Diesel for Jeep Grand Cherokee
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The new turbo-diesel Jeep Grand Cherokee
has a 3,500 kg tow capacity.
The 3.0 litre diesel engine is Fiat sourced.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland (above).
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Grand Cherokee arrives
1st February, 2011
22nd June, 2011
- New 3.0-litre turbo, direct-injection V6 diesel engine for the all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee
- Fitted with MultiJet II technology developed by Fiat Powertrain
- New engine delivers more power, torque and fuel efficiency with lower emissions
- 3,500 kg tow capacity
- Now available in Australia from $50,000*
The multi-award winning 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is now available in Australia with a new 3.0-litre
turbo diesel engine. The new engine is more powerful, more fuel efficient and produces lower emissions
than its predecessor, while being able to tow up to 3,500 kg.
“The arrival of the new turbo diesel is icing on the cake of the all-new Grand Cherokee range”
said Dean Bonthorne, Chrysler Australia’s Senior Manager, Marketing & Corporate Communications.
“It’s no secret that Australians love a torquey, fuel-efficient diesel in this category, and just
like so many other aspects of the Grand Cherokee, this highly anticipated new powerplant has exceeded
all expectations.”
Built by VM Motori and developed together with Fiat Powertrain, a company of Fiat S.p.a., the new
3.0-litre turbo diesel engine produces 177 kW at 4,000 rpm with 550 Nm of torque at 1,800-2,800 rpm.
This translates to 10 per cent more power and eight per cent more torque than the engine it replaces.
Even with its improved performance, fuel economy for the new 3.0-litre turbo diesel engine is 8.3
L/100 km on the combined cycle, an improvement of 19 per cent over the prior diesel engine. CO2 emissions
(combined cycle) are also reduced by 20 per cent, now at 218 g/km.
The V6 turbo diesel engine is fitted with new-generation, 1,800-bar injectors with new MultiJet II
technology. This was developed and patented by Fiat Powertrain and which made its debut in 2009 on the
1.3-litre diesel engine equipped on the Punto Evo.
Engine Block Structure
The new 3.0-litre turbo diesel engine features a compressed graphite iron, 60-degree block with
aluminium cylinder heads and a two-piece structural aluminium oil pan. Bore is 83 mm (3.27 in) and stroke
is 92 mm (3.62 in) for a total displacement of 2,987 cm3 (182 in3). Bore spacing is 96 mm (3.78 in).
The engine block features a crankcase architecture with stiffened construction, including a bedplate
that provides a rigid and stiff carrier for the crankshaft. This in turn helps reduce overall noise from
the lower reciprocating assembly and contributes to significant improvements in overall noise, vibration
and harshness.
Engine Performance Features
The induction system includes swirl control to optimise combustion. Fitted between the intake system
and the combustion chamber, the swirl control effectively provides an ideal air/fuel mixture at all
levels of engine speed.
Precise fuel delivery is through a 1,800-bar common-rail fuel-injection system. Thanks to the new
MultiJet II technology, which makes use of a special balanced solenoid valve, the new injector is capable
of making up to eight injections per cycle with the possibility of managing the two main injections in
a single modular profile (IRS – Injection Rate Shaping). This guarantees a reduction in consumption and
polluting emissions of approximately two per cent compared to a traditional injector and ensures a drastic
reduction in noise levels.
Fuel Economy and Emissions
Fuel economy for the Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 3.0-litre turbo diesel engine is rated at 10.3 L/100
km on the urban cycle and 7.2 L/100 km on the extra-urban cycle. For the combined cycle, the fuel economy
is rated at an appealling 8.3 L/100 km.
For this engine, cast-iron exhaust manifolds are utilised. Additional emissions controls include a
close-coupled diesel oxidation catalyst and standard diesel particulate filter. Euro 5 emissions are met
through an exhaust-gas recirculation (EGR) system that includes an EGR valve with DC motor and a
high-performance EGR cooler with bypass valve.
CO2 emissions are reduced to 270 g/km for the urban cycle and 188 g/km for the extra-urban cycle.
Combined cycle CO2 emissions are now 218 g/km.
Line-up
Jeep Grand Cherokee is now offered in Australia in all trim lines, including Laredo, Limited and
Overland. All models will offer this new 3.0-litre turbo diesel, while the Laredo and Limited come standard
with the new 3.6-litre V6 Pentastar engine. The legendary 5.7-litre HEMI V8 is optional on Limited and
standard on Overland.
The new diesel engine is now available in Jeep showrooms, joining two petrol engines to round out the
powertrain line-up.
The all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee features the first application of the all-new 3.6-litre Pentastar V6
petrol engine. This V6 engine with variable valve timing (VVT) delivers 210 kW of power and 347 Nm of
torque.
