2007 Jeep Wrangler Four-Door (pics)

[cshontz]

High quality photographs are starting to circulate, so I thought I'd give them their own thread. These are just a few that I ran across in the JU JK forum.

http://static.flickr.com/55/126651706_ef22899b7d_b.jpg

http://static.flickr.com/44/126650945_b5063c59ae_b.jpg

http://static.flickr.com/51/126651262_de15940683_b.jpg

I'm warming up to this new Jeep pretty quickly. Was there any doubt? This appears to be a 2wd Sahara model, but I think it'd be much more interesting in Rubicon trim.

[Life_in_4Lo]

That is hella cool man. I like it alot

[calamaridog]

I might vomit if the Wrangler is offered in 2wd...

As far as that design is concerned, it is ugly...

...but ugly grows on me, and function is more important:victory: I like it too, but the sectional roof scares me.

I'm still not overly impressed with the idea of a V6 and the heavy 4 door. Where is the 4.7 V8? That or the diesel would be a deal breaker for many people.

[Scott Brady]

I might vomit if the Wrangler is offered in 2wd....

Me too


As far as that design is concerned, it is ugly...

The front fenders look like they are sagging (plastic as I remember). It could be a preproduction issue.


...but ugly grows on me, and function is more important:victory: I like it too, but the sectional roof scares me.

I'm still not overly impressed with the idea of a V6 and the heavy 4 door. Where is the 4.7 V8? That or the diesel would be a deal breaker for many people.

My thoughts exactly. I say "show be the diesel, baby" and "I show you the money"

[cshontz]

A friend used to say, "If you own a Wrangler, you gotta love the outdoors because the outdoors is comin' in."

[datrupr]

The jury is still here on the new 4 door. I think it could grow on me though. I don't think it looks as cool as the FJ Cruiser though.

Why on earth would they make a 2wd Wrangler??????(hypothetical, please do not answer, as I already know the answer.)

Scott, it looks as thought the fenders are designed with that downward slant, and I agree, it looks kinda strange. But aren't they supposed to be removable? If so, wait for the aftermarket to come out with non "sagging" looking fenders and slap those on.

I do think my wife will really like these though. Who knows, there might be one in my driveway before there is an FJ cruiser, and I think that makes me sad:o

[cshontz]

But aren't they supposed to be removable?

This is an evil and untrue rumor, I'm afraid. They are removable as any fender is removable, but I don't believe they are designed with easy removal in mind.

[datrupr]

This is an evil and untrue rumor, I'm afraid. They are removable as any fender is removable, but I don't believe they are designed with easy removal in mind.


That is an evil rumor then, because wouldn't it be cool if they were easily removable?

[cshontz]

Oh ... I so did not want to want this vehicle, but look at it - it beckons me. I think it just winked at me!

http://jeepin.com/news/07unlimited/jp007_043wr.jpg

[CLynn85]

Can someone photoshop the hardtop to be the same color as the body?


Is it just me or does the 4door hardtop remind anyone else of a 110" Defender? Maybe this is why I'm liking it so much.

[cshontz]

Is it just me or does the 4door hardtop remind anyone else of a 110" Defender? Maybe this is why I'm liking it so much.

I tend to agree with you, Carl. Its distinctly Jeep, however the vertical pillars are definately Defender-esque. I think I might've preferred it if they followed suit with the roll bar.

It took them 10 years, but we finally got our Dakar. :)

http://static.flickr.com/40/127489300_d301155228.jpg

[Brian McVickers]

Good info here, looks like it will be available with the Rubicon package

http://www.rockcrawler.com/reviews/jeep/wrangler_2007/unlimited/debut/index.asp

Another article said that a diesel engine would be available for "international" markets but does not sound like in the US. Maybe you could pick up a diesel in Canada and drive it down!

[datrupr]

More likely than not, if the diesel is not going to be available in the US, then Canada will not get it either. I could be wrong though.

I would think that with the success of the CRD in the Liberty they would also put it in the new Wrangler. Who knows what the logic is behind that.

