Stellantis Media Site 2008 Jeep® Wrangler Unlimited: Twice the Doors, All the Capability and Fun                                                Contact:                                                             Amy                         Knight                                                                                                Bryan                         Zvibleman                                                                                                                                                                                   2008 Jeep® Wrangler Unlimited: Twice the Doors, All the Capability and Fun                                                                                                                                                           August 31, 2007,                                                                                                                      Auburn Hills, Mich.                                                       -                                               The 2008 Jeep® Wrangler Unlimited is the only four-door convertible on the market, with room for five adult passengers, and it offers a lot more: the most cargo space ever offered in a Wrangler, class-leading off-road capability, plus everyday practicality.“The 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a fun, capable convertible with room for five adults. It’s a practical vehicle with enough cargo capacity for everyday tasks, and it’s the most capable off-roader on the planet.” said George Murphy, Senior Vice President – Global Brand Marketing, Chrysler LLC. “Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is appealing to customers who always wanted a Wrangler but needed even more space and versatility.”By adding 20.6 inches to the standard Jeep Wrangler’s 95.4-inch wheelbase, the 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s wheelbase topped out at 116 inches. The added length allows for a larger rear seat and significantly more occupant and cargo room.Unlike the four-wheel-drive-only configuration of the standard Jeep Wrangler, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is also offered in two-wheel drive. However, all Jeep Wrangler Unlimited models use the same tough body-on-frame construction, full-framed or half doors, exposed hinges, fold-down windshield and innovative removable convertible tops.WHAT’S NEW FOR 2008New Package:    Sahara Appearance Group – 18-inch aluminum wheels, bright steering-wheel spokes and air-conditioning outlet rings, front and rear bumper overlaysExterior:     Detonator Yellow exterior color (Wrangler X and Rubicon® models)Powertrain / Chassis:    Remote start available     Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system standardDESIGNInspiration for the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s design came from several sources within Chrysler. Jeep concept vehicles including the 1997 Jeep Dakar, 2004 Jeep Rescue and 2005 Jeep Gladiator yielded design treatments that broke new ground in Wrangler design. In particular, the notion of adding more space and utility to the Wrangler’s legendary off-road capability was a guiding inspiration to the creation of the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.The 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited stands out with its four-door, open-air design and Jeep-signature design cues: classic round headlamps, seven-slot grille, trapezoidal wheel flares and exposed hinges.The 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited exterior is marked by taut lines, sharp angles, flat surfaces and subtle curves, giving Wrangler Unlimited a timeless quality: traditional but not stodgy, rugged but not intimidating, strong without being overdone. The result is a design that is simple, strong and purpose-built.ENGINEERINGWhile its legendary off-road capability is a given, the 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited also boasts another feature that appeals to a growing number of customers: a spacious interior that takes comfort and convenience to new lengths.Interior space in the 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a whopping 102.9 cu. ft., providing room for five adult passengers and delivering more cargo storage and seating configurations than any previous Wrangler.The 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited offers front-seat occupants a total of 54.8 cubic feet of room, while rear-seat room is 48.4 cubic feet. Front-seat occupants get 41 inches of leg room, while rear-seat passengers get 37.2 inches. With rear seats in the upright position, Jeep Wrangler Unlimited features 46.4 cu. ft. of cargo space behind the rear seats. Rear seats split 60/40 and easily fold flat, creating 83 cu. ft. of total storage volume. A new under-floor storage area secures personal items out of sight.All four doors on the 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited are front-hinged, with inside and outside handles, and windows that lower completely. Rear doors feature exposed forged hinges, open a full 90 degrees, and provide a 30.5-inch-wide opening. Power windows with front one-touch operation are available, with a plug-in/out capability that still allows the Wrangler Unlimited’s doors to be removed.The 2008 Jeep Wrangler provides several options in tops. Standard is the innovative Sunrider™ soft top, which includes a “sun roof” in addition to the full top-down option. Jeep’s Freedom Top™, a three-piece modular hard top, is available. This system features three panels – left and right front-passenger panels and a rear panel – providing more options for open-air driving. And, of course, either top may be completely removed for a true open-air experience.Capability has always been the core attribute of the Jeep Wrangler, starting with the basics. While improving its legendary 4x4 Jeep capability, the 2008 Jeep Wrangler benefits from a frame that is 100 percent stiffer than its predecessor, and a body structure that is 50 percent stiffer.Suspension is a refined five-link coil setup with tuned shock absorbers. This setup works with a Dana 30 front axle and next-generation heavy-duty Dana 44 rear axle. The 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon model uses front and rear Dana 44 axles. The 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited also offers an electronic-disconnecting front stabilizer bar, called the Active Sway Bar System, which delivers additional wheel travel for challenging terrain.With high ground clearance combined with short front and rear overhangs, the 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is able to conquer incredibly challenging off-road obstacles, especially severe inclines. Off-road aficionados recognize the key numbers: for the Rubicon model, an approach angle of 44.4 degrees, breakover angle of 20.8 degrees and departure angle of 40.5 degrees. Underbody protection is provided by three skid plates – protecting the fuel tank, transfer case and automatic transmission oil pan.The powerplant for the 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a 3.8-liter V-6 engine producing 202 horsepower (151 kW) and 237 lb.-ft. (321 N•m) of torque, backed by a standard six-speed manual gearbox or an available four-speed automatic transmission.The 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X and Sahara models are equipped with the second-generation Command-Trac® NV241 part-time, two-speed transfer case with a 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio. An optional Trac-Lok® limited-slip rear differential provides extra torque and grip during slippery, low-traction situations, such as driving over sand, gravel, snow or ice.The 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon model is equipped with an Off-Road Rock-Trac® NV241 two-speed transfer case with a 4.0:1 low-range gear ratio, as well as electric front- and rear-axle lockers, an electronic sway-bar disconnect and 32-inch BF Goodrich off-road tires.On-road ride balance in the 2008 Jeep Wrangler lineup is refined, with minimal body lean when cornering and braking. Suspension geometry provides precise ride-and-handling characteristics, while lower suspension spring rates provide a softer, more comfortable on-road ride. An Electronic Stability Program (ESP), which aids the driver in maintaining vehicle directional stability in severe driving maneuvers on any type of surface, is standard on the 2008 Jeep Wrangler. The ESP system features three modes – “full on,” “full off” and “partial on.”PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS4x4x4     Four-door versatility with the capability, fun and freedom found only in a WranglerFirst-ever four-door Wrangler expands the Jeep experience     Capability            Maintains Wrangler two-door’s best-in-class off-road capability with similar approach angle (44.6 degrees vs. 44.3), departure angle (40.5 degrees vs. 40.4) and ground clearance (0.7 inches more than 2006 model)         Electronic-disconnecting sway bar increases suspension articulation         Equipped with solid front and rear axles, axle lockers, skid plates, tow hooks and 32-inch BF Goodrich off-road tires         Available towing capacity of 3,500 lbs. provides more capability           Interior space and comfort – more than previous-generation Wranglers            116-inch wheelbase is 20.6 inches longer than the new two-door Wrangler, yet overall vehicle width is the same (previous-generation Wrangler featured a 