It's official: Jeep is yanking the 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 from the Wrangler lineup, celebrating the loss with the 2023 Wrangler Rubicon FarOut Edition. A thread at the JL Wrangler Forums got hold of an e-mail to dealers that broke the news a few days before Stellantis got to it, now we know it was all for real. The package of special kit contains a "Diesel 3.0L" hood graphic and "3.0 D" badging elsewhere, Mopar Satin Black grille, LED Lighting Group, body-color fender flares, 17-inch wheels that Jeep calls exclusive but that look like the Rubicon's standard painted wheels, the Trailer-Tow and Heavy-Duty Electrical Group, Cold Weather Group, Safety Group, plus black leather seats with red accents and all-weather floor mats for the cabin. Third-gen Dana 44 front and rear axles spin 3.73 gears.

Jeep says there's also the Rock-Trac two-speed transfer case and its 4.0:1 low-range, which could be the feature that makes this an exclusive regular Rubicon buyers couldn't copy. On the 2023 Jeep Wrangler configurator, choosing the 4:1 Rock-Trac transfer case means choosing either the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder or the 3.6-liter eTorque Pentastar V6. It can't be paired with the EcoDiesel.

Order books for the Wrangler FarOut are open now and will remain so until November, around the time the first units begin reaching dealers. The automaker hasn't coughed up the price yet. Based on the Wrangler we could configure, we landed at $63,995, which is $500 less than the $64,485 priced a JL Wrangler Forum member claimed the FarOut would cost. Our figure didn't include the $795 Rock-Trac transfer case, however, for the reason listed above. The announcement didn't mention a production cap, either, so it sounds like there will be as many as dealers and shoppers order through November.

Jeep explained that since the Wrangler adopted the oil-burner for the 2020 model year, the lineup's gained the torquier, V8-powered Rubicon 392 and Rubicon 4xe PHEV. Those two powertrains will carry on alongside the aforementioned 2.0-liter and 3.6-liter. The EcoDiesel lives on in the Gladiator range, beside the 3.6-liter V6.

The new 2024 Jeep® Wrangler, the most capable and recognized vehicle in the world, builds on its legendary history with an unmatched combination of off-road capability, authentic Jeep design, open-air freedom, advanced powertrains, superior on- and off-road dynamics and a host of innovative safety and advanced technology features.

The latest evolution of the world's most off-road capable and most iconic SUV adds greater capability, new technology and advanced safety features, all while staying true to the Wrangler formula and delivering the freedom to go anywhere and do anything.

New for the 2024 model year, the Jeep brand is taking the Wrangler capability game to new heights with its first full-float Dana rear axle, available 100:1 crawl ratio, new factory Warn winch and increased 5,000-pound tow capability. Inside, customers get to experience more comfort and safety, with a new interior featuring available power front seats, standard 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen radio and standard side curtain airbags in the first and second rows.

"The Jeep Wrangler is the archetypal adventure hero, embodying the spirit and the soul of the Jeep brand," said Christian Meunier, Jeep brand CEO. "Since its introduction, we have sold almost 5 million Wranglers around the world, setting new levels of 4x4 capability with each new generation. Today, we are raising the bar once again by combining the most capable Wrangler to date, with more technology, comfort and safety features. This is a no-compromise combination enhanced by the freedom to choose from four different powertrains, including our electrified 4xe, which is the best-selling PHEV in America."

Building on its legacy of freedom and adventure, the new Wrangler is a testament to its loyal enthusiast fan base.

"The new 2024 Jeep Wrangler is an illustration of how powerful the Jeep community is and how they keep driving improvements based on their expectations of greater capability, advanced technology and more refinement," said Jim Morrison, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand North America. "With the plug-in 4xe playing a lead role in the lineup, the new Wrangler takes the best and makes it better, with even more legendary 4x4 capability, thanks to our first full-float Dana rear axle that makes it possible for Wrangler owners to easily upsize tires; a more advanced and comfortable interior with a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen and available power seats tested for water fording; more safety and technology, including standard side-curtain airbags; and a stylish, fresh take on the iconic seven-slot grille that keeps the overall design true to the original."

The 2024 Jeep Wrangler will be available in Sport, Willys, Sahara, High Altitude, Rubicon and Rubicon 392 models. Ordering is open now and vehicles will start to arrive in U.S. Jeep dealerships later in 2023. The 2024 Jeep Wrangler will also be available in markets around the world.

Zero Emission Freedom: 4xe is the new 4x4

The Jeep Wrangler 4xe continues its run as the best-selling PHEV in America for two years in a row, and the new 2024 Wrangler 4xe builds on the Jeep brand's goal of Zero Emission Freedom in its effort to become the greenest SUV brand in the world, building the most capable and sustainable Jeep SUVs.

Jeep Wrangler 4xe models, along with a range of electrified powertrains, will play a role for the Jeep brand as it follows the Stellantis Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan, in which electrified and more efficient propulsion systems help Stellantis cut its global carbon footprint by 50% by 2030 and lead the transportation industry by achieving net carbon zero by 2038. By the end of 2025, the entire North America Jeep brand lineup will be electrified. By 2030, 50% of Jeep brand sales in the United States will be battery-electric vehicles and 100% of Jeep vehicles in Europe will be fully electric.

Broadest array of powertrain options in premium off-road segment

From the 49 MPGe electrified 4xe plug-in hybrid to the V-8-powered 470-horsepower Rubicon 392, the new 2024 Jeep Wrangler offers the most diverse powertrain options in the off-road segment, giving Wrangler customers the ability to choose the propulsion system that best suits their lifestyle. The advanced 4xe lineup and high-performance Rubicon 392 come exclusively with an eight-speed automatic transmission, while the 2.0- and 3.6-liter gas engines offer both a six-speed manual transmission and an eight-speed automatic transmission.

• 2.0-liter turbocharged PHEV 4xe: 375 horsepower, 470 lb.-ft. of torque
• 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 engine: 270 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque
• 3.6-liter V-6: 285 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque
• 6.4-liter V-8: 470 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft. of torque

Legendary go-anywhere 4x4 capability: Most capable SUV ever without compromise

The new 2024 Jeep Wrangler delivers legendary off-road capability thanks to:

• Four advanced 4x4 systems:
  • Command-Trac part-time transfer case
  • Rock-Trac part-time transfer case
  • Rock-Trac full-time transfer case
  • Selec-Trac full-time transfer case
• Unmatched crawl ratios of up to 100:1
• Water fording of up to 34 inches
• Uncompromising approach, departure and breakover angles and ground clearance:
  • Approach angle: 47.4 degrees
  • Breakover angle: 27.8 degrees
  • Departure angle: 40.4 degrees
  • Ground clearance: 12.9 inches

Every Wrangler model's Trail Rated badge reflects an unmatched spec list that includes Dana solid front and rear axles, two-speed transfer case, traction control, tow hooks (two front, one rear), four-wheel disc brakes, four skid plates and a minimum tire size of 32 inches. The new 2024 Wrangler continues to raise the bar with the all-new next-generation Dana 44 HD full-float rear axle on Rubicon models; new, upgraded content on Willys, including standard rear locker and 33-inch tires; and a new Rubicon X model with standard 35-inch tires (2.0-liter and 3.6-liter automatic powertrains), integrated off-road camera and steel bumpers.

Wrangler customers are always pushing the capability envelope, routinely upsizing to bigger tires and installing heavy-duty full-float rear axles to handle the larger rubber. Now, Wrangler customers can get full-float axles, typically found on heavy-duty commercial trucks, straight from the factory. Wrangler Rubicon's first full-float rear axle design consists of a wheel hub assembly that is separate from the axle shaft, with a spindle bolted to the axle tube that supports the wheel hub via a pair of wheel bearings.

By using a full-float axle design, the weight of the vehicle is transferred to the axle tube rather than the axle shaft itself. Thus, the axle shaft is subjected only to torsional loads, with its sole function being to transmit power to the wheel hub. This stronger, more robust full-float construction enables a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds on Rubicon 2.0-liter and 3.6-liter automatic models.

Legendary capability for Wrangler Rubicon comes from a full list of off-road features, including:

• First Dana 44 HD full-float solid rear axle
• Rock-Trac part-time transfer case with 4:1 4LO ratio
• Electronic front sway-bar disconnect
• Tru-Lok front- and rear-axle lockers
• 17-inch aluminum wheels with 33-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires

The new Rubicon X, a more premium take on the Rubicon, adds:

• Rock-Trac full-time transfer case
• Integrated off-road camera
• Steel bumpers
• Xtreme 35 Package with beadlock-capable wheels and 35-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires (2.0-liter and 3.6-liter automatic powertrains)

The 470-horsepower Wrangler Rubicon 392 returns for 2024 with standard Xtreme 35 Package, 4.56 axle ratio and Selec-Trac full-time transfer case with 4LO ratio of 2.72:1.

New for 2024, Wrangler Rubicon models are available with a factory-installed 8,000-pound-capacity Warn winch mounted in a steel front bumper with removable end caps.

