After being named the “SUV of Texas” for two years running by the Texas Auto Writers Association, the Jeep Grand Cherokee recently returned to the Lonestar State in the shape of a wild new concept vehicle that the brand plans to take into production this spring. [click to continue…]
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After hauling away some of the industry’s top honors in 2011, the Jeep brand is keeping the pedal to the metal this year: The Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Wrangler already have combined to score 10 more awards in just the first two weeks of 2012. [click to continue…]
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Capping off a year that saw it dominate the competition in terms of both rock crawling and award winning, the Jeep Wrangler garnered yet more kudos recently when editors of the Boston Globe selected it for their list of Top Drives of 2012.
The simple story here, according to the Globe: “Everything that made the Wrangler difficult to love and live with is gone. The new V6 is smooth and pulls hard. The steering feels safe and stable. Wind noise is minimal. The dashboard feels crafted and designed for a real commute. There are even power heated mirrors. Not to worry, this Jeep is ever playful and utterly capable.”
And what the publication doesn’t mention is that the 2012 Wrangler’s new Pentastar V6 achieves that performance with 285 hp, 260 lb.-ft. of torque and up to 21 mpg highway, representing increases of 40 percent, 10 percent and 9.5 percent, respectively, over the 2011 model. Which helps explain why the 2012 Wrangler also has been named:
In addition, Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com recognized the Wrangler with Best Resale Value Awards both in the Compact Utility Vehicle category and as one of the Top 10 vehicles in the industry.
The bottom line for the Boston Globe: “It’s the same great thing, only better. That’s the new Wrangler.”
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The second annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Award was presented to the 2012 Jeep Wrangler for the “Hottest 4×4-SUV” and to the 2012 Fiat 500 for the “Hottest Sports Compact Car” at the 2011 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
The award recognizes vehicles that specialty-equipment manufacturers believe are the best platforms for accessorization in four categories: Hottest Car, Hottest Sport Compact Car, Hottest Truck, and Hottest 4×4-SUV. [click to continue…]
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The competition for the title of top dog in from Petersen’s 4-Wheel & Off-Road magazine isn’t quite like that for ordinary automotive “best of” rankings—but that’s okay, because the publication’s highest honor, “4X4 of the Year,” didn’t go to an ordinary vehicle: It was bestowed on the 2012 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, the hardest of Jeep’s hardcore rock crawlers.
Now packing the Chrysler Group’s advanced Pentastar V6 mated to a rugged six-speed manual transmission, next-gen front and rear axles from Dana, and Jeep’s Command-Trac “shift-on-the-fly” four-wheel-drive system, the Wrangler Rubicon bested all rivals in the Petersen’s evaluations, which included a thousand miles of trail driving across some of the toughest terrain in the world. [click to continue…]
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The most-awarded sport-utility vehicle in history, the Jeep Grand Cherokee, has been named “SUV of Texas” for the second year in a row by the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA). The award was one of three received by Jeep vehicles during the annual TAWA Rodeo, a two-day test of the industry’s newest SUV and truck lineup over on-road and off-road terrain held at the Knibbe Ranch in Spring Branch, Texas.
The new 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited was named “Mid-size SUV of Texas,” and the ultra-premium Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit was named “Luxury SUV of Texas.”
“We are delighted that the influential journalists representing the Texas Auto Writers Association have once again recognized Jeep vehicles with several awards, and particularly the Jeep Grand Cherokee as the ‘SUV of Texas,’” said Mike Manley, President and CEO, Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. “Winning this award last year started a string of Grand Cherokee accolades that made it the most-awarded SUV of all-time. More importantly, we know that these TAWA awards translate directly into sales. Through September of this year, Grand Cherokee sales are up 78 percent in the U.S. In the same time period in Texas, sales are up nearly 200 percent. We thank the TAWA journalists for recognizing that Jeep is providing consumers a lineup of SUVs that deliver an unmatched combination of capability, refinement, craftsmanship and value.”
Fifty-seven TAWA members were given two days to evaluate of on- and off-road vehicles. Judging was based on everything from exterior styling and off-road capability, to the vehicles’ overall utility, value and fuel efficiency.
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Mopar has announced a line of more than 250 accessories for the 2012 Jeep Wrangler, allowing owners to customize to their heart’s or wallet’s content. The line ranges from $18 grab handles to a $12,000 camper trailer. Also on tap are winch-capable steel bumpers, steel half-door kits and a selection of 17-inch wheels in four different designs.
Included in the range are things you’d expect – tubular side steps, seat covers, heavy duty floor mats and spare tire covers – and things you might not, such as the Jeep Tent, which offers 10 by 10 feet of floor space and a six-by-six foot screen room. The tent connects to the vehicle by attaching to the rear door.
There’s also the Trek Top, which fits without bows or hardware by conforming to the sport bar and is quickly taken on or off. There’s a kit to build steel half-doors, front and rear. Chrysler’s Uconnect Web is also available and provides each passenger access to the Web through an in-vehicle 3G broadband router. A complete list is available at www.mopar.com.
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As the best-selling vehicle in its class, the Jeep Wrangler has been on a serious sales tear this year, with deliveries up 20 percent through the first seven months of 2011. But this kind of sales performance is likely to change—by getting even better—once the 2012 model debuts. That’s because the vehicle’s on- and off-road performance has gotten even better, too, courtesy of an all-new powertrain featuring the award-winning Pentastar V6 engine.
“Jeep Wrangler—the most capable and iconic vehicle in the world—has a new heart but retains the same soul for 2012,” said Mike Manley, president and CEO of Jeep. “Our new 3.6-liter V-6 engine gives the ever-capable Wrangler a completely new, more refined on-road driving experience—complete with more fuel efficiency, power and torque.” [click to continue…]
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The Jeep brand is have a very good year as it’s celebrating its 70th anniversary. Not only has the lineup been completely revamped recently, but Chrysler is also making it the ideal time to purchase a new Jeep.
This month’s ‘Jeep Celebration’ is in full swing at many Jeep dealerships across the country, which allows consumers who purchase eligible Jeep brand models today through Sept. 26 to advantage of a new $500 Bonus Cash promotion. Attractive financing rates are also in effect during this promotion. [click to continue…]
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The Jeep Wrangler — the most capable and recognized vehicle in the world — becomes even more capable for the 2012 model year. That’s because the venerable off-roader is getting a more powerful, and more efficient, 3.6-liter V-6 engine, along with a new five-speed automatic transmission.
Both the new engine and transmission are shared with the award-winning Jeep Grand Cherokee. These components will dramatically enhance Wrangler’s on-road driving performance – delivering up to 21 miles per gallon – while also delivering more horsepower and torque for conquering off-road terrain. [click to continue…]
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