Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 3.7i V8 (WK)
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 3.7 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 3.7i V8 has been produced from October, 2006 to January, 2010. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.7 litres, which produces power of 201 horsepower on 5100 rpm and torque 307 Nm (Newton metres) on 3700 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, 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 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 3.7i V8 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 3.7i V8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 3.7i V8 fuel consumption is 13.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (7.6 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 17 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 10.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 78 litres or 20.61 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 760 kilometers on highway.
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 3.7i V8 technical data
| Model: | Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.7i V8 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2006. October ... 2010. January | ||
| Engine: | 3701 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 314 g/km |
| Power: | 201 HP ON 5100 RPM | Torque: | 307 NM ON 3700 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.2 (combined) 17.0 (urban) 10.2 (highway) | ||
| 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: | 180 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 978 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1909 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 3.7i V8 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 Grand Cherokee 2005 3.7i V8 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) |
| Power | 200 - 215 HP ON 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 - 320 NM ON 3700 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2001 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
| Engine also used on | Jeep 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. |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |