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1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 2WD

1J4GX78Y0VC714272
5.2L V8 OHV 16V
Engine
4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
United States
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 1J4 Jeep · North America · United States
VDS · Descriptor GX78Y Grand Cherokee Limited 2WD
VIS · Vehicle ID 0VC714272 1997 · Serial 714272

Basic Information

MakeJeep
ModelGrand Cherokee
Year1997
TrimLimited 2WD
Body StyleSPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Doors4
ManufacturerJeep
CountryUnited States

Engine & Performance

Engine5.2L V8 OHV 16V
Transmission 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Serial Number714272

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Jeep
Model Grand Cherokee
Trim Level Limited 2WD

Engine & Performance

Displacement 4.0L/242
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 185 @ 4600
Fuel System SMPI
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 220 @ 2400
Engine Type 5.2L V8 OHV 16V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 4A OD
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-manual 3609
Overall Length 177.10
Overall Width 69.30
Overall Height 64.90
Wheelbase 105.90
Standard Seating 5
Standard Towing 2000
Maximum Towing 6700
Standard Payload 1150
Maximum Payload 1150
Wheelbase (in) 105.9
Height, Overall (in) 64.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 69.3

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Standard
Leather Seat Standard
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 23.00
Fuel Economy-city 14 - 16
Fuel Economy-highway 18 - 21
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 21
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 16

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
Child Safety Door Locks Standard
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Recirc
Front Suspension Live
Rear Suspension Live
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Turning Diameter 37.50
Tires 225/70R16
Front Headroom 38.90
Rear Headroom 39.00
Front Legroom 40.90
Rear Legroom 35.70
Front Shoulder Room 59.20
Rear Shoulder Room 57.60
Front Hip Room 56.70
Rear Hip Room 49.30
Ground Clearance 9.40
Track Front 58.50
Track Rear 57.50
Cargo Volume 40.90
Standard GVWR 4759
Maximum GVWR 4759
MSRP $31,360
Dealer Invoice $28,272
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Optional
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 7
Rear Tire Size P225/70R16
Front Tire Size P225/70R16
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 7

Pattern Information

Pattern1J4GX78Y V
WMI 1J4 (United States, North America)