Jeep Cherokee 1996 4.0 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Jeep Cherokee 1996 4.0i has been produced from March, 1997 to September, 2001. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 178 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 301 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 400 000 to 670 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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A robust engine with great resource, but also high fuel consumption.
This Jeep Cherokee 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.
Jeep Cherokee 1996 4.0i has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and Aisin AW30-40LE automatic gearbox with 4 gears. With proper servicing, Aisin AW30-40LE gearbox has an average lifespan (mileage before needing serious repairs or rebuild) of 350,000 km.
Jeep Cherokee 1996 4.0i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Jeep Cherokee 1996 4.0i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 14 litres per 100km (7.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 20.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 10.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 76 litres or 20.08 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 540 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 720 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 Cherokee fuel consumption.
Jeep Cherokee 1996 4.0i technical data
| Model: | Jeep Cherokee 4.0i | ||
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| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 1997. March ... 2001. September | ||
| Engine: | 3960 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 334 g/km |
| Power: | 178 HP ON 4400 RPM | Torque: | 301 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 14.0 (combined) 20.6 (urban) 10.3 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 14.4 l/100km (16.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 76 litres (20.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.25m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.63m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 1011 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 2033 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2170 kg | ||
Jeep Cherokee 1996 4.0i engine ERH
Engine reliability and common problems:
A robust engine with great resource, but also high fuel consumption.Overall, this engine can last around 400,000 to 670,000 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 | 3964 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 98.4 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.7 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.6 : 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. More service info |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Jeep Cherokee 1996 4.0i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.7 litres (6 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 175 - 195 HP ON 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 - 320 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1986 |
| Duration of production | 20 years |
| Engine also used on | Jeep Grand Cherokee Jeep Wrangler |
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 [1996 - 2001] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| Jeep Cherokee 1997 2.5i 4x4 Mar 1997 — Nov 2000 | 2.5 Petrol | 118 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
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Jeep Cherokee 1996 2.5 i SE
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.5 Petrol | 127 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| Jeep Cherokee 1996 2.5 i SE 4WD | 2.5 Petrol | 127 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Jeep Cherokee 1997 2.5 TD 4x4 Mar 1997 — Sep 2001 | 2.5 Diesel | 116 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
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Jeep Cherokee 1997 4.0i 4x4
Mar 1997 — Sep 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.1 seconds |
4.0 Petrol | 178 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
| Jeep Cherokee 1997 4.0 Jan 1997 — Jan 2001 | 4.0 Petrol | 192 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
| Jeep Cherokee 1997 4.0 Jan 1997 — Jan 2001 | 4.0 Petrol | 192 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
| Jeep Cherokee 1999 4.0 i Sport 4WD Jan 1999 — Dec 2001 | 4.0 Petrol | 192 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |