Jeep Cherokee in version II (XJ) was produced in the years 1984 – 2001. We invite you to a list of batteries matching individual engine versions.
Basic parameters of batteries suitable for Jeep Cherokee (1984-2001):
Layout
Terminal types
Base hold-down
1 – positive on the left side
1
B13
1 – positive on the left side
1
B1
0 – positive on the right side
1
Korean B1
0 – positive on the right side
1
B01
0 – positive on the right side
1
B13
As you can see, in case of Jeep Cherokee, even the basic parameters of the batteries (battery layout, terminal types and base hold-down) are not identical for all engine versions. For this reason, care must be taken to match the battery to a specific engine.
For these petrol engines, we recommend batteries with dimensions of 278x175x190 mm and a capacity exceeding 71 Ah. All the batteries in the above list have the same capacity 74Ah and Cold Cranking Amps: 680 A. All of the above motors have a base hold-down B13.
For these petrol engines, we recommend batteries with dimensions of 236x182x178 mm and a capacity exceeding 49 Ah. The base hold-down of the above batteries is B1.
These diesel engines should work with batteries of dimensions 276x175x190 mm or 278x175x190 mm, which capacity is minimum 67 Ah. The most basic battery of this set is Halfords Essentials HB 096 of a capacity 70Ah and 640A Cold Cranking Amps, the battery with the biggest capacity is Bosch S5 S50 08 of a capacity 77 Ah, having 780A Cold Cranking Amps. The base hold-down of the above batteries is B13.
These diesel engines should work with batteries of dimensions 306x173x222 mm or 306x173x225 mm, which capacity is minimum 0 Ah. The most basic battery of this set is Exide Excell EB954 of a capacity 95Ah and 720A Cold Cranking Amps, the battery with the biggest capacity is Varta Blue Dynamic G7 of a capacity 95 Ah, having 830A Cold Cranking Amps. If you’re still unsure which battery fits your Jeep Cherokee , or if you want to help others in their selection, please send us a photo of your current battery in the comment section at the bottom of the page. You can also send the picture to contact@whatbattery.co.uk (we will place it in the comments to also help other users). Be sure to specify the car model, year, type, as well as the engine capacity and power. We’ll do our best to assist you!
See also information about other cars of this manufacturer
As in the article above. A battery with dimensions of 278x175x190 mm should fit. Its capacity should be around 74 Ah. What battery is currently in your Cherokee?
for the Jeep cherokee XJ 4L i 4X4 2000
the dimensions of the battery you mention above are totally wrong. The limits of the battery tray are 265 X 190 X 175 (H)
4 responses to “Jeep Cherokee II (XJ) (1984-2001) – batteries”
hi please advise i have a 1997 jeep cherokee 2.5 petrol what battery do i need as I don’t have the correct one fitted thanks
As in the article above. A battery with dimensions of 278x175x190 mm should fit. Its capacity should be around 74 Ah. What battery is currently in your Cherokee?
for the Jeep cherokee XJ 4L i 4X4 2000
the dimensions of the battery you mention above are totally wrong. The limits of the battery tray are 265 X 190 X 175 (H)
Thank you for bringing it to our attention. We have corrected the information for the Jeep Cherokee with 4.0 L gasoline engines.