[cshontz]

I have it on good authority that we're going to see a diesel Grand Cherokee starting with the 2007.5 model year. I'd venture to guess that the first domino has fallen, and diesel availability will continue make its rounds through the line-up.

[Life_in_4Lo]

that new 4 door w/ hardtop looks alot better than the dakar! The wheelbase is quite long, longer than a Land Cruiser! It's going to be interesting on trails...
It's way cool looking tho, paint the hardtop, Rubicon pkg and it's about the coolest looking new suv. Diesel and it would make me really jealous indeed.

[calamaridog]

Long wheelbase is nice in most situations that you'd want a 4 door with more capacity anyways...

[Westy]

Look how big and bulky the rear bumper is looking...and hangs low.

Its the first thing most people remove anyways but still...what is Jeep thinking.

[rbraddock]

Can someone photoshop the hardtop to be the same color as the body?


Is it just me or does the 4door hardtop remind anyone else of a 110" Defender? Maybe this is why I'm liking it so much.

Carl:
Here you go:
http://expeditionportal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=1699&stc=1&d=1144873578

About two minutes of work with a low quality image.

The 2007 Wrangler is nice but I still like the Cherokee!!!!

[datrupr]

Randy, the link did not work for me.

I have to disagree that the new 4 door looks better than the Dakar. I think the dakar is way cooler looking IMO. Either way, if they throw a diesel in it I would seriously consider standing in line for one.

[blaze one]

This is the only Jeep that I have liked , If they offer it with a V8 or a diesel , I can definietly put this on my list when i go shopping for a new truck/suv in a couple years .
As long as Chevrolet doesn't come out with a great looking Fullsize pickup by then , I can see this as my choice for sure .

If the tires were more agressive , maybe even 31's , I am sure it would change the whole look of it . Those tires are just plain wimpy .

[Doin_It]

I quote Mike Donoughe, vice president of the Wrangler's body-on-frame product team.

The X and Sahara versions feature the second-generation Command-Trac part-time, two-speed transfer case, featuring a 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio. An optional Trac-Lok limited-slip rear differential provides extra torque and grip during low-traction situations. The top-of-the-line Rubicon comes with an Off-Road Rock-Trac two-speed transfer case with a 4.0:1 low-range gear ratio, as well as electric front- and rear-axle lockers, Active Sway Bar System and 32-inch B.F. Goodrich off-road tires.

Under the hood is a 3.8-liter V6 engine that produces 205 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque; it can be teamed with either the standard 6-speed manual transmission or an optional 4-speed automatic. This engine provides more power as well as better fuel economy than the 4.0-liter engine it replaces.

A diesel engine will be available in certain markets outside North America—the first time in a Wrangler.

Wrangler Unlimited will be sold in more than 100 countries throughout the world, in both left- and right-hand-drive configurations, with sales beginning in North America this fall. Available as the X, Sahara or Rubicon, pricing will be announced closer to its on-sale date.

So it sounds like us here in N.A. aren't going to be seeing the diesel off the bat, and yet diesel sales in the Liberty passed all of Jeeps forecasts. Oh well

[cshontz]

:luxhello:

http://static.flickr.com/53/127758809_02f35ede41_b.jpg

That tears it. Let me see ... to what new low can I stoop in order to afford to purchase and outfit this vehicle? I could sell myself - I'm a handsome chap. I could make large sums of money performing certain services for women. Yes, that will do.

Woman to Barney Gumble: "Did something crawl down your throat and die?"

Barney Gumble: "It didn't die! (belch)"

[blaze one]

There it is , my next vehicle ! Different color of course .

[Colorado Ron]

Ive got dibs on the first one that comes to my buddys dealership!

[CLynn85]

And here I was planning to keep my old Jeep forever and just get a nice car to drive around. Darn you Toyota and Jeep for coming out with nice new SUV's!!!

THAT is awesome. Color kinda sucks, but in red or black or a real Jeep green... oh man. In black you prolly wouldn't even notice the b-pillar.

[datrupr]

Now that I like. I also like that the Rubicon does not have body colored fenders. In a different color that would be sweet. Now, for my next vehicle, a new FJ, or a new Rubicon Unlimited????? I am so torn, that I know I would not be able to make up my mind. I guess I will keep the Trooper for a bit longer.

[Scott Brady]

http://www.jeep.com/en/07wranglerunlimited/

Getting official...

[Life_in_4Lo]

wow, the blue side view w/cargo bags on the roof looks awesome. Very functional and authentic.

Rubicon pkg, solid front, diesel, 4 dr & hardtop. It's hard to say no to that!
I really think they botched the petrol engine, that's enough to say "no" but w/ the diesel... very enticing

[durango_60]

Well I for one am very glad they did not make a diesel. I don't think my Toyota friends would still have me nor do I think my wife would tolerate me after my short lived FJ Cruiser infatuation.

[datrupr]

Very cool. I can not show this to the Mrs. She will overcome her Mini Convertible infatuation and I will be seeing this in the driveway. Then I will be jealous.

[flyingwil]

Very cool. I can not show this to the Mrs. She will overcome her Mini Convertible infatuation and I will be seeing this in the driveway. Then I will be jealous.


Naw, you'll just have 2 very good overland vehicles!

I thought I read somewhere about the Jeep have electronic disco's? How would this work!?

[Life_in_4Lo]

I don't like this particular color, but I love the way this looks
http://jeepin.com/news/07unlimited/jp007_048wr.jpg

Now if they come out w/ the Gladiator....:smileeek:

[CLynn85]

Naw, you'll just have 2 very good overland vehicles!

I thought I read somewhere about the Jeep have electronic disco's? How would this work!?

It's a very similar system to the power wagon. The end links don't disconnect but rather the swaybar itself has a break in the middle that at the push of a button separates so the two sides flex independently. Perty cool idea.

[+ d]

It's a very similar system to the power wagon. The end links don't disconnect but rather the swaybar itself has a break in the middle that at the push of a button separates so the two sides flex independently. Perty cool idea.

i'd love to see a technical drawing of that...

[Life_in_4Lo]

here's more on the discos
http://www.4wdtrips.net/forum/showthread.php?t=3865

[flywgn]

I've been following this thread with interest. I've been a fan of JEEP for many years. We've owned four: 1964 Wagoneer, '64 CJ3A, '68 CJ5, and a '84 Cherokee. They all performed well for us except the '64 Wagoneer. We had valve problems from the get-go with it and we negotiated a deal with the dealer for the CJ3A.

The Cherokee made a trip to the Yukon in '88.

We saw several Liberties in South Africa this past January and two were all tricked out with mods (snorkels, sliders, etc.).

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On a side note. Any of you want to hazard a guess as to the location of the ad photos above? I'm betting that among us we can come up with the spot.
We can eliminate the Smoky Mts. :)

[articulate]

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On a side note. Any of you want to hazard a guess as to the location of the ad photos above? I'm betting that among us we can come up with the spot.
We can eliminate the Smoky Mts. :)
No kidding. I noticed - off the bat nonetheless - the lovely creosotes. Not too far from home at all.

Unless I'm wrong.....

Mark

[Wanderlusty]

Well, I was all ready to start saving for that F-250 to get some extra room now that the kid has arrived, because even though I saw some spy shots of the 4 door a few months ago, I just couldn't picture it having much cargo room. Well, it appears it holds it's own... maybe not as much as a fullsize truck with topper, but packed right, it could carry a decent bit of equipment.

Ah, choices choices...

Good thing that I have about a 2 year timespan to decide, while I pay off the Wrangler I have now...

2 years gives plenty of time for DC to get it right with a Diesel.

And just when I thought I was gonna have to get out of a Jeep...

I was a big fan of the Gladiator, but I think I dig this more.

Except that color. Ick.

[FortyMileDesert]

Southern Nevada. The flats between the Muddy Mountains and Lake Mead.

[flywgn]

No kidding. I noticed - off the bat nonetheless - the lovely creosotes. Not too far from home at all.

Unless I'm wrong.....

