Any ideas what fuel economy will be for this pig?

[JTS97Z28]

I know specific details have yet to be released about the new SRT8, but based on figures for the other SRT vehicles that have been released with the new motor, does anyone think there is going to be any real improvement in fuel economy for the new Jeep SRT8? I understand its heavier than the previous model and obviously has more HP. I sold my 2008 SRT8 last year because I just got soo sick of filling up every other day it was ridiculous. I was kind of hoping that the new one might see some improvements, but since Jeep did absolutely nothing to significantly improve the WK2 hemi economy I would imagine the new SRT8 will be just as bad or maybe even worse than the previous generation SRT. I so wish it were better because I truely want a fun daily driven WK2 SRT8, but being realistic as a daily driver its a joke. I would be better off keeping my current daily driver sedan and get myself back into another 505hp C6 Z06 vette than can do 22 city and 30mpg hwy.
I know no one would buy a SRT8 or even let alone a regular Grand Cherokee for fuel economy, but unless your filthy rich I would imagine getting 8mpg on a daily driver would kind of piss you off to lol (Ok I exaggerated I used to get 12 in my 08 SRT).

So what are your thoughts on this? Worse, similar, or better MPG for the new WK2 SRT8?

[Keyser]

I guess about the same even though they say it will have cylinder deactivation,more weight+more horsepower,same 5 speed box= even/nul

[Jeff_Jeske]

I suspect this will be a concern for most everyone...... Rumor has it gas will be over $4/gallon soon and it will continue to climb.

I really don't feel like paying a gas guzzler tax and then having it be so thirsty that I don't want to drive it.

[Milous]

I really don't feel like paying a gas guzzler tax and then having it be so thirsty that I don't want to drive it.
No GG tax for the GC SRT since it's classified as a "truck".

[Marlin]

Will be similar to previous I'd reckon, but the new larger tank will at least mean fill ups are less common and range should be improved!

[White Chocolate]

If you can't afford the fill ups, dont buy it ;)

[JTS97Z28]

If you can't afford the fill ups, dont buy it ;)

It's not a matter of being able to afford it because if your buying a 50K suv I would assume you can. It's a matter of being so poor on gas that it's basically annoying especially if it's going to be daily driven. User Marlin above made a good point that atleast it has a larger gas tank to maybe take a little pain away of having to fill it up every 3 days like on the WK SRT.
If possibly the new one is similar or slightly better than the previous generation that along with the larger fuel tank might not be so bad.

James

[White Chocolate]

It's not a matter of being able to afford it because if your buying a 50K suv I would assume you can. It's a matter of being so poor on gas that it's basically annoying especially if it's going to be daily driven. User Marlin above maybe a good point that atleast it has a larger gas tank to maybe take a little pain away of having to fill it up every 3 days like on the WK SRT.
If possibly the new one is similar or slightly better than the previous generation that along with the larger fuel tank might not be so bad.

James

You have to remember, there are people who "can afford it" and people who pretend "to afford it" and get a HUGE loan, and live payment to payment......usually those people are the bitchers about not affording gas.

Hopefully when the SRT comes out, we don't see those people whining. :sleepy:

[JTS97Z28]

You have to remember, there are people who "can afford it" and people who pretend "to afford it" and get a HUGE loan, and live payment to payment......usually those people are the bitchers about not affording gas.

Hopefully when the SRT comes out, we don't see those people whining. :sleepy:

Ok well regardless of how people pay for their SRT8 I could careless that wasn't my point. I simply wanted to make a post to see if anyone had any ideas or information regarding what the fuel economy ratings were going to be. Maybe it doesn't bother you but having to fill up every 3 days is a concern for me and its not something I want to be doing with my next vehicle (money aside).

James

[Robert Palmer]

Dont feed the troll James! LOL

As far as fuel economy goes with the next gen SRT, I say that it will most likely be the same. The damn thing is 500 lbs heavier. :(

And for fuel economy in my SRT, I daily drive it in NYC, I live in Downtown Manhattan, I get 7 mpgs. Fill up about 3 times a week.

If I really push it, 6 mpg is attainable with a very very heavy foot.

But none of that really matters, the Jeep puts a smile on my face everyday and that's what counts. :)

[JTS97Z28]

Dont feed the troll James! LOL

As far as fuel economy goes with the next gen SRT, I say that it will most likely be the same. The damn thing is 500 lbs heavier. :(

And for fuel economy in my SRT, I daily drive it in NYC, I live in Downtown Manhattan, I get 7 mpgs. Fill up about 3 times a week.

