Jeep 80th Anniversary Special Editions released
Unique extras for commemorative Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee and Wrangler limited-editionsJeep is celebrating its 80th birthday with the Australian release of three added-value special-editions based on the Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Wrangler.
Arriving in showrooms this month, all three special-editions are based on the top petrol V6-powered four-wheel drive variant of each model, and fitted with a host of unique extras for price premiums starting at around $2000.
All three vehicles come with exclusive 80th Anniversary badging featuring the side profile of the original open-air Willys Jeep, plus Granite Crystal exterior accents and unique alloy wheels.
Inside, there’s black leather upholstery with Light Tungsten accent stitching and an 80th Anniversary seat tag for the front seats and, for the Cherokee and Grand Cherokee, luxury Berber floor mats with 80th Anniversary tags and an 80th Anniversary instrument panel applique.
The same commemorative plaque appears on the console of the Wrangler Unlimited, which also scores an 80th Anniversary swing gate plaque, paying homage to the original Jeep Willys.
The Jeep 80th Anniversary range comes standard with an 8.4-inch Uconnect touch-screen infotainment screen, which greets occupants with ‘Since 1941’ upon engine start-up.
At the same time, Jeep Australia has launched Jeep Wave, a new umbrella term for its improved aftersales care program including a five-year/100,000km factory warranty, capped-price servicing for new vehicles and lifetime roadside assistance when you service with Jeep.
In detail, the 2021 Jeep Cherokee 80th Anniversary Special Edition is limited to 80 units and priced at $51,941 plus on-road costs – $1991 more than the Jeep Cherokee Limited 3.2-litre AWD auto on which it’s based ($49,950 plus ORCs).
It is available in Bright White, Granite Crystal and Diamond Black exterior colours and premium paint costs $695 more.
In addition to those extras listed above, the Cherokee special adds Light Tungsten and Anodized Gun Metal interior accents, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof and a Granite Crystal finish for the 18-inch wheels, rear fascia applique, grille surround, roof rails, exterior mirrors and exterior accents.
Completing the package are a matte-black rear fascia lower valance, black window surrounds and body-colour fascias, wheel-arch flares, sill mouldings and door claddings.
Meantime, the Jeep Grand Cherokee 80th Anniversary Special Edition is limited to 160 units and priced at $66,941 plus ORCs – about $7000 more than the entry-level Grand Cherokee Night Eagle with which it shares its 3.6-litre petrol V6 auto 4x4 powertrain.
Bright White, Granite Crystal, Diamond Black and Slate Blue exterior colours are available and premium paints cost $795 extra.
Unique specs in addition to those mentioned above include a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, Piano Black/Anodized Gun Metal interior accents, dark-lens tail-lights, black roof moulding, dark window surrounds and body-colour front/rear fascias, door handles and body cladding.
Completing the package is a Granite Crustal finish for the 20-inch wheels, exterior mirrors caps, the black grille and the exterior badges and accents.
Finally, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 80th Anniversary Special Edition is also limited to 160 units but priced at $71,941 plus ORCs – $5191 more than the four-door 3.6-litre petrol V6-powered Wrangler Unlimited Overland 4x4 auto on which it’s based ($66,750 plus ORCs).
It is available in Bright White, Granite Crystal, Diamond Black and Sarge Green, and premium paint costs $745 more.
Including those listed above, new standard extras include a Sky-One-Touch Power Top, 18-inch wheels in Granite Crystal, body-colour bumper with Neutral Gray accent, body/accent-colour grille and grey/black Jeep and Trail Rated badges.
“Since 1941, Jeep SUVs have been renowned for their unparalleled off-road capability and freedom,” said Jeep Australia managing director Kevin Flynn.
“Today, the Jeep range continues to drive best-in-class 4x4 leadership, as well as leading safety and convenience features, premium craftsmanship and exceptional on-road dynamics.
“We’re excited to mark eight decades of the Jeep brand with these limited-edition models and give Jeep customers the opportunity to own a piece of history.”
How much do the Jeep 80th Anniversary Special Editions cost?Cherokee – $51,941
Grand Cherokee – $66,941
Wrangler Unlimited – $71,941
* Prices exclude on-road costs
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