Mark

I don't think you are wrong. I'm just trying to connect the water and the mountain ridges. The flora does seem to plunk it somewhere near us...unless they used that small part of the Sonoran Desert that pops up in British Columbia. :xxrotflma

I'm sorry. My question has taken an "off-topic" turn.

[cshontz]

First-year vehicle platforms always have alot of bugs that need to be worked out, and the new Wrangler Unlimited will be no exception.

http://static.flickr.com/46/130929862_8aaa8861a8.jpg

http://static.flickr.com/44/130929843_a844044f20.jpg

http://static.flickr.com/48/130929827_6977d02fa3.jpg

http://static.flickr.com/48/130929813_c8ef0fc463.jpg

[datrupr]

OK Chris, where are you fiding this stuff? That is cool too. Thanks for posting it up.

[CLynn85]

I think I'm in love:

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f342/Don-A-Vee/dieselstationwrangler4doorp.jpg

[blaze one]

If your in love with that , then i hope she cheats on you , with me . I really like the all black theme , H1 wheels ?
Mmmmm.... chrome less too :Wow1:

[cshontz]

H1 wheels?

Nope. Rescue concept wheels. Very cool looking. Although, living in Lancaster County, that thing screams Mennonite - not that there's anything wrong with that. I much prefer the red variation of this same photochop.

http://img130.imageshack.us/img130/7667/dieselstationwrangler4doorphot.jpg

[chet]

I'm on the 2 year waiting plan as well. Hopefully a Diesel arrives before then. If not I'm getting a JDM import cruiser. I would rather buy something left hand drive though!

Diesel for me all the way! I really like the rig though 4 doors and a removeable top! :sport_box

[Wanderlusty]

SERIOUSLY crossing fingers for a diesel. Don't yet know if diesel will be a deal breaker or not, but REALLY want to see that feature.

That black photochop looks really, really sweet.

[Wanderlusty]

A photochop I found from JF. What a lifted JK would look like. Me likey....

[Ron B]

wow, with the top on it looks like an H3 -- or visa versa. That picture of the black/diesel is pretty cool. Hummer rims are pretty heavy, I'm sure there are alot of better ones out there...though maybe not 2 piece?

Ron B

[datrupr]

I like the blac and the red renditions you guys have put together with the Rescue wheels. I do think it looks much better with the top off though. I still like it, but I will only love it if it comes with a diesel.

[Wanderlusty]

It looks a little better with the soft top, too. I love the versatility a soft top affords, so that would probably be my choice, that, or dual tops.

Here is a pic with soft tops, plus some wheeling pics right here in my state of Arkansas at Superlift ORV park in Hot Springs.

http://arkansascrawlers.com/cgi-bin/yabb2/nph-YaBB.pl?num=1146510280

[datrupr]

Soft top does look better, but no top still looks best. But, both tops would still be nice to have, along withthe CRD.


Are you hearing us Daimler/Chrysler?? Give us the diesel!!!!!!!!!


Where is crying stomping feet smile when you need it:D

[Wanderlusty]

Most comprehensive pictures of the new JK I have seen.

http://www.ecoyne.com/photoalbum/thumbnails.php?album=66

And yes DC

GIVE US DIESEL!!!

[cshontz]

Just an update, production of the TJ has ceased a little while ago, and production of the JK Unlimited (four door) has commenced. Folks are starting to place their orders.

This information was posted by Don-A-Vee (http://www.donavee.com/).

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f342/Don-A-Vee/jk5.jpg

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f342/Don-A-Vee/jk6.jpg

A forthcoming option that is not immediately available is a Nav Radio w/ a 20 gig HD called MyGiG. Very interesting! :)

http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2006/07/sebring_mygig.jpg

They're starting to show up at Jeep Jamborees for testing - or whatever it is that they do with mules at these events.

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b71/tpm7/DSC00849.jpg

[Wanderlusty]

I am watching this with extreme interest, because I need a more family friendly replacement for my Wrangler, and no matter how many 80's and Taco's or F-250's I dream about, I keep on coming back to the JK as probably the best choice for me for several reasons. Those prices look really nice. That nav system looks awesome too. Wonder if when it is available if it can be had on an otherwise basic Wrangler Rubi. No power windows for me. All I want is a Rubi with 4 doors, 6 gears, 20 gig worth of maps and a full tank of gas.:D

[Nullifier]

Well that running board won't last long LOL!