For 2024, the Wrangler Willys steps up 4x4 capability with a newly standard Tru-Lok rear locker, steel rock rails, trailer tow and heavy-duty electrical group, plus larger 33-inch tires (replacing previous 32-inch tires). On top of that, the Willys 4xe adds the Selec-Trac full-time transfer case with a 4LO ratio of 2.72:1.

The Wrangler High Altitude returns with newly standard Sky One-Touch powertop, 12-way power and heated front seats, integrated front camera and Selec-Trac full-time transfer case, in addition to a unique exterior appearance with 20-inch wheels and body-color bumpers. High Altitude models are the first Wranglers to introduce the exclusive new Mantis Green interior color on the instrument panel mid bolster and Nappa leather seats.

The new standard = more standard equipment

For 2024, the Wrangler lineup boasts more standard equipment across the model lineup, including:

• Sport:
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen radio
  • Premium soft-top
  • Gray Soul fabric IP mid bolster
• Sport S (Sport +):
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Forward collision warning
  • Gorilla glass windshield
• Willys (Sport S +):
  • 33-inch tires
  • Steel rock rails
  • Rear-locking differential
• Sahara (Sport S +):
  • LED lamps (front, rear, fog)
  • Heated seats and steering wheel
• High Altitude (Sahara +):
  • 12-way power adjustable front seats
  • 12.3-inch digital touchscreen with navigation
  • Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection
  • Black or Mantis Green Nappa wrapped IP mid bolster
  • Black or black/Mantis Green Nappa leather seats
  • Acoustic front glass, thicker carpet and additional sound deadening foam
  • Sky One-touch powertop
  • Integrated front off-road camera
• Rubicon (Sport S +):
  • LED lamps (front, rear, fog)
  • Black water-resistant Addax cloth IP mid bolster
  • Trailer tow
  • Auxiliary switches
  • Dana 44 HD full-float rear axle
• Rubicon X (Rubicon +):
  • 12-way power adjustable front seats
  • 12.3-inch digital touchscreen with navigation
  • Nine-speaker premium Alpine audio system
  • Nappa leather seats
  • Heated seats and steering wheel
  • Acoustic front glass, thicker carpet and additional sound deadening foam
  • ParkSense rear park-assist system
  • Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection
  • Steel bumpers
  • Integrated front off-road camera
  • Body-color fender flares and hardtop
  • Xtreme 35 Package (when equipped with automatic transmission)
• Rubicon 392 (Rubicon +):
  • Xtreme 35 Package
  • Acoustic front glass, thicker carpet and additional sound deadening foam
  • Heated seats and steering wheel
  • Integrated front off-road camera
  • 12-way power adjustable front seats

4xe

The most advanced powertrain ever developed for a Jeep Wrangler maximizes efficiency and eliminates range anxiety with 49 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe), while delivering 21 miles of pure-electric operation for most daily commutes and hours on the trail.

The Jeep Wrangler 4xe powertrain integrates two electric motors and a 400-volt battery pack with a fuel-efficient, turbocharged, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission. This configuration maximizes the efficiency of the hybrid propulsion components and mates them with the Wrangler's world-renowned and proven driveline.

New for 2024, all Wrangler 4xe models offer a Jeep 4xe Power Box that features four 120-volt outlets with 30 amps of total output, allowing the battery pack to power external devices such as phones and tablets.

Key output of the Wrangler 4xe powertrain includes 375 horsepower (280 kW), 470 lb.-ft. (637 Nm) of torque and 49 MPGe from the following components:

• 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4
• Engine-mounted motor generator unit
• Transmission-mounted motor generator unit integrated into eight-speed automatic transmission
• 400-volt, 17-kWh, 96-cell lithium-ion, nickel manganese cobalt battery pack

The Jeep Wrangler 4xe's E Selec modes allow the driver to tailor the hybrid powertrain to best suit each trip, whether it is filling the needs of most daily commutes in pure-electric operation, a night on the town or quietly exploring nature off-road.

• Hybrid: The default mode blends torque from the 2.0-liter engine and electric motor. In this mode, the powertrain will use battery power first, then add in propulsion from the 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 when the battery reaches minimum state of charge
• Electric: The powertrain operates on zero-emission electric power only until the battery reaches the minimum charge or the driver requests more torque (such as wide-open throttle), which engages the 2.0-liter engine
• eSave: Prioritizes propulsion from the 2.0-liter engine, saving the battery charge for later use, such as EV off-roading or urban areas where internal combustion propulsion is restricted. The driver can also choose between Battery Save and Battery Charge during eSave via the Hybrid Electric Pages in the Uconnect monitor

2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 engine

The 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine with engine stop-start (ESS) is rated at 270 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque and mates to a standard eight-speed automatic transmission.

