Jeep Cherokee 2008 3.7 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Jeep Cherokee 2008 3.7 V6 has been produced from March, 2008 to January, 2013. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.7 litres, which produces power of 205 horsepower on 5200 rpm - this is the most powerfull Jeep Cherokee 2008 - 2013 version and torque 314 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Jeep Cherokee 3.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Jeep Cherokee 2008 3.7 V6 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Jeep Cherokee 2008 3.7 V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 193 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Jeep Cherokee 2008 3.7 V6 fuel consumption is 11.7 litres per 100km (8.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 16.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 74 litres or 19.55 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Jeep real everyday fuel consumption is 15.2 litres per 100 km, which is 30% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Jeep Cherokee fuel consumption.

Jeep Cherokee 2008 3.7 V6 technical data
Model: | Jeep Cherokee 3.7 V6 | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2008. March ... 2013. January | ||
Engine: | 3700 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 283 g/km |
Power: | 205 HP ON 5200 RPM | Torque: | 314 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 193 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.7 (combined) 16.8 (urban) 8.9 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 15.2 l/100km (15.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 74 litres (19.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.49m (length) 1.84m (width) 1.74m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 878 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2540 kg |
Jeep Cherokee 2008 3.7 V6 engine EKG
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 | 3701 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 93 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90.8 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.7 : 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 Cherokee 2008 3.7 V6 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) |
Power | 200 - 215 HP ON 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 - 320 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2001 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | Jeep Grand Cherokee Dodge RAM Dodge Durango Dodge Nitro |
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 Jeep Cherokee crossover [2008 - 2013] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Jeep Cherokee 2008 2.8 CRD 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.8 Diesel | 177 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Jeep Cherokee 2008 2.8 CRD 4x4 | 2.8 Diesel | 177 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Jeep Cherokee 2008 3.7 V6 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.3 seconds |
3.7 Petrol | 205 HP | 11.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |