Editing Jeep Liberty

{{short description|Compact SUV}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Jeep Liberty
| image = 2nd Jeep Liberty -- 08-16-2010.jpg
| caption = 2008 Jeep Liberty
| manufacturer = [[Jeep]]{{efn|name=manufacturer|{{ubl | [[DaimlerChrysler]] (2001–2007) | [[Chrysler LLC]] (2007–2009) | [[Chrysler Group LLC]] (2009–2012)}} }}
| production = 2001<ref name="jeepsonly.com">{{cite web|url=http://www.jeepsonly.com/jeepliberty.html |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20010725225349/http://www.jeepsonly.com/jeepliberty.html |url-status=dead |archive-date=2001-07-25 |title=Jeep Liberty (KJ) |access-date=2010-11-26 |work=jeepsonly.com }}</ref> – August 2012
| model_years = 2002–2012
| class = [[Compact SUV]]
| related = [[Dodge Nitro]] <br/> [[Jeep Commander]]
| layout = [[Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine]], [[Rear-wheel drive]] / [[Four-wheel drive]]
| body_style = 4-door [[SUV]]
| predecessor = [[Jeep Cherokee (XJ)]]
| successor =  [[Jeep Cherokee (KL)]]  
| assembly = {{ubl| United States: [[Toledo, Ohio]], ([[Toledo North Assembly Plant]]) | Egypt: [[Cairo]] (AAV)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.aav.com.eg/Pathtosuccess.html |title=Arab American Vehicles Co |publisher=Aav.com.eg |access-date=2010-03-25 |url-status=dead |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20100209114707/http://www.aav.com.eg/Pathtosuccess.html |archive-date=2010-02-09 }}</ref> | Venezuela: [[Valencia, Carabobo]] (Carabobo Assembly)}}
}}

The '''Jeep Liberty''' is a four door [[unibody]] [[compact SUV]] manufactured and marketed by [[Jeep]] for model years 2002–2012 over two generations, internally designated the '''KJ''' (2002–2007) and '''KK''' (2008–2012), respectively. Both generations were marketed globally, including as the '''Jeep Cherokee''' outside North America.

Introduced as a replacement for the [[Jeep Cherokee (XJ)|Cherokee (XJ)]], the Liberty was priced between the [[Jeep Wrangler|Wrangler]] and [[Jeep Grand Cherokee|Grand Cherokee]] and was the smallest of the 4-door Jeep SUVs until the car based 4-door [[Jeep Compass|Compass]] and [[Jeep Patriot|Patriot]] arrived for 2007. Both generations were assembled at the [[Toledo North Assembly Plant]] in the United States and other countries including Egypt and Venezuela.  The KK generation was manufactured  alongside the closely related [[Dodge Nitro]]. Production ended in August 2012. 

The Liberty was superseded by the [[Jeep Cherokee (KL)|Jeep Cherokee]].

==First generation (KJ; 2001–2007)==
[[File:2005-2007 Jeep Liberty -- 08-16-2010.jpg|thumb|left|2005–2007 Jeep Liberty. This model was produced between July 2004 and June 2007.]]
{{main|Jeep Liberty (KJ)}}

Inspired by styling from the ''Dakar''<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.mojeepin.com/concept_dakar.html |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20060508104714/http://www.mojeepin.com/concept_dakar.html |url-status=usurped |archive-date=2006-05-08 |title=Jeep Dakar Concept |publisher=Mojeepin.com |access-date=2010-09-29}}</ref> and ''Jeepster''<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.mojeepin.com/concept_jeepster.html |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20060508111114/http://www.mojeepin.com/concept_jeepster.html |url-status=usurped |archive-date=2006-05-08 |title=Jeep Jeepster Concept |publisher=MoJeepin.com |access-date=2010-09-29}}</ref> [[concept vehicle]]s, the Liberty replaced the discontinued [[Jeep Cherokee (XJ)|Jeep Cherokee]]. 

The Liberty was the first Jeep vehicle to use [[rack and pinion]] steering,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.allpar.com/model/jeep/liberty.html |title=Jeep Liberty Steering |publisher=Allpar.com |date=2005-05-15 |access-date=2010-09-29}}</ref> and was the first Jeep to use the two then-new ''[[Chrysler PowerTech engine|PowerTech]]'' engines; the {{convert|150|hp}} 2.4 [[Liter|L]] [[straight-4]], which was discontinued in 2006, and the {{convert|210|hp}} 3.7 L [[V6]], as well as a short-lived 2.8 L VM Motori turbo diesel (2005-2006 only).<ref>Swan, Tony, ''[https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a18201384/jeep-liberty-sport-4x4-diesel-short-take-road-test/ Jeep Liberty Sport 4x4 Diesel]'', Car and Driver, 1 Sept 2005, retrieved 25 April 2019: Renowned for its loud diesel 'clatter', and available only with automatic transmission, the 2.8L diesel was dropped in 2006 because of stringent new 2007 emissions regulations.</ref> The Liberty was also the first Jeep vehicle to use an [[independent front suspension]] since the 1963-1965 [[Jeep Wagoneer]].<ref>{{cite web|url= http://wagoneers.com/FSJ/rigs/63_ifs_rice/ALL.html|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20080724022927/http://wagoneers.com/FSJ/rigs/63_ifs_rice/ALL.html|url-status=dead|archive-date=2008-07-24|title=Bruce Rice's 1963 IFS Wagoneer 4x4|publisher=wagoneers.com|date=2007-12-24|access-date=2010-12-17}}</ref> 

