Rubicon returns

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The Jeep Wrangler lineup expands with the arrival of the 2025 2.0- litre JL Wrangler Rubicon.
It joins the already popular 2.0-litre Wrangler Overland.
“The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon has always been a symbol of freedom and adventure. As the icon of the Jeep brand, it embodies the ‘go anywhere, do anything’ ethos. Now, with the new 2.0-litre powertrain, we’re giving Kiwis even more ways to conquer off-road trails from mountain passes to coastal adventures,” says Sarah Williams, head of marketing for Jeep NZ.
For 2025, the Wrangler range starts with the Overland at $84,990 while the new Wrangler Rubicon 2.0L begins at $104,990.
 
 
The range features:

• 2.0L Turbo Petrol Engine: Delivering 200kW of power and 400Nm of torque, this engine offers a maintained torque at lower RPM and increased fuel efficiency.
• 12.3-Inch Uconnect 5 Touchscreen: the largest ever display in a Jeep Wrangler, offering wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, multi-device Bluetooth connectivity, and five user profiles including valet mode.
• Safety Features: Including side curtain airbags front and rear, rear seat reminder alerts (4DR), electronic stability control, and more – making the Wrangler not only capable but also secure for every journey.
• Open-Air Freedom: With removable roof panels, the Wrangler offers a driving experience unlike anything else. Whether you’re navigating city streets or remote trails, nothing compares to the feeling of open-sky adventure.
Additional spec for the Rubicon includes:
• Dana solid axles, a two-speed transfer case, four skid plates, and the Rock-Trac® 4x4 System on the Rubicon model with a 4:1 low gear ratio and 77.2:1 crawl ratio.
• Next-Gen HD Dana 44 full-float rear axle that allows for better weight distribution and supports aftermarket tyre upgrades with ease.
• TrailCam off-road camera: a forward-facing camera eliminates blind spots while navigating challenging terrain.
• Rock-Trac 4x4 systems: engineered for real-world use, these systems provide adaptive power distribution and extreme low-speed control over tough terrain.

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