Wrangler JK · 2012–2018

Jeep Wrangler 3.6 V6 Wrangler JK · 284 hp (2012 to 2018)

The Jeep Wrangler 3.6 V6 of the Wrangler JK generation uses the Pentastar 3.6 V6 petrol engine with 284 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
284 PS / 209 kW
Displacement
3 604 cm³
Cylinders
6
Engine code
Pentastar 3.6 V6
Period covered
2012–2018
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Automatic · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

284 hp (209 kW), Jeep 4x4 all-wheel drive, 5-speed automatic. Built from 2012 to 2018.

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In the range

It is the only petrol version of this generation.

AutoKarnet advice

Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 20,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

20 000 km

12 months

Chrysler MS-6395 / Fiat 9.55535-S1, DS1, GS1 / FPW9.55535/03 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Jeep Wrangler 3.6 V6 Wrangler JK?

The Pentastar 3.6 V6 petrol engine (3 604 cc), 284 hp (209 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Jeep Wrangler 3.6 V6?

A Chrysler MS-6395 / Fiat 9.55535-S1, DS1, GS1 / FPW9.55535/03-approved oil suited to the Pentastar 3.6 V6 engine.

AutoKarnet advice

Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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