[Scott Brady]

I had the chance to play around with one last week.

I really like the thing. Jeep products are starting to reflect the Benz design and quality. Interior is simple, with great ergonomics. Front seats are very comfy, with side impact options. Loads of rear seat room with cool rear doors.

I can certainly notice the increased room, with a wider console and room to sit five in the rear.

Longer control arms and much heavier steering components. V6 allows lots of room in the engine bay.

I have STRONG positive feelings about this model. It just might be the FZJ80 of this decade (yes, really).

Oh, no pictures... sorry

[Gear]

Hello Scott,
Did you get to drive the new 4 door. If so how was the V6. I can't decide if I should order one or wait for a possible different engine maybe late in 07?

Justin
2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2006 Adventure Trailers Chaser #15

[Scott Brady]

No, I could not drive it, and it was a mule too, so fit and finish was as expected.

The most surprising thing was that it did not look too big, and had great visibility. I really think it is a great evolution of the Wrangler.

They just need to slap in that 3.0L V6 Diesel...

[calamaridog]

Justin,

I'm not sure what engine you would be waiting for, I think you have one choice. My dreams of the 3.7/4.7 v6/v8 family going in this model disappeared and CA won't see a diesel version until at least 2009 when we have low sulfer diesel here.

I hope this vehicle is well made and successful, I really do. Stuff keeps falling off my Liberty and it only has 30,000 mi:yikes: My wife keeps saying she'll never get another Jeep and I'm like "but honey, don't say NEVER", hey, you never know what they might build:p

I certainly like the styling and 4 real doors better than the FJ Cruiser though!

I guess the good news is I won't be in the market for a while so I don't have to choose;)

[Life_in_4Lo]

It just might be the FZJ80 of this decade (yes, really).


you need to be flogged now:p

actually, I think FZJ70 would be more accurate. It's very similar to the S. American FZJ70 in it's "barebones wagon" design.

I really like it and w/ a diesel, like I said, would be looking hard at it. It's a cool wagon, gotta check out the underside to see how beefy it is.

The minivan V6 is not a positive imo.

[YJ Dave]

They just need to slap in that 3.0L V6 Diesel...

I'll second that!

I think that I would buy a new Jeep in 2.5 seconds if they put a CRD in a Wrangler.

[elcoyote]

In a few weeks I will be spending a week on the Rubicon trail working for Jeep running 160 journalists through the trail with the new JKs for their media kick off. Needless to say I am really looking forward to getting out on the trail and finding out how well the JK performs. I too am curious about some things such as the future availability of the 3.0 diesel engine etc. I will try to find out some answers to some of the questions you have posted. Once I return, I'll post my impressions and what I learn here in this thread.

[Life_in_4Lo]

that is cool! take some pics and post them up, I'm really curious to know how it performs and your impressions of the layout!

[cshontz]

http://img73.imageshack.us/img73/3429/dsc01424editedxu2.jpg

[haven]

I
...It just might be the FZJ80 of this decade...


Here's a comparison of the Wrangler Rubicon 4Door and the FZJ80.
Wrangler will need a big injection of springs and shocks to match
the TLC. OTherwise it matches up well.

2007 Jeep 4 Door..............1997 Land Cruiser

......184.......Length.............190
......116.......Wheelbase..........112
.......74.......Width...............76
.......62.......Track...............63
.......41.......Turning circle......40
.......10.......Ground clearance....11
.......72.......Height..............73

......205.......HP.................212
......240.......Torque.............275
.......18........EPA.................13

.......86.......Cargo cu ft.........91

......4315......Curb weight..... .4834
......5240......GVWR..............6570
.......925......Cargo lbs.........1736
......3500......Towing............5000


Chip Haven

[Scott Brady]

Nice comparison Chip. Thanks for putting that together.

If I recall correctly, there will be a towing package allowing for 5,000 lbs.

