Dodge Journey 2008 2.4 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Dodge Journey 2008 2.4 Automatic has been produced from June, 2008 to January, 2011. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.4 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 230 000 and 390 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Dodge Journey 2.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.
Dodge Journey 2008 2.4 Automatic has front wheel drive (FWD) and Chrysler 40TES automatic gearbox with 4 gears. With proper servicing, Chrysler 40TES gearbox has an average lifespan (mileage before needing serious repairs or rebuild) of 300,000 km.
Dodge Journey 2008 2.4 Automatic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 188 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Dodge Journey 2008 2.4 Automatic fuel consumption is 9.6 litres per 100km (10.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 77 litres or 20.34 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
Dodge Journey 2008 2.4 Automatic technical data
| Model: | Dodge Journey 2.4 Automatic | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2008. June ... 2011. January | ||
| Engine: | 2360 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 228 g/km |
| Power: | 170 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 220 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 188 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.9 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.6 (combined) 13.0 (urban) 7.6 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 77 litres (20.3 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.89m (length) 1.83m (width) 1.67m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 185 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 7 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 127 litres or 816 litres for version with 5 seats | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 2117 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2425 kg | ||
Dodge Journey 2008 2.4 Automatic engine ED3
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 230,000 to 390,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 2360 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 88 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 97 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 |
| Dodge Journey 2008 2.4 Automatic oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
| Power | 170 - 175 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 - 225 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2006 |
| Duration of production | 19 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 2009 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Jeep Patriot Dodge Caliber Dodge Avenger Chrysler Sebring Jeep Compass and 2 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Dodge Journey crossover [2008 - 2011] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Dodge Journey 2008 2.0 CRD
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Dodge Journey 2008 2.0 CRD Automatic | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Dodge Journey 2008 2.4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.1 seconds |
2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Dodge Journey 2008 2.4 Automatic | 2.4 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Dodge Journey 2008 2.7
Most powerfull petrol version (185 HP) |
2.7 Petrol | 185 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) |