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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 Photos, engines & full specs

Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Large SUV
Production years: 2012, 2013, 2014

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Jeep launched the second generation of the SRT8 version for the Grand Cherokee in 2012, proving that a big chunky American SUV can keep up with sports cars, at least in straight-line acceleration.

The American automaker had tried to produce a high-powered Grand Cherokee since 1997, when it unveiled the 5.9-liter version. Then, in 2006, it brought the first fully-fledged SRT8 moniker on the SUV's tailgate, establishing a new standard in power for the brand. By 2012 though, thanks to the improved platform inherited from Mercedes-Benz, it launched a second iteration of the nameplate.

While many customers were not exactly pleased by the new model's look, the 2012 SRT 8 had enough aces up its sleeves to convince them. The ground clearance was diminished compared to its siblings, a broad air intake was placed in the redesigned lower bumper and adorned with LED daytime running lights, and the seven-slat grille got chromed trims. Yet, unlike its predecessor, it didn't look that much different than the rest of the Grand Cherokee range from its profile, bar the unique five double-spoke design wheels.

Inside, it was a huge step forward in terms of quality, fit and finish. In addition, customers could enjoy the high-bolstered bucket seats at the front sporting SRT lettering embroidered on the seatbacks' fronts. Another unique option for this high-powered version was for the real carbon-fiber trims. The instrument cluster looked similar to other ones installed on the Grand Cherokee versions, but this one featured new options for the LCD placed between the dials.

Powering this 5150 lbs (2336 kg) beast was a 6.4-liter naturally-aspirated V8 that featured cylinder deactivation. Still, due to the old five-speed automatic, it couldn't keep fuel efficiency to stunning values.

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JEEP Grand Cherokee SRT-8 2012, 2013, 2014
  1 gasoline engine
  • 6.4L V8 5AT AWD (461 HP)

JEEP Grand Cherokee SRT-8
6.4L V8 5AT AWD (461 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 6.4L V8 5AT AWD (461 HP)
Cylinders:V8
Displacement:6424 cm3
Power:343 KW @ 6000 RPM
467 HP @ 6000 RPM
460 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:465 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM
630 Nm @ 4200 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:155 mph (249 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):4.8 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:All Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:380 x 34 Vented Discs
Rear:350 x 28 Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:295/45ZR20
DIMENSIONS
Length:191.3 in (4859 mm)
Width:84.9 in (2156 mm)
Height:70.1 in (1781 mm)
Front/rear Track:63.7/64.3 in (1,618/1,633 mm)
Wheelbase:114.8 in (2916 mm)
Ground Clearance:8.3 in (211 mm)
Cargo Volume:35.1 cuFT (994 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.39
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:5150 lbs (2336 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:6499 lbs (2948 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:11.3 mpg US (20.8 L/100Km)
Highway:23.3 mpg US (10.1 L/100Km)
Combined:16.7 mpg US (14.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:328 g/km
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