If I really push it, 6 mpg is attainable with a very very heavy foot.

But none of that really matters, the Jeep puts a smile on my face everyday and that's what counts. :)



Yeah the new one sure is a tank thats for sure. I will say this my 08 SRT sure did put smiles on my face that thing was a blast. As fun as it is though 6 to 7mpgs and filling up 3 times a week will take a very dedicated enthusiast to do that. You certainly love your SRT8:thumbsup:
Atleast for me I live in the far suburbs of Chicago and for the most part my commute to and from work is wide open plus I work weird shifts for my job so traffic is never an issue. This helps a lot! Well I guess we will find out soon enough what the new SRT is all about but I do agree with you. I think the 4cyl mode and any other improvements will just be overcoming the added weight of the new one. Either way though its gonna be bad ass!! :D

[Marlin]

As Joey says mate, ignore the troll. ;)

You raise a point I've not read... that of MDS on the new 6.4l? Where did you hear that?

[JTS97Z28]

As Joey says mate, ignore the troll. ;)

You raise a point I've not read... that of MDS on the new 6.4l? Where did you hear that?

Here is a few quotes from wk2jeeps.com:

"Building upon the standard Fuel Saver technology (four-cylinder mode) found in the new 6.4 HEMI V-8, a new for 2012 active valve exhaust system allows the technology to engage over a wider rpm range, which delivers improved fuel efficiency or the use of all eight cylinders when the power is needed. An active intake manifold and high-lift camshaft with cam phasing provides maximum low-end torque for impressive standing starts while optimizing high-end power"

"6.4L HEMI with MDS 465-470 HP (est.) "

[Marlin]

AhhhhhHUH! Thanks! :)

Well, hopefully the highway economy will have an incremental milaeage improvent with MDS and the newer, more slippery body :)
Couple that with a larger tank, it might be bearable.

[Robert Palmer]

Yeah the new one sure is a tank thats for sure. I will say this my 08 SRT sure did put smiles on my face that thing was a blast. As fun as it is though 6 to 7mpgs and filling up 3 times a week will take a very dedicated enthusiast to do that. You certainly love your SRT8:thumbsup:
Atleast for me I live in the far suburbs of Chicago and for the most part my commute to and from work is wide open plus I work weird shifts for my job so traffic is never an issue. This helps a lot! Well I guess we will find out soon enough what the new SRT is all about but I do agree with you. I think the 4cyl mode and any other improvements will just be overcoming the added weight of the new one. Either way though its gonna be bad ass!! :D

Eh. Its something that's my hobby. We all have our vices in life. LOL

With you making a thread like this, I see a WK2 SRT in your future. ahaha :D

[P-Dawger]

I see this thing has MDS - when this "feature" first came out it was horrible...did they ever get this resolved. The surging on the 5.7?

I was relieved when the 6.1 came out without MDS - hoping the 6.4 is smooth and not noticeable....that would be ashame.

[smoove7410]

I have a 5.7 300c and have no surging.

[JTS97Z28]

I have a 5.7 300c and have no surging.

Yeah I didnt have any surging on my older 5.7 Hemi with MDS. Maybe he was talking about the issue some are having right now with their WK2 Hemi. I think thats isolated to cars built in a certain time frame. Should be fixed by now anyway.

James

[MasterWK]

The same to worse, I'll be honest. If you're worried about fuel economy, I've heard the new Prius is dope... :thumbsup:

[mjl2610]

Yeah the new one sure is a tank thats for sure. I will say this my 08 SRT sure did put smiles on my face that thing was a blast. As fun as it is though 6 to 7mpgs and filling up 3 times a week will take a very dedicated enthusiast to do that. You certainly love your SRT8:thumbsup:
Atleast for me I live in the far suburbs of Chicago and for the most part my commute to and from work is wide open plus I work weird shifts for my job so traffic is never an issue. This helps a lot! Well I guess we will find out soon enough what the new SRT is all about but I do agree with you. I think the 4cyl mode and any other improvements will just be overcoming the added weight of the new one. Either way though its gonna be bad ass!! :D

I have a commute too. I live basically in Naperville and I drive to downtown Evanston every day, about 80 mi or so. At this rate filling up 2 or more times a week with the stop and go traffic is going to get more and more crappy if this shit don't get resolved in the middle east.

