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Jeep 75th anniversary special-edition models revealed

07 Jan 2016

Isaac Bober 2

Jeep has revealed a series of special edition 75th anniversary models inspired by Jeep’s military heritage…

JEEP CELEBRATES 75 years “of 4×4 leadership, military history, and open-air freedom” this year and has created a special-edition of each vehicle in its line-up. In the local announcement of this line-up, Jeep Australia said local pricing would be confirmed closer to the local launch… but it gave no indication of when that might be. We’ve asked and will update this story when we hear back.

“Jeep vehicles have defined the authentic SUV and set the benchmark for off-road capability and freedom since they were first produced in 1941,” said Mike Manley, Head of Jeep Brand – FCA Global. “Today, Jeep SUVs continue to deliver 4×4 leadership, as well as fuel efficiency, world-class craftsmanship and premium on-road dynamics.
 
“In honor of the brand’s 75th anniversary, we have created eye-catching, special-edition models of each vehicle in our lineup that celebrate the unparalleled history of the legendary Jeep brand,” Manley added.
 
All 75th Anniversary special-edition models will be available in Jeep-exclusive Green exterior paint (Sarge Green, Recon Green or Jungle Green, depending on model), Low Gloss Bronze wheels, Bronze and Orange exterior accents, unique interiors, including exclusive seats with embossed 75th Anniversary logo or one-of-a-kind Ombre Mesh fabric, open-air freedom and a 75th Anniversary exterior badge.
 
2016 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited 75th Anniversary edition features:

• 17-inch wheels, front and rear tow hooks, Jeep badge and unique front and rear steel bumpers, all in Low Gloss Bronze
• Body-color grille with Low Gloss Bronze grille throats and headlamp rings
• Power dome hood with functional air vents
• Leather-trimmed heated seats with accent sport mesh inserts and accent stitching
• 75th Anniversary grab handle
• Goodyear Wrangler Silent Armor tires
• Unique off-road rock rails
• Available rear locker
• Jeep Command-Trac 4×4 transfer case with 2.72:1 ratio
• Dana 30 front axle and heavy-duty Dana 44 rear axle
• 3.21 or optional 3.73 axle ratio
• 6.5-inch touchscreen radio with Uconnect handsfree phone and SiriusXM Radio 

2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee 75th Anniversary edition features:

• An all-new, unique front fascia, grille and headlamps
• Exclusive 18- and 20-inch wheels, tow hooks, grille rings, fog lamp bezels, lower fascia applique, roof rail and badges, all in Low Gloss Bronze
• New Gode-Tex seat cloth insert or leather trimmed heated seats with embossed 75th Anniversary logo and Tangerine accent stitching
• Gloss Black painted body accents, Blind-spot Monitoring, power sunroof, and an 8.4-inch Uconnect NAV-ready radio 

2016 Jeep Cherokee 75th Anniversary edition features:

• New 18-inch wheel, badges and trim accents in Low Gloss Bronze
• New Gode-Tex seat insert cloth with Tangerine accent stitching
• Dual-pane sunroof
• 8.4-inch touchscreen radio 

2016 Jeep Renegade 75th Anniversary edition features:

• New 18-inch wheel, grille surrounds, fog lamp bezels, roof rack, tail lamp applique, rear fascia and tail lamp applique and badges, all in Low Gloss Bronze
• Beats Audio system
• MySky open-air roof system 

Jeep recently cut the price of the Renegade, and we have a full offroad test of the Renegade Trailhawk.

2016 Jeep Compass 75th Anniversary edition features:

• 18-inch wheels, roof rails, front fascia applique, rear step pad, badges and tow hooks (4×4 models) in Low Gloss Bronze
• Light Bronze interior bezel paint
• Power sunroof
• Remote start
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• 2.4-liter engine and six-speed automatic transmission 

2016 Jeep Patriot 75th Anniversary edition features:

• 17-inch wheels, roof rails, front fascia applique, rear step pad, badges and tow hooks (4×4 models) in Low Gloss Bronze
• Light Bronze interior bezel paint
• Power sunroof
• Remote start
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• 2.4-liter engine and six-speed automatic transmission