All other engine components remain covered under the factory five-year, 100,000-mile warranty. I bought my 2014 Limited new in 8/13 drove it stock for 35K miles without issue ....then I supercharged it and was pushing an extra 150ish HP to the wheels...drove it that way for 12K miles then upgraded to a stage 2 supercharger system now pushing over 400HP to the wheels...so over 200HP more to the wheels than stock ..been running this new setup for 2K miles without issue What follows are the 27 most fuel-efficient cars in America according to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ratings, sorted in ascending order by combined MPGe (miles … "The Pentastar family has all the hallmarks of an enduring icon," said Bob Lee, Head of Engine, Powertrain and Electrified Propulsion at FCA North America. Subsequently, question is, is the 3.6 L Pentastar a good engine? The Ford F-150 is an excellent vehicle from Ford that has quickly risen to be one of the most sought-after trucks this year. Pentastar V6 has been flawless, the transmission can be a bit clunky at times, but too has never required a repair. For me I think the pentastar is fine for my day day use and for my home projects and still be able to get real good mileage. All the research I did seemed to reveal the Pentastar was a fairly safe bet. I’ve owned two Mopar minivans (a 1996 3.3 Caravan and 2002 3.8 T&C), both driven for well over 100,000 miles. These milestones are testaments of a well-built and properly maintained automobile. What was the most miles you have seen on the odometer of an original Pentastar Motor? Can they last more? Especially in the summer. It is a peppy little set up and returns decent gas mileage, especially considering the aerodynamics of the Wrangler. If either of those is a priority, I'm sure the hemi's a better match. Chrysler has also extended the warranty of 2011-2013 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engines to cover the left-cylinder head for 10 years or 150,000 miles. I am asking because it seems strange that Pentastar only wants you to use regular oil instead of synthetic oil??? The pentastar engine series is rated as one of the best v6 engines currently available on the market, as is the ZF gearbox that Chrysler uses. If well maintained these 4.0 engines can easily run into 300K miles with little hassle. MoparFin U. S. Navy Vet - AS1 Military. Feb 27, 2019 at 10:43 PM #2. The Chrysler 3.6L V6 uses a system called eTorque to provide more power at launch as well as better fuel economy. This is why we use mileage to rate how long an engine will last. Truck is a 2013 ST Double cab 4x4 and has 138000 miles. Minor repairs have been an alternator and front wheel bearings. We have the 3.6 and ZF8 in our 19 Wrangler 2 door. The best of all, is the temp stays down around 197 in Sacramento's 100+ temps. It offers a 3.3-liter PowerStroke V6 turbocharged diesel engine as a light-duty pickup. We have nearly 110,000 miles. The 3.6L V6 Pentastar is a 3.6-liter six-cylinder gasoline engine introduced first at the New York Auto Show in 2009 for the 2011 model-year Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles. While most people seem to trade in their cars every few years, some have been known to… Still runs like a champ but the accountant said now was the time to upgrade. I didn't think that year had the Pentastar. After 100 years the engine will only have 10,000 miles on it. Discussion in 'V6 Engine & Performance' started by newdorplane, Sep 7, 2020. As is typical with synthetic oils, this 3.6 Pentastar 5W … Grounding pins moved around. ), but am worried about the durability of the 3.6L Pentastar motor. In general, the engine has been around for a long time and used in a lot of vehicles, so it has been well tested. How long can a Ram with the 3.6 pentastar v6 engine last in miles? I’m looking to buy a 2013 T&C (desperately need Stow’n Go! I'm a former CTD owner, so i know a thing or two about a reliable motor. It runs strong and the 8-speed is terrific. I do periodic sea foam treatments to the oil, gas, and manifold as well. Keeping the engine bay clean, extra fluid and filter checks after fording water, and most important for me, 5 tire rotations. Sounded BS to me, especially since it just happened again for the 4th time in a month & a half. It provides 305 horsepower and plenty of torque that is required in the full size, four-wheel-drive Ram 1500 pickup, while still getting 22 miles per gallon. Dealer said it was a transmission leak, replaced a gasket and all is well. Most engines on the road today are designed to last well over 100,000 miles. Mine was built in the USA (for the most part). It is exciting to see the odometer on your car, truck or SUV reach 100,000, 200,000 and if you’re lucky, 300,000 miles. how long do they last? ... (107.7 miles) which took us 1 hour, 39 minutes and 34 seconds giving us an average speed of 103.8 KM/H or 64.5 miles per hour. ... 5,867 miles. The lawsuit alleges the 3.6-liter Pentastar … My 2015 Jeep Wrangler has 16,000 miles in it. Specifically I used Castrol Edge EP twice, Pennzoil Platinum for all the other changes. Already a vital member of FCA's powertrain lineup, the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 is receiving major efficiency improvements for 2016. Just traded in my '14 last week with 212,300 miles. The eTorque mild-hybrid system was developed by FCA for a number of reasons, one of which is taking baby steps into the alternative fuel … Only issue I had was a oil leak at one of those rubber grommets at the engine and transmission. Regarding this, how many miles can you put on a 3.6 Pentastar? On the weekens, I'm all over the place. Most people who drive hemis never really tow, nor do they ever get on it. The company says it can last up to 20,000 miles between changes, which is double the change interval of 10,000 miles normally recommended for 3.6 Pentastar engines. Had a 2011 Durango 5.7L Hemi with 172k miles on it. Wondering how many miles Jeep Wranglers can last is a logical question, but it doesn’t actually have an entirely clear-cut answer. Anyone with High Mileage 3.6 v6 ram? Still under warranty at 26,000 miles". :doh: I got 7000km so far, only had her for 8 months. All thanks to its impressive features. I’m a carpenter, not a mechanic, so all the simple stuff that can be taken care of with a basic set of tools is well worth the time invested imo. We have a 2011 Avenger, which is a close cousin to the 11-14 200's. I'm either at the beach which is about 120 miles one way from my house or one of the various lakes in my area (50-75 mile radius). Despite that they had some issues early on, the 3.6L V6 Pentastar is a great engine, one of the most reliable engines available on the market right now.. Swapped coils. Look carefully at the gearing if you're going to pull much. Those are good engines It is basically an electric-assist system that maximizes power and efficiency. Chrysler is far from my first choice, but a charger or a challenger is probably your safest buy. Pentastar upgrade. The most recent visit the Larry H Miller dealer said that there was "insufficient ionization of ignition coil number 5. Change the transmission fluid often - 150k easy. Couldn't find another Laramie 4X4 with the Pentastar and don't like the fuel mileage … With more than 10 million units built since the motor's introduction in 2011 between Fiat Chrysler's Trenton South, Saltillo South and Mack Engine plants, the Pentastar has found life in 22 different vehicles—whether it be in 3.0-liter, 3.2-liter, or 3.6-liter configurations (the last being the most … For 2016, FCA released an updated version of the 3.6 L engine for the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango. I did a few dealer free oil changes and around 7,000 miles switched over to Pennzoil Platinum 5w20 and OEM oil filters. Never went the recommended 10k miles and always used FS oil. 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