Using a twin-scroll, low-inertia turbocharger with an electronically actuated waste gate for exceptional responsiveness and performance, the 2.0-liter I-4 engine features a turbo mounted directly to the cylinder head for improved durability. A dedicated cooling circuit lowers the temperature of the intake air, throttle body and turbocharger.

The 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 engine, which meets SULEV 30 emissions standards, is part of the Global Medium Engine architecture family and features Double Overhead Camshafts (DOHC), dual independent camshaft timing, and a cooled exhaust gas recirculation (C-EGR) system. This combination of technologies enables high levels of performance and reduces fuel consumption.

3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine

The 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine delivers 285 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque and features ESS as standard equipment. Engineered to provide a broad torque band with a focus on low-end torque - an essential trait needed for extreme off-roading - the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission or an optional eight-speed automatic transmission.

6.4-liter V-8 engine

Tuned specifically for the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392, the 6.4-liter V-8 engine is rated at 470 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft. of torque. With nearly 75% of peak torque available just above engine idle speed, the V-8 delivers exciting performance, whether enabling the 4.5-second 0-60 mph time or crawling up steep grades. The 6.4-liter V-8 uses a cast iron cylinder block, aluminum heads, active intake manifold, variable camshaft timing, twin spark plugs per cylinder, sodium-filled exhaust valves, hollow-stem intake valves and piston oil cooling jets. The Wrangler Rubicon 392 engine is fitted with a rear-sump oil pan, high-mount alternator and free-flowing exhaust manifolds.

Fuel Saver Technology with cylinder deactivation seamlessly shifts to smooth, high-fuel-economy four-cylinder mode when engine loads are light, such as cruising on the highway. A tank-mounted high-performance pump keeps the V-8 fueled under even the most demanding conditions.

A functional hood scoop feeds the Wrangler Rubicon 392's engine with cool, denser, outside air, which leads to enhanced performance. Jeep engineers ensured the Wrangler Rubicon 392's V-8 gets fresh air, regardless of the terrain and weather. The Wrangler Rubicon 392's Hydro-Guide air intake system includes a tri-level ducting system with a series of drains, including a one-way drain in the air box that separates water - up to 15 gallons per minute - away from the engine's incoming air. This enables the Wrangler Rubicon 392 to traverse water, worry free, up to 34 inches deep, even if a bow wake washes over the hood.

An active dual-mode exhaust is standard to deliver an exhilarating and unmistakable sound. The system engages automatically, opening valves in the exhaust system, under higher engine loads to reduce exhaust back pressure. The driver can also activate the system with the press of a button. The dual-pipe performance exhaust system is finished off with unique quad exhaust tailpipes.

A high-torque capacity TorqueFlite 8HP75 eight-speed automatic transmission delivers quick, crisp gear changes during both normal and performance driving conditions.

The V-8 Jeep Wrangler is going out the only way it knows how: with a bang. Jeep has just revealed the 2024 Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition, a limited-run sendoff for the beastliest factory Wrangler there ever was. Unsurprisingly, it pulls out all the stops and costs a whopping $101,890 to start; this princely sum gets you all sorts of accessories and visual add-ons, along with the bragging rights of being one of 3700 lucky few to own the last of the V-8 Wranglers.

The treatment starts off with decals for the hood and front fender vents, and the 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels feature a bronze finish. A winch, a Mopar grille guard, and Mopar rock sliders come standard, and Jeep includes an 0.5 inch suspension lift kit that brings ground clearance up to 11.5 inches. Inside, the interior features black Nappa leather and gold stitching, along with a special shifter medallion and plaque commemorating this as a Final Edition model. Jeep also throws in a fold-out table and an 83-piece toolkit

As with all Wrangler Rubicon 392s, the Final Edition has a 470-hp 6.4-liter V-8 engine as standard, along with 35-inch BF Goodrich all-terrain tires. In our testing a 2024 Wrangler 392 Rubicon got to 60 mph in a shocking 4.0 seconds, but its dismal 13 mpg result in our real-world 75-mph highway fuel economy is probably enough explanation for why it's not sticking around for much longer.

Jeep says it will build 3700 units of the Final Edition in total. 3300 of those are destined for the U.S., with 300 to Canada and 100 to other markets. If you're looking to spend six figures on what might end up being the most over-the-top Wrangler ever, orders are open now.

A mix of where the Jeep brand's been and where it's going, the Jeep Willys Dispatcher is a Wrangler 4xe-based concept that invokes the nostalgia of the early post-war civilian Jeep, with its rugged, utilitarian looks, juxtaposed with the electrified off-road capability of the modern, technologically advanced 4xe propulsion system.

