Engines1989–1997

What engines does the Jeep Cherokee (1989-1997) come with?

The Jeep Cherokee (1989-1997) was offered with 7 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.

EnginePowerTorqueTransmissionDriveTop speed0-100 km/hConsumptionAvailable on
4.0L Petrol185 hp296 NmAutomaticAll Wheel Drive180 km/h9.5 s12.8 l/100km5 trims
4.0L Petrol185 hp296 NmManualAll Wheel Drive180 km/h9.5 s12.8 l/100km2 trims
4.0L Petrol184 hp290 NmAutomaticAll Wheel Drive180 km/h10.1 s14.2 l/100km2 trims
4.0L Petrol184 hp290 NmManualAll Wheel Drive180 km/h9.5 s12.8 l/100km1 trim
2.5L Petrol122 hp200 NmManualAll Wheel Drive165 km/h13.0 s12.7 l/100km3 trims
2.5L Diesel116 hp262 NmManualAll Wheel Drive162 km/h12.3 s9.1 l/100km2 trims
2.1L Diesel87 hp184 NmManualAll Wheel Drive142 km/h22.3 s9.8 l/100km5 trims
How this is measured

Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.

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