93-inch wheelbase on the standard model and 103-inch wheelbase on the Wrangler Unlimited)         Room for five passengers – a Wrangler first – including a rear-seat package and storage capacity competitive with mid-size SUVs         46.4 cu. ft. of cargo volume behind rear seats – an increase of 24.1 cu. ft. (vs. previous-generation two-door Wrangler Unlimited)         Front-seat area boasts 54.6 cu. ft. of space – an increase of 4.8 cu. ft. – providing 5.1 inches more shoulder room and 4.6 inches more hip room than previous-generation two-door Wrangler Unlimited         Rear-seat area offers 46.3 cu. ft. of space – an increase of 4.4 cu. ft. (vs. previous-generation two-door Wrangler Unlimited)         33-inch couple – an increase of 3.7 inches (vs. previous-generation two-door Wrangler Unlimited) – provides more rear-seat comfort and roominess         Rear seats feature ample room for adults, with 37.2 inches of legroom and 56.7 inches of hip room (vs. 34.5 inches and 41.2 on previous-generation two-door Wrangler Unlimited)         83 cu. ft. of cargo volume behind front seats – an increase of 21.8 cu. ft. (vs. previous-generation two-door Wrangler Unlimited)           Power            A standard 3.8-liter V-6 engine with 202 horsepower and 237 lb.-ft. of torque includes a standard six-speed manual transmission or four-speed automatic         Achieves more horsepower and torque with improved fuel economy over previous I-6 engine           On-road refinement            All-new 100-percent stiffer frame         Wheelbase increased 20.6 inches (to 116 inches from 95), which contributes to a smooth ride and quiet cabin         Lower spring rates, advanced shock tuning and new powertrain and body mounts isolate the passenger compartment from vibrations           Open-air fun            Only true 4x4 convertible available on the market         Standard Sunrider® soft top provides open-air driving, while an available three-piece hardtop – Jeep’s Freedom Top™ – provides more options         Hundreds of different door, top and windshield combinations           Safety features            Advanced multi-stage air bags         Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)         Brake Assist         LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)         Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)         Electronic Stability Program (ESP)         Energy-absorbing steering column         Seat belt pretensioners         Seat-mounted side air bags         Side-impact door beams         TPM      True to Jeep heritage     With its distinguished form-equals-function design, it is clearly recognizable as the original Jeep     Stays true to the Jeep Wrangler recipe but features more of a precise appearance with clean, crisp lines and improved fit and finish     Classic round headlamps, signature seven-slot grille, wide wheel flares, exposed forged hinges, fold-down windshield, sport bar, removable tops and doors and washable interiorRugged Jeep character with new convenience features     The 2008 Wrangler Unlimited retains Jeep core values of adventure, freedom, mastery and authenticity, and takes the existing Wrangler formula to the next level with new conveniences     Available MyGIG™ Multimedia Infotainment System with navigation, six-disc stereo, MP3 player and SIRIUS Satellite Radio provide the latest interior conveniences     Power windows and door locks are available – a Wrangler first – and are designed so that doors may be easily removedMODEL LINEUP2008 Wrangler Unlimited XStandard Features     3.8-liter V-6 engine     Sunrider® soft top     ESP     60/40 split-folding rear seat     Air conditioning     Variable intermittent wipers     Tilt steering column     AM-FM CD MP3 radio with six speakers     Cloth seats with driver height adjustment     Four-wheel-disc brakes     Fuel tank skid plate     Transfer case skid plate (four-wheel-drive model)     Command-Trac® shift-on-the-fly transfer case     3.21 axle ratio     Dana 44 rear axle     Full metal doors     Sentry Key® engine immobilizer     Full-size matching spare tire     16-inch steel wheels     TPMOptional Equipment     Air conditioning     Power windows and locks, remote keyless entry and security alarm     Half-metal doors with locks     3.73 rear axle ratio     Electronic-disconnecting front stabilizer bar and electronic rear locker     Freedom Top™     Dual top group     Tow hooks     Fog lamps     Leather-wrapped steering wheel with speed controls     Trac-Lok® rear anti-spin differential     Trailer Tow Group     17-inch aluminum wheels     Six-disc CD player     Seat-mounted side air bags     SIRIUS Satellite Radio     368-watt, seven-speaker Infinity® sound system with subwoofer     Tubular side steps2008 Wrangler Unlimited SaharaIn addition to Wrangler Unlimited X standard features:Standard Features     Power windows and locks, remote keyless entry and security alarm     Premium cloth seats with YES Essentials® stain resistant, odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric     Temperature and compass gauge     368-watt, seven-speaker Infinity® sound system with subwoofer     Leather-wrapped steering wheel with speed controls     Full-metal doors with roll-up windows     Front and rear floor mats     Deep-tint sunscreen glass     Body-color fender flares     Bright interior accents     Bright bumper overlays     Fog lamps     Tow hooks     18-inch aluminum wheels     Tubular side stepsOptional Equipment     3.73 axle ratio     Freedom Top™     Trac-Lok anti-spin rear differential     Trailer tow group     Seat-mounted side air bags     Dual-top group     SIRIUS Satellite Radio     Six-disc CD player     MyGIG™ Multimedia Infotainment System with navigation     Remote start2008 Wrangler Unlimited RubiconIn addition to Wrangler Unlimited Sahara:Standard Features     Electronic-disconnecting front stabilizer bar – Active Sway Bar System     Rock-Trac® transfer case with 4:1 low range     Next-generation, heavy duty Dana 44 front axle     Tru-Lok® electronic locking front and rear differentials     4.10 axle ratio     17-inch machined aluminum wheels     32-inch BF Goodrich tires     Rock rails     Accent-color fender flaresOptional Equipment     Power windows and locks, remote keyless entry and security alarm     Deep-tint sunscreen glass     Half-metal doors with locks     Freedom Top™     Dual top group     Six-disc CD player     Trailer tow group     Front seat-mounted side air bags     SIRIUS Satellite Radio     MyGIG™ Multimedia Infotainment System with navigation     Remote startSAFETY AND SECURITY FEATURESPlease refer to the Safety Glossary for descriptions of the following features:     Advanced Multi-stage air bags     Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)     All-speed Traction Control     BeltAlert     Brake Assist     Brake/Park Interlock     Brake Traction Control System (BTCS)     Child protection Rear Door Locks     Constant Force Retractors (CFR)     Crumple Zones     Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)     Electronic Stability Program (ESP)     Energy-absorbing Steering Column     Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS)     Height-adjustable Seat Belts     HomeLink® Universal Home Security System Transceiver     Interior Head-impact Protection     Knee Bolsters     LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)     Remote Keyless Entry     Seat Belt Pretensioners     Seat-mounted Side Air Bags     Security Alarm     Sentry Key® Engine Immobilizer     Side Occupant Protection System     Side-impact Door Beams     Supplemental Side Air Bags     Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system     UConnect® Hands-free Communication SystemCOLOR AVAILABILITY     Detonator Yellow (Wrangler X and Rubicon)     Black     Bright Silver     Flame Red (Wrangler X and Rubicon)     Jeep Green     Red Rock     Rescue Green     Steel Blue     Bright White (Wrangler X and Rubicon)MANUFACTURING INFORMATION     2008 model year production start: July 2007     Production location: Toledo Supplier Park in Toledo, Ohio     3.8-liter V-6 engine: Trenton Engine Plant in Trenton, Mich.     Four-speed automatic transmission: Kokomo Transmission Plant in Kokomo, Ind.     Six-speed manual transmission: Sao Bernardo do Campo plant in Sao Paulo, BrazilMARKET POSITIONBorn from Wrangler, the Jeep brand icon and ultimate 4x4, the Wrangler Unlimited is for those who want four-door versatility with the capability, fun and freedom found only in a Wrangler.DEMOGRAPHICS     Gender: 60 percent male/40 percent female     Median Age: 45     Median Annual Household Income: $75,000     Household: 70 percent marriedMARKET ADVANTAGESEven more Jeep: Four-door versatility with the capability, fun and freedom found only in a Wrangler     Only true 4x4 convertible available on the market     Room for five passengers – a Wrangler first – including a rear-seat package and storage capacity competitive with mid-size SUVs     Maintains Jeep Wrangler two-door’s best-in-class off-road capability with similar approach angle (44.6 degrees vs. 44.3), departure angle (40.5 degrees vs. 40.4) and ground clearance (0.7 inches more than previous-generation model)     True to Jeep heritage: with traditional functional attributes and refined yet not-afraid-to-get-dirty appearance (top off, doors off, solid axles, folding windshield and washable interior with drain plugs)     Rugged Jeep character with new convenience featuresPRODUCT CHRONOLOGY2007 Model Year    