My documentation also shows a Payload of 1,150.

I am sure it is just final revisions to specs before release.

[Scott Brady]

http://img73.imageshack.us/img73/3429/dsc01424editedxu2.jpg

tell me that is not just SWEET!

[upcruiser]

tell me that is not just SWEET!
That is slick. I'm surprised it has a greater wheelbase then the 80. The interior space is much closer then the 80's then I thought it would be too. The 4 door I saw testing last winter in the UP here did not look that big really. Any guesses as to what the retail on a bare bones 4 door Rubi will be?

[articulate]

I sure hope the thing is as uncomfortable as a hooker in a church pew...otherwise I'm going to want one badly.

I'd guess it must approach $30,000 MSRP, no? The TJ Rubicon was close to 28 with the bells-n-whistles if I remember correctly.

Should we start a pool?

[durango_60]

me likey, it may just be worth pissing off my Toyota buddies...

think diesel

[pskhaat]

3.0L V6 Diesel...
Huh? Call me Floyd Christmas; I thought it was a straight 5/6 diesel that Jeep was putting in the GC! Diesel engine's were made to be inline configured. Even Mercedes went back with their 3.2l to a straight design from a planned V6 due to longevity issues. GM failed with their rebadged V8 gasoline-turned-diesel; did also not Ford have and continue to have some V8 issue with the PowerStroke? http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=ford+powerstroke+diesel+problems&btnG=Google+Search

Would not the 2.8l I4 be a better fit?

I tell you what, I don't even care anymore, just please give us a diesel (any configuration) in these Jeep products. I still say, put the 2.8l I4 CRD in the Rubi (with manual tranny BTW) and I'll sell the 3fj40 and the Ford Probe and buy one and post pictures of it all over ih8mud. :O

[Gear]

Today's my Birthday, I'll take the white one please!! With a Diesel of course. Thanks for the photograph Chris. Made my day.:D

Justin
2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2006 Adventure Trailers Chaser #15

[Scott Brady]

Justin,

It must be your birthday every day, because you do have the coolest toys :smiley_drive:

H1
Killer TJ
Chaser Trailer
:luxhello:

[BajaTaco]

I sure hope the thing is as uncomfortable as a hooker in a church pew...otherwise I'm going to want one badly.



LMAO! I haven't heard that one before :xxrotflma

Yea, thanks for the pic of the white one Chris! Damn, that's a fine looking vehicle. Good thing they won't have a diesel or I'd have to get one. Just imagine those rear doors and seats all gone... mild lift with 33's... and a slick camper setup on the back... :drool:

[OverlandZJ]

I dont get it...apparently i'm the only one here who thinks this vehicle is butt ugly.

Dont get me wrong, i love the Ruby options and a stretched wheelbase, just cant deal with a 4 door Wrangler and that redesigned front end.

I hope everybody trades in their 05-06 Rubicon Unlimiteds...and drives the resale value down. :jump:

[Scott Brady]

I dont get it...apparently i'm the only one here who thinks this vehicle is butt ugly.


Function over form amigo :sombrero:

The same reason a G-Wagon or 70 series LC looks like the most beautiful rig in the world to me.

[elcoyote]

No Kidding!


Function over form amigo :sombrero:

The same reason a G-Wagon or 70 series LC looks like the most beautiful rig in the world to me.

C'mon, afterall, the Unimog looks like one of those dogs where you can't tell the butt from the face...and heck, I drool over those things...the Unimog I mean.

[OverlandZJ]

Function over form amigo :sombrero:

The same reason a G-Wagon or 70 series LC looks like the most beautiful rig in the world to me.

Hope there's a whole lotta function in this...cause it's a whole lotta ugly. :D

Maybe i should "UnLimitize" my Flatfender! :sombrero:

[articulate]

C'mon, afterall, the Unimog looks like one of those dogs where you can't tell the butt from the face...and heck, I drool over those things...the Unimog I mean.
BWAHAHAHA!!!! Drool over those things. hilarious! Good catch by adding "Unimog I mean."

