As Jeep works on introducing the Jeep Wrangler JL in
India, spy photos have started making rounds on the web. Tech N Wheels has
posted a spy shot of the new generation Jeep Wrangler’s 2-door version. There’s no camouflage or disguise
on the 2-door Jeep Wrangler JL test mule seen in the spy shot. Jeep is
probably interested in the 4-door Unlimited version for our market.
The Jeep Wrangler JL features an evolutionary design
with subtle enhancements to its signature design elements. Key revisions
include gently swept back keystone-shaped seven-slot grille with both outer
grille slats intersecting with the headlights, new distinctive hood latches,
more rakish windshield, fixed A-pillars, turn signals positioned on the wheel
flares and lowered belt line with bigger windows. Dozens of different door, top
and windshield combinations are available internationally.
Inside, the Jeep Wrangler has retained its
no-frills design with a very basic and traditional layout in its fourth
generation. The interior is more sophisticated, though, with a more appealing
styling and a host of new amenities. Passive keyless entry, push-button starter
with a weather-proof surround, 7-inch LED driver information display and
8.4-inch Connect touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android
Auto are some of the main interior features of the all-new Jeep Wrangler.
Jeep has introduced the Wrangler JL with three
engine options: 3.6-litre naturally aspirated petrol (284 PS/347 Nm), 2.0-litre
turbocharged petrol (272 PS/400 Nm) and 2.2-litre turbocharged diesel (200
PS/450 Nm). Fuel-sipping stop-start technology is standard in all engines. Both
the turbocharged engines are coupled to an 8-speed automatic transmission,
while the naturally aspirated engine is paired with either a 6-speed manual
transmission or an 8-speed automatic transmission. The off-road-oriented
specifications, including the 4x4 system, varies as per the grade selected:
Sport/Sport S, Sahara and Rubicon.
The all-new Jeep Wrangler JL could reach India in Q4
2018 (October-December 2018). The Jeep Wrangler JK is a CBU import, but the
Jeep Wrangler JL could get locally assembled for a more realistic price.