All-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited comes in three four-door model offerings: Wrangler Unlimited X, Wrangler Unlimited Sahara, Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon    Jeep-signature design cues include hallmark seven-slot grille, round headlamps and an upright rectangular windshield    Only four-door convertible on the market features Jeep’s all-new, three-piece Freedom Top™ and the innovative Sunrider™ soft top    Up to three skid plates protecting fuel tank, transfer case and automatic transmission oil pan    Five-passenger seating includes 56.7 inches of rear seat hip room, 37.2 inches of rear seat leg room    All-new instrument panel, center stack and high-back front bucket seats    46.4 cu. ft. behind second-row seat    83 cu. ft. with second-row seats folded flat -- more cargo space than 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2006 Hummer H3, 2006 Nissan Xterra    102.9 cu. Ft. of total interior space    Standard 60/40-split fold-flat rear seat    Available power windows and door locks with remote keyless entry    Available full-screen navigation system, MP3 capability and SIRIUS Satellite Radio    New 3.8-liter V-6 engine delivers 205 horsepower and 240 lb.-ft. of torque    Available with six-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmissions    All-new 100 percent more rigid frame in bending stiffness    Five-link coil suspension with new upper and lower control arms and full-width forged-steel track bars    Lower suspension spring rates provide a softer, more comfortable on-road ride    Features a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs. and an optional towing package that includes a 4.10 axle ratio, class III trailer hitch and two front tow hooks    Standard on the 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X model: low-pressure twin-tube shock absorbers tuned to match softer coil rates, achieving optimum balance between advanced on-road handling and rugged off-road capability    Unlimited Sahara and Rubicon models feature standard high-pressure monotube shocks, utilizing Low Speed Tunable (LST) valve technology    Enhanced Dana front and rear solid axles    Available next-generation Command-Trac® and Rock-Trac™ transfer cases    New electric axle lockers, and electronic-disconnecting front sway bar    Best-in-class ground clearance, approach and departure angles    116-inch wheelbase    Advanced shock tuning    New cross-car steering linkage    Advanced Multi-stage Air Bag System inflates with a force appropriate to the severity of an impact and includes the Occupant Classification System (OCS)    Optional seat-mounted side air bags    Brake Assist senses a panic brake condition and applies maximum braking power    Electronic Stability Program (ESP) aids driver in maintaining vehicle directional stability, providing oversteer and understeer control to maintain vehicle behavior on various road surfaces    Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) observes and monitors the vehicle roll attitude and lateral force to estimate the potential for a rollover situation2006 Model Year     Paint: Solar Yellow replaces Electric Lime Green    Paint: Midnight Blue replaces Patriot Blue2005 Model Year     Premium version of Unlimited introduced    Rubicon Unlimited introduced    New six-speed manual transmission replaces five-speed manual    Seven-speaker system made standard on Unlimited Premium and Rubicon    Six-disc in-dash CD changer optional on all Unlimited models (late availability)    Four-wheel disc brakes made standard on Unlimited    Trac-Lok differential made standard on Unlimited    Tru-Lok differentials standard on Rubicon Unlimited    New Premium Audio Group (six-disc in-dash CD changer and seven-speaker system)    New Security Group (electrochromic rearview mirror and Sentry Key® engine immobilizer) optional (included with Unlimited Premium)2004 Model Year     Long-wheelbase version of Wrangler introduced as Wrangler Unlimited    4.0-liter Power Tech I-6 engine    Four-speed automatic transmission    Power steering    Four-wheel disc brakes    Trac-Lok limited-slip differential    Dana 30 front axle    Dana 44 heavy-duty rear axle    High-pressure gas-charged shock absorbers    Full-steel doors with deep tinted windows    Padded sport bar    15-inch x 8-inch Ravine aluminum wheels    30-inch x 9.5-inch R15 Goodyear Wrangler OWL tires    SunRider™ soft top with sun roof feature    Fog lamps    Air conditioning    AM/FM stereo radio with CD player    Cloth high-back bucket seats    Fold-and-tumble rear seat    Front and rear floor mats    NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) Package    Rear seat, wheelhouse and cargo area carpeting    Next-generation air bags