On the exterior, the Willys Dispatcher concept gets a retro makeover from the ground up. Super Traxion 36-inch tires are wrapped around vintage-style 16-by-7-inch alloy "steelies." A custom old-school front bumper houses a brand-new, classic-looking 8274 Warn winch, featuring a Warn Epic Series winch hook and D rings. Like the beloved flat-fender Jeeps of yesteryear, WILLYS lettering is embossed into the sides of the hood. The windshield header is coated in gloss black, while the exterior is otherwise painted in a custom shade of Element 115 Green, beautifully accented with the cream-colored steelies.

Inside, the Dispatcher gets a custom retrim in a mix of distressed saddle leather and houndstooth cloth inserts. The front and rear headrests have been removed to give the seats the low-back vintage feel that ruled the road back in the day. A JPP bikini top keeps passengers shielded from the weather, be it rain or shine. To protect from water, mud or other muck, the Dispatcher sports rugged JPP vinyl covering for the floor, while a JPP onboard air compressor comes in handy when managing tire pressures on the trail.

The Willys Dispatcher is powered by the award-winning 2.0-liter plug-in hybrid 4xe propulsion system that delivers 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque through an eight-speed automatic. Dana 50 Advantech front and rear axles with 4.70 gears effortlessly transfer all the power and torque to the Super Traxion tires.

In 2009, the Jeep design team wowed attendees at the 43rd annual Easter Jeep Safari with the radically modified Jeep Wrangler Lower 40. Rolling at stock ride height to maintain its center of gravity, the two-door Lower 40 accommodated huge 40-inch mud-terrain tires while packing a 5.7-liter V-8 under hood for prodigious power. An instant classic, the Lower 40 still draws a crowd a decade-and-a-half later and remains one of the fan favorites of all EJS concepts.

The new Low Down concept pays homage to the Lower 40, in which by some creative clearance work, this new Jeep Wrangler concept squeezes massive 42-inch BFGoodrich Krawler 42x14.5R20 mud-terrain tires mounted on 20-inch beadlock wheels under its custom high-clearance carbon fender flares. The stock Wrangler Rubicon 392 suspension remains intact, but Dana 60 axles with 5.38 gears replace the standard Dana 44 axles with 4:10 gears. Between the diameter of the tires and the shortening of the front and rear bumpers, the Low Down's center of gravity remains low, while the ground clearance, breakover, and approach and departure angles all get dramatic increases.

The body, coated in deep Poison Apple Red paint, is streamlined via removal of the rear door handles, a custom carbon hood with see-through power dome and a bespoke race-style fuel filler door located in the driver-side rear quarter panel. The interior features custom black leather seats with cloth inserts, Rhino-lined floors and a custom radio-delete instrument panel. A purpose-built, red-tinted bikini top casts a warm red glow upon the interior compartment.

Like its Lower 40 predecessor, the Jeep Low Down is powered by a V-8 engine, though in this modern interpretation, that translates to the formidable 475-horsepower 6.4-liter 392 V-8 engine, which is mated to an eight-speed automatic.

The Jeep Gladiator Rubicon High Top concept reflects the drive of the JPP design and engineering teams from Mopar to push the performance boundaries of the world's most off-road capable midsize truck even further for the annual trek to Moab.

The bold Ginger Snap metallic exterior with retro-inspired two-tone graphics is an attention-getter. The Gladiator Rubicon High Top concept rides high on massive new 40x13.5R18 BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3 tires mounted on 18-by-9-inch Satin Black KMC Grenade Crawl beadlock wheels.

Concept JPP flat fender flares at all four corners provide plenty of off-road ride clearance. Unstoppable Dana 60 front and rear axles with matching 5.38:1 gearing and an AccuAir adjustable air suspension help make easy work of any serious off-road excursion. The robust 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine, mated to a TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, delivers a broad torque band with a focus on low-end torque, essential for off-roading.

A modified front bumper from American Expedition Vehicles features a custom protective hoop sitting just above a Warn winch. Rock rail power steps from Rock Slide Engineering protect the undercarriage and help provide easy entry and exit from the cabin.

A DECKED truck bed storage system offers additional lockable cargo space through dual sliding drawers, while still allowing for storage on top in the bed area.

Inside, seats have been retrimmed with custom quilted and perforated tan and black Alea leather and feature an embossed JPP logo on the headrests. Overhead protection is provided by a JPP sun bonnet. Completing the interior are a JPP pedal kit, all-weather floor mats and door sill guards.