The 300C, Charger, Magnum, and Grand Cherokee SRT8 models were equipped with the Chrysler ESF or HEMI 6.1 6.1-liter V8 engine, which was manufactured in Mexico between 2005 and 2010. Neither a VCT phase regulator nor an MDS cylinder deactivation system were present in such a unit.
The EZA, EZB, EZH, and ESG internal combustion engines are also part of the HEMI series.
The engine was installed on:
- Chrysler 300C 1 (LX) in 2005 – 2010;
- Dodge Charger 1 (LX) in 2006 – 2010;
- Dodge Challenger 3 (LC) in 2008 – 2010;
- Dodge Magnum 1 (LE) in 2005 – 2008;
- Jeep Grand Cherokee 3 (WK) in 2005 – 2010.
Specifications
| Production years | 2005-2010 |
| Cylinder block alloy | cast iron |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Configuration | V8 |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Block head | aluminum, 16v |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | VCT |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Piston stroke, mm | 90.9 |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 103 |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 |
| Displacement, cc | 6059 |
| Power output, hp | 425 |
| Torque output, Nm | 570 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 3 |
| Weight, kg | — |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Chrysler 300C 2008) — city — highway — combined |
21.0 9.9 14.0 |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 6.7 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
Disadvantages of the ESF engine
This series’ engines don’t have many issues, but they use a lot of fuel;
Additionally, this power unit is even more dependable because it lacks an MDS system;
5W-20 oil is required for the motor’s regular operation, particularly for hydraulic lifters; frequently, the exhaust manifold leads and occasionally the studs of its fastening even burst;
Strange noises, commonly referred to as “Hemi ticking,” are frequently heard beneath the hood.