Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport (2008) price & specs
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Overview
The 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 1st January 2009 classified as a JK. The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is regarded as a large SUV built in USA with prices starting at $36,990 before on-road costs.
This Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is powered by a 3.8L 6-cylinder engine that has 146 kW of power (at 5000 rpm) and 315 Nm of torque (at 4000 rpm) via a Four-speed Automatic transmission. Jeep claims the Wrangler Unlimited Sport uses 11.8L/100km of Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 282g of CO2. It has a 85L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 720km per full tank
It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
The 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport has a 238mm ground clearance with a 2300kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Width | 1,877 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,865 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,947 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,250 mm |
| Load Capacity | 574 mm |
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Explore Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 6.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 4.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 282
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 96.0
Engine (cc): 3778
Compression Ratio: 9.6
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 3.8
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Stroke Engine: 87.0
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Valve
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 22.5
Main Capacity (L): 85
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 18.7
Main Type: Total
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 8.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 11.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 24
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 20
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 11.8
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 199
Maximum Power (kW): 146
Maximum Torque (Nm): 315
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Drive
Assisted Four-Wheel Drive Selection: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Hub Engagement: Automatic Hubs
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selectable While Driving: yes
Selection: Manual
Speed Limited Manual Only: yes
Transmission
Code: 42rle-Vlp
Description: Automatic
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Number of Speeds: 4
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Beam
Front Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 113
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 113
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: JK
Wheelbase Type: Long
Mud Flaps
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Step
Step Location: Side
Side Step Type: Tube
Underbody Protection
Location: Fuel Tank
Location: Transfer Case
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 81.9
Rear Seat Down (L): 2320
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12250
Front Track (in): 61.9
Front Track (mm): 1572
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.4
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 238
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 40.2
Overall Height (in): 73.4
Overall Height (mm): 1865
Overall Width (in): 73.9
Overall Width (mm): 1877
Rear Track (in): 61.9
Rear Track (mm): 1572
Wheelbase (in): 116.0
Wheelbase (mm): 2947
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.4
Front Headroom (mm): 1025
Rear Headroom (in): 40.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 1025
Front Hip Room (in): 44.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1136
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1440
Front Leg Room (in): 35.6
Front Leg Room (mm): 905
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.2
Rear Leg Room (mm): 945
Front Shoulder Room (in): 61.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1566
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.8
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1443
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 36.5
Departure Angle: 29.8
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Single Hinged
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Fixed Hoop
Convertible Roof
Hard Colour: Black
Hard Operation: Removable
Roof Hard Type: Hard
Roof Soft Colour: Black
Roof Soft Operation: Removable
Roof Soft Type: Soft
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2300
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5071
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2540
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5600
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1966
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4334
Audio System
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 12000
Distance (miles): 7456
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