Produced and marketed by Jeep for the 2005 model year, the third generation Grand Cherokee (WK) debuted at the 2004 New York International Auto Exhibition and later in Europe at Euro Camp Jeep in ArdÃÆ'Â ¨che, France.
Key features include Quadra-Drive II four-wheel drive, DVD player in rear seats, and optional 5.7Ã £ engine, L Hemi V8. The 3.7 L V6 engine replaces the L-6 L Straight-6 engine. Specifically, WK features an independent front suspension.
In 2007, WK received a minor facelift with revised headlights and high-intensity headlamps (HID) with automatic leveling. The underside of the front bumper becomes removable to improve the angle of approach for off-road use. 4.7 L has been refined, now producing 305 hp (227 kW, 309 PS), and 334 lb ft (453 N m).
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2009 is available with an improved Hemi engine of 5.7 L which has torque of 360Ã, hp (268 kW; 365Ã, PS) and 390Ã,Âbb (530Ã,M). The engine uses variable valve timings to improve fuel economy.
Video Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK)
Model
- 2005-2010Ã, - Laredo (not in Europe)
- 2005-2010Ã, - CRD (Europe)
- 2005-2010Ã, - Limited
- 2006-2009 - Overland
- 2006-2010Ã, - SRT-8
The Laredo is the primary trim level of the Grand Cherokee between 19 September 2004 and 2010. Standard features include: 3.7L Power-Tech V6 engine with 5-speed automatic transmission, seventeen inch (17 ") wheels, tires full-sized backup and spare wheel, fabric seat surface, front 6-way driver seat, A/MF/M stereo with CD player (and later, additional audio input jack), 6 speakers, black body side inserts and front bumper inserts and rear (both chrome in 2010), remote controlled audio system steering, driver information center (VIC), keyless entries, and more. Many features available in luxury Limited trim also available at Laredo base trim level.
The Limited added this feature to the Laredo base trim: full-size matchback wheel, dual power front bucket, premium leather seating surfaces, A/MF/M stereo with modifier Six-disc CD/MP3, a 276 watt Boston Acoustics sound system with 6 speakers, a heated front bucket seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel, chrome body inserts and front and rear bumper inserts, 2 position memory drivers, center-mounted center console , and much more. The standard engine between 2004 and 2009 is a 4.7L Power-Tech V8 engine, while the standard engine in 2010 is a 3.7L Power-Tech V6 engine.
The Rocky Mountain and 65th Anniversary Edition are the "added values" of the Grand Cherokee level trim for models of 2005, 2007, 2008 and 2009 ( Rocky Mountain ) and 2006 ( 65th Edition ). This trim level adds the following features to the b
The S Limited adds this feature to the Limited trim: unique alloy wheels, "S" emblems on both front doors, H8 5.7L HEMI engine, premium hollow-unique leather and surfaces sitting suede, stereo GPS navigation system, and more.
The Overland is the top-of-the-line trim level of the Grand Cherokee between 2005 and 2009. This adds this feature to the Limited trim: seventeen inches (17 ") (2005 -2007) or eighteen-inch (18 ") chrome alloy wheels (this wheel can be lowered to seventeenth inch (17") wheels from 2007 to 2009), radio GPS navigation system, Bluetooth with voice commands for the phone, 'on the tailgate, the 5.8L H8 V8 engine, side airbags, leather seating surfaces and suede with embroidered' Overland ', sunroof, and more. Overland took the hiatus for MY 2010, back on the next generation WK2 Grand Cherokee in the 2011 model year.
The SRT-8 is a Grand Cherokee trim level "performance-oriented" from December 20, 2005 to 2010. This adds this feature to Limited trim: twenty inches (20x9 front & ; 20x10 rear - US specification; Four 20x9 Euro specifications) Polished "Alcoa" aluminum alloy wheels forged, twenty inches (20 ") Year Good Eagle F1 performance tires (Goodyear Eagle RS-A EMT run flat tire: 255/45R20 front & amp; 285/40 rear - US Spec), leather-and-suede leather surface surfaces, sunroof, 6.1L HEMI V8 engine, mandatory 4X4, body kit, dual exhaust system mounted in center, 'SRT' emblem on both doors front and rear doors, performance tuned suspension, special instrument cluster, carbon fiber interior trim, and more.
Maps Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK)
Machine
Note
- The 4.7 L Output Machine which first appeared with Grand Cherokee Overland WJ was dropped from the Jeep line. It was used in Dodge Dakota and Dodge Ram 1500. 4.7 L was revised in 2008, increasing horsepower and torque up to 310 hp (231 kW; 314 PS) and 330 lb ft (447 N m) of torque. High dedicated Output version is dropped as a result.
- WK is known as WH in international market (ie non-US).
- The HEMI 5.7Ã, L for 2005-2008 has a slightly lower horsepower than found in Dodge Ram or Dodge Charger (330 vs 345) due to different engine control unit (ECU) programs.
