What does the Jeep Wrangler have in common with cars like the Chevrolet Corvette, BMW 3 Series, and Toyota Corolla? Other than rolling on four wheels and being powered by internal combustion, not much, however, each of these disparate nameplates is a living legend in the automotive world, an iconic nameplate.
Arguably, the mud-slinging Wrangler is FCA’s most instantly recognizable product, more so than its lineup of Ram trucks, offerings from Maserati, or even the Fiat 500. Staying true to its Jeep roots that reach all the way back to 1941, this off-roader features rugged body-on-frame construction, meaning it’s supported by a solid steel structure. It also brandishes live axles front and rear, which help provide more ground clearance than just about any other production vehicle available at dealerships today along with commensurate off-road capability.
The latest JL model, which debuted for the 2018 model year, retains many famous Wrangler features. You can remove the top to enjoy the sky above. With simple tools, the doors come off and the windshield frame folds down for an even airier feel and likely better forward visibility while trail bashing.
Jeep’s latest Wrangler is the most feature-laden, refined, and premium one they’ve ever built. It offers loads of advanced technology, an astonishingly upscale interior and a more car-like ride than you’d ever expect from something that’s built like a Conestoga wagon.
Adventurous folks can get a standard model, with two doors and a shorter overall body and wheelbase. But for families that want to get out and explore, Jeep continues to offer the Wrangler Unlimited, a version with four doors and more interior space.
As it has been since 1992, the Wrangler is built in Ohio at Jeep’s Toledo Assembly Complex. This facility is also home to the brand-new, and heavily related Gladiator pickup truck.
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