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The big problem is, the SE has given back waaaay more than I've invested in it. Sure, it's not a well loved model, but man is it a good solid rig. It returns way more than I'll ever put into it in time and money. Will a $40k+ JLR do that? I don't think I could part with the SE.
 
The big problem is, the SE has given back waaaay more than I've invested in it. Sure, it's not a well loved model, but man is it a good solid rig. It returns way more than I'll ever put into it in time and money. Will a $40k+ JLR do that? I don't think I could part with the SE.

I have a hard time envisioning someone running a brand new $40k+ rig through the terrain some of the forum members do. 'Cept maybe @Jerry Bransford. His pictures lead me to believe he would! (*Meant with the utmost respect, Mr. B!) ;)
 
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I don't see any reference of Dana 35's
M185/Dana 44 HD
205MM/Dana 44 HD
M210/ M220
205MM/M220

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Thanks to our sources, here are the official dates and some confirmed features (so far) for the 2018 JK Wrangler, 2018 JL Wrangler and the 2019 JT Wrangler Pickup.

Ordering / Production Schedule

2018 Wrangler JL / JLU:
  • September-November 2017: 2018 Wrangler JL / JLU Sales and Press Launch
  • October/November 2017: 2018 Wrangler JL / JLU Order Banks Open
  • October 16, 2017: 2018 Wrangler JL / JLU Production Begins
  • Mid-Late December 2017: Production models arrive at dealerships
  • Debuts at LA Auto Show (Nov 28 or 29, confirmed by Jeep CEO Mike Manley)

2019 Wrangler JT Pickup:
  • August 2018: 2019 JT Wrangler Pickup Truck Order Banks Open
  • October 2018: 2019 JT Wrangler Pickup Truck Production Begins (See Thread For More Info)

Models / Trims
  • JL Sport (2 Door)
  • JL Rubicon (2 Door)
  • JL Unlimited Sport (4 Door)
  • JL Unlimited Sahara (4 Door)
  • JL Unlimited Rubicon (4 Door)
  • No more 2-door JL Sahara trim (see confirmation)

Features / Specifications

New Features (for North America):

Engine/Transmission:

