Refreshed Wrangler will get extra equipment and delicate beauty modifications, however is unchanged mechanically.
Jeep has launched particulars on the India-spec Wrangler facelift forward of its launch. The refreshed rugged SUV will get a delicate makeover and extra creature comforts, nevertheless it stays the identical mechanically.
Wrangler facelift will get all-black grille, new wheels and exterior coloursGets 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen and 12-way powered entrance seats270hp, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol and 8-speed auto stay unchanged
Jeep Wrangler facelift design highlights
The Wrangler has a brand new all-black grille and new alloy wheel designs (17-inch for the Rubicon and 18-inch for the Limitless). As well as, Jeep says they’ve additionally fitted the SUV with a Gorilla glass windshield as customary, and added extra exterior paint finishes to select from: the outgoing mannequin had launched with 5 choices – Vibrant White, Sting Gray, Granite Crystal, Black and Firecracker Crimson.
Jeep Wrangler facelift inside, options
Whereas the inside structure (and gear) has been kind of retained from the outgoing Wrangler, essentially the most noticeable change right here is the brand new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment that runs on Jeep’s newest Uconnect 5 working system; the bigger display screen means the central air vents are slim items that sit under the display screen. Jeep has additionally added equipment comparable to 12-way energy adjustable entrance seats and wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The protection suite on the Wrangler facelift contains six airbags, digital stability management, hill begin help, hill descent management, digital roll mitigation, automated headlamps, a tyre stress monitor, and rear parking sensors and digital camera.
Jeep Wrangler facelift powertrain, off-road gear
The Wrangler for India continues to be powered by the two.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that produces 270hp and 400Nm of peak torque. The unit is mated to an 8-speed torque convertor automated and Jeep’s Selec-Trac full-time 4WD system is obtainable as customary.
Jeep Wrangler facelift value, rivals
Contemplating the present Wrangler Limitless and Rubicon are priced at Rs 62.65 lakh and Rs 66.65 lakh, respectively, we anticipate the facelift to be priced a bit of larger on account of the brand new equipment. Whereas the SUV doesn’t have any direct rivals in India, the Land Rover Defender 110 (Rs 97 lakh-2.35 crore), is the closest competitor.
All costs, ex-showroom, India
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