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New Legend Begins
Jeep's 2007 4-Door Wrangler
First Look - From Jeep
Featuring a one-of-a-kind, four-door open-air design, the all-new 2007
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited expands the Jeep experience to new dimensions.
With room for five adult passengers — a Wrangler first — and the most
cargo space ever offered in a Wrangler, the Unlimited combines
class-leading off-road capability with everyday practicality.
The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited grows to mid-size SUV
proportions, offering even more comfort and space, even more versatility,
even more open-air options, even more off-road capability, even more
on-road refinement, even more convenience and safety features, and even
more power and fuel efficiency.
"Combining four-door convenience with Wrangler's unique open-air design
and unmatched off-road capability, the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler
Unlimited is the only four-door convertible on the market," said George
Murphy, Senior Vice President – Global Brand Marketing, Chrysler Group.
"Wrangler Unlimited expands the Jeep experience and core values — freedom,
adventure, mastery and authenticity — to a broader range of customers who
always wanted a Wrangler, but also more space and versatility."
The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited features a 116-inch wheelbase,
achieved by adding 20.6 inches to the standard all-new 2007 Wrangler's
95.4-inch wheelbase. The additional length allows for a larger rear seat
that features three seating positions, as well as more hip, leg and
shoulder room. In addition, Wrangler Unlimited offers nearly triple the
rear cargo space.
Offered in two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, Jeep Wrangler
Unlimited utilizes the same five-link solid-axle suspension configuration
as the standard 2007 Jeep Wrangler. The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler
Unlimited also retains Wrangler's coveted removable full-framed or half
doors, exposed hinges, fold-down windshield and innovative removable and
convertible tops.

The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited will be offered in three
models: Wrangler Unlimited X, Sahara and Rubicon, and will feature
hundreds of different top, door and windshield combinations. In addition,
nine exterior colors and available 16-, 17-, or 18-inch wheels will be
offered.
Even More Space, Comfort and Versatility
While maintaining its legendary off-road capability, the all-new 2007 Jeep
Wrangler Unlimited features a spacious interior that takes comfort and
convenience to new lengths. Its 102.9 cu. ft. of total interior space
provides room for five adult passengers and delivers more cargo storage
and seating configurations than ever before.
"No other vehicle in the world can replicate the all-new 2007 Jeep
Wrangler Unlimited's unique combination of best-in-class off-road
capability, open-air fun and everyday convenience and versatility," said
Mike Donoughe, Vice President – Body-on-frame Product Team. "Whether it's
used as a daily driver or for extreme rock crawling, Jeep Wrangler
Unlimited has the ability to turn mountains into mole hills, while
comfortably carrying passengers and gear."
Providing easy entry and exit, all four doors on the all-new 2007 Jeep
Wrangler Unlimited are front-hinged, with inside and outside handles, and
windows that travel all the way down. Rear doors feature exposed forged
hinges, open a full 90 degrees, and provide a 26.5-inch wide opening.
The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited offers rear-seat passengers a
33-inch front-to-rear couple distance and 37.2 inches of legroom. Rear
seats split 60/40, and easily fold flat, creating 83 cu. ft. of total
storage volume.
With rear seats in the upright position, Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
features 46.4 cu. ft. of cargo space behind the rear seat, providing more
cargo space than the 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2006 Hummer H3 and 2006
Nissan Xterra. A new lockable underfloor storage area secures personal
items out of sight.
Identical to the standard all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wrangler
Unlimited features an all-new instrument panel, center stack and high-back
front bucket seats. The front-seