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Jeep Grand Cherokee · Model year 2015

2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs, maintenance & manuals

Everything the manufacturer published about the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee in one place: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 13 manufacturer publications.

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150k miles
Publications
13
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2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee specs & features

Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2015 specification sheets.

General information+
Vehicle TypeFour-door sport-utility vehicle
ConstructionSteel uni-frame
Assembly PlantJefferson Avenue North Assembly Plant, Detroit, Mich.
EPA Vehicle ClassMultipurpose vehicle
IntroductionSummer 2014 as a 2015 model
Body/chassis+
LayoutLongitudinal front engine, transfer case with on demand four-wheel drive
ConstructionSteel uni-frame
Engine: 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 with Fuel Saver Technology+
AvailabilityStandard
Type and Description90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
Displacement, cu. in. (cu. cm.)392 (6,417)
Bore x Stroke4.09 x 3.72 (103.9 x 94.5)
Valve SystemPushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves with sodium-filled exhaust valves and hollow stem intake valves, 16 conventional hydraulic lifters, all with roller tips
Fuel InjectionSequential, multi-port, electronic, returnless; automatic features Fuel Saver mode
ConstructionDeep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers
Compression Ratio10.9:1
Power (SAE J2723)475 hp (354 kW) at 6,000 rpm
Torque (SAE J2723)470 lb.-ft. (637 N•m) at 4,300 rpm
Max. Engine Speed6,400 rpm (electronically limited)
Fuel RequirementPremium 91 octane (R+M)/2 — recommended
Oil Capacity, qt. (liter)7 (6.6)
Coolant Capacity, qt. (liter)14 (13.25)
Factory Oil Fill0W-40 Pennzoil Ultra synthetic
Emission ControlsDual close-coupled three-way catalytic converters, quad-heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features(a)
Exhaust TypeDual exhaust with active valves and dual 4-in. oval black chrome tips
EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy)13/19
Assembly PlantSaltillo Engine Plant, Saltillo, Mexico

(a) Meets Federal Tier 2, Bin 5 emissions requirements; marketed in California as an LEV II (Low Emission Vehicle) under cleanest vehicle rules.

Transmission: 8HP70 eight-speed automatic+
AvailabilityStandard with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine
DescriptionPaddle shift driver interactive manual control and electronically modulated torque converter clutch; with Eco mode
1st4.70
2nd3.13
3rd2.10
4th1.67
5th1.28
6th1.00
7th0.84
8th0.67
Reverse3.53
Final Drive Ratio3.70:1 – Electronic Limited Slip Differential
Overall Top Gear2.48
Transfer case: MP 3010+
AvailabilityStandard with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine
TypeSingle-speed, electronic proportioning
Operating ModesFull-time 4WD
Torque Split, Front/Rear %Variable – 40/60 Auto, 50/50 Snow and Tow, 35/65 Sport and 30/70 Track
Front axles+
Differential TypeConventional
AvailabilityStandard with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine
Ring Gear Diameter7.7 (195)
Axle Ratio3.70:1
Rear axles+
Differential TypeElectronic Limited-slip Differential (ELSD)
AvailabilityStandard with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 engine
Ring Gear Diameter9 (230)
Axle Ratio3.70:1
Electrical system+
AlternatorStandard 220-amp
BatteryGroup 65 maintenance-free 750CCA
Suspension+
FrontShort- and long-arm independent (SLA), coil springs, Bilstein adaptive damping suspension (ADS), upper- and lower-control arms (“A” arms), stabilizer bar
RearMulti-link rear suspension, coil spring, Bilstein adaptive damping suspension (ADS), aluminum lower control arm, independent upper links (tension and camber) plus a separate toe link, stabilizer bar
Steering+
TypeSRT-tuned power rack and pinion
Steering Ratio17.5:1
Turn Circle, ft. (m.)37.1 (11.3)
Lock-to-Lock Steering Wheel Rotations3.369

Turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; it and lock-to-lock turns may differ with optional tires and wheels.