I am ready to start thinking of an alternative to what I drive everyday. Good news is id be able to keep the jeep in the family but not use it any longer for the commute. I thought id never use the word hybrid around here but they are getting more and more attractive every day. With new models like the ford fusion hybrid, hyundai sonata hybrid and kia optima hybrid they look good while not being small and goofy looking like a prius or civic. Anyhow, where you head to every day for your commute?

[Jeff_Jeske]

There's really no reason for it not to get 20mpg on the highway. Full size V8 pickups have been getting that for the last 5 years.

[JTS97Z28]

Anyhow, where you head to every day for your commute?

Well compared to what it sounds like you do your gonna hate me lol. My commute is soo nice and easy and never any traffic whatsoever regardless of the time of day. Its exactly 20.0 miles each way and consists of almost entirely open 55mph country roads lol. I love my commute I actually almost look forward to the drive everyday (especially when I had my C6 Z06 vette). I drive from the Plainfield area (caton farm and ridge rd), up to where I work in Aurora on Indian Trail rd. So I take roads like schlapp rd and plainfield rd which I pass nothing but a few farms until I get into Aurora.
So this is one benefit I have going for me is that my fuel economy does not suffer from any harsh city driving that I lot of people have to deal with. In your case something more reasonable sounds like a smart thing for the commute then maybe you can get a seperate fun car.

James

[mjl2610]

Well compared to what it sounds like you do your gonna hate me lol. My commute is soo nice and easy and never any traffic whatsoever regardless of the time of day. Its exactly 20.0 miles each way and consists of almost entirely open 55mph country roads lol. I love my commute I actually almost look forward to the drive everyday (especially when I had my C6 Z06 vette). I drive from the Plainfield area (caton farm and ridge rd), up to where I work in Aurora on Indian Trail rd. So I take roads like schlapp rd and plainfield rd which I pass nothing but a few farms until I get into Aurora.
So this is one benefit I have going for me is that my fuel economy does not suffer from any harsh city driving that I lot of people have to deal with. In your case something more reasonable sounds like a smart thing for the commute then maybe you can get a seperate fun car.

James

Yeah that is pretty nice. For me however it takes an hour and a half on a good day to go from i-88 at Rte 53 to i-294 north to Dempster street, East to Evanston. Talk about stop and go most of the way during the normal rush hour. Lets not talk about bad days and how long it takes. hah

[JTS97Z28]

Yeah that is pretty nice. For me however it takes an hour and a half on a good day to go from i-88 at Rte 53 to i-294 north to Dempster street, East to Evanston. Talk about stop and go most of the way during the normal rush hour. Lets not talk about bad days and how long it takes. hah


Wow thats crazy! I think its either time for a closer job, a move, or a Chevy Volt haha. Now thats some serious driving! I know I wouldnt be able to do that. :eek:

[Carbon6]

I just traded in my 2010 SRT8 because of the mpg... I expected it to be bad 12mpg city and 16mpg hwy, but I was hoping that was something that hwy driving would be slightly better as 90% of my driving is such. Owned it for 1 yr almost to the day and but 21,104 miles on her. Total gas bill is over $4,300 for said miles. I only saw 16mpg 3x during the year and ONCE in New Jersey I saw 17mpg. My gas is taxed back to me since my job requires me to be on the road all the time but it was annoying to have to fill the tank every 200-250 miles. I drove from CT to TX (2500 miles) and the total bill was over $700. Until we get an 8spd trans (hopefully), I will wait for the 2013/2014 SRT8. The Cayennes are now all over 20+mpg including the turbos.... But for now, I am loving my 2011 GC Limited w/ 5.7 and 2wd....
Nik

[Jeff_Jeske]

Well.... I currently have a 4.7 WJ. In town I get 12mpg. On the highway at 75mph I get 18mpg. I highly doubt the new SRT8 will get worse mileage than that. But as you mentioned there are other options to do get better mileage.

I wonder what the future will bring for mileage and resale values of gas drinking hogs.

[BuckeyeSRT]

I see this thing has MDS - when this "feature" first came out it was horrible...did they ever get this resolved. The surging on the 5.7?

