The 2018 Jeep Wrangler has been spied on the road
near Ann Arbor, Michigan. Snapped by Carscoops reader Andy, this heavily
camouflaged prototype doesn't reveal much but model is expected to have an
evolutionary design which incorporates a number of aerodynamic styling tweaks.
While the styling changes are expected to be minor,
the 2018 Wrangler is slated to feature a number of aluminum components to
reduce weight and improve fuel efficiency. FCA has been coy on specifics but
rumors suggest the hood, doors, and tailgate could be made from the lightweight
material.
The Wrangler has always been a rough and tumble
off-roader but the 2018 model will receive a redesigned interior with higher
quality materials and an improved design. Previous spy photos have shown we can
expect a new three-spoke steering wheel, a revised center stack, and new
switchgear. Elsewhere, there will be painted trim, chrome accents, and an
8.4-inch Uconnect infotainment system.
Jeep has been tight-lipped about engine options but
a recent report suggested choices could include two versions of a turbocharged
2.0-liter four-cylinder and two variants of the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6. The
company could also offer two diesel engines including a 2.2-liter four-cylinder
and a 3.0-liter V6.