jeep grand cherokee engine replacement cost

Thinking of giving your Grand Cherokee a new heart? In Australia, a used/wrecker engine supplied and fitted typically lands around AUD $6,000–$12,000, depending on year and variant. A reconditioned long-block usually sits near AUD $8,000–$15,000 fitted, while a brand-new crate engine can push AUD $14,000–$25,000+ before you’ve even celebrated with fresh coolant. Labour is no picnic either—budget roughly 15–25 hours at about $140–$220/hr, plus ancillaries (fluids, mounts, belts) of another few hundred to a grand. Petrol V6s tend to be cheaper; the 3.0 diesel V6 is the wallet’s natural predator. Always price by VIN and engine code—quotes can swing more than a roo on a wet roundabout.