  • New Chrysler Version of ZF 8 Speed Transmission (850RE)
  • 3.6L Pentastar V6 24V VVT Upgraded Engine (with new 850RE transmission); Comes standard with Engine Start-Stop (ESS) technology (See Thread For More Info) that can be turned off but will default to "on" with each ignition cycle (visual confirmation)
  • 2.0L "Hurricane" I4 DOHC DI Turbo Engine with BSG (Belt Starter Generator) and new 850RE transmission) (visual confirmation) (no manual option)
  • 3.0L VM V6 Turbo Diesel Engine with Engine Start-Stop (3rd Generation) with new 8HP75 transmission (late 2019MY availability, pending EPA certification).
Infotainment/Technology:
  • New fourth-generation Uconnect 8.4" navigation system with Apple Carplay and Android Auto
  • 5-inch (UAA) Base Radio Touchscreen (with hard buttons)
  • 7-inch (UAG) Touchscreen Upgrade Option (no hard buttons)
  • 8.4-inch (UAQ) Top End Navigation System (optional without nav) (no hard buttons)
  • 8.4-inch will come with the new Off-Road Pages providing useful info regarding the JL Wrangler’s off-road systems — including wheel articulation, transfer case status, pitch and roll, transmission temperature, suspension, and monitor the basic essentials like oil and coolant temperatures, oil pressure and battery voltage
  • Alpine Audio System Returns
  • Customizable Color TFT Display with Telemetry Data (7" and up)
  • Touchscreens retain physical buttons for air conditioning, power, volume, menu selection
  • Gauge cluster center features 3.5-inch monochrome display for the Sport and 7-inch TFT color display for the Sahara and Rubicon models.
  • Backup camera (visual confirmation)
  • Parking sensor (visual confirmation)
  • CB radio pre-wired option (info)
  • Remote Keyless Entry (info)
  • Push Button Start (info)
  • HomeLink garage door controls on sun visors (visual confirmation)
  • Blind Spot Monitoring system (BSM) (visual confirmation)
Exterior/Roof:
  • Fold down windshield with two side hinges
  • Taller, flatter and more raked windshield
  • Interchangeable soft / hard top
  • Fully removable roof
  • Power sliding hardtop (late 2018MY availability) (confirmation)
  • Power softtop (see below)
  • True 3-piece hardtop
  • Optional hardtop glass panel (rumored)
  • Solid frame, fixed roll cage
  • Fully removable doors
  • Turn signal on side mirrors
  • New larger front bumper design
  • Larger upright grille with kinked slats
  • Headlights curve into outer grille slats
  • Longer / flatter hood
  • Hood latch position moved forward
  • Vent and boomerang styling detail on front quarter panels
  • New pull door handles
  • Exposed, redesigned (stubbier) door hinges
  • Taller windows with more rounded corners
  • Full length drip rails/rain gutter that spans the entire length of the vehicle
  • Tai lights feature wrap-around design
  • Rubicon hood with black vents flanking a center hump
  • Rubicon model still features rock rails
  • Spare tire will be mounted 3-4 inches lower to improve rear visibility
  • Verified terms regarding JL/JLU roof options:
    • "Single top package"
    • "Dual top group"
    • "Hard top"
    • "Black 3-piece hard top:
    • "Soft top"
    • "Freedom panel storage bag"
  • Verified top options from dealer system (see thread):
    • Black 3-Piece Hard Top
    • Body Color 3-Piece Hard Top
    • Premium Black Sunrider Soft Top
    • Premium Tan Sunrider Soft Top
    • Premium Black Soft Top
    • Premium Tan Soft Top
    • Black Power Soft Top
Colors:
  • Following colors may not be a full list
  • PAU – Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
  • PJD – Acid Yellow Clear Coat
  • PRC – Firecracker Red
  • PSC – Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
  • PW7 – Bright White Clear Coat
  • PX8 – Black Clear Coat
  • PY5 – Nacho Clear Coat
  • Light Green and Blue were also mentioned in a dealer meeting
Packages:
  • Technology Group
  • LED Lighting Group
  • Convenience Group
  • Cold Weather Group
  • Heavy Duty Electrical Group
  • Electronic Infotainment System Group
  • Dual Top Group
  • Safety Group
  • Steel Bumper Group
  • Smoker’s Group
Interior:
Seats:
  • Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats (Black/Heritage Tan)
  • Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats (Black)
  • Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats (Black/Heritage Tan)
  • Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats (Black)
  • Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats (Black/Heritage Tan)
  • Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats (Black)
  • Premium Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats (Black)
  • Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats (Black/Heritage Tan)
  • Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats (Black)
Interior Options:
  • MOPAR High Headliner
  • Trail Rail Management System
  • MOPAR All-Weather Floor Mats
  • Soft Top Window Storage Bag
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alpine Premium Audio System
  • Google Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
  • Jeep Trail Rated Kit
Other Options:
  • 2.72:1 Selec-Trac Full Time 4WD System
  • Anti-Spin Differential Rear Axle
  • Remote Proximity Keyless Entry
  • Remote Keyless Entry
  • Engine Block Heater
  • Remote Start System
Wheels/Tires
  • 245/75R17 tires standard on Sport trim
  • LT285/70/R17 tires standard on Rubicon trim.
  • 255/70R18 All Terrain Tires
  • 245/75R17 All Season Tires
  • 245/75R17 All-Terrain Tires
  • 255/70R18 All-Terrain Tires
  • LT285/70R17C OWL Off-Road Tires
  • 245/75R17 All Terrain Tires
  • 17” x 7.5” Polished Granite Crystal Wheels
  • 17” x 7.5” Tech Silver Aluminum Wheels
  • 17” x 7.5” Black Wheels with Polished Lip
  • 18” x 7.5” Tech Gray Polished Face Wheels
Lighting (See Thread For More Info)
  • Daytime Running Lamps will have LED accents
  • LED fog lamps
  • LED reflector headlamps
  • LED tail lamps
  • LED turn signals (in fenders)
  • Ambient LED interior lighting
  • Illuminated cupholders
Axles / Suspension
  • JL Sport (standard)
    M186 Front Axle / Next Generation Dana 44 HD Rear Axle

