Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998 4.7i V8 (WJ)

Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998 4.7 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998 4.7i V8 has been produced from May, 1999 to June, 2005. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.7 litres, which produces power of 235 horsepower on 4800 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 3200 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). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.

Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998 4.7i V8 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998 4.7i V8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.

Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998 4.7i V8 fuel consumption is 16.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (6.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 22 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 12.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 78 litres or 20.61 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 480 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 600 kilometers on highway.

Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998

Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998 4.7i V8 technical data

Model: Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.7i V8
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 1999. May ... 2005. June 
Engine: 4701 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 380 g/km
Power: 235 HP ON 4800 RPM Torque: 400 NM ON 3200 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 200 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 16.2 (combined) 22.0 (urban) 12.8 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 78 litres (20.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.61m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.80m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.9 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 1104 litres
Trunk max capacity: 2047 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2495 kg

Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998 4.7i V8 engine EVA

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 4701 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 93 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86.5 mm
Compression ratio 9 : 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 1998 4.7i V8 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.7 litres (6 quarts)
Power 230 - 235 HP ON 4800 RPM
Torque 390 - 410 NM ON 3200 RPM
Start of production (year) 1998
Duration of production 15 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2001 onwards.

Engine also used on Jeep Commander

All Jeep Grand Cherokee crossover [1998 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 2.7 CRD 4x4 Dec 2001 — Dec 2004

Most powerfull diesel version (163 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.7 Diesel 163 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999 3.1 TD 4x4 Jan 1999 — Dec 2002

Only version with manual transmission

3.1 Diesel 140 HP 11.8 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999 3.1 TD 4x4 Mai 1999 — Nov 2001 3.1 Diesel 150 HP 11.7 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999 4.0i 4x4 Mai 1999 — Dec 2004 4.0 Petrol 190 HP 16.0 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998 4.0 Jan 1998 — Dec 1999

Most fuel efficient petrol version

4.0 Petrol 198 HP 13.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998 4.0i 4x4 Jan 1998 — Dec 1999

Most fuel efficient petrol version

4.0 Petrol 198 HP 13.1 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999 4.7i V8 4x4 Jan 1999 — Dec 2001

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds

4.7 Petrol 220 HP 15.6 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 4.7i V8 4x4 Jan 2001 — Dec 2003

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds

4.7 Petrol 223 HP 16.4 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2003 4.7i V8 4x4 Jan 2003 — Dec 2004 4.7 Petrol 227 HP 16.0 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999 4.7i V8 4x4 Mai 1999 — Jun 2005 4.7 Petrol 235 HP 16.2 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999 4.7 V8 Jan 1999 — Dec 2000 4.7 Petrol 238 HP 13.8 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2000 4.7 V8 Jan 2000 — Dec 2001 4.7 Petrol 238 HP 13.8 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 1999 4.7i V8 4x4 Jan 1999 — Dec 2004

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

4.7 Petrol 238 HP 14.7 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2002 4.7i V8 4x4 Jan 2002 — Dec 2004

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds

4.7 Petrol 258 HP 16.5 l/100km Automatic (5) All wheel
Jeep Grand Cherokee 1998 reviews
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