Jeep Cherokee III (KJ) (2001–2008)
The Jeep Cherokee III (KJ) was offered with 7 engine versions (4 diesel, 3 gasoline), from 143 to 210 hp, built 2001–2008.
EnlargeProduction years2001–2008
Body styleOff-road vehicle
Doors5
Length177.0 in (4,496 mm) – 174.4 in (4,430 mm)
Width71.6 in (1,819 mm) – 71.7 in (1,820 mm)
Height73.5 in (1,866 mm) – 73.4 in (1,865 mm)
Cargo volume32.1 cu ft (909 l) – 29.0 cu ft (820 l)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70 l) – 20.1 gal (76 l)
All Jeep Cherokee III (KJ) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4i 16V (147 hp) AWD | 2001–2005 | Gasoline | 147 hp (108 kW) | 159 lb-ft (215 Nm) | 104 mph (167 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | ||
| 2.5 CRD (143 hp) | 2002–2008 | Diesel | 143 hp (105 kW) | 253 lb-ft (343 Nm) | 13.5 s | 106 mph (170 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| 3.7 i V6 (210 hp) | 2002–2008 | Gasoline | 210 hp (154 kW) | 226 lb-ft (307 Nm) | 10.8 s | 112 mph (180 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| 3.7 i V6 (210 hp) Automatic | 2002–2008 | Gasoline | 210 hp (154 kW) | 226 lb-ft (307 Nm) | 10.8 s | 112 mph (180 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| 2.8 TD (150 hp) | 2003–2008 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 266 lb-ft (360 Nm) | 12.6 s | 108 mph (174 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| 2.8 CRDi (163 hp) | 2004–2008 | Diesel | 163 hp (120 kW) | 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) | 12.8 s | 108 mph (174 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| 2.8 CRDi (163 hp) Automatic | 2004–2008 | Diesel | 163 hp (120 kW) | 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) | 12.2 s | 108 mph (174 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.