De voorruit die plat naar voren kan, een nieuwe viercilinder turbomotor en een 3.0 Eco V6 dieselmotor die voor 2019 in de planning staat zijn onder meer de mogelijkheden op de nieuwe Jeep Wrangler.
Hieronder laten we FCA zelf aan het woord over de belangrijkste kenmerken van de nieuwe Jeep Wrangler. Binnenkort meer.
All-new 2018 Jeep® Wrangler: The Most Capable SUV Ever
Even More Legendary Jeep 4×4 Capability, a Modern Design That Stays True to the Original, Advanced Fuel-efficient Powertrains, More Open-air Options and Loaded With Safety Features and Advanced Technology
· Unmatched capability with Command-Trac and Rock-Trac 4×4 systems, next-generation Dana axles, new Selec-Trac full-time two-speed transfer case, Tru-Lock electric front- and rear-axle lockers, Trac-Lok limited-slip differential and 33-inch off-road tires
o Industry-leading ground clearance and approach, breakover and departure angles
o Unmatched crawl ratios
o Up to 30 inches of water fording
· A modern design that stays true to the original
o Instantly recognizable keystone-shaped grille pays homage to Jeep® CJ models
o Iconic round headlamps and square tail lamps provide distinctive Wrangler character
o Rugged-yet-distinguished design boasts improved aerodynamics
o Convenient fold-down windshield for off-road purists
o More open-air freedom for the only true open-air 4×4 SUV with new easy-to-use Sky One-Touch powertop, two hardtops and premium soft top
o Dozens of different door, top and windshield combinations
· Lightweight, high-strength aluminum doors, hinges, hood, fenders, windshield frame, and magnesium swing gate help reduce weight and boost fuel economy
· Suspension tuned to optimize on-road handling and ride comfort without sacrificing off-road capability
· Advanced fuel-efficient powertrain menu:
o All-new 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine with efficient eTorque technology
o 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine with Engine Stop-Start (ESS)
o Diesel power in response to overwhelming consumer demand: 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 with ESS coming in 2019
o Two transmission offerings: new eight-speed automatic or six-speed manual
· Fourth-generation Uconnect system includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and the choice of 5.0, 7.0- or 8.4-inch touchscreens with pinch-and-zoom capability
· Packed with more than 75 available advanced safety and security features
Boven: De nieuwe 2.0 liter viercilinder turbomotor. Slechts 15 minder paarden (270 pk) dan de 3.6 Pentastar V6 (285 pk) maar hij verslaat de Pentastar wel als het gaat om koppel. De 2.0 noteert namelijk 400 Nm en de Pentastar kan daar ‘slechts’ 353 Nm tegenover zetten.
Boven: Schitterende pook in de handgeschakelde versie met het geboortejaar van de stamvader.
Bron: FCA US. Tekst: Martin Brink.