Brakes: front+
Size and Type15.0 x 1.34 (380 x 34) vented disc with Brembo six-piston caliper and ABS
Swept Area, sq. in. (sq. cm.)104.2 (672)
Brakes: rear+
Size and Type13.78 x 1.10 (350 x 28) disc with Brembo four-piston caliper and single-channel ABS
Swept Area, sq. in. (sq. cm.)79.0 (508)
Power AssistSingle-rate, tandem diaphragm vacuum
Dimensions and capacities+
Wheelbase114.8 (2,915)
Track, Front63.7 (1,618)
Track, Rear64.3 (1,633)
Overall Length191.3 (4,859)
Overall Width (Width at Mirrors)84.9 (2,156)
Body Width77.1 (1,958)
Overall Height (at Roof Rail/at Antenna)69.1/76.9 (1,756 /1,952)
Load Floor Height32.4 (823)
Sill Step Height20.7 (527)
Ground Clearance — Minimum8.3 (210.8)
Ground Clearance — Chassis (Fuel Tank)9 (230)
Ground Clearance — Front Axle8.97 (227.8)
Ground Clearance — Rear Axle8.99 (228.3)
Approach Angle, Degrees18.45
Ramp Breakover Angle, Degrees17.84
Departure Angle, Degrees21.9
Frontal Area, sq. ft. (sq. m.)31.5 (2.93)
Drag Coefficient.39
Aero CdA12.2 (Cd x cross-sectional area)
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal. (liter)24.6 (93.1)
Accommodations+
Seating Capacity, Front/Second2/3
Front Seat — Head Room39.9 (1,013)
Front Seat — Legroom40.3 (1,025)
Front Seat — Shoulder Room58.7 (1,491)
Front Seat — Hip Room57.0 (1,449)
Front Seat — Seat Travel11.0 (280)
Front Seat — SAE Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m.)54.6 (1.55)
Rear Seat — Head Room39.2 (995)
Rear Seat — Legroom38.6 (981)
Rear Seat — Shoulder Room58.0 (1,474)
Rear Seat — Hip Room56.2 (1,428)
Rear Seat — Knee Clearance4.3 (110)
Rear Seat — Couple34.6 (880)
Rear Seat — SAE Volume, cu. ft. (cu. m.)50.8 (1.4)
Cargo Volume — Behind Rear Seat, cu. ft. (cu. m.)35.1 (0.99)
Cargo Volume — Rear Seats Folded, cu. ft. (cu. m.)68.7 (1.95)
Weights+
GVWR(a) lbs. (kg)Curb weight(b) lbs. (kg)Payload(c) lbs. (kg)
4WD SRT 6.4-liter HEMI V-86,500 (2,948)5,150 (2,336)1,350 (612)

(a) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. (b) Curb weight includes standard equipment and full quantities of fuel, lubricant and coolant. (c) Payload is the maximum allowable weight of driver, passengers, cargo and options, rounded to the nearest 10 lbs. (5 kg).

Weight distribution, F/R+
4WD54/46
Tires: standard+
Size and TypeP295/45ZR20
Mfr. and ModelPirelli Scorpion Verde – All-season Performance (run flat)
Revs per Mile699
Tires: optional+
Size and TypeP295/45ZR20
Mfr. and ModelPirelli P-Zero – Three-season (run flat)
Revs per Mile699
Wheels: standard+
Type and materialForged aluminum, polished, five-spoke “Goliath”
Size20 x 10
Wheels: optional (Satin Carbon)+
Type and materialForged aluminum, Satin Carbon, split five-spoke “Spider Monkey”
Size20 x 10
Wheels: optional (Black Vapor Chrome)+
Type and materialForged aluminum, Black Vapor Chrome, split five-spoke “Spider Monkey”
Size20 x 10
Trailer towing+
Axle ratioMaximum trailer weight(b) lbs. (kg)
4WD 6.4-liter HEMI V-83.707,200 (3,266)

(a) The heavier trailer ratings require the Trailer Tow Group Class IV for the 6.4-liter engine. (b) Maximum trailer weight = GCWR minus curb weight with hitch minus 300 lbs. for driver and passenger; reduce for optional equipment, cargo and extra passengers. Rounded to nearest 50 lbs. Tongue weight should be 10-15% of loaded trailer weight, not exceeding GVWR or GAWR; load-equalizing hitch recommended above 2,000 lbs.

Source: 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT Specifications (Stellantis media site).

2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee maintenance schedule

The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.

A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first. Engines: 3.6L, 5.7L.