Three trim levels were initially offered; ''Limited'', ''Renegade'' and the base ''Sport''. All were made available with either [[Rear wheel drive|2WD]] or [[Four wheel drive|4WD]]. In 2005, all models received a minor facelift. The 2005, 2006 ''Renegade'' and 2005 ''Rocky Mountain Edition'' Liberties received an exclusive flat hood and taller grille. In 2007, the ''Renegade'' trim level was replaced with the ''Latitude'' and lost the ''Renegade'' trim's unique hood and grill. The Liberty was nominated for the North American Truck of the Year award for 2002, though safety recalls persisted.<ref>{{cite web |last=DeMuro |first=Doug |title=Was the Jeep Liberty the Worst Redesign Ever? |url= https://www.autotrader.com/car-news/was-jeep-liberty-worst-redesign-ever-259956 |publisher=Autotrader |date=December 2016 |access-date=15 October 2019}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last1=Mays |first1=Kelsey |title=Chrysler, Dodge, Ram, Jeep Recalls: What Owners Should Do |url=https://www.cars.com/articles/chrysler-dodge-ram-jeep-recalls-what-owners-should-do-1420680933813/ |website=Cars.com |date=27 July 2015 |access-date=15 October 2019}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last=Wood |first=David A. |title=Ohio Woman Dies In Fiery Jeep Liberty Rear-End Crash |url= https://www.carcomplaints.com/news/2017/ohio-woman-dies-in-fiery-jeep-liberty-rear-end-crash.shtml |website=CarComplaints.com |date=11 October 2017 |access-date=15 October 2019}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Recall 18V278000 |url= https://repairpal.com/recall/18V278000 |website=RepairPal.com |access-date=16 October 2019 |date=1 May 2018}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|last=Cramer |first=Rob |title=Jeep Vs Land Rover: 10 Best And 10 Worst Off-Road Vehicles |url= https://www.hotcars.com/jeep-vs-the-land-rover-best-and-weakest-off-road-vehicles/ |website=hotcars.com |date=15 December 2018 |access-date=15 October 2019}}</ref>

==Second generation (KK; 2007–2012)==
[[File:Second generation KK (Jeep Liberty).jpg|thumb|left|2008–2012 Jeep Liberty]]
{{main|Jeep Liberty (KK)}}
The Jeep Liberty received a complete redesign for the 2008 model year and was marketed along with the closely related [[Dodge Nitro]]. The 2008 Liberty debuted at the 2007 [[New York International Auto Show]].<ref>{{cite web|url= http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/2007_new_york/0703_2008_jeep_liberty/photo_01.html |title=2008 Jeep Liberty Front Corner Photo |publisher=Automobilemag.com |access-date=2010-09-29}}</ref>

With the smaller [[Jeep Patriot|Patriot]] and [[Jeep Compass|Compass]] [[crossover SUV]]s now available to cater to economy-conscious buyers, the four-cylinder engine was dropped from the Liberty's offerings. The iron-block, aluminum-head [[V6 engine|V6]] was the only engine available for 2008. Towing capacity was {{convert|5000|lb|0}}. Jeep discontinued the Liberty [[Common rail diesel|CRD]] for the American market because it could not meet tougher 2007 emissions standards for diesel engines. Transmission choices were both carry-overs: a six-speed [[manual transmission|manual]] or a four-speed [[automatic transmission|automatic]]. Standard equipment included electronic stability control with roll mitigation, [[traction control system|traction control]], and [[anti-lock brakes]] with brake assist. Jeep offered a rare 2WD version on the "Jet" model. New Features included standard side airbags. Optional features are rain-sensing wipers, [[Sirius Satellite Radio]], [[Bluetooth]], a [[navigation system]], and the [[MyGig]] entertainment system complete with a 30[[Gigabyte|GB]] [[hard drive]].

==Total U.S. sales==
{|class="wikitable"
|-
! Calendar Year
! Sales
|-
|2001
|69,420
|-
|2002
|171,212
|-
|2003
|162,987
|-
|2004
|167,376
|-
|2005
|161,883
|-
|2006
|133,557
|-
|2007
|92,105
|-
| 2008<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cheersandgears.com/topic/27526-december-2008-sales-chrysler-llc/ |title=December 2008 Sales: Chrysler LLC |publisher=CheersandGears.com |access-date=2009-01-05}}</ref>
| 66,911
|-
| 2009<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cheersandgears.com/topic/50556-chrysler-group-llc-december-2009/ |title=Chrysler Group LLC December 2009 Sales |publisher=CheersandGears.com |access-date=2010-01-05}}</ref>
| 43,503
|-
| 2010<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cheersandgears.com/topic/74955-december-2010-sales-chrysler/ |title=Chrysler Group LLC December 2010 Sales |publisher=CheersandGears.com |access-date=2011-01-04}}</ref>
| 49,564
|-
| 2011<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.allpar.com/news/index.php/2012/01/chrysler-sales-shoot-up-37-26-for-2011 |title=Chrysler sales shoot up 37% (26% for 2011) |publisher=allpar.com |access-date=2012-01-04 |url-status=dead |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20120110023127/http://www.allpar.com/news/index.php/2012/01/chrysler-sales-shoot-up-37-26-for-2011 |archive-date=2012-01-10 }}</ref>
| 66,684
|-
| 2012<ref>{{cite press release|url=http://media.chrysler.com/newsrelease.do?id=13641&mid=2|title=Chrysler Group LLC Reports December 2012 U.S. Sales Increased 10 Percent|publisher=Chrysler Group LLC|date=2013-01-03|access-date=2013-01-04}}</ref>
| 75,483
|}

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==References==
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==External links==
{{Wikibooks|Jeep Liberty}}
{{Commons}}
* {{imcdb vehicle|make=Jeep|model=Liberty|Jeep Liberty}}
* [https://www.jeepliberty.es/foro www.jeepliberty.es/foro] : The largest Spanish-language information forum related to the Jeep Liberty.

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