Jeep Liberty (KK)

Jeep Liberty (KK)
Jeep Liberty (KK)
Overview
Manufacturer	Chrysler LLC (2008–2009); Chrysler Group LLC (2010–2012)
Also called	Jeep Cherokee (KK)
Production	2007–August 16, 2012
Model years	2008–2012
Designer	Dan Zimmermann (2004)
Body and chassis
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive
Related	Dodge Nitro; Jeep Grand Cherokee; Jeep Commander; Jeep Wrangler
Powertrain
Engine	2.8 L VM Motori RA 428 DOHC CRD I4 (turbo-diesel); 3.7 L Chrysler PowerTech V6 (gasoline);
Transmission	4-speed Ultradrive 42RLE automatic; 5-speed Mercedes-Benz W5A580 automatic; 6-speed Chrysler NSG370 manual;
Dimensions
Wheelbase	106.1 in (2,695 mm)
Length	176.9 in (4,493 mm) (2008–2010); 176.1 in (4,473 mm) (2011–2013);
Width	72.4 in (1,839 mm) (2008–2010); 73.1 in (1,857 mm) (2011–2013);
Height	74.9 in (1,902 mm) (2008–2010); 71.3 in (1,811 mm) (2011–2013);
Curb weight	3,985–4,780 lb (1,808–2,168 kg)
Chronology
Predecessor	Jeep Liberty (KJ)
Successor	Jeep Cherokee (KL)

The Jeep Liberty (KK), or Jeep Cherokee (KK) outside North America, is a compact SUV that was manufactured by Jeep. Introduced in 2008 as a successor to the first generation Liberty (KJ). The Liberty features unibody construction and was assembled at the Toledo North Assembly Plant in the United States and other countries, including Egypt and Venezuela. In 2010, Jeep estimated that 70% of Liberty buyers were first-time Jeep owners.