I have an '05 R/T with a Hemi and MDS. I am very active in the LX Forums. I cant ever remember anyone complaining about surging. The transition is seamless. The only time most people notice is what they have a fairly loud aftermarket exhaust system. They can hear it drop to 4 cylinders. I have a Borla 112 and have never heard it in 90K miles.
Where did you hear this?

[P-Dawger]

Inlaws had the 5.7 Wk - it was awful with the surging at highway speeds - you could hear it and feel it.

I was so relieved to here the 6.1 didnt have it - I would not have purchased.

[5.7Unlimited]

Mine Surges at at specific speeds between 110 and 120, if it does it, I just increase or decrease my speed a little bit and it's fine. I can only hear it (barely) because of an ongoing exhaust issue I have

The 2012 srt8 GC will get something like 16-17 highway (max) and 6-8 city.

[Milous]

http://www.wk2jeeps.com/srt8/EPA_sticker_2012.jpg

[nosmoke]

http://www.wk2jeeps.com/srt8/EPA_sticker_2012.jpg

Wow, that sucks! I guess it's not the vehicle for you if you're driving 30,000 miles every year. I'm still going to buy it because I don't drive a ton, but I'm not sure I've seen MPG that low in any car?

[pantheman75]

Funny Milous...

I too am in the "concerned" category about the fuel economy of the new Grand Cherokee SRT8. I've decided to wait until the 2013 model to see if they drop the 8-speed in it. I'd be kicking myself everyday if I bought the 5-speed version the first model year and then the rest of the years of the 2nd gen SRT8 had the 8-speed. You know the deal with the low MPG's going into the purchase, but if I can get the same performance with even slightly better gas mileage a year later, I'll save my money up and be ready to roll next year. Let's face it; these rigs have such poor fuel economy that even a 1-2 MPG improvement yields some pretty significant savings that can be used for other things (upgrades, etc.).

[BuckeyeSRT]

http://www.wk2jeeps.com/srt8/EPA_sticker_2012.jpg

Holy Mother of Pearl! :eek::eek::eek:

[Yacht Lights]

^ how could it only get that kind of mileage? My X5M get so much better and my old srt8 jeep got alot better then that

[pantheman75]

He's kidding guys... they probably won't have the official fuel economy ratings until close to when the cars hits the lots.

[nosmoke]

He's kidding guys... they probably won't have the official fuel economy ratings until close to when the cars hits the lots.


I didn't see any smiley faces there!

[edogg23]

That MPG is obviously a joke guys geez :)

[P-Dawger]

I am unclear why there is even a thread regarding mpg at all for an SUV with a 6.4L motor.

If you are worried about MPG - this rig aint for you.

[pantheman75]

No disrespect, but I'm so sick and tired of the "if you are worried about gas mileage than this isn't the automobile for you" statements. If that's truly the mindset for most people out there, then I guess it could also be said that "if you're only concerned about speed, then this isn't the automobile for you". YES, this is a performance automobile, but it's also got a big back seat and sizable cargo area (not to mention towing ability) that adds a lot of size and weight. Many of us want the Grand Cherokee SRT8 because it's a performance automobile AND a "do it all" daily driver, which is why MPG's come into the equation for many of us. I think just about all of us are ready for poor gas mileage in exchange for performance, but give pause at insanely terrible gas mileage while gas prices are heading for the $5.00 per gallon mark.

[edogg23]

No disrespect, but I'm so sick and tired of the "if you are worried about gas mileage than this isn't the automobile for you" statements. If that's truly the mindset for most people out there, then I guess it could also be said that "if you're only concerned about speed, then this isn't the automobile for you". YES, this is a performance automobile, but it's also got a big back seat and sizable cargo area (not to mention towing ability) that adds a lot of size and weight. Many of us want the Grand Cherokee SRT8 because it's a performance automobile AND a "do it all" daily driver, which is why MPG's come into the equation for many of us. I think just about all of us are ready for poor gas mileage in exchange for performance, but give pause at insanely terrible gas mileage while gas prices are heading for the $5.00 per gallon mark.

Agreed 100%
If the srt-8 really did get 5 mpg city which im sure that the above image is just a joke, then it would render it useless as any sort of a daily driver unless you enjoy having your car cost as much as a taxi cab to drive around in.

[Robert Palmer]

Im not too far off with the 5 MPG window sticker. :D LOL (7mpg here)

[pantheman75]

The previous model Challenger SRT8 with the 6.1L and 5 speed automatic was rated at 13 city / 19 highway (15 combined) MPG while the previous model Grand Cherokee SRT8 with the 6.1L and the 5 speed automatic was rated as good as 12 city / 16 highway (13 combined) MPG in 2010.

