Press Kit: 2022 Jeep Lineup

Auburn Hills, Mich. December 20, 2021 - The iconic Jeep® Wrangler – the most capable and recognized vehicle in the world – delivers unmatched off-road capability and is produced with 80 years of 4x4 engineering experience. 

Powertrain options include a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine integrated with two electric motors and a 400-volt battery pack (4xe), 6.4-liter V-8 HEMI® engine (Rubicon 392), 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine with engine stop-start (ESS) technology and 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 with ESS or mild-hybrid e-Torque technology. Also available on Wrangler four-door models is a 3.0-liter EcoDiesel engine with ESS. 

Wrangler continues to offer a body-on-frame design, front and rear five-link suspension system, solid axles, electronic lockers and is one of the few SUVs to offer a six-speed manual transmission in addition to its available eight-speed automatic. A multitude of technology features, such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and safety features, such as Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection, adaptive cruise control and Forward Collision Warning-Plus, further Wrangler’s appeal.

New for 2022:

• 4.88 axle ratio available on Rubicon models with the 3.6-liter V-6, equipped with either the 8-speed automatic (late availability) or 6-speed manual, delivering a 100:1 crawl ratio from the factory
• Remote Proximity Keyless Entry standard on Sahara and Rubicon (included in optional Technology Group for other models)
• Premium audio with 8.4-inch touchscreen standard on Sahara and Rubicon
• 7-inch touchscreen radio standard on Sport and Sport S (excluding two-door without A/C)
• Blue tow hooks standard on Sahara 4xe 
• Blue pad print added to all 4xe wheels
• High Altitude 4xe gets new 20-inch wheel design and exterior mirrors with integrated turn signals
• Standard cabin filter that removes 95% of air particulates
• Updated exterior color:
• Silver Zynith (replaces Billet Silver)

Highlights:

