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Matt Brogan16 Jan 2019
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Jeep Wrangler Australian pricing announced

More expensive new Wrangler to hit Aussie showrooms from just under $50,000

Jeep has today announced Australian pricing for its JL-series Wrangler which will go on sale from April this year.

Starting from $48,950 (plus on-road costs), the all-new off-roader is almost $10,000 dearer than the outgoing entry to the Jeep Wrangler line-up, which currently starts at $38,990 (plus ORCs).

As was the case previously, both two and four-door body-styles will be available.

The Wrangler range now starts with the Sport S in place of the Sport, topped by Overland and Rubicon variants respectively.

The new Wrangler is priced from just under $50K

Highlights of the new Jeep Wrangler range include an increase in towing capacity of 49 per cent on two door models and 20 per cent on four-door models respectively, a 13 per cent improvement in fuel consumption, and the availability of over 70 standard safety features – including autonomous emergency braking on higher-grade models.

In spite of the additions, the Wrangler still managed only a one-star safety rating when tested by EuroNCAP last month.

Off-road ability continues to be a strong point for Wrangler with Jeep’s Selec-Trac 4x4 System available across the board. Top-spec Rubicon models receive Jeep’s hard-core Rock-Trac 4x4 System – as experienced at the international launch drive last year.

The new Jeep Wrangler being tested in Australia

Under the bonnet, the Wrangler continues to offer V6 petrol power courtesy of Jeep’s carryover 3.6-litre Pentastar unit (209kW/347Nm). Diesel power is supplied by Fiat’s 2.2-litre Multijet II engine (146kW/347Nm).

Both powerplants will be paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission as standard and both include idle-stop technology.

Staying on the technology front we find new LED head and tail-lights available on Overland grades or higher, and a choice of 7.0 or 8.4-inch Uconnect infotainment array replete with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

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Finally, more than 130 MOPAR accessories are available for the all-new Wrangler. More details will be announced at the model’s local launch in the coming months.

"The all-new Wrangler may have evolved, but its core DNA remains unchanged, making this the most capable production SUV on the planet," said Jeep Australia’s head of brand, Guillaume Drelon.

"The Jeep Wrangler sets precedence by offering renewed levels of style, advanced technology and safety features while remaining true to its rich heritage.

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"The new JL Wrangler range offers something for everyone; whether customers are looking for the fully-loaded, all-new Sport S, the refined yet rugged Overland model or the Rubicon variant for the ultimate off-roader," Drelon concluded.

All Wrangler models will come with Jeep's five-year warranty and the rugged off-road machine will be joined by a ute sibling, the Jeep Gladiator, in 2020.

There's even talk of a hardcore Ford Ranger Raptor-style 'Hercules' model in the works, as Jeep looks to diversify the all-new Wrangler line-up.

2019 Jeep Wrangler Sport S highlights:

>> 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 petrol engine
>> Eight-speed ZF automatic transmission
>> Select-Trac full-time 4x4 system
>> 17-inch alloy wheels
>> Cloth upholstery
>> Daytime running lights
>> Dusk-sensing headlights
>> Reversing camera and rear parking sensors
>> Keyless ignition
>> Leather-wrapped steering wheel
>> 7.0-inch Uconnect infotainment with eight speakers
>> Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
>> Black Sunrider soft-top roof

2019 Jeep Wrangler Overland highlights:

>> 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 petrol engine
>> Eight-speed ZF automatic transmission
>> Select-Trac full-time 4x4 system
>> 18-inch alloy wheels
>> Leather upholstery
>> Autonomous emergency braking
>> Adaptive cruise control
>> LED headlights, tail-lights and DRLs
>> Remote start
>> 8.4-inch Uconnect Alpine infotainment with nine speakers
>> Satellite navigation
>> Blind-spot monitoring
>> Front parking sensors
>> 230-volt power outlet
>> Body-coloured hard-top roof

2019 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon highlights:

>> 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 petrol engine
>> 2.2-litre Multijet II turbo-diesel engine (optional)
>> Eight-speed ZF automatic transmission
>> Rock-Trac 4x4 system
>> 17-inch alloy wheels
>> 32-inch BF Goodrich off-road tyres
>> Tru-Lock locking front and rear differentials
>> Autonomous emergency braking
>> Adaptive cruise control
>> Front stabiliser bar disconnect
>> Heavy-duty front and rear axles
>> Heavy-duty rock slider
>> LED headlights, tail-lights and DRLs
>> Remote start
>> 8.4-inch Uconnect Alpine infotainment with nine speakers
>> Satellite navigation with off-road pages
>> Blind-spot monitoring
>> 230-volt power outlet
>> Winch-capable front bumper
>> Rubicon bonnet decals
>> Black hard-top roof

How much does the 2019 Jeep Wrangler cost?

>> Wrangler Sport S two-door petrol -- $48,950
>> Wrangler Sport S four-door petrol -- $53,450
>> Wrangler Overland two-door petrol -- $58,450
>> Wrangler Overland four-door petrol -- $62,950
>> Wrangler Rubicon four-door petrol -- $63,950
>> Wrangler Rubicon four-door turbo-diesel -- $68,950

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