The NEW Challenger SRT8 with the 6.4L and 5 speed automatic is rated at 14 city / 22 highway (16 combined) MPG so I'm GUESSING that the 2nd generation Grand Cherokee SRT8 with the 6.4L and the 5 speed automatic will be around 12 city / 18 highway (14 combined) MPG thanks to the new cylinder deactivation from the new engine despite the additional overall weight / power.

It should be even better if they drop that 8 speed automatic in it next year... (which is what I'm waiting / hoping for)

See previous fuel economy ratings HERE (http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm)

[Robert Palmer]

Ok lets be honest here. Its a performance SUV, and once you get it you will be driving it a little harder than you would your regular vehicle. And even if you drive it somewhat normal, lol, you wont get that good of mileage anyways.


MPG really shouldnt be a worry when buying this vehicle.


Just my 2 cents.

[pantheman75]

MPG really shouldnt be a worry when buying this vehicle.

Poor MPG's literally means watching more cash vaporize. If money isn't a concern, then the sticker price of a new Grand Cherokee SRT8 with poor MPG's aren't a concern. If money IS a concern (and it is for most of us), then the purchase of a new Grand Cherokee SRT8 with poor MPG's IS a concern. "Unfortunately", the lower sticker price when compared to other comparable performance SUV's puts the Grand Cherokee SRT8's sticker price in the "I think I can swing that but the MPG's might kill me" category for many people. It really comes down to what an individual is comfortable with when he / she weighs all of the pros or cons.

[Robert Palmer]

Poor MPG's literally means watching more cash vaporize. If money isn't a concern, then the sticker price of a new Grand Cherokee SRT8 with poor MPG's aren't a concern. If money IS a concern (and it is for most of us), then the purchase of a new Grand Cherokee SRT8 with poor MPG's IS a concern. "Unfortunately", the lower sticker price when compared to other comparable performance SUV's puts the Grand Cherokee SRT8's sticker price in the "I think I can swing that but the MPG's might kill me" category for many people. It really comes down to what an individual is comfortable with when he / she weighs all of the pros or cons.

Then this is not the vehicle for you if MPG's is a concern of yours. You know full well what you are getting into before you buy this vehicle.

That 8spd transmission isn't going to make a significant difference in keeping your wallet full. LOL

[paroxysym]

I'm going to agree with rob on this. Yes its a performance SUV and can you honestly say you're going to pussy-foot a vehicle capable of the speed and hp it has? No. Yea it offers the cargo and other things a daily driver is supposed to have- bit 95% of the daily drivers also don't sport a 6.1 or whatever the new one will have. So when it comes to mpgs on this and you wanting to watch your wallet- good luck with the new one. I see guys fill up every 3 days at $55+ a fill up. Do the math, if you keep posting about the mileage and what not as a concern then I hate to sound like a broken record- but its not quite the vehicle for you. Wait till 2013 anf make a SRT clone out of a penstar model.. Otherwise you're going to have to pay to play..

[Jeff_Jeske]

I'm not really concerned about the mileage but rather the price of fuel!

I'm fine with paying $3/gallon and getting only 15mpg.... but when you get close to doubling that then it starts to sting.

Like I said above.... my current WJ gets crap mileage so I'm used to it. I'm just not used to $4+ per gallon.

[pantheman75]

I'm not really concerned about the mileage but rather the price of fuel!

I'm fine with paying $3/gallon and getting only 15mpg.... but when you get close to doubling that then it starts to sting.

Like I said above.... my current WJ gets crap mileage so I'm used to it. I'm just not used to $4+ per gallon.

Well said :thumbsup:

It really comes down to where the gas pump "sting" kicks in for each individual. If you've got more money, then you probably have a higher threshold of pain at the pump, if you've got less money, then that threshold is likely lower. Each individual needs to figure out what the threshold is for themselves, and then decide whether or not to get the gas suckin' V8. If you decide you can take it, then buy it, and drive it like you stole it ;)

Based on my budget, I for one don't want to pay more than $100 a week on gas. If I could pickup a new Grand Cherokee SRT8 today, based on my miles per week and expected gas mileage I would guess that I would be paying around $73 per week in gas (based on current local premium gas prices), so I've got plenty of room yet before I would consider not getting one of these beasts.