    JL Sahara (standard)
    205MM Front Axle / Next Generation Dana 44 HD Rear Axle

    JL Rubicon (standard)
    Dana M210 Wide Front Axle / Dana M220 Wide Rear Axle

    JL Sahara (optional package)
    205MM Front Axle / Dana M220 Rear Axle
  • CV joints on front axle of Selec-Trac (AWD) models
  • U-joints on front axle of Rubicon
Steering
Miscellaneous
  • JLU has a longer wheelbase than JKU
  • Most current (JK/JKU) aftermarket parts will fit
  • Lug tool is now in metric


2017-18 Wrangler (Toledo) Assembly Plants Schedule

Current: TSP (Toledo Supplier Park - Toledo South)
  • Building 2017 JK Wranglers until 9/30/2017
  • Will build 2018 JK Wranglers starting 10/02/2017 until 3/30/2018
  • Will shut down starting 3/31/2018 for an estimated 3-4 months or longer to retool for the 2019 JT Pickup
Future: TNAP (Toledo North Assembly Plant)
  • Currently building 2017 Jeep Cherokee KL until 4/07/2017
  • Plant will shut down from 4/08/2017 until November 2017 to prepare for Wrangler JL production
  • All-New Wrangler JL will launch 11/13/2017
 
I have a hard time envisioning someone running a brand new $40k+ rig through the terrain some of the forum members do. 'Cept maybe @Jerry Bransford. His pictures lead me to believe he would! (*Meant with the utmost respect, Mr. B!) ;)
Ha but yep I remember being afraid to scratch my then-new '97 TJ. And it was only $22k brand-new, not $40k like some of these new Wranglers are. Yowsa!
 
I have a hard time envisioning someone running a brand new $40k+ rig through the terrain some of the forum members do. 'Cept maybe @Jerry Bransford. His pictures lead me to believe he would! (*Meant with the utmost respect, Mr. B!) ;)

I took my 2006 TJ to a construction yard when it was only 1 month old and got it stuck real good. Had to call a flatbed wrecker to pull me out. I also take the $30k+ 2014 JKU out on trails.
 
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I about died when I read this.

Real jeeps have light bars before lockers.

A Practical Guide to Hating New Jeeps: How to Establish Your Jeep as the Last Great Jeep (JK Owners Edition)

Hello JK owners! First let me say congratulations. There is now a Jeep that is newer than yours. As I’m sure you all know, every Jeep newer than the generation that you own is an abomination that must be shunned. For the last 11 years it was YOU the JK owners that carried the burden of having the shitty new Jeep. But now, with the reveal of the new JL Wrangler you no longer are stuck with the worst Jeep ever made! However, it’s not time to celebrate yet. There’s a lot of work to be done before you’re truly ready to pass the torch of shame on to the next generation.

CJ, YJ, and TJ owners have all gone through this process before and now it’s your turn to join us in the traditional hating of the new Jeep! To help you though this exciting and emotional time I have prepared this simple step by step guide on how exactly to hate new Jeeps while establishing the JK as the last truly great Jeep.



Step 1 - Announce the death of Jeep:

The first step is the most important. Jeep has suffered many deaths over the its 76 year existence. In a futile and foolish attempt to keep up with market and regulatory demands, Jeep’s many owners made various changes to the very core and soul of Jeep itself ultimately leading to the total death and failure of the brand.

These announcements usually take the form of “Jeep died in _______ when _______ took over and made the ________.”

Let’s look at a few examples of past deaths:

"Jeep died in 1970 when AMC took over and made the CJ-7."
"Jeep died in 1987 when Chrysler took over and made the YJ."
"Jeep died in 1997 when Daimler took over and made the TJ."
"Jeep died in 2007 when Chrysler took over again and made the JK."

So now say it with me, “Jeep died in 2018 when Fiat took over and made them make the JL.”
Now of course some people may not understand why a new model immediately marks the death of Jeep. That's why we need to explain it to them in simple terms.

Step 2 - Develop a rallying cry:

Every new Jeep has changes. Everyone hates changes. Choose what you believe is the most egregious of these changes and form your campaign behind it. The fact that the new Jeep has or doesn’t have this feature means that it isn’t a real Jeep. This will be your rallying cry. Put it on bumper stickers, in your signature, your flair, or in the posts you make. Let’s take a look at some past examples:

Real Jeeps have round headlights!
Real Jeeps have two doors!
Real Jeeps don’t have air conditioning!
Real Jeeps have leaf spring suspension!
Real Jeeps don’t have power locks and windows!
etc.

Now let’s try some of our own,
Real Jeeps don’t have an 8 speed transmission!
Real Jeeps don’t have LED fender lights!
Real Jeeps don’t have an electric drivetrain!
etc.

Here we’ve established what makes the new Jeep an objectively terrible vehicle, however not everyone will be convinced by a simply catch phrase. That’s where step 3 comes in!

Step 3 - Craft your long form rant:

Express your displeasure at the dilution of the Jeep community. Establish blame for the death of Jeep. These statements serve the duel purpose of disparaging new Jeep owners and discouraging others from following in their footsteps. This one is easy. Just fill in the blanks.

“These new (Model) owners. A bunch of (Group of people typically not associated with Jeep) and (Second Group of people not associated with Jeep) who care more about looks than capability. Jeeps were never meant to have (New feature) but these (Groups chosen before) won’t buy a car without them. What’s next? (Absurd luxury feature)? What happened to making the most capable vehicle they could make? You can’t even get a (Removed feature) anymore because most of these people won’t do any more off-roading than the grass at their local (Location popular with new generation’s current “hip” crowd). It’s not even a real Jeep anymore it’s just (Jeep brand’s current owner) trash. And they’re so expensive too. These people drop (Current MSRP, fully loaded) for what’s basically just a (modern vehicle generally viewed as "uncool") with the Jeep logo. And the ones who modify their Jeeps are just as bad. It’s all just bolt on (Low end parts supplier) bumpers and (Newest vehicle lighting technology) lights. All about appearance and nothing about substance. AND THEY NEVER WAVE!”

See? it's easy when you can just reuse old arguments! Now that the Jeep world knows that you’re mad, what do you do?

Step 4 - Attack the JL Owners:

These people are ruining Jeep and they need to know it! They’re no better than people who bought the Compass. If you see one on this subreddit or elsewhere on other forums let them know that they don’t drive a real Jeep and aren’t welcome here. I know it seems harsh but believe me, the only way to make sure the Jeep community survives is to make sure no new people are allowed in ever.

Respond to simple questions with total distain. Downvote pictures of stock JLs or new purchases. Make sure nobody feels welcome. Don’t tell them about the trails you like or offer to go off-roading with them. They are unworthy. If they wanted to get into Jeeps they should have done it the way you did it. You earned your Jeep. You scoured the earth looking for that perfect restorable Jeep. You spent countless hours rebuilding every nut and bolt from scratch. You didn’t just waltz into some dealership and finance some bland new car. You built your Jeep.*

* Note: If you bought your JK new from a dealership then you should instead tell JL owners that they should have gone back in time and bought a new JK like you did.

By now it should be clear to the JL people where they stand in the community. Now we need to make sure it stays that way.

Step 5 - Maintain The New Status Quo:

This may be the hardest part. As more and more JL owners begin to flood the roads and trails you need to make sure you stick to your guns. The new JL owners may seem nice. Their Jeeps may seem cool or even Jeep like but make no mistake, they are still driving an objectively worse vehicle than yours.

NEVER concede that there are good things about the new Jeep. Avoid the mistakes others have made in the past such as:

“Man I wish I had air conditioning in my Jeep.”
“Coils do ride better on the road.”
“Power locks actually sound pretty nice in cold weather.”
“Your Jeep DOESN’T leak everywhere?”

