Exterior dimensions | Interior dimensions | Capacities and weights | Drive systems |
Powertrain | Suspension and chassis | Towing data |
Gear ratios:
Axle - 3.55, 3.73 optional
Overall Top Gear 2.45 —standard; 2.57 —optional
Gear ratios:
Axle - 3.73
Overall Top Gear 2.80—4th; 2.50—5th
On-demand 4-wheel drive transfer case with one operating range - the only operating range is 4-high. Optional on 2004 Laredo models only.
Operating Modes: 4WD High, full-time
Center Differential: Planetary with low-range lock
Torque Split: F/R 48/52
On-demand 4-wheel drive transfer case with two operating ranges and a neutral position. Operating ranges are 4-high and 4-low. The 4-low range is used for extra pulling power in off-road situations. Utilizes a gerotor coupling to automatically send torque to the front driveshaft when wheel slippage occurs.
Operating Modes:
4WD High
Low Range Ratio: 2.72:1
Center Differential: Gerotor pump-applied disc clutch with low-range lock
Torque Split: Variable (0-100%)
Provides full time 2-wheel, or 4-wheel drive operation. A differential in the transfer case is used to control torque transfer to the front and rear axles. A low range gear provides increased low speed torque capability for off road operation. The geartrain is mounted in two aluminum case halves attached with bolts. The mainshaft front and rear bearings are mounted in aluminum retainer housings bolted to the case halves.
Operating Modes:
2WD
Low Range Reduction Ratio: 2.72:1
Center Differential: Open, Planetary with low-range lock
Torque Split: F/R 48/52
On demand, utilizes a gerotor and coupling in the Quadra-Trac II transfer case and gerotor couplings in the Vari-Lok front and rear progressive axles to send torque to the front driveshaft and/or from side-to-side within each axle when wheel slippage occurs; includes low-range (2.72:1)
Exterior dimensions
Length
Wheelbase
105.9"
Overall length
181.7"
Overhang, front / rear
32.1" / 43.6"
Width
Track, front / rear
59.5" / 59.5"
Overall width (at B-pillar)
72.3"
Height
69.4" Drag coefficient
0.450
Windshield slope angle
57.0o
Ground clearance (at curb weight)
Approach angle
36.7o
Breakover angle
22.6o
Departure angle
28.6o
Running ground clearance
Greatest possible (front & rear axels) / Least possible (at TC skid plate)
9.1" / 8.7"
Interior dimensions
Headroom, front / rear
39.7" / 39.5" Legroom, front / rear
41.4" / 35.3" Shoulder room, front / rear
58.9" / 57.8" Hiproom, front / rear
56.5" / 52.4" Knee clearance, rear
0.6" Torso angle, front / rear
24.0o Steering wheel column angle
24.0o Cargo volume cu. ft. (rear seats up / folded)
(See also: Cargo area dimensions)
39.0 / 72.3 Seating Capacity
5
Recliner range
19.3° power seats, 18.0° manual
Travel
7.4" longitudinal; 1.75" vertical/tilt (power only)
Capacities and weights
Fuel tank — gal.
20.5
Base curb weight (2WD) — lb.
Laredo 2WD (4.0)
3786
Laredo 2WD (4.7)
3863
Limited 2WD (4.0)
3895
Limited 2WD (4.7)
3964
Limited 2WD (4.7 H.O.)
3999
Base curb weight (4WD) — lb.
Laredo 4WD (4.0)
3970
Laredo 4WD (4.7)
4041
Limited 4WD (4.0)
4072
Limited 4WD (4.7)
4147
Limited 4WD (4.7 H.O.)
4206
Overland 4WD (4.7 H.O.)
4364
Payload capacity— lb. (with all occupants and cargo) 1000
Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight rating — lb.
4.0L Power Tech I-6
5400
4.7L Power Tech V8 and High-Output V8
5500
Powertrain
Engine
4.0L Power Tech I-6
4.7L Power Tech V8
High-Output 4.7L Power Tech V8
Net Horsepower (bhp) @ rpm
195 @ 4600
235 @ 4800
265 @ 5200
Net Torque lb-ft @ rpm
230 @ 3000
295 @ 3200
325 @ 3600
For additional engine specs see WJ Engine Specifications
Transmission
4-speed automatic with overdrive and lockup torque converter, electronic governor and converter clutch, electronically controlled (4.0L I-6)
1st - 2.74
2nd - 1.54
3rd - 1.0
4th - 0.71
Rev - 3.0
5-speed multi-range automatic with alternate second gear ratio, three planetary gear sets, second overdrive, one overrunning clutch, and lockup torque converter, electronically controlled (45RFE, 4.7L V8)
1st - 3.00
2nd - 1.67 (upshift), 1.50 (kickdown)
3rd - 1.0
4th - 0.75
5th - 0.67
Rev - 3.0
Drive systems
Type 1: NV147 Quadra-Trac ITM
Type 2: NV247 Quadra-Trac IITM
Neutral
4WD Low, part-time
Type 3: NV242 Selec-TracTM
4WD High, full-time
4WD High, part-time
Neutral
4WD Low, part-time
Type 4: Quadra-DriveTM (NV-247 or NV-147 transfer case with Vari-Lok differentials)
Suspension and chassis
Front Suspension
Solid axle for optimum ground clearance with four locating arms, coil springs, track and stabilizer bars, steering damper and low-pressure gas-charged shock absorbers (Monotube high-pressure gas charged shock absorbers on Overland & U/C Pkg); Quadra-Trac II(TM) 4WD-equipped models feature constant velocity joints
Rear Suspension
Solid axle for optimum ground clearance with two trailing lower arms, triangular upper arm, coil springs, stabilizer bar, low-pressure gas-charged shock absorbers (Monotube high-pressure gas charged shock absorbers on Overland & U/C Pkg)
Steering
Power-assisted, recirculating ball
Overall ratio: 14.2:1
Steering Turns (lock-to-lock): 2.94
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft. curb-to-curb
Brake System
Front — Hydraulic, power-assisted low-drag ventilated disc brakes; dual piston calipers; composite steel; 12.0-in rotor diameter
Rear — Hydraulic, power-assisted low-drag disc brakes; single piston calipers; composite steel; 12.0-in rotor diameter
Anti-lock brake system — Three-channel with four-wheel speed sensors and electronic brake distribution (EBD)
Towing data
Engine
Transmission
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
4.0L Power Tech I-6
4-speed automatic
5,000 lb
4.7L Power Tech V8
5-speed automatic
6,500 lb
High-Output 4.7L Power Tech V8
5-speed automatic
6,500 lb
Maximum gross combined weight rating
Class
2WD
4WD
III
9550 lb
7550
IV
11,000 lb
11,000 lb
Tongue Load Limit
III, IV
750 lb
Maximum trailer length
III
25 feet
IV
30 feet
Trailer frontal area limitation of 64 square feet; trailer sway control and low-profile mirrors are recommended. This chart is meant to serve as a quick and easy reference guide on how to properly equip your Jeep Grand Cherokee for towing. For specific details, however, discuss your plans with your Jeep dealer, who will help you select the right equipment to meet your specifications.