PA's Top New Jeep Models
Jeep, the specialty automotive manufacturer has a long history of
producing trucks and SUVs capable of off-highway adventures, so
much so that the term jeep is used by many to refer to all SUVs,
whether the vehicle in question is a true Jeep or not. Jeep returns
for 2010 with a lineup of traditional off road capable mud machines to
more refined on road cruisers.
New Jeep Wrangler
The Wrangler is one of the most fun-to-drive, off-road-capable Jeeps
ever made. The Sport trim replaces the X trim for 2010. Electronic
stability control with roll control, traction control, brake assist
and hill hold control are standard on all Wranglers. The Sahara
offers body color flares, Infinity speakers, remote keyless entry,
power window, and security alarm and 18-inch wheels. The Rubicon
features equipment that off-road enthusiasts usually add anyway,
including heavy duty axles, front and rear electronic locking
differentials, 32-inch BF Goodrich mud tires, sway bar disconnect
system, rock rails and a heavy-duty transfer case with 4:1 low-gear
ratio.
New Jeep Compass
The Compass is an affordable compact SUV meant to bring the Jeep
name to a broader range of drivers with car-like on-road capability
and fuel economy. The 2010 Compass is carried over from 2009. Two
trims are available: Sport and Limited, which have a 172-hp
2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and five-speed manual transmission as
standard equipment. A Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is
optional. A 158-hp 2.0L engine, available with the CVT only, is
available on the FWD Sport trim. Standard safety features include
anti-lock brakes with brake assist, electronic stability control
with roll mitigation, traction control and side-curtain air bags.
New Jeep Liberty
The Jeep Liberty offers a good compromise between road-worthiness
and off-highway capability for a compact SUV. The Jeep Liberty is
carried over for 2010. The Liberty is available in two trim levels,
Sport and Limited, each is offered with two-wheel drive or
four-wheel drive systems. The standard powertrain in all Liberty
models is a 210 hp 3.7-liter V6 and a four-speed automatic
transmission. Standard equipment includes SIRIUS satellite radio,
electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes with brake assist,
all-speed traction control, and electronic roll mitigation. The
SkySlider option is a full-length open canvas sunroof that can slide
accordion-style forward, backward or partially opened to any
position in-between. A multimedia infotainment system with
30-gigabyte hard drive and navigation system is available.
New Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Jeep Grand Cherokee retains Jeep' s legendary off-road prowess
while providing many luxurious and technical amenities. For 2010,
the 4.7-liter V8 engine and the Overland trim have been
discontinued. The Grand Cherokee is available in either a two- or
four-wheel drive configuration. The available trims are Laredo,
Limited, and the high performance SRT8. The Laredo and Limited trims
feature a standard 210-hp 3.7-liter V6, and a 5.7-liter V8 Hemi is
optional. The SRT8 trim is powered by a 6.1-liter 420-hp V8. Power
is delivered through a standard five-speed automatic transmission. A
multimedia infotainment system with 30-gigabyte hard drive,
navigation system and UConnect wireless connectivity, is available.