Jeep Wrangler facelift to be launched in India on April 22

Jeep Wrangler facelift to be launched in India on April 22

The Jeep Wrangler facelift made its global debut nearly a year ago and the SUV is all set to make its way to the Indian market with a comprehensive up

The 2024 Jeep Wrangler gets subtle restyling in the form of a slimmer grille, new alloys, and more

Jeep India is all set to bring the updated Wrangler off-roader to the market on April 22, 2024. The Jeep Wrangler facelift made its global debut nearly a year ago and the SUV is all set to make its way to the Indian market with a comprehensive upgrade to its design and feature list. Here’s a look at what you can expect.

The Jeep Wrangler facelift will get an all-black with the trademark seven-slat design being slimmer than before. There are new alloy wheels, different wheel sizes and multiple roof options available globally. Jeep India will likely bring the soft top and hard top options to the Indian market.

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2024 Jeep Wrangler
The 2024 Jeep Wrangler gets a new infotainment screen and repositioned AC vents, while most of the other controls remain unchanged

The cabin will also get subtle changes including the revised dashboard layout features a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system and repositioned AC vents, which will be standard on all trims.

The Wrangler facelift will also get Jeep’s latest Uconnect 5 user interface bringing more connected tech to the off-roader. Furthermore, there will be the new Trails Offroad guide with 62 off-road trails incorporated into the system. Other upgrades include the 12-way electrically adjustable front seats, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a semi-digital instrument console, and more.

Power on the Jeep Wrangler facelift for India will come from the 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine tuned for 266 bhp and 400 Nm of peak torque, while paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The SUV will also get the Jeep Selec-Trac full-time Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) system. There won’t be a diesel engine for the Indian market.

The Wrangler is presently available in two variants – Unlimited and Rubicon – and we expect the same to continue on the facelifted model as well. The current version is priced between 62.65 lakh and 66.65 lakh (ex-showroom) respectively, and expect the new version to command a marginal premium over the same. The Jeep Wrangler will take on the Land Rover Defender in the luxury off-roader segment.

First Published Date: 13 Apr 2024, 14:59 PM IST


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Jeep sells five millionth Wrangler off-roader globally, milestone achieved in 37 years

Jeep sells five millionth Wrangler off-roader globally, milestone achieved in 37 years

The iconic Jeep Wrangler has achieved a new milestone as the automaker rolled out the five millionth example of the off-roader globally. The five-millionth Jeep Wrangler has been sold to a customer in New Jersey in the US and is the fifth-generation 2024 version. The automaker achieved the milestone in a span of 37 years since the first Wrangler rolled out in the US in 1986 (as a 1987 model), replacing the Jeep CJ that continued the legacy of the original 1941 Willy MB.

By: Sameer Fayaz Contractor
| Updated on: 31 Aug 2023, 18:36 PM

The Jeep Wrangler was first launched in 1986 in the US and is now a global off-roading icon

Since the launch of the first Jeep Wrangler (YJ), the automaker went on to sell 630,000 units of the off-roader between 1987 and 1995. The second-generation Wrangler (TJ) would go on to sell 900,000 units between 1996 and 2006. The third generation Wrangler (JK) arrived in 2006, followed by the JL in 2017. The five-millionth model sold is the 2023 4xe Rubicon 20th Anniversary Edition in the Earl paint scheme. The owner will also receive $ 5,000 worth of Jeep Performance parts and Jeep Wave customer care benefits.

The five-millionth Jeep Wrangler to be sold is the 2023 4xe Rubicon 20th Anniversary Edition
The five-millionth Jeep Wrangler to be sold is the 2023 4xe Rubicon 20th Anniversary Edition

Speaking about the sales milestone, Jim Morrison, Senior Vice President and Head of Jeep brand North America, said, “With five million Wranglers sold, the Jeep brand continues to grow fueled by the unwavering passion of the Jeep global community. With legendary 4×4 capability, open-air-freedom and a timeless design, the Wrangler embodies the spirit and the soul of the Jeep brand. Over 80 per cent of the five million Wranglers sold since 1986 are still on the road, having fun out there and showcasing the amazing staying power of the vehicle. Our new 2024 Wrangler raises the bar once again as the most capable Wrangler yet, with more technology, safety features and refinement.”

The Jeep Wrangler started life as a two-door model with a 2.5-litre four-cylinder and a 4.2-litre inline six-cylinder engine options. Over the years, the automaker went on to introduce the four-door version, which is sold globally as well including in India. The fifth-generation Wrangler will make its way to the Indian market at a later date.

First Published Date: 31 Aug 2023, 18:36 PM IST


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