Jeep Cherokee II (XJ) (1984-2001) – batteries


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):

LayoutTerminal typesBase hold-down
1 – positive on the left side1B13
1 – positive on the left side1B1
0 – positive on the right side1Korean B1
0 – positive on the right side1B01
0 – positive on the right side1B13
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.

Jeep Cherokee II (XJ) – petrol engines:
  • 2.5
  • 2.5 4×4
  • 2.5 i
  • 2.5 i 4×4
  • 2.5 SE

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S4
S40 09
74 Ah
680 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Exide Excell
EB741
74 Ah
680 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic
E12
74 Ah
680 A
278x175x190 mmMore
For the 2.5, 2.5 4×4, 2.5 i petrol engines and others from the above list, we select batteries measuring 278x175x190 mm with 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.

Jeep Cherokee II (XJ) – petrol engines:
  • 4.0
  • 4.0 4×4
  • 4.0 i
  • 4.0 i 4×4

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Yuasa YBX3000
YBX3113
50 Ah
530 A
236x182x178 mmMore
For the 4.0, 4.0 4×4, 4.0 i petrol engines and others from the above list, we select batteries measuring 236x182x178 mm with a capacity exceeding 49 Ah. The base hold-down of the above batteries is B1.

Jeep Cherokee II (XJ) – diesel engines:
  • 2.5 TD
  • 2.5 Tdi 4×4

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S3
S30 08
70 Ah
640 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Bosch S4
S40 08
74 Ah
680 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Bosch S5
S50 08
77 Ah
780 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Exide Classic
EC700
70 Ah
640 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Exide Excell
EB740
74 Ah
680 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Exide Premium
EA770
77 Ah
760 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Essentials
HB 096
70 Ah
640 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Halfords Standard
HCB 096
76 Ah
680 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Lucas Premium
LP096
75 Ah
680 A
278x175x190 mm
Lucas Supreme
LS096
78 Ah
780 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Black Dynamic
E13
70 Ah
640 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic
E11
74 Ah
680 A
278x175x190 mmMore
Varta Silver Dynamic
E44
77 Ah
780 A
278x175x190 mmMore
For the Jeep Cherokee II (XJ) with 2.5 TD or 2.5 Tdi 4×4 diesel engines, we recommend batteries sized 276x175x190 mm or 278x175x190 mm, with a minimum capacity of 67 Ah. The most basic battery of this set is Exide Classic EC700 of a capacity 70Ah and 640A Cold Cranking Amps, the battery with the biggest capacity is Lucas Supreme LS096 of a capacity 78 Ah, having 780A Cold Cranking Amps. The base hold-down of the above batteries is B13.

Jeep Cherokee II (XJ) – diesel engines:
  • 2.1 TD

ModelCapacity and CCADimensions (LxWxH)Price
Bosch S4
S40 28
95 Ah
830 A
306x173x225 mmMore
Exide Premium
EA954
95 Ah
800 A
306x173x222 mmMore
Exide Excell
EB954
95 Ah
720 A
306x173x222 mmMore
Varta Blue Dynamic
G7
95 Ah
830 A
306x173x225 mmMore
The Jeep Cherokee II (XJ) with a 2.1 TD diesel engine should be compatible with batteries of dimensions 306x173x222 mm or 306x173x225 mm, with a minimum capacity of 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

Jeep Cherokee III (KJ) (2001-2008) battery
Jeep Cherokee IV (KK) (2008-2013) battery
Jeep Grand Cherokee I (ZJ) (1991-1999) battery
Jeep Grand Cherokee II (WJ) (1999-2004) battery
Jeep Grand Cherokee III (WK) (2005-2010) battery
Jeep Grand Cherokee IV (WK2) (2010-) battery
Jeep Wrangler I (YJ) (1987-1995) battery
Jeep Wrangler II (TJ, LJ) (1997-2007) battery
Jeep Wrangler III (JK) (2007-) battery


4 responses to “Jeep Cherokee II (XJ) (1984-2001) – batteries”

  1. 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?

  2. 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.

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