Overview
The Liberty KJ replaced the legendary XJ Cherokee in 2002. It was the first Jeep to use rack-and-pinion steering and the first North American-market Jeep to offer a diesel since 1987.
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Engine & Performance
| Engine | 3.7L PowerTech V6 |
| Configuration | V6, 6-cylinder |
| Displacement | 3.70L () |
| Horsepower | 210 hp @ 5200 rpm |
| Torque | 235 lb-ft (319 Nm) @ 4000 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel System | Sequential MPI |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| 0–60 mph | 8.50 seconds |
Transmission & Drivetrain
| Transmission | 4-speed 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | 4WD |
| Transfer Case | Command-Trac NP231 |
| Front Axle | Dana 30 (live axle) |
| Rear Axle | Dana 35 |
| Axle Ratio | 3.73:1 |
Fuel Economy
| City | 15.0 mpg ( L/100km) |
| Highway | 21.0 mpg ( L/100km) |
| Combined | 17.0 mpg |
| Fuel Tank | 19.50 gal (73.80 L) |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | 104.30" (2649 mm) |
| Length | 174.80" (4440 mm) |
| Width | 71.60" (1818 mm) |
| Height | 70.00" (1778 mm) |
| Ground Clearance | 8.50" ( mm) |
Weight & Capacity
| Curb Weight | 3,761 lbs (1,706 kg) |
| Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) |
| Seating | 5 passengers |
| Doors | 4 |
| Cargo Volume | 27.80 cu ft |
Off-Road Capability
| Approach Angle | 33.10° |
| Departure Angle | 28.10° |
| Water Fording | 19.00" ( mm) |
Suspension & Brakes
| Front Suspension | Live axle, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Live axle, coil springs |
| Steering | Rack and pinion, power assist |
Wheels & Tyres
| Wheel Size | 16" |
| Tyre Size | 235/70R16 |
Pricing
| Base MSRP | $19,855.00 |
Trim Levels
Liberty KJ Sport
Starting MSRP
$19,855.00
Liberty KJ Renegade
Off-road package: skid plates, tow hooks, all-terrain tyres.
Starting MSRP
$22,650.00
Liberty KJ Limited
Leather, sunroof, chrome exterior trim.
Starting MSRP
$25,275.00
Liberty KJ CRD
2005–06. 2.8L VM Motori turbodiesel, 160hp/295lb-ft. 60 more lb-ft than V6.
Starting MSRP
$26,175.00
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