LOS ANGELES: The new Jeep Wrangler unveiled Wednesday should meet US CO2 emissions rules into the 2020s, said the head of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV’s Jeep sport utility vehicle brand.
Mike Manley said Fiat Chrysler expects the new Wrangler, which is 90kg lighter than the current model, will average 11.8l/100km in the city, and 10.2l/100km on the highway. The current model is rated at 13.1 city and 11.8 highway.
Jeep will add a four-cylinder engine to the Jeep Wrangler lineup, making the vehicle more competitive in European and Asian markets, Manley added.
2018 Jeep Wrangler Highlights
> 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 tyres
> Industry-leading ground clearance and approach, breakover and departure angles
Unmatched crawl ratios
> Up to 30 inches of water fording
> Keystone-shaped grille pays homage to Jeep CJ models
> Iconic round headlamps and square tail lamps provide distinctive Wrangler character
> Rugged-yet-distinguished design boasts improved aerodynamics
> Convenient fold-down windshield for off-road purists
> More open-air freedom with new easy-to-use Sky One-Touch powertop, two hardtops and premium soft top
> Dozens of different door, top and windshield combinations
> Lightweight, high-strengthaluminiumm doors, hinges, hood, fenders, windshield frame, and magnesium swing gate help reduce weight and boost fuel economy
> Suspension tuned to optimise on-road handling and ride comfort without sacrificing off-road capability
> 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
> Fuel-efficient powertrains: New 2.0-litre turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine with eTorque technology; 3.6-litre Pentastar V-6 engine with Engine Stop-Start (ESS); 3.0-litre EcoDiesel V-6 with ESS coming in 2019
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