[pantheman75]

That 8spd transmission isn't going to make a significant difference in keeping your wallet full. LOL

You said above that your rig gets 7 MPG; if an 8 speed transmission would improve that by only 2 MPG you would see a 29% increase in fuel economy without sacrificing power / speed. A rig that "improves" to 9 MPG isn't going to keep your wallet full, but I'll take the car with the same power but is 29% more fuel efficient every time. My guess is that IF they end up dropping the 8 speed in the next generation Grand Cherokee SRT8, the models with the 5 speed will take a hit in the resale value department if there are more efficient 8 speed models out there. The 5 speed is a great / proven transmission, but it's an antique in my book.

[Robert Palmer]

Yeah but the point is that the mileage is going to be so bad for you, it wouldnt seem practical to have the vehicle.

And the more practical number for gas per week based on you driving it every day is like 150.

Now if it is a weekend toy, then yes I do see you spending at or less than 100 per week in gas.

[P-Dawger]

No disrespect, but I'm so sick and tired of the "if you are worried about gas mileage than this isn't the automobile for you" statements. If that's truly the mindset for most people out there, then I guess it could also be said that "if you're only concerned about speed, then this isn't the automobile for you". YES, this is a performance automobile, but it's also got a big back seat and sizable cargo area (not to mention towing ability) that adds a lot of size and weight. Many of us want the Grand Cherokee SRT8 because it's a performance automobile AND a "do it all" daily driver, which is why MPG's come into the equation for many of us. I think just about all of us are ready for poor gas mileage in exchange for performance, but give pause at insanely terrible gas mileage while gas prices are heading for the $5.00 per gallon mark.

No disrespect taken - but you are asking for more than is possible. You are making sense right up to the point that you mention "performance automobile" You want that - you need to pay. No way around it.

You want to haul around all of your "sizeable cargo area" quickly you need a big motor...big motor's suck gas.

Cadillac CTSV Wagon - super car performance - utilty - sucks gas.

You want to "do it all" with all your cargo - you gotta pay.

[pantheman75]

Yeah but the point is that the mileage is going to be so bad for you, it wouldnt seem practical to have the vehicle.

And the more practical number for gas per week based on you driving it every day is like 150.

Now if it is a weekend toy, then yes I do see you spending at or less than 100 per week in gas.

You don't even know how many miles I drive and how much of it is city vs. highway...

I'm comfortable that I could get the next generation Grand Cherokee SRT8 based on how much I drive my current moderate performance commuter. Any improvements in fuel economy is gravy for ALL of us :D

[paroxysym]

someone lock this thread... its going around in circles.

bottom line, bu a wk2 with a penstar and build yourself a srt8 clone- that will get you the gas mileage you want, the space you need in a daily driver and the looks of the srt. yea you might not have the performance aspect of the srt8 but hey, those interested in the performance aspect arent posting 4 different threads asking and then whining about the gas mileage of a vehicle sporting a 400hp motor.

[nosmoke]

I still would like Milous to come out and SAY it was joke. :)

[pantheman75]

I still would like Milous to come out and SAY it was joke. :)

We should know in a little over a week :D

[pantheman75]

An article I just read that seems relevant to our conversation; $5 gas by Memorial Day? How will rising gas prices play into sales figures of the next generation Grand Cherokee SRT8 (depending on the actual fuel economy of course)?

http://chicago.cbslocal.com/2011/04/11/gas-prices-climbing-toward-5-per-gallon/

[Milous]

I still would like Milous to come out and SAY it was joke. :)
Me too!!!

[edogg23]

Well if thats the real mpg estimates then I can see why jeep is only planning on selling 1500 a year :)

[Milous]

Well if thats the real mpg estimates...
They are NOT real, the actual numbers will be much higher :).


I can see why jeep is only planning on selling 1500 a year :)
About 1500 this calendar year, then around 2,500 each calendar year thereafter.


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[i0r15]

I think Milous used to work at Guantanamo :lol: :D j/k

[Milous]

I think Milous used to work at Guantanamo :lol: :D j/k
I heard he was actually locked up there for awhile, something about revealing corporate secrets!!

[i0r15]

I heard he was actually locked up there for awhile, something about revealing corporate secrets!!

