Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 4.7i V8 (WK)
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 4.7 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 4.7i V8 has been produced from June, 2005 to January, 2010. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.7 litres, which produces power of 231 horsepower on 4500 rpm and torque 410 Nm (Newton metres) on 3600 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, 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 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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 2005 4.7i V8 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 4.7i V8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 200 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 4.7i V8 fuel consumption is 14.9 litres per 100km (6.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 19.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 12 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 78 litres or 20.61 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 520 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 640 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 4.7i V8 technical data
| Model: | Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.7i V8 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2005. June ... 2010. January | ||
| Engine: | 4701 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 352 g/km |
| Power: | 231 HP ON 4500 RPM | Torque: | 410 NM ON 3600 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 200 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 14.9 (combined) 19.7 (urban) 12.0 (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: | 204 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 978 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1909 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2750 kg | ||
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 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 2005 4.7i V8 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.7 litres (6 quarts) |
| Power | 230 - 235 HP ON 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 - 410 NM ON 3600 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1998 |
| Duration of production | 15 years |
| Engine also used on | Jeep Commander |
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 |