Jeep Cherokee III (KJ) 3.7 i V6 (210 hp) Automatic

Gasoline engine with 210 hp (154 kW) and 226 lb-ft (307 Nm), built 2002–2008, off-road body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power210 hp (154 kW)
Torque226 lb-ft (307 Nm)
0–62 mph10.8 s
Top speed112 mph (180 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version3.7 i V6 (210 hp) Automatic
Displacement3.7 L (3,700 cm³)
Cylinders6
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio9-1
Bore93 mm
Stroke90.8 mm

Performance

Power210 hp (154 kW) @ 5200 rpm
Torque226 lb-ft (307 Nm) @ 4000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)10.8 s
Top speed112 mph (180 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City13 mpg (18.8 l/100 km)
Highway17 mpg (14 l/100 km)
Fuel tank20.1 gal (76 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleOff-road vehicle
Doors5
Length174.4 in (4,430 mm)
Width71.7 in (1,820 mm)
Height73.4 in (1,865 mm)
Curb weight3,902 lb (1,770 kg)
Gross vehicle weight5,269 lb (2,390 kg)
Cargo volume29.0 cu ft (820 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionStabilizer bar
Tires235/70 R16
WheelsR16
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Jeep Cherokee with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Jeep Cherokee III (KJ) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
2.4i 16V (147 hp) AWDGasoline147 hp (108 kW)
2.5 CRD (143 hp)Diesel143 hp (105 kW)
3.7 i V6 (210 hp)Gasoline210 hp (154 kW)
2.8 TD (150 hp)Diesel150 hp (110 kW)
2.8 CRDi (163 hp)Diesel163 hp (120 kW)
2.8 CRDi (163 hp) AutomaticDiesel163 hp (120 kW)

← All Jeep Cherokee III (KJ) engines

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