Heartbreaking really. Since the poor guy sacrificed his career for some jeepgarage stickers and online community rep points :eek:










:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

[GCOverland]

If you can't afford the fill ups, dont buy it ;)

That's certainly not the issue. I owned a 2006 BMW M5 in the past and the mpg was so bad, it clearly affected the "fun-part". I wasn't pushing it at all and had to visit the gas-station every 200 miles.

And having $$ doesn't mean you have to enjoy wasting it. These days, a powerful engine doesn't mean it has to be a wasteful fuel-burner. Not anymore.

Look at the Porsche Cayenne Turbo.

[RCM11]

Sorry old thread but.... Jeep is telling you what the mileage is.


Standard Fuel Saver Technology and a new-for-2012 active valve exhaust system allows four-cylinder operation to engage over a wider rpm range, to deliver both improved fuel efficiency – an estimated 13-percent increase on the highway – and an extended range of approximately 450 miles on one tank of gas.

It's simple...do the math...24.6 gallon tank...450 miles per tank =18.3 mpg.:D

I believe them;)

[Scottina06]

16 city and 19 hwy

[lll2for3lll]

If it say 5mpg......then that really means 3 or 4 mpg. Lol.

That stickers on the windows aren't alway accurate. At least not for me and I don't have a heavy foot.

[pantheman75]

16 city and 19 hwy

If it can achieve a 15 MPG combined official rating I might just say "screw the wait for the 8-speed" and put an order in. I'm guessing 13 city and 18 highway since the last generation SRT8 ended production with a 12 city and 16 highway official rating with no cylinder deactivation. There's NO CHANCE of a 16 city rating since the Challenger SRT8 (lighter with 2WD) can't even do that (although it would be VERY nice if I'm wrong).

[lll2for3lll]

Yeah. 4 wheel drive does kill gas mileage and I see the point of an 8 speed transmission now.

[jeep2011]

Has anyone even done the math with the same car with different transmissions? One with a 5 speed transmission and the identical car with an 8 speed? I would doubt it is that significant. The fact of the matter is if you have a 6.4L engine the city numbers are not going to be that great no matter how many gears you have.

[pantheman75]

So... WHEN will we have the official fuel economy ratings on this rig? When we first see a window sticker? You'd think that the EPA would have it before then... (see www.fueleconomy.gov (http://www.fueleconomy.gov/)) I'm assuming that they have to be rated before they ship them...

[Carbon6]

16 city and 19 hwy

I absolutely cannot believe those numbers, my 2010 was 12/16 on the sticker and 11/15 in real life.... but its to get the SAME mpg as my 2011 Hemi 2wd??? Jeep touts a longer fuel range but all they did was increase the size of the gas tank. A 13% increase would be 2mpg at most, but the math does not add up (unless its Bush Jr math). I travel for a living so it was 70mph cruise set on flat roads for hours only to stop and get gas/food/leak and then back on the road again. The best my 2010 got was 250-300mpt. Now they are saying 450mpt...... somethings not right....

I put 24,xxx on my SRT in a year! I have had my 2011 Hemi since april and she has 11,xxx miles on her already :D

[jeep2011]

I absolutely cannot believe those numbers, my 2010 was 12/16 on the sticker and 11/15 in real life.... but its to get the SAME mpg as my 2011 Hemi 2wd??? Jeep touts a longer fuel range but all they did was increase the size of the gas tank. A 13% increase would be 2mpg at most, but the math does not add up (unless its Bush Jr math). I travel for a living so it was 70mph cruise set on flat roads for hours only to stop and get gas/food/leak and then back on the road again. The best my 2010 got was 250-300mpt. Now they are saying 450mpt...... somethings not right....

I put 24,xxx on my SRT in a year! I have had my 2011 Hemi since april and she has 11,xxx miles on her already :D

WOW I run the hell out of my 2011 Hemi 4X4 and still get 13MPG city and 20-24+ on the highway.

[SRTDogg]

WOW I run the hell out of my 2011 Hemi 4X4 and still get 13MPG city and 20-24+ on the highway.

Is this a WK2 non-SRT8?? So 5.7? Does it have MDS?

[jgc4ever]

12 mpg city / 18 mpg highway

[jeep2011]

Is this a WK2 non-SRT8?? So 5.7? Does it have MDS?

Yes definitely a WKII non SRT8 I am not lucky enough to have one before they come out, lol. Yes 5.7 with MDS that has been standard on Jeep's since 2005.