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Overview
Variant
ELX
Variant
Night Eagle
Body type
Utility
Body type
Utility
Engine size
2.2 L
Engine size
3.6 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
8.6 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
12.4 / 100 km
Power and torque
133kW / 400Nm
Power and torque
209kW / 347Nm
872km
672km
Warranty
7 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
4
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
3 Stars
Specifications
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
—
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 226
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 247
CO2 Level (Combined): 288
CO2 Level (Urban): 358
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 86.2
Engine (cc): 2157
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: E-Xdi220
Engine (L): 2.2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.4
Engine
Bore Engine: 96.0
Engine (cc): 3604
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: ERC
Engine (L): 3.6
Number of Cylinders: 6
Stroke Engine: 83.0
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.8
Main Capacity (L): 75
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 16.5
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 22.0
Main Capacity (L): 83
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 18.3
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.40
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 872
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 542
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 33
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 27
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 13.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 33
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 10.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 26
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 22
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 672
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 418
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 8.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 12.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 23
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 19
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 9.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 10.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 27
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 22
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 6.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 15.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 18
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 15
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 181
Maximum Power (kW): 133
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1400
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 284
Maximum Power (kW): 209
Maximum Torque (Nm): 347
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4100
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.6
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 12.4
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selection: Manual
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selection: Manual
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Limited Slip Differential
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Transmission
Code: Awr6b45
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: 850re
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Power Steering
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Power Steering
Type: Electro-Hydraulic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
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: 107
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Mud & Snow
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 107
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Mud & Snow
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 112
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 112
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Tray/Tub
Liner: Composite
Type: Straight Side
Tray/Tub
Type: Straight Side
Load Restraint
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Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 22.8
Departure Angle: 23.4
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 40.7
Departure Angle: 25.1
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 35.7
Cargo Volume (L): 1011
Height (in): 22.4
Height (mm): 570
Length (in): 51.2
Length (mm): 1300
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 43.3
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1100
Width (in): 61.8
Width (mm): 1570
Cargo Area Dimensions
Length (in): 60.3
Length (mm): 1532
Loading Floor Height (in): 34.8
Loading Floor Height (mm): 884
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 44.8
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1138
Width (in): 56.8
Width (mm): 1443
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Front Overhang (in): 35.1
Front Overhang (mm): 891
Front Track (in): 64.6
Front Track (mm): 1640
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 215
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Overall Height (in): 72.4
Overall Height (mm): 1840
Overall Length (in): 200.6
Overall Length (mm): 5095
Overall Width (in): 76.8
Overall Width (mm): 1950
Rear Overhang (in): 43.5
Rear Overhang (mm): 1105
Rear Track (in): 64.6
Rear Track (mm): 1640
Wheelbase (in): 122.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3100
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13600
Front Track (in): 64.4
Front Track (mm): 1636
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 249
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 44.6
Overall Height (in): 75.0
Overall Height (mm): 1905
Overall Length (in): 220.1
Overall Length (mm): 5591
Overall Width (in): 74.6
Overall Width (mm): 1894
Rear Track (in): 64.4
Rear Track (mm): 1636
Wheelbase (in): 137.3
Wheelbase (mm): 3488
Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Utility
Platform Code: Ssangyong Y
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Utility
Platform Code: JT
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Trailer Towing Preparation
—
Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Underbody Protection
—
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Black Trim
—
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Step
—
Step
Step Location: Side
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Doors
Rear Height (in): 25.4
Rear Height (mm): 645
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
Rear Width (in): 59.2
Rear Width (mm): 1503
Cargo Doors
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
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
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
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Wind-Up
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Wind-Up
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Third Row Windows
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Third Row Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Privacy Glass
—
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 6380
Gross Train Weight (lb): 14066
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2880
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6349
Payload Allowance (kg): 790
Payload Allowance (lb): 1742
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2090
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4608
Tare Weight (kg): 2035
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 350
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2721
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5999
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 5601
Gross Train Weight (lb): 12348
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2880
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6349
Payload Allowance (kg): 693
Payload Allowance (lb): 1528
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2187
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4822
Tare Weight (kg): 2135
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 272
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 9
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Cruise Control
—
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Voice Activating System
—
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 8.40
Parking Assistance
—
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Remote Services
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Colour High Gloss
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: lap
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
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Autonomous Drive
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Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 60.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 80.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20190101
ANCAP Overall: 3.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 49.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 51.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited 4 Door Lhd 2.2 Diesel
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Below Seat Storage
—
Below Seat Storage
Location: Rear
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Ventilation System
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Ventilation System
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 12000
Distance (miles): 7456
Period (Months): 12
Roof
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Convertible Roof
Hard Glass Rear Window: yes
Hard Operation: Manual
Roof Hard Type: Hard
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