Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK)
| Grand Cherokee (WK) | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer |
DaimlerChrysler (2005-2007) Chrysler LLC (2007-2009) Chrysler Group LLC (2009-2010) |
| Production | 2004–2010 |
| Model years | 2005-2010 |
| Assembly |
Detroit, Michigan, United States Graz, Austria (Magna Steyr) Valencia, Venezuela (Carabobo Assembly) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Jeep Commander |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
3.7 L PowerTech V6 Complete engine specs
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| Transmission | 5-speed 545RFE automatic 5-speed W5A580 automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 109.5 in (2,781 mm) |
| Length | 186.6 in (4,740 mm) 2006–10 SRT-8: 186.6in (4,740mm) |
| Width | body: 73.3 in (1,862 mm) at mirrors:84.3 in (2,141 mm) |
| Height | 2005–07: 67.7 in (1,720 mm) 2008–2010: 68.7 in (1,745 mm) 2008–2010 SRT8: 66.7 in (1,694 mm) |
| Curb weight |
2005 Euro 3.0 CRD (Diesel) 2,210 kg (4,872 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Grand Cherokee (WJ) |
| Successor | Grand Cherokee (WK2) |
2005 Euro 3.0 CRD (Diesel) 2,210 kg (4,872 lb)
Limited 4WD 5.7 L: 4,735 lb (2,148 kg)
The all-new third generation Grand Cherokee (WK) was unveiled at the 2004 New York International Auto Show by Jeep for the 2005 model year. New features for Jeep included Quadra-Drive II four-wheel drive, rear-seat DVD player, and optional 5.7 L Hemi V8 engine. The 3.7 L V6 engine replaced the 4.0 L Straight-6 engine.
The design still emphasized power and luxury, with significant work done on reducing noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH). However, for the first time, Jeep also emphasized on-road performance to a similar extent as the cornerstone of its brand, off-road capability.
This new emphasis on on-road refinement led Jeep to replace the XJ-era live-axle with leading-arms front suspension (found in the ZJ and WJ) with a new design: an independent double-wishbone setup like that which debuted in the 2002 Liberty. The new Jeep changed its philosophy due to what it perceived as increasing demand in the SUV marketplace for on-road performance and decreasing demand for off-road capability.
The 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee made its European debut at the Euro Camp Jeep held in Ardèche, France.
The Grand Cherokee received a minor facelift for 2008. The bottom part of the headlights became rounded and High Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlamps with auto leveling were added and the lower portion of the front bumper became removable to increase the approach angle for off-road use. The 4.7 L was refined, now producing 305 hp (227 kW; 309 PS), and 334 lb·ft (453 N·m).
The 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is available with an improved 5.7 L Hemi engine rated at 360 hp (268 kW; 365 PS) and 390 lb·ft (530 N·m) of torque. The engine uses variable valve timing to increase fuel economy.
The Laredo was the base trim level of the Grand Cherokee between 2005 and 2010, and continues to be the base Grand Cherokee trim level to this day. Standard features included: the 3.7L Power-Tech V6 engine with 5-speed automatic transmission, seventeen-inch (17") alloy wheels, a full-sized spare tire and spare wheel, cloth seating surfaces, a 6-way power front driver's seat, an A/M-F/M stereo with CD player (and later, an auxiliary audio input jack), 6 speakers, black body-side inserts and front and rear bumper inserts (both chrome in 2010), remote steering wheel-mounted audio system controls, a driver's information center (VIC), keyless entry, and more. Many features available on the luxurious Limited trim were also available on the base Laredo trim level.
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