- HEMI engine 5.7Ã, L for 2009 and improved with Variable Cam Timing (VCT) adding torque 27Ã, hp (20Ã, kW; 27Ã, PS) and 14Ã,Âbb (19Ã, N? m).
- The 3.0Ã, L diesel stop production for North America at the end of 2008. The late production models with diesel engines are often referred to as the 2008.5 model. They can not be branded as a 2009 model due to tighter diesel emission standards.
SRT-8
The SRT-8 (Street & amp; Racing Technology V8) version of the Grand Cherokee debuted at the 2005 New York International Auto Show. Powered by 420 hp (313 kW) version 6.1Ã, L Hemi , it also features an improved Brembo brake, large dual performance exhaust with polished tips (out of the center of the back), Bilstein gas filled performance shocks and modified suspension components, the Mercedes-Benz NAG1 (WA580) 5-speed transmission, the unique NV146 transfer case, a specially designed all-wheel drive electronic and interior and exterior update system. The drive shaft of the diesel application, provided with a back differential of Fund 44, and the 11.2 "Goodyear tire on the back (10" or 255 mm on the front) complete the performance pack. The tuned sport suspension allows the Jeep SRT8 to develop 0.92 g on the skid pad.
Road test from 2006 production model conducted by Road & amp; Track resulted in 0 to 60 mph of 4.6 seconds and a quarter-mile dragstrip of 13.2 seconds at 104.1 miles per hour (167.5 km/h). These figures make the SRT-8 Grand Cherokee the fastest accelerating vehicle in the SRT8 range, second only to the Dodge Viper SRT10 among all SRT vehicles. No speed electronic governor is used, leaving the top speed rev-revving (revving to redline in top gear) to 170 mph (270 km/h).
To improve road handling and reduce weight, off-road gear has been removed. The SRT-8 uses the NV146 transfer case, which uses an electronic applied coupling package to transfer 0-50% of torque to the front axle but has no manual or low range control. Front and rear differentials are both open, with no limited slip capability. The rising attitude is significantly lower and the front fascia spoiler gives the vehicle 7 inches (178 mm) of ground clearance. A total of 14,921 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 are produced.
Model
Laredo : The Laredo serves as an entry-level Grand Cherokee model that offers A/MF/M radio with single-disc CD player (later, additional audio input jack added), seventeen inch alloy wheels, windows power, door locks, side mirrors, and driver's seats, lumbar support, keyless access to security systems, cloth seating surfaces, dark windows, and six speakers. Features such as leather seating surfaces, heated front seats, side airbags, Boston Acoustics premium sound system, navigation system and CD and MP3 changer, and CD/MP3/Cassette combo can be added to further enhance this model.
Limited : Unlimited trim adds A/M-F/M radio with six-disc CD changer on dashboard, Boston Acoustic premium sound system, full-sized backup tire, and leather seating surface. Features such as sunroof, heated front seats, and chrome wheels can also be added.
Overland added Uconnect's Hands-Free Bluetooth technology, a six-disc CD/MP3 changer on the dashboard with navigation systems, satellite radio, leather seats and suede, heated front seats, sunroof, and chrome wheels.
Diesel
In Europe, South America, South Africa and Australia, the CRD V6 engine produced by Mercedes-Benz is available from the introduction of the Grand Cherokee (WK) in 2005:
- OM642 3.0Ã, L CRD V6 Turbo Diesel with Variable geometry turbocharger (VGT). It produces 215 horsepower (160 kW; 218 PS) and 376 lb ft (510? N? M) of torque at 1,600 to 2,800 rpm at fuel consumption of 17 mpg -US (14 L/100 km ; 20 mpg -imp ) city and 22 mpg -US (11 L/100 km; 26 mpg -low ) highway.
Note: MPG figures are based on the United States Environmental Protection Agency, European consolidated consumption is 27.7 mpg -imp (10.2 L/100 km; 23.1 mpg -US ).
In North America 3.0 CRD is available for MY 2007 and 2008, but worldwide - namely UK, Europe Australia etc, it has Mercedes-sourced engines for vehicle production life from 2005. Mercedes-Benz sourced units meet Euro 4 standards Tighter emissions without the need for filters particulate diesel - which inhibits vehicle efficiency, but - it includes a particulate diesel filter (North America only) that seems to further reduce exhaust emissions. However it is not available for sale in California or certain Northeast countries, due to new stricter emission regulations for non-commercial vehicles. Vehicles can be purchased used in the states of California and Northeast, because the rules apply only to new vehicles.
