{"product_id":"cold-air-intake-for-dodge-durango-jeep-grand-cherokee-2016-2019-3-6l-engine","title":"Cold Air Intake for Dodge Durango \u0026 Jeep Grand Cherokee (2016-2019) 3.6L Engine","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Flow Cold Air Intake for 2016-2019 Dodge, Jeep Durango, Grand Cherokee (Pentastar\/WK2-WD)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces the restrictive factory airbox and corrugated intake tube to maximize volumetric efficiency and reduce intake air temperatures on the 3.6L Pentastar engine.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Durango, Grand Cherokee Intake Shortcomings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OEM induction system on the 3.6L Pentastar is engineered for sound suppression rather than performance. It utilizes a baffled airbox and a corrugated rubber intake hose that creates significant internal turbulence. This design leads to air drag and excessive heat soak; the factory plastic components retain ambient engine heat, which increases Intake Air Temperatures (IAT). When IATs rise, the Engine Control Unit (ECU) pulls ignition timing to prevent knock, directly resulting in lost horsepower and sluggish throttle response during high-load scenarios or towing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis intake system upgrades the induction path using mandrel-bent T304 lightweight aluminum piping. Aluminum provides a smoother internal surface compared to stock plastic, facilitating laminar airflow and reducing the vacuum draw required by the engine. The kit features a high-performance, washable synthetic filter that provides a larger surface area for filtration without the restrictive pressure drop of a standard paper element. By increasing the volume of oxygen-rich air reaching the manifold, the system improves combustion efficiency, delivering a measurable increase in torque and a more aggressive acoustic profile under wide-open throttle. The system is a direct bolt-on, requiring no ECU recalibration or permanent vehicle modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e2016-2019 Dodge, Jeep Durango, Grand Cherokee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003ePentastar 3.6L V6 \/ WK2 (Jeep) \u0026amp; WD (Dodge)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e293-295 hp \/ 260 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eT304 Aluminum \/ High-Flow Washable Filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDodge Durango:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2016-2022 3.6L V6 Engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJeep Grand Cherokee:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2016-2022 3.6L V6 Engine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with both Automatic and Manual transmissions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Brand New\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Intake Pipe \/ Silver Universal High-Performance Filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Dodge \u0026amp; Jeep Utility Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor WD and WK2 owners, maintaining performance during towing and off-road use is critical. This aluminum intake system is built to withstand the thermal stresses of heavy engine loads, ensuring that your 3.6L Pentastar maintains consistent power delivery without the airflow bottlenecking common in factory-style paper filtration systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47996776186104,"sku":"DS-EMKOL9DDI","price":179.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/cold-air-intake-for-dodge-durango-jeep-grand-cherokee-2016-2019-3-6l-engine-1.webp?v=1771281761","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/cold-air-intake-for-dodge-durango-jeep-grand-cherokee-2016-2019-3-6l-engine","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}