The Jeep Wrangler is an iconic off-road vehicle that needs no introduction. Durability, reliability and functionality have always been amongst the strongest suits of this off-road machine, but Jeep is bringing an even better Wrangler this time around for the off-road enthusiasts.
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler has been redesigned and upgraded to become the “most capable Wrangler ever.” With features such as 33-inch all-terrain tyres, 10.9-inch ground clearance and a powerful V6 engine, the all-new Wrangler has everything that an adventure enthusiast would want in an off-road vehicle.
This astonishingly capable vehicle has been upgraded to bring the best of both worlds by offering friendly urban commute and keeping up with its adventure-ready reputation. Available in both 2-door and 4-door body styles, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler offers a comfortable city drive without compromising its off-road capabilities.
Here is a review of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler with a closer look at its new design, performance upgrades, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler
The designers at Jeep have brought many smart improvements and upgrades to the design of the vehicle, while still retaining the classical proportions of the Wrangler. The new exterior stays true to its heritage with few tweaks to make it look contemporary and the interior has been redesigned to become refined and more elegant than ever before.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler has been redesigned for a more modern appeal without letting go of the heritage of the vehicle. The designers at Jeep have retained many iconic design elements so that even with all the new changes, the 2018 Wrangler stays true to its roots and looks familiar.
Some of the iconic style elements that have been slightly altered include:
- Round Headlamps
- Flat Fender Flares
- Seven-slot Grille
- Removable Top and Doors
- Fold-down Windshield
The seven-slot grille and the round headlamps look good with the new air extractors that have been added behind the fender flares to enhance the engine cooling function. The Jeep logo has been moved from the hood of the vehicle and added to the side of the aluminum fenders in reminiscence of the past models of this legendary off-roader.
The headlamps have been integrated to the sides of the grille to make the design more aerodynamic and seamlessly aggressive. Multiple changes have been brought to the design of the vehicle so that it becomes more fuel-efficient without compromising its signature off-road capabilities.
One of these changes has been brought to the fold-down windshield screen that can now be folded down by removing very few bolts. Once folded down, the windshield will slant at a more aggressive angle that will help in improving the airflow of the vehicle.
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler comes with the option between Hard Top, Soft Top and the brand-new Sky One-Touch Power Top. The vehicle can be selected with no doors or full doors for a personalized driving experience.
If purchased with the soft top, the all-new Jeep Wrangler will have a Zipperless Sunrider Soft Top with spring-assist for a smoother rising and lowering function. The Freedom Top Hard is now 20% lighter than the previous model, thanks to the use of lightweight aluminum.
To make the stance of the vehicle more aggressive, designers have added rugged black flares as a standard feature to ensure that the vehicle looks striking while maintaining its functionality. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler has a ground clearance of 10.9-inches and has been fitted with 17-inch Black Steel Styled wheels that can be fitted with 33-inch all-terrain tyres.
To make the exterior of the 2018 Wrangler even more impressive, designers have added Halogen Headlamps with fog lamps at the front while the rear of the vehicle has been fitted with Incandescent tail lamps with the option of LED tail lamps.
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Interior
The interior of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler has been designed by taking the inspiration from the brand’s history, which has then been modernized. The addition of latest technologies and high-quality materials has ensured that the vehicle offers the best comforts to the occupants at all times. The cabin has been redesigned to carry all the upgrades with grace and style.
The cabin of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is very spacious, thanks to its massive 118.4-inches of wheelbase. The low back bucket seats have a new design to provide maximum support and comfort to the occupants. The driver will enjoy 6-way manually adjustable seat with 4-way lumbar support, whereas the front passenger will enjoy a 4-way manually adjustable seat.
The rear seats come with 60/40 folding functionality so that the occupants can increase the cargo capacity as per their requirements. An air conditioning system, next generation Uconnect with 5-inch touchscreen display for infotainment purposes, 8-speaker sound system, 3.5-inch TFT display for the driver, Integrated Voice Command with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and SiriusXM Radio have been added to the cabin to enhance the technological features’ offering.
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler has a cargo capacity of 72.4 cubic feet.
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— Jeep (@Jeep) November 8, 2017
Performance of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is an all-wheel drive vehicle that comes fitted with a 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 engine that is capable of producing 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. This V6 engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission while the option of an 8-speed automatic transmission is also available.
The Pentastar V6 engine is a highly efficient engine that offers a fuel efficiency of 17mpg in the city and 23mpg on the highway, thus making it the most fuel-efficient Wrangler ever. This fuel efficiency has been improved so that the vehicle can offer a friendly urban commute without losing its off-road might.
The 2018 Wrangler wears the Trail rated badge with pride, thanks to its amazing off-road capabilities. In order to make its traction the best, the all-new Wrangler is available with three optional 4×4 systems to tackle any kind of rough terrain. The Command-Trac 4×4 System offers superior grip for low range rock crawling, the Rock-Trac 4×4 System provides more torque and control while offering superior off-road performance while the Hill Descent Control will regulate the speed of the vehicle as it goes down a rough terrain.
As for towing capabilities, the vehicle is fitted with two tow hook in the front and one tow hook in the rear for maximum towing and hauling capabilities. The 2-door variant of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler has a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 lbs, whereas the 4-door variant of the vehicle has a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lbs.
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Safety Features
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is fitted with state-of-the-art active safety features to boost the confidence of the driver, regardless of the terrain and driving conditions. The combination of these active and passive safety features ensures that the occupants enjoy a safe ride under all conditions.
Some of the standout safety features in the 2018 Jeep Wrangler include:
- Advanced Brake Assist
- Electronic Roll Mitigation
- Electronic Stability Control
- Hill Start Assist
- Advanced Air Bag System
- Hydraulic Assist Brake Booster
- ParkView Rear Back Up Camera
- RR Head Restraints Outboard Seating
- Tire Pressure Monitoring Display
- Traction Control
- Trailer Sway Damping
- High-strength Steel Beams
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Rear Cross Path Detection
Price of the 2018 Jeep Wrangler in the UAE
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler is available in the UAE in multiple trim levels. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler has a starting price of AED 119,999 that can go as high as AED 164,999 with optional features and trim levels.
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