Service20k2 yr30k3 yr40k4 yr50k5 yr60k6 yr70k7 yr80k8 yr90k9 yr100k10 yr110k11 yr120k12 yr130k13 yr140k14 yr150k15 yr
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints.
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary.
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing.
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function.
Inspect transfer case fluid.
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter.
Replace the air conditioning filter.
Replace spark plugs.**
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Change transfer case fluid.
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.

At every oil change interval as indicated by the oil change indicator system

  • Change oil and filter.
  • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
  • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
  • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
  • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
  • Inspect exhaust system.
  • Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.

Severe duty (all models)

  • Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off-road environment.

Once a month or before a long trip

  • Check engine oil level.
  • Check windshield washer fluid level.
  • Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage.
  • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder and power steering, and fill as needed.
  • Check function of all interior and exterior lights.

Notes

  • Oil change indicator can illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) under severe conditions; oil change interval must not exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, whichever comes first.
  • ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only; yearly intervals do not apply.

Transcribed from the printed schedule in the owner's manual.

2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee fluids & capacities

Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.

Fluid capacities

SystemApplies toUSMetric
Fuel tank (approximate)3.6L and 5.7L engines25 gal94 L
Engine oil with filter3.6L engine (SAE 5W-20, API certified)6 qt5.6 L
5.7L engine (SAE 5W-20, API certified)7 qt6.6 L
Cooling system3.6L engine10.4 qt9.9 L
5.7L engine, without Trailer Tow package15.4 qt14.6 L
5.7L engine, with Trailer Tow package16 qt15.2 L

Engine fluids

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Engine coolantOAT (Organic Additive Technology) coolant, 10 Year/150,000 Mile FormulaMS.90032Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT
Engine oil (3.6L engine)SAE 5W-20, API certifiedMS-6395Mopar engine oil
Engine oil (5.7L engine)SAE 5W-20, API certifiedMS-6395Mopar engine oil
Engine oil filterMopar engine oil filter or equivalent—Mopar Engine Oil Filter
Spark plugs (3.6L engine)Mopar spark plugs—Mopar Spark Plugs
Spark plugs (5.7L engine)Mopar spark plugs—Mopar Spark Plugs

Chassis fluids & lubricants

ComponentFluid / gradeStandardMopar product
Automatic transmissionZF 8&9 Speed ATF or equivalent—Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF
Transfer case (Single-speed (Quadra-Trac I))Automatic Transmission Fluid 3353——
Transfer case (Two-speed (Quadra-Trac II))ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid—Mopar ATF+4
Axle differential (front)GL-5 synthetic axle lubricant, SAE 75W-85—Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85
Axle differential (rear) (With electronic limited-slip differential (ELSD))GL-5 synthetic axle lubricant, SAE 75W-85, with friction modifier additive—Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85
Axle differential (rear) (Without electronic limited-slip differential (ELSD))GL-5 synthetic axle lubricant, SAE 75W-85—Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85

Fuel

EngineMinimumEthanol / biodiesel
3.6L engine87 octane Regular unleadedUp to 10% (E10); up to 85% (E85) on flex-fuel models; E85 capable
5.7L engine87 octane Regular unleaded (89 for optimum performance and fuel economy)Up to 10% (E10)

Wheel lug nut torque

WheelsTorqueThreadSocket
Lug nuts/bolts130 ft-lb (176 N·m)M14 x 1.5022 mm
  • Cooling system capacity includes the heater and the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
  • Engine oil capacity listed is with filter.
  • Check the engine oil filler cap for the correct SAE grade.
  • Tighten lug nuts in a star pattern twice; recheck torque after 25 miles (40 km).
  • Methanol and gasoline over 10% ethanol are not approved for non-flex-fuel engines.

Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.

2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee owner's manuals & publications

The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2015 model year.

2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee questions

How much oil does the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee take?

With a filter change: 3.6L engine (SAE 5W-20, API certified), 6 qt / 5.6 L and 5.7L engine (SAE 5W-20, API certified), 7 qt / 6.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.

What kind of oil does the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee use?

3.6L engine: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395); 5.7L engine: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395); and Engine oil filter: Mopar engine oil filter or equivalent.

When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing; inspect the brake linings, parking brake function; replace the air conditioning filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.

Where can I find the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee owner's manual?

The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.

Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.