(Text/Pan Yuchen Editor/Lou Bing) On November 19, Jeep Gladiator Advance Edition, Jeep Wrangler Heights Alaska Aurora Green Special Edition and its all-terrain family appeared at the 19th Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition.
Jeep Gladiator Advance Edition positioning "imported idol all-terrain pickup truck" adopts a wild and tough exterior design, and is currently the only open-top pickup on the market. It is expected to go on sale by the end of the first quarter of 2022.
The Gladiator has a load mass of 568kg, the classic square body with an open tail box can carry more goods, and the rear bezel angle can be adjusted in three levels to facilitate the loading of goods. The car is also equipped with a lot of hidden storage space, including the roof rack, split lockable storage box under the seat, etc.
In terms of off-road performance, the Gladiator adopts a non-load-bearing body structure, the upgraded Dana44 M210/220 front and rear axles with a 40° approach angle/ 25° departure angle / 18° pass angle, and the Selec-Trac® professional intelligent four-wheel drive, low speed 2.72 times torque amplification. The powertrain is a combination of the Pentastar V6 engine and the ZF 8AT transmission.
In addition, the Jeep Gladiator "Hurricane" modified concept car also appeared on the booth, this functional modified concept car with desert crossing performance, led by the Jeep brand China design team and THE MOMAR® team, jointly built by a number of internationally renowned modification brands, focusing on the increasingly popular modified off-road culture in China.
At the same time, Jeep Wrangler Highland Alaska Aurora Green Special Edition also debuted in China, with exclusive body colors, representing the original intention of returning to nature and challenging the unknown. It is reported that since the opening of the pre-sale of the limited edition model, a total of 200 units in three batches have been sold out in half an hour.
As a new version of the Wrangler, Wrangler Heights has expanded its product lineage, and the power is still based on the iconic 2.0T engine with ZF8-speed®transmission power combination, and its 4x4 SUV intelligent technology system highlights the Wrangler's four-wheel drive capability. The appearance of the vehicle brings a more three-dimensional front grille, a larger 8.4-inch central control screen and a new smoked black 18-inch aluminum alloy five-spoke wheels on top of the Wrangler stylized design.
In addition to the Gladiator and Wrangler Heights Alaska Aurora Green Special Edition, Jeep New Grand Commander, Sageland Sacred Edition Concept Car, New Guide, Free Light, Grand Cherokee 80th Anniversary Edition, and Jeep® Wrangler 4xe Off-Roader based on the Wrangler 4xe Rubicon platform were also featured on the stage during the Guangzhou Auto Show.
Today, in the face of the wave of the "new four modernizations" and the continuously changing market pattern, Jeep has also clarified the strategic direction of the future. Mu Anze, President of GAC FCA, said: "The Jeep brand has spanned 80 years of history, we will continue to adhere to the cross-country gene of the brand's bones and blood, and continue to make further breakthroughs and innovations in environmental protection travel and technology, and strive to continuously meet and continue to exceed market expectations, and start the next 80 years of brilliant journey." "4xe, Jeep's exclusive electrification concept, will lead the brand towards the vision of "zero emission free travel", and by 2025, all Jeep models will have electrified versions.
Ding Yukun, Vice President of Jeep Brand of Stellantis Group China and Deputy General Manager of GAC FICO, said: "Adhering to the core values of freedom, authenticity, exploration and passion, each model of Jeep focuses on providing more possibilities for lifestyle, so that every owner can get a unique and wonderful experience. "In the future, Jeep will also deepen community building, build a Jeep Life ecosystem by enhancing the communication and connection between brands and car owners and potential car owners, so as to continuously enhance the brand value and cultural influence."
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