Wrangler, a recent name.
In 1955, the CJ-5 was launched under the Jeep brand. The image of the car went beyond its utilitarian status to become seen as a leisure vehicle. With the CJ-7, launched in 1967, the Jeep became more civilized thanks to increased dimensions, a longer wheelbase and a few friendly extras.
But it wasn't until 1987 that the name Wrangler was used for the first time and replaced the CJ. Considerably more modern and better equipped, it allowed enthusiasts to use it as their main car while retaining the off-road capacity of its predecessor.
History
1987 marked a revolution. The CJ-7 ceased production and wa replaced by a new model that used the name Wrangler. This first Wrangler, the YJ, shocked purists by abandoning the traditional round headlights for rectangular models. As for the rest, the Wrangler remained rather similar in design to its ancestors.
In 1997:
Jeep had a change of heart and brought back the round headlights on the front grille of the Wrangler. More civilized than ever before, the Wrangler TJ was available with either a four-cylinder or a six-cylinder engine.
In 2007:
The Wrangler JK came as a complete redesign for the 2 and 4 door models with a longer wheelbase. The 4x4 off-road adventure philosophy was slightly put aside in favour of on-road performance which is designed to be closer to a modern SUV. This change didn't go down particularly well with purists.
In 2018:
After years of rumours, Jeep launches the JL, a whole new Wrangler generation. An all new 4-cylinder, 200hp, 2.2l diesel engine replaces the 200hp 2.8l CRD. In terms of looks, the Wrangler features a new style grille.
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Jeep Wrangler JK 2.8 CRD 177 ch
Technical details
Model: Jeep Wrangler JK 2.8 CRD 177 hp
ENGINE:
- 4 cylinders in line (Detroit diesel)
- Bore x Stroke: 94.0 x 100.0 mm
- Displacement: 2777 cm3.
- Compression: 17.5
- Power: 177 hp at 3800 rpm
- Torque: 40.8 m.kg at 2000 rpm.
- Fuel supply: common rail
- Variable geometry turbo + intercooler
- Timing: double overhead camshaft
TRANSMISSION:
- 6-speed gearbox + reduction gear
- Traction control and ESP as standard
STEERING:
- Ball, assisted
BRAKES:
- Hydraulic control
- Ventilated discs at the front and rear
- ABS as standard
SUSPENSION:
- Coil springs and shock absorbers front and rear.
ARTICLES & TUTORIALS
Browse through some of our previous Jeep Wrangler JK articles and tutorials.
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