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ZJ
Jeep Grand Cherokee ZJ
1993–1998 · 4-door SUV (body-on-frame) · Mid-size SUV
Horsepower
190 hp
Torque
225 lb-ft
Engine
4.0L AMC Power Tech Inline-6
Drivetrain
4WD
0–60 mph
10.20s
Towing
5,000 lbs
Overview
The first-generation Grand Cherokee (ZJ) launched when Chrysler president Robert Lutz drove one through a plate-glass window at the 1992 Detroit Auto Show. It won Motor Trend Truck of the Year for 1993 and placed on Car & Driver's 10 Best list.
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Engine & Performance
| Engine | 4.0L AMC Power Tech Inline-6 |
| Configuration | Inline-6, 6-cylinder |
| Displacement | 4.00L (Naturally Aspirated) |
| Horsepower | 190 hp @ 4750 rpm |
| Torque | 225 lb-ft (305 Nm) @ 3000 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel System | Sequential MPI |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| 0–60 mph | 10.20 seconds |
| Top Speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Transmission & Drivetrain
| Transmission | 4-speed 4-speed automatic |
| Gearbox Name | 42RE TorqueFlite |
| Drivetrain | 4WD |
| Transfer Case | NP231 Command-Trac / NP249 Quadra-Trac |
| Front Axle | Dana 30 |
| Rear Axle | Dana 35 (Dana 44 w/ V8 tow pkg) |
| Axle Ratio | 3.55:1 |
Fuel Economy
| City | 15.0 mpg ( L/100km) |
| Highway | 20.0 mpg ( L/100km) |
| Combined | 17.0 mpg |
| Fuel Tank | 23.00 gal (87.00 L) |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | 105.90" (2690 mm) |
| Length | 177.10" (4498 mm) |
| Width | 70.70" (1796 mm) |
| Height | 64.00" (1626 mm) |
| Ground Clearance | 8.60" (218 mm) |
Weight & Capacity
| Curb Weight | 3,770 lbs (1,710 kg) |
| GVWR | 5,050 lbs |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) |
| Seating | 5 passengers |
| Doors | 4 |
| Cargo Volume | 36.40 cu ft |
Suspension & Brakes
| Front Suspension | Live axle, coil springs, leading arms |
| Rear Suspension | Live axle, coil springs, trailing arms |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brakes | Drum (disc on Limited) |
| Steering | Recirculating ball, power assist |
Wheels & Tyres
| Wheel Size | 15" |
| Tyre Size | 225/70R15 |
Pricing
| Base MSRP | $23,745.00 |
Trim Levels
Grand Cherokee ZJ SE
Base trim, cloth interior, 4.0L I6.
Starting MSRP
$23,745.00
Grand Cherokee ZJ Laredo
Mid-range: power windows/locks, cruise, leather-wrap wheel.
Starting MSRP
$26,275.00
Grand Cherokee ZJ Orvis Edition
1995–98 special edition with Orvis fishing/outdoor branding.
Starting MSRP
$30,500.00
Grand Cherokee ZJ Limited
Top trim: leather, auto climate, 5.2L V8 optional.
Starting MSRP
$31,620.00
Grand Cherokee ZJ 5.9 Limited
1998 only. 5.9L 245hp V8. 0–60 in 7.1s. Rarest and fastest ZJ.
Starting MSRP
$40,000.00
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