As part of a series
of investments at its assembly sites in Michigan, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has
confirmed a selection of new SUV models. The automaker first confirmed that the iconic Jeep Wagoneer
and Grand Wagoneer were returning way back in 2011. Now, we have confirmation
that these two models will be constructed at FCA’s Warren Truck assembly plant,
re-tooled as part of a $1.5 billion investment at the site.
As the Wagoneer and
Grand Wagoneer will be built at Warren Truck, they’re expected to be body-on-frame
vehicles. Jeep has also confirmed that plug-in hybrid versions of both vehicles
will be built and the automaker will even have the flexibility to build
all-electric variants if it wants to.
In addition to the
new Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer, Jeep has announced that it’s working on
an all-new three-row full-size SUV that will come to life at its Mack Avenue
Engine Complex. Few details have been offered about this vehicle, other than
the fact that it will be sold as a plug-in hybrid. Production of this new
three-row SUV will start by the end of 2020.
FCA announced a
slew of new models back in June 2018 with the release of a product roadmap
through to the year 2022. This roadmap confirmed an E-segment three-row SUV but
failed to provide us with any more information.
