 (WK)

Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 6.1 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 SRT-8 6.1 has been produced from July, 2006 to January, 2010. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 6.1 litres, which produces power of 425 horsepower on 6200 rpm - this is the most powerfull Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 - 2010 version and torque 570 Nm (Newton metres) on 4800 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Jeep Grand Cherokee 6.1 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.7 litres.

Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 SRT-8 6.1 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 SRT-8 6.1 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 245 km/h.

Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 SRT-8 6.1 fuel consumption is 16.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (6.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 21.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 12.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 78 litres or 20.61 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 460 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 600 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Jeep is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel consumption.

Jeep Grand Cherokee safety

During safety testing Jeep Grand Cherokee has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Jeep Grand Cherokee is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with three stars.

Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005

Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 SRT-8 6.1 technical data

Model: Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 6.1
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2006. July ... 2010. January 
Engine: 6059 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 425 HP ON 6200 RPM Torque: 570 NM ON 4800 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 245 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 16.4 (combined) 21.8 (urban) 12.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 16.6 l/100km (14.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 78 litres (20.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.75m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.74m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters
Ground clearance: 178 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 978 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1909 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2750 kg

Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 SRT-8 6.1 engine ESF

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 6059 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 103 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90.9 mm
Compression ratio 10.3 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 SRT-8 6.1 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.7 litres (7.1 quarts)
Power 425 HP ON 6200 RPM
Torque 570 NM ON 4800 RPM
Engine manufacturer Chrysler
Start of production (year) 2005
Duration of production 5 years
Engine also used on Chrysler 300C

All Jeep Grand Cherokee crossover [2005 - 2010] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 3.0 CRD 4x4 3.0 Diesel 218 HP 10.2 l/100km
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2006 3.7i V8 4x4 Oct 2006 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.7 Petrol 201 HP 13.2 l/100km
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 4.7i V8 4x4 4.7 Petrol 231 HP 14.9 l/100km
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 5.7i HEMI V8 4x4

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

5.7 Petrol 326 HP 15.4 l/100km
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2006 SRT-8 6.1 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2010

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5 seconds

6.1 Petrol 425 HP 16.4 l/100km
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 reviews
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