Let's not be too limiting. If certain butts and faces have a reasonable amount of form over function, you'd probably drool over those too. Maybe on them. :drool:

Well, having the opinion that the new Wrangler is ugly is perfectly legal. And honorable, John! Beauty is in the eye... But I'll bet that it grows on you. I, too, find something odd about the details in the new design (like the top, fender flares). But I also think my reaction is to the change in design from the beautiful TJ, and not really to the new unit on her own. Rage! Rage against the machine that brainwashed us American consumerists to dislike change! Grrrrr. :smilies27

I'd argue that even the TJ looks ugly in some respects, though.

[Life_in_4Lo]

I had the opposite reaction where I didn't really care for Jeeps at all. Not that I thought they were ugly, just... ubiquitous.

I guess b/c I just like wagons so this Jeep seems really cool. I like the styling too. Offroad tough looking w/o the Hummer stigma

[BajaTaco]

Rage! Rage against the machine that brainwashed us American consumerists to dislike change! Grrrrr. :smilies27

Hey, didn't Jeep have a Renegade at one time? :costumed-smiley-007

[haven]

Autoweek reports that Cummins is planning to produce two new diesel engines for light trucks. The smaller is a 4.2-liter V-6 that produces 190 hp and 455 lbs.-ft. of torque. Dodge will put this engine in its RAM 1500 light pickup. It would fit under the hood of the new Jeep Wrangler, too.

However, Jeep has already announced it will use the new Mercedes V6 diesel in the Grand Cherokee. It's a 3.0 liter V6 turbodiesel with 215 hp and 384 lb-ft of torque. The 4-door Wrangler is about the same size and weight as the Grand Cherokee, so I'm thinking it makes more sense to put the Mercedes V6 in the Wrangler, rather than the Cummins V6.

Chip Haven

[chet]

Damn 455 ft.lbs. of torque in the small Cummins! :wings: I wish they would choose that motor!

I was the same as Life_in_4Lo I never really liked Jeeps before this one.

[Wanderlusty]

That much torque, I would think they would need a beefier drivetrain, say a Dana 60 or thereabouts. Which would be sweet....but....

I think the Mercedes is probably a better call. Actually, European Wranglers will have the CRD available. Whatever that one is will probably be the diesel the US Wrangler gets...IF....it gets it at all....

[kcowyo]

tell me that is not just SWEET!

They might revoke my TLCA membership for saying this, but I'd take that 4door Rubicon over the FJCruiser based soley on appearence. I'm sure in the hands of a seasoned driver they're equally capable on the trail.

And it's a convertible.....:sunny:

[LUISJG]

some kind of similarities with olb models. the 2007 jeep 4 door without the top will look lot like this.

[Wanderlusty]

Hmm, good idear with that Defender...I bet someone will probably make a 'bedcover' for the rear, and I bet a good tube bender could do a big ol' external cage/rack like that, too. Hmmm. Sweet!:drool:

A lot of the Jeep purists are bemoaning the new model (not all of them, though) but I think this model could prove to be the most popular EVER. At least with this crowd. Halfway got me believing with all the action this thread has that come next year, it will be White JK's rather than Taco's that are the standard....;)

[CLynn85]

For those of you that haven't found it


http://www.jeep.com/en/07wranglerunl...ery/index.html

Do the "View 360", It now has Options to see all of the possible Top configs in any combination with any color!!


(The View 360 is in small print on the right side, about 1/3 of the way down on the page)

For example:

http://img148.imageshack.us/img148/5403/jeepcoolty4.jpg

:jump:

[DaveInDenver]

I dont get it...apparently i'm the only one here who thinks this vehicle is butt ugly.


Nope, you're not the only one. Butt ugly is my assessment. Even with a diesel, no way.

[Brian McVickers]

Butt ugly is my assessment. Even with a diesel

But a good diesel can make anything beautiful! :sunflower

[CLynn85]

Build and price now up (but not 100% accurate) on Jeep.com

http://www-5.jeep.com/vehsuite/dispatch.do#

[Ryanmb21]

Great video of the 2007 Jeeps with some interesting info and action...........

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QGRYuMtDgc