All Jeep modelsJeep CJ: generations and engines
The Jeep CJ was built from 1966 to 1987 in 2 generations, with 11 engine versions in our catalog (off-road vehicle). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years1966–1987
Generations2
Engine versions11
Power60–150 hp
Body stylesOff-road vehicle
FuelGasoline
Timeline
Jeep CJ generations
- 1966–1987
Jeep CJ-5
Engines below - 1976–1983
Jeep CJ-7
Engines below
Specs
Jeep CJ engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Jeep CJ-51966–1987 · 9 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7 (150 hp) | 1966–1971 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | ||||
| 3.8 (100 hp) | 1972–1978 | Gasoline | 100 hp (74 kW) | ||||
| 4.2 (103 hp) | 1972–1987 | Gasoline | 103 hp (76 kW) | ||||
| 5.0 (121 hp) | 1973–1981 | Gasoline | 121 hp (89 kW) | ||||
| 2.5 (88 hp) | 1980–1983 | Gasoline | 88 hp (65 kW) | ||||
| 2.0 (85 hp) | 1983–1987 | Gasoline | 85 hp (63 kW) | ||||
| 2.1 D (60 hp) | 1983–1987 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | ||||
| 2.4 D (60 hp) | 1983–1987 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | ||||
| 2.5 (106 hp) | 1984–1987 | Gasoline | 106 hp (78 kW) |
Jeep CJ-71976–1983 · 2 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 (100 hp) | 1976–1978 | Gasoline | 100 hp (74 kW) | 185 lb-ft (251 Nm) | |||
| 2.5 (82 hp) | 1980–1983 | Gasoline | 82 hp (60 kW) | 125 lb-ft (169 Nm) |
Before you buy
Check a used Jeep CJ
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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