• Optional Xtreme Recon package, available on Willys four-door 3.6-liter automatic with eTorque, Rubicon four-door 3.6-liter automatic with eTorque and Rubicon 392 models, includes LT315/70R17C (35-inch) BF Goodrich KO2 all-terrain tires, 17-by-8-inch beadlock capable wheels, 4.56:1 axle ratio, swing gate reinforcement and 1.5-inch factory suspension lift with uniquely tuned shocks  
• The Sunrider Flip Top for Hardtop, available on all Wrangler models, offers a front-row soft top that quickly and easily flips back for an enhanced open-air driving experience
• Available on Sport S, Sahara and Rubicon models, the windshield with Corning Gorilla Glass uses the same chemical-strengthening technology as cell phone screens. The combination of an ultra-thin Gorilla Glass inner ply with a 52% thicker outer ply makes this windshield lightweight, durable, and up to three times more resistant to chips, cracks and fractures from stones and off-road debris 
• Dual-Door Group, with base or premium uppers, includes both full and half doors. Full-steel production doors are installed on the Wrangler while matching body-color half doors are conveniently packaged within the vehicle. Engineered, tested and backed by the factory, the new half-door option enhances the Jeep Wrangler driving experience with production styling, security and occupant protection. With lower window ledges, new half doors provide improved visibility while maneuvering on and off road
• Factory-backed, doors-off mirror kit for Wrangler is specifically engineered and tested to original-equipment standards, providing a production-equivalent field of view with minimal vibration. Each mirror in the kit attaches to a cowl-end cap bolt and the upper door hinge. In addition, an innovative, custom thumb wheel-nut-clamp is used as an attachment point to the door flange. Mounting brackets are finished with an anti-corrosion undercoat and durable black powder-coat finish. Mirrors include a built-in breakaway feature that prevents damage while in tight spaces on the road or trail
• Wrangler models offer the TrailCam forward-facing off-road camera with the 8.4-inch touchscreen, accessible through the available Off-road Pages
• Off-Road Plus, standard on Wrangler Rubicon, adjusts throttle, transmission shift points and traction control 
• Selec-Trac two-speed transfer case with full-time four-wheel drive and a 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio is available on Sport models
• Rock-Trac 4x4 system with full-time four-wheel drive and a “4LO” ratio of 4:1 optional on Rubicon models
• The Jeep Wrangler 4xe powertrain integrates two electric motors and a 400-volt battery pack with a fuel-efficient, turbocharged, four-cylinder engine and TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, delivering 49 MPGe and 21 miles of all-electric range. This configuration maximizes the efficiency of the hybrid propulsion components and mates them with Wrangler’s world-renowned and proven driveline
• Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 four-door model offers a 6.4-liter V-8 HEMI engine, rated at 470 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft. of torque. To handle the increased torque, the HEMI V-8 pairs to a TorqueFlite 8HP75 eight-speed automatic transmission
• Best-in-class approach angle of 47.4 degrees, departure angle of 40.4 degrees, ground clearance of 12.9 inches and water fording of 33.6 inches help the Jeep Wrangler with Xtreme Recon Package scale the toughest terrain
• Standard 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine delivers 285 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque, standard with ESS, and a six-speed manual transmission. Wrangler’s 3.6-liter 
• Pentastar V-6 engine is available with mild-hybrid eTorque technology and an eight-speed automatic transmission 
• Available 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine with ESS delivers 270 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque
• Wrangler four-door models offer an available 3.0-liter V-6 EcoDiesel engine with ESS, rated at 260 horsepower and 442 lb.-ft. of torque. To handle the increased torque, the EcoDiesel V-6 pairs to a TorqueFlite 8HP75 eight-speed automatic transmission, calibrated for low-RPM shifts 
• Available on Wrangler four-door models, Sky One-touch Power-Top allows occupants to open or close the Wrangler’s roof with a push of a button. The Sky One-touch Power-Top can be used at speeds up to 60 mph 
• Wrangler models feature lightweight, high-strength aluminum doors, hinges, hood, fenders and windshield frame, as well as a magnesium swing gate, to help reduce weight and boost fuel economy
• The capable driveline of the Sport and Sahara models include the Command-Trac NV241 part-time, two-speed transfer case, which features a 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio and next-generation Dana front and rear axles. In addition, an optional Trac-Lok limited-slip rear differential provides extra torque and grip in low-traction environments, such as sand, mud or snow
• Wrangler Sport and Sahara models offer a Selec-Trac two-speed transfer case with full-time four-wheel drive and a 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio. This full-time two-speed transfer case is intuitive and allows the driver to set it and forget it, while constantly sending power to the front and rear wheels
• The Wrangler Rubicon model features Dana 44 front and rear heavy-duty axles, enhanced off-road rock rails and the Rock-Trac NV241 two-speed or optional full-time transfer case with a 4:1 low-range gear ratio. Wrangler Rubicon also includes electric front and rear locking differentials, a disconnecting front sway bar and 33-inch BF Goodrich KM all-terrain tires, taking Wrangler to places others simply can’t go
• Jeep Wrangler’s signature features include iconic round headlamps, seven-slot keystone grille, trapezoid wheel flares, removable doors, exposed hinges with the Torx tool-bit size stamped into it, a fold-down windshield and innovative removable tops that allow the Wrangler to retain the brand’s iconic appearance and function
• Fourth-generation Uconnect system includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and the choice of a 7.0- or 8.4-inch touchscreen with pinch-and-zoom capability. A 5.0-inch screen is standard on Sport two-door models without A/C
• Standard electronic stability control (ESC), electronic roll mitigation, trailer-sway control, 
• Hill-start Assist and brake traction control are among more than 75 available safety and security features

 
Model Lineup
For 2022, the Wrangler lineup consists of seven models:

• Sport
• Sport S
• Sahara (four-door only)
• Rubicon
• Sahara 4xe (four-door only)
• Rubicon 4xe (four-door only)
• Rubicon 392 (four-door only)

Available Exterior Colors:

• Bright White
• Granite Crystal
• Silver Zynith  
• Black
• Firecracker Red
• Sting Gray
• Hydro Blue
• Sarge Green
• Tuscadero (limited availability)

 
Available Interior Colors:

• Black
• Black/Dark Saddle
• Heritage Tan

More Information 
Please visit the Jeep Wrangler newsroom for the latest product information, photography and videography, plus access to specifications and feature availability documents.
 

Jeep Brand
Built on more than 80 years of legendary heritage, Jeep® is the authentic SUV brand that delivers legendary off-road capability, interior refinement, high-tech features and versatility to people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the fullest by offering a broad portfolio of vehicles that continues to provide owners with a sense of safety and security to handle any journey with confidence. Jeep Wave, a premium owner loyalty and customer care program that is available to the entire Jeep 4x4 lineup, is filled with benefits and exclusive perks to deliver Jeep brand owners the utmost care and dedicated 24/7 support. The legendary Jeep brand's off-road capability is enhanced by a global electrification initiative that is transforming 4xe into the new 4x4. All Jeep brand vehicles in North America will offer an electrified variant by 2025.

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