This machine is also used in most Mercedes-Benz vehicles: C-Class, CLS, E-Class, S-Class, ML-Class, GLK Class, GL-Class, G-Class, R-Class, Vito/Viano, and Dodge/Freightliner/Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Changes to Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005-2005 WK
Throughout its five-year production model, the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK received many changes:
Launched on September 19, 2004 for the 2005 model year, the Grand Cherokee WK is a new product, after a five year development process from 1999 to 2004. The Powertech V6 3.7L engine replaces the 4L Powertech Inline Six-Cylinder (I6) engine, and now produces 210 dk, up 15 horsepower than before. This machine is only available at the Laredo base trim level . The 4.7L High-Power Output V8 Engine is replaced with the newly available HEMI V8 5.7L engine featuring the Multi-Displacement System (MDS), allowing the Grand Cherokee to run on four cylinders at cruising speed to improve the fuel economy of the rankings. The new engine produces 345 horsepower (this engine is only available at top-of-the-line Limited trim levels). The standard 4.8L Power-Tech V8 engine, optional at Laredo base trim level, and standard on upper limit trim levels, was brought from the previous generation WJ Grand Cherokee, and still produces 235 horsepower. The seventeen-inch (17 ") tire and alloy wheels are standard on all models.The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) moves from the overhead console to the instrument cluster, with the control now located at the center of the pile, making it easier for the driver to make changes to the settings while the vehicle is on A Mercedes-Benz sourced from a five-speed automatic transmission is standard with the V6 and HEMI engines, although a five-speed 550RFE automatic transmission carries more on the 4.7L V8-equipped Grand Cherokee, the all-new Grand Cherokee also gets the latest infotainment system, including full-color GPS navigation system 5.8 ", U Connect handsfree Bluetooth phone system, Sirius Satellite Radio, and rear seat DVD entertainment system, known as Video Entertainment System (VES), which also includes a pair of wireless IR headphones. The premium sound system of Boston Acoustics six-speaker, 276 watt also replaces the Infinity Gold system. All four-wheel-drive systems are now computer-assisted for higher traction control, and Quadra-Drive II four-wheel drive systems are now available on almost all Grand Cherokees (see other Wiki pages in Quadra-Drive 2 for more accurate information). The Selec-Trac four-wheel drive system has been discontinued. The Rocky Mountain Edition trim level began production on March 1, 2005, to be sold in late April 2005, and ended at 9,500 samples as of May 31, 2005.
For MY 2006, production began on July 5, 2005 and ended on June 30, 2006. Sales began in September 2005. The 65th Anniversary Edition was introduced, which temporarily replaced Rocky Mountain Edition trim levels. New Overland trim levels, such as the SRT-8 trim levels that began production on November 5, 2005 and went on sale December 20, 2005. Stereo A/MF/M with cassette player and six disks, in-dash CD/MP3 modifiers discontinued. A new 3.0L CRD Diesel V6 engine debuted for Limited and Overland trim levels in mid-2006.
For MY 2007, production began on July 17, 2006 (SRT-8, early August) and ended on July 13, 2007. Sales began on September 1, 2006. The Grand Cherokee Laredo Base grips the door-colored exterior and rear eyebrows. The 26F and 28F packages for Laredo base trim levels are now discontinued, although the 28E Package is now available for Laredo, for those who want a basic model with a V8 engine. The Rocky Mountain Edition is back for 2007. In some countries, the Powertech V8 4.7L engine is now FlexFuel capable, and can now run on E85 Ethanol.
For MY 2008, production began on July 16, 2007 and ended on July 11, 2008. A mid-cycle restyling was launched on September 1, 2007, with a revised front clip, new tail lights, and a combination of new tires and wheels. The revised interior includes the latest infotainment systems, including touch-screen radios, as well as Sirius Backseat TV for rear seat passengers, new steering wheel, revised cluster with white readings, and revised interior trim. Tiles and seat trims are revised on all models. Midyear, Powertech V8 4.7L gets a power boost, now generating 305 horsepower, up 70 horsepower from its previous power rating. The 3.0L CRD Diesel V6 engine was also discontinued in mid-2008. The compacted rear seats are now an option on some models, such as a 115V AC powered household outlet. The 5.7L HEMI V8 engine also gets a power boost, now generating 360 horsepower, up 15 horsepower from previous power ratings.
For MY 2009, production begins on August 11, 2008 and ends on August 10, 2009. 3.0L CRD Diesel V6 engine is discontinued, while the S Limited trim rate, which has been available in Europe, was introduced to the United States.
For MY 2010, production begins on August 17, 2009, with WK production ending on March 12, 2010. 4.7L Powertech V8 engine and Overland level trim are eliminated. The S Limited trim level is also discontinued, as does the Rocky Mountain Edition trim level. The Laredo trim trim level gets the H7 V8 5.7L engine option, and the Limited trim rate gets the 3.7L PowerTech V6 engine option, after the 4.7L PowerTech V8 engine termination for all Grand Cherokee models.
Security
Euro NCAP
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)
NHTSA
Call back
May 2013: Chrysler recalls Grand Cherokee over rolling risks.
References
External links
- Jeep Grand Cherokee in Internet Movie Cars Database
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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