The Grand Cherokee is also available with the renowned 5.7-litre HEMI V8 petrol engine. Also with VVT,
this inspiring engine delivers 259 kW of power and 520 Nm of torque. The engine’s Multi-Displacement System
(MDS) helps manage fuel efficiency and can cut fuel delivery to four cylinders under certain driving
conditions.
Specifications
| Jeep Grand Cherokee (diesel) |
3.0L DOHC 24-valve V6 Direct Injection Turbo Diesel |
(Outgoing 2010 model) |
| Power (kW @ rpm) |
177 @ 4,000 |
(MY10: 160 @ 4,000) |
| Torque (Nm @ rpm) |
550 @ 1,800-2,800 |
(MY10: 510 @ 1,600-2,400) |
| Capacity (cc) |
2,987 |
(MY10: 2,987cc) |
| Automatic transmission |
5-speed (W5A580) with manual shift mode |
5-speed (W5A580) with manual shift mode |
Fuel consumption
| Jeep Grand Cherokee (diesel) |
Fuel consumption (L/100 km) |
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| Urban cycle |
10.3 |
(MY10: 13.1) |
| Extra-urban cycle |
7.2 |
(MY10: 8.6) |
| Combined cycle |
8.3 |
(MY10: 10.2) |
Manufacturer's List Pricing*
(Base Vehicle Price excluding state/territory government statutory charges & dealer delivery)
| Jeep Grand Cherokee |
3.6L V6 Petrol |
5.7L V8 Petrol |
3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel |
| Laredo |
$45,000* |
NA |
$50,000* |
| Limited |
$55,000* |
$60,000* |
$60,000* |
| Limited 70th |
$58,500* |
$63,500* |
$63,500* |
| Overland |
NA |
$69,500* |
$69,500* |
All-new Jeep Grand Cherokee
Nearly two decades ago, Jeep entered the premium sport-utility vehicle (SUV) segment with the
introduction of the Jeep Grand Cherokee. More than 4 million sales later, Jeep improves the formula
and provides the ideal balance between iconic 4x4 capability and on-road refinement with the all-new
Grand Cherokee.
The all-new Grand Cherokee delivers premium on-road performance while maintaining the Jeep brand’s
legendary four-wheel-drive, torque-on-demand two-speed transfer case and unsurpassed towing capability.
It also offers true craftsmanship, a sleek new exterior design, a world-class interior cabin, improved
fuel economy and a host of safety and technology features.
The all-new Quadra-Lift™ air suspension system is a first for Jeep, providing a total of 105 mm of
lift span. Quadra-Lift features five height settings and operates automatically or may be controlled
manually via console controls. In addition, the all-new Selec-Terrain™ traction control system allows
the driver to choose from five driving conditions in order to achieve the best driving experience on
all terrains. New front and rear independent suspension systems deliver premium on-road handling and
comfort.
2011 Jeep vehicle line-up
Jeep builds on its tradition of providing unique, iconic, versatile and capable vehicles for 2011,
with its next-generation, premium flagship vehicle – the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee – and with significant
changes across the Jeep vehicle line-up.
With the greatest range of SUVs under one brand, the Jeep vehicle portfolio in Australia consists of:
- Grand Cherokee: The most capable and luxurious Grand Cherokee ever, balancing legendary Jeep capability
with sophistication to deliver a premium driving experience for all adventures
- Cherokee: The mid-size SUV that offers Jeep 4x4 capability combined with on-road refinement and numerous
innovative features, including the industry-exclusive full-length Sky Slider® open canvas roof
- Patriot: A compact SUV delivering the fun, adventure and value only Jeep can offer, with unsurpassed 4x4
fuel economy and segment leading capability
- Wrangler: The icon of the Jeep brand, it remains true to its heritage as the original fun-and-freedom
machine. For 2011, it boasts an all-new interior, and more efficient 2.8L CRD turbo diesel engine option
- Wrangler Unlimited: The only four-door convertible SUV on the market with room for five adult passengers,
Wrangler Unlimited receives an all-new interior for 2011 and enhanced optional 2.8L CRD turbo diesel engine
Jeep Brand
Built on seven decades of legendary heritage, Jeep is the authentic sport-utility vehicle (SUV) with
class-leading capability, craftsmanship and versatility for people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep
brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the fullest by offering a full line of vehicles that
continue to provide owners with a sense of security to handle any journey with confidence.
Whether identified by their ownership of multiple Jeep vehicles, or their regular attendance at branded
events, or by their abundance of Jeep gear – branded products from clothing to baby strollers – Jeep owners
all have one common trait: a Jeep vehicle delivering benchmark, all-weather capability that allows them to go
anywhere and do anything. It’s not unusual to see Jeep owners sporting a bumper sticker that reads, “It’s a
Jeep thing…you wouldn’t understand.”
NOTE: * Manufacturer's List Price (MLP) excludes dealer delivery fees and the numerous statutory
charges (commonly known as on-road costs). Additionally, please note that all prices, fees and charges are
subject to change without notice, as are the specifications.
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