Saying nice things about the new Jeep should be seen as a sign of weakness. You’re not weak. You’re a JK owner.
You may find yourself admiring the JL from afar. You may start reading great things on automotive websites. You may even feel a desire to test drive one yourself. Resist this temptation. The JK is the greatest Jeep ever made.

I'm not going to lie to you dear JK owners, Step 5 is where most people fail. For years Jeep owners have tried to definitively prove that their Jeep is the last great Jeep, yet despite this Jeep sales continue stronger than ever. Maybe this can change with you. If enough people hate on the JL with enough forcefulness, you can not only make sure that people know that the JK is the last great Jeep, but make sure that the JK is also the last Jeep period.

Which is what we all want… right?

That concludes today’s tutorial.
 
I just saw this on Facebook:
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I about died when I read this.

Real jeeps have light bars before lockers.

A Practical Guide to Hating New Jeeps: How to Establish Your Jeep as the Last Great Jeep (JK Owners Edition)

Hello JK owners! First let me say congratulations. There is now a Jeep that is newer than yours. As I’m sure you all know, every Jeep newer than the generation that you own is an abomination that must be shunned. For the last 11 years it was YOU the JK owners that carried the burden of having the shitty new Jeep. But now, with the reveal of the new JL Wrangler you no longer are stuck with the worst Jeep ever made! However, it’s not time to celebrate yet. There’s a lot of work to be done before you’re truly ready to pass the torch of shame on to the next generation.

CJ, YJ, and TJ owners have all gone through this process before and now it’s your turn to join us in the traditional hating of the new Jeep! To help you though this exciting and emotional time I have prepared this simple step by step guide on how exactly to hate new Jeeps while establishing the JK as the last truly great Jeep.



Step 1 - Announce the death of Jeep:

The first step is the most important. Jeep has suffered many deaths over the its 76 year existence. In a futile and foolish attempt to keep up with market and regulatory demands, Jeep’s many owners made various changes to the very core and soul of Jeep itself ultimately leading to the total death and failure of the brand.

These announcements usually take the form of “Jeep died in _______ when _______ took over and made the ________.”

Let’s look at a few examples of past deaths:

"Jeep died in 1970 when AMC took over and made the CJ-7."
"Jeep died in 1987 when Chrysler took over and made the YJ."
"Jeep died in 1997 when Daimler took over and made the TJ."
"Jeep died in 2007 when Chrysler took over again and made the JK."

So now say it with me, “Jeep died in 2018 when Fiat took over and made them make the JL.”
Now of course some people may not understand why a new model immediately marks the death of Jeep. That's why we need to explain it to them in simple terms.

Step 2 - Develop a rallying cry:

Every new Jeep has changes. Everyone hates changes. Choose what you believe is the most egregious of these changes and form your campaign behind it. The fact that the new Jeep has or doesn’t have this feature means that it isn’t a real Jeep. This will be your rallying cry. Put it on bumper stickers, in your signature, your flair, or in the posts you make. Let’s take a look at some past examples:

Real Jeeps have round headlights!
Real Jeeps have two doors!
Real Jeeps don’t have air conditioning!
Real Jeeps have leaf spring suspension!
Real Jeeps don’t have power locks and windows!
etc.

Now let’s try some of our own,
Real Jeeps don’t have an 8 speed transmission!
Real Jeeps don’t have LED fender lights!
Real Jeeps don’t have an electric drivetrain!
etc.

Here we’ve established what makes the new Jeep an objectively terrible vehicle, however not everyone will be convinced by a simply catch phrase. That’s where step 3 comes in!

Step 3 - Craft your long form rant:

Express your displeasure at the dilution of the Jeep community. Establish blame for the death of Jeep. These statements serve the duel purpose of disparaging new Jeep owners and discouraging others from following in their footsteps. This one is easy. Just fill in the blanks.

