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2012 Jeep Liberty
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$23,395
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N/A
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$24,795
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8.6
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Overview
Engine
3.7L V6 Gas
Engine
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
N/A
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 16 MPG
Hwy: 22 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
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Performance Specs
Engine and Transmission
Engine
3.7L V6 Gas
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
N/A
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Weight and Towing
Curb Weight
4,076 lbs
3,449 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
1,500 lbs
Fuel and MPG
Fuel Economy
Combined
18 MPG
29 MPG
City
16 MPG
26 MPG
Highway
22 MPG
33 MPG
Emissions
CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
10.4 Tons/yr
6.1 Tons/yr
EPA rating
3
N/A
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.5 gallons
16.6 gallons
Cruising Range City
312 miles
431.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
429 miles
547.8 miles
Dimensions and Measurement
Exterior Dimensions
Length
176.1 in
182.1 in
Height
71.3 in
67.5 in
Max Width
73.1 in
71.5 in
Front Width
61 in
61.6 in
Rear Width
61 in
61.8 in
Wheelbase
106.1 in
105.1 in
Ground Clearance
7.8 in
8.7 in
Interior Space
Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.8 in
43.3 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.4 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.1 in
58.2 in
Front Seat Hip Room
52.7 in
54.1 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.2 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
40.8 in
39.6 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56.6 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
52.6 in
53.6 in
Cargo Space
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
60.9 ft³
76.1 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
25.2 ft³
31.1 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
N/A
31.1 ft³
Wheels and Suspension
Steering
Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.5 ft
35.4 ft
Wheels
Wheels Type
N/A
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x 7.0"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 7.0"
17" x 7"
Suspension
Front Suspension
A-Arms
Strut
Rear Suspension
Live Axle
Double Wishbone
Tires
Front Tire
P225/75R16
P225/60HR17
Rear Tire
P225/75R16
P225/60HR17
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact
Colors and Materials
Standard Exterior Colors
Black Forest Green Pearl
Bright Silver Metallic
Bright White
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl
Canyon Brown Pearl
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl
Mineral Gray Metallic
Natural Green Pearl
Rescue Green Metallic
True Blue Pearl
Winter Chill Pearl
Crystal Black Silica
Crystal White Pearl
Horizon Blue Pearl
Ice Silver Metallic
Jasper Green Metallic
Magnetite Gray Metallic
Standard Interior Materials
N/A
Black, Cloth Upholstery
Gray, Cloth Upholstery
Features and Options
Infotainment
HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Optional
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard
Interior Trim
Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Not Available
Comfort
Navigation System
Optional
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Optional
Not Available
Safety
Safety Features
Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
US NHTSA crash test result
Overall Rating
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Side Crash Rating
Rollover Rating
Airbags
Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Warranty
Warranty Summary
Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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