Jeep Liberty Renegade.
Chrysler Group LLC is not planning any official press conferences for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week. However, Jeep plans to introduce three new packages, including Liberty Renegade model, and two new trim versions of the Jeep Wrangler – the Islander and the Mountain.
All three claim to deliver classic Jeep design and capability along with high-impact visual appeal with outdoor fun-and-freedom themes, according to Chrysler officials.
“While clearly appealing to our core customers, these three new Jeep models will attract new customers to the Jeep dealer showroom,” said Mike Manley, President and CEO – Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC.
“The new Liberty Renegade delivers renowned Jeep capability and an array of standard features in a stunning new rugged, premium design, while both Wrangler models expand the iconic anchor of the Jeep brand with unique, limited-edition versions that consumers have told us they want,” he said
First used in 1964 on the inside door opening of the Jeep Wagoneer, the Renegade represents the “heart and soul” of the Jeep brand. Positioned between Liberty’s Sport and Limited models, the new Jeep Liberty Renegade expands the Jeep Liberty lineup, delivering full-time, shift-on-the-fly, active four-wheel-drive system and a new design. A 3.7-liter V6 engine is standard on all Jeep Liberty models, including the new Renegade.
The Liberty Renegade exterior has painted Mineral Gray Keystone 16-inch wheels and all-terrain P235/70R16 tires; dark neutral metallic wheel flares, lower side sills, front and rear fascia, body side moldings and rear license plate bar; black headlamp bezel; Argent Silver accent on the lower fascia appliqué and roof rack; Satin Black vinyl hood graphics; deep-tint glass; fog lamps; skid plates and tow hooks.
Inside, the 2010 Renegade comes with Standard cloth seats; leather-wrapped steering wheel, shift knob, instrument panel grab handle and park-brake boot; new driftwood accent bezels; leather-wrapped center console and soft-door armrests; electronic vehicle Information center; cruise control; security alarm; rear cargo cover and steering-wheel-mounted radio controls.
The Jeep Liberty Renegade’s standard Selec-Trac II four-wheel-drive system offers a fully electronic two-speed active transfer case and a -traction control system that anticipates wheel slip and redirects torque accordingly, which is ideal for off-roading or when driving in inclement weather. The “4WD Auto” mode that is said to be ideal for full-time driving. For added capability when traversing steep grades, rough terrain or extremely poor surfaces, the transfer case includes a “4WD Low” mode. This second-speed gear multiplies engine torque 2.72 times and locks the clutch pack for maximum traction.
Electric shifting between 2WD, 4WD Auto and 4WD Low is accomplished with a console-mounted switch. A push-pin button is used to shift to neutral mode.
Not sure this Jeep floats. The latitude/longitude of the decal puts you in the ocean close to Maui.
The limited-edition Jeep Wrangler Islander is available on Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited 4×4 models. Based on the Wrangler Sport model, it has an Islander “Tiki Bob” decal on the hood with latitude and longitude coordinates that represent an actual location relating to the “Islander” theme of the vehicle, black sidesteps and Moab 17-inch wheels with 32-inch tires.
Inside, Islander’s seats are Dark Gray with Surf Blue inserts, blue stitching and an embroidered Islander “Tiki Bob” logo adorning the seat back. Blue stitching also has been added to the leather-wrapped steering wheel, with Mopar rubber floor mats completing the beach theme.
The Jeep Wrangler Islander option package is available at a U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $1,120.
The mountain decal.
The Jeep Wrangler Mountain edition is based on the Wrangler Sport S package, and is available on Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited 4×4 models.
Exterior features include a unique “Mountain” decal on the hood with latitude and longitude coordinates that represent an actual location relating to the “Mountain” theme of the vehicle; painted high-gloss Mineral Gray 17-inch Moab wheels, grille and bumper appliqués; tubular side steps; 32-inch tires; black tail lamp guards; and a fuel-filler door from Mopar.
Interior features include an embossed seat insert with embroidered “Mountain logo,” and anodized graphite heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) rings. The Jeep Wrangler Mountain option package will be available at a U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $1,820.