“These new (Model) owners. A bunch of (Group of people typically not associated with Jeep) and (Second Group of people not associated with Jeep) who care more about looks than capability. Jeeps were never meant to have (New feature) but these (Groups chosen before) won’t buy a car without them. What’s next? (Absurd luxury feature)? What happened to making the most capable vehicle they could make? You can’t even get a (Removed feature) anymore because most of these people won’t do any more off-roading than the grass at their local (Location popular with new generation’s current “hip” crowd). It’s not even a real Jeep anymore it’s just (Jeep brand’s current owner) trash. And they’re so expensive too. These people drop (Current MSRP, fully loaded) for what’s basically just a (modern vehicle generally viewed as "uncool") with the Jeep logo. And the ones who modify their Jeeps are just as bad. It’s all just bolt on (Low end parts supplier) bumpers and (Newest vehicle lighting technology) lights. All about appearance and nothing about substance. AND THEY NEVER WAVE!”

See? it's easy when you can just reuse old arguments! Now that the Jeep world knows that you’re mad, what do you do?

Step 4 - Attack the JL Owners:

These people are ruining Jeep and they need to know it! They’re no better than people who bought the Compass. If you see one on this subreddit or elsewhere on other forums let them know that they don’t drive a real Jeep and aren’t welcome here. I know it seems harsh but believe me, the only way to make sure the Jeep community survives is to make sure no new people are allowed in ever.

Respond to simple questions with total distain. Downvote pictures of stock JLs or new purchases. Make sure nobody feels welcome. Don’t tell them about the trails you like or offer to go off-roading with them. They are unworthy. If they wanted to get into Jeeps they should have done it the way you did it. You earned your Jeep. You scoured the earth looking for that perfect restorable Jeep. You spent countless hours rebuilding every nut and bolt from scratch. You didn’t just waltz into some dealership and finance some bland new car. You built your Jeep.*

* Note: If you bought your JK new from a dealership then you should instead tell JL owners that they should have gone back in time and bought a new JK like you did.

By now it should be clear to the JL people where they stand in the community. Now we need to make sure it stays that way.

Step 5 - Maintain The New Status Quo:

This may be the hardest part. As more and more JL owners begin to flood the roads and trails you need to make sure you stick to your guns. The new JL owners may seem nice. Their Jeeps may seem cool or even Jeep like but make no mistake, they are still driving an objectively worse vehicle than yours.

NEVER concede that there are good things about the new Jeep. Avoid the mistakes others have made in the past such as:

“Man I wish I had air conditioning in my Jeep.”
“Coils do ride better on the road.”
“Power locks actually sound pretty nice in cold weather.”
“Your Jeep DOESN’T leak everywhere?”

Saying nice things about the new Jeep should be seen as a sign of weakness. You’re not weak. You’re a JK owner.
You may find yourself admiring the JL from afar. You may start reading great things on automotive websites. You may even feel a desire to test drive one yourself. Resist this temptation. The JK is the greatest Jeep ever made.

I'm not going to lie to you dear JK owners, Step 5 is where most people fail. For years Jeep owners have tried to definitively prove that their Jeep is the last great Jeep, yet despite this Jeep sales continue stronger than ever. Maybe this can change with you. If enough people hate on the JL with enough forcefulness, you can not only make sure that people know that the JK is the last great Jeep, but make sure that the JK is also the last Jeep period.

Which is what we all want… right?

That concludes today’s tutorial.
Lol! Priceless!
 
Found this information at jlwranglerforums.com

I don't see any reference of Dana 35's
M185/Dana 44 HD
205MM/Dana 44 HD
M210/ M220
205MM/M220

***************************Below is the copied post

Thanks to our sources, here are the official dates and some confirmed features (so far) for the 2018 JK Wrangler, 2018 JL Wrangler and the 2019 JT Wrangler Pickup.

Ordering / Production Schedule

2018 Wrangler JL / JLU:
  • September-November 2017: 2018 Wrangler JL / JLU Sales and Press Launch
  • October/November 2017: 2018 Wrangler JL / JLU Order Banks Open
  • October 16, 2017: 2018 Wrangler JL / JLU Production Begins
  • Mid-Late December 2017: Production models arrive at dealerships
  • Debuts at LA Auto Show (Nov 28 or 29, confirmed by Jeep CEO Mike Manley)

2019 Wrangler JT Pickup:
  • August 2018: 2019 JT Wrangler Pickup Truck Order Banks Open
  • October 2018: 2019 JT Wrangler Pickup Truck Production Begins (See Thread For More Info)

Models / Trims
  • JL Sport (2 Door)
  • JL Rubicon (2 Door)
  • JL Unlimited Sport (4 Door)
  • JL Unlimited Sahara (4 Door)
  • JL Unlimited Rubicon (4 Door)
  • No more 2-door JL Sahara trim (see confirmation)

Features / Specifications

New Features (for North America):

Engine/Transmission:

  • New Chrysler Version of ZF 8 Speed Transmission (850RE)
  • 3.6L Pentastar V6 24V VVT Upgraded Engine (with new 850RE transmission); Comes standard with Engine Start-Stop (ESS) technology (See Thread For More Info) that can be turned off but will default to "on" with each ignition cycle (visual confirmation)
  • 2.0L "Hurricane" I4 DOHC DI Turbo Engine with BSG (Belt Starter Generator) and new 850RE transmission) (visual confirmation) (no manual option)
  • 3.0L VM V6 Turbo Diesel Engine with Engine Start-Stop (3rd Generation) with new 8HP75 transmission (late 2019MY availability, pending EPA certification).
Infotainment/Technology:
  • New fourth-generation Uconnect 8.4" navigation system with Apple Carplay and Android Auto
  • 5-inch (UAA) Base Radio Touchscreen (with hard buttons)
  • 7-inch (UAG) Touchscreen Upgrade Option (no hard buttons)
  • 8.4-inch (UAQ) Top End Navigation System (optional without nav) (no hard buttons)
  • 8.4-inch will come with the new Off-Road Pages providing useful info regarding the JL Wrangler’s off-road systems — including wheel articulation, transfer case status, pitch and roll, transmission temperature, suspension, and monitor the basic essentials like oil and coolant temperatures, oil pressure and battery voltage
  • Alpine Audio System Returns
  • Customizable Color TFT Display with Telemetry Data (7" and up)
  • Touchscreens retain physical buttons for air conditioning, power, volume, menu selection
  • Gauge cluster center features 3.5-inch monochrome display for the Sport and 7-inch TFT color display for the Sahara and Rubicon models.
  • Backup camera (visual confirmation)
  • Parking sensor (visual confirmation)
  • CB radio pre-wired option (info)
  • Remote Keyless Entry (info)
  • Push Button Start (info)
  • HomeLink garage door controls on sun visors (visual confirmation)
  • Blind Spot Monitoring system (BSM) (visual confirmation)
Exterior/Roof:
  • Fold down windshield with two side hinges
  • Taller, flatter and more raked windshield
  • Interchangeable soft / hard top
  • Fully removable roof
  • Power sliding hardtop (late 2018MY availability) (confirmation)
  • Power softtop (see below)
  • True 3-piece hardtop
  • Optional hardtop glass panel (rumored)
  • Solid frame, fixed roll cage
  • Fully removable doors
  • Turn signal on side mirrors
  • New larger front bumper design
  • Larger upright grille with kinked slats
  • Headlights curve into outer grille slats
  • Longer / flatter hood
  • Hood latch position moved forward
  • Vent and boomerang styling detail on front quarter panels
  • New pull door handles
  • Exposed, redesigned (stubbier) door hinges
  • Taller windows with more rounded corners
  • Full length drip rails/rain gutter that spans the entire length of the vehicle
  • Tai lights feature wrap-around design
  • Rubicon hood with black vents flanking a center hump
  • Rubicon model still features rock rails
  • Spare tire will be mounted 3-4 inches lower to improve rear visibility
  • Verified terms regarding JL/JLU roof options:
    • "Single top package"
    • "Dual top group"
    • "Hard top"
    • "Black 3-piece hard top:
    • "Soft top"
    • "Freedom panel storage bag"
  • Verified top options from dealer system (see thread):
    • Black 3-Piece Hard Top
    • Body Color 3-Piece Hard Top
    • Premium Black Sunrider Soft Top
    • Premium Tan Sunrider Soft Top
    • Premium Black Soft Top
    • Premium Tan Soft Top
    • Black Power Soft Top
Colors:
  • Following colors may not be a full list
  • PAU – Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
  • PJD – Acid Yellow Clear Coat
  • PRC – Firecracker Red
  • PSC – Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
  • PW7 – Bright White Clear Coat
  • PX8 – Black Clear Coat
  • PY5 – Nacho Clear Coat
  • Light Green and Blue were also mentioned in a dealer meeting
Packages:
  • Technology Group
  • LED Lighting Group
  • Convenience Group
  • Cold Weather Group
  • Heavy Duty Electrical Group
  • Electronic Infotainment System Group
  • Dual Top Group
  • Safety Group
  • Steel Bumper Group
  • Smoker’s Group
Interior:
Seats:
  • Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats (Black/Heritage Tan)
  • Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats (Black)
  • Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats (Black/Heritage Tan)
  • Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats (Black)
  • Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats (Black/Heritage Tan)
  • Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats (Black)
  • Premium Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats (Black)
  • Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats (Black/Heritage Tan)
  • Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats (Black)
Interior Options:
  • MOPAR High Headliner
  • Trail Rail Management System
  • MOPAR All-Weather Floor Mats
  • Soft Top Window Storage Bag
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alpine Premium Audio System
  • Google Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio
  • Jeep Trail Rated Kit
Other Options:
  • 2.72:1 Selec-Trac Full Time 4WD System
  • Anti-Spin Differential Rear Axle
  • Remote Proximity Keyless Entry
  • Remote Keyless Entry
  • Engine Block Heater
  • Remote Start System
Wheels/Tires
  • 245/75R17 tires standard on Sport trim
  • LT285/70/R17 tires standard on Rubicon trim.
  • 255/70R18 All Terrain Tires
  • 245/75R17 All Season Tires
  • 245/75R17 All-Terrain Tires
  • 255/70R18 All-Terrain Tires
  • LT285/70R17C OWL Off-Road Tires
  • 245/75R17 All Terrain Tires
  • 17” x 7.5” Polished Granite Crystal Wheels
  • 17” x 7.5” Tech Silver Aluminum Wheels
  • 17” x 7.5” Black Wheels with Polished Lip
  • 18” x 7.5” Tech Gray Polished Face Wheels
Lighting (See Thread For More Info)
  • Daytime Running Lamps will have LED accents
  • LED fog lamps
  • LED reflector headlamps
  • LED tail lamps
  • LED turn signals (in fenders)
  • Ambient LED interior lighting
  • Illuminated cupholders
Axles / Suspension
  • JL Sport (standard)
    M186 Front Axle / Next Generation Dana 44 HD Rear Axle

    JL Sahara (standard)
    205MM Front Axle / Next Generation Dana 44 HD Rear Axle

    JL Rubicon (standard)
    Dana M210 Wide Front Axle / Dana M220 Wide Rear Axle

    JL Sahara (optional package)
    205MM Front Axle / Dana M220 Rear Axle
  • CV joints on front axle of Selec-Trac (AWD) models
  • U-joints on front axle of Rubicon
Steering
Miscellaneous
  • JLU has a longer wheelbase than JKU
  • Most current (JK/JKU) aftermarket parts will fit
  • Lug tool is now in metric


2017-18 Wrangler (Toledo) Assembly Plants Schedule

Current: TSP (Toledo Supplier Park - Toledo South)
  • Building 2017 JK Wranglers until 9/30/2017
  • Will build 2018 JK Wranglers starting 10/02/2017 until 3/30/2018
  • Will shut down starting 3/31/2018 for an estimated 3-4 months or longer to retool for the 2019 JT Pickup
Future: TNAP (Toledo North Assembly Plant)
  • Currently building 2017 Jeep Cherokee KL until 4/07/2017
  • Plant will shut down from 4/08/2017 until November 2017 to prepare for Wrangler JL production
  • All-New Wrangler JL will launch 11/13/2017
That’s a lot of accessories/options. I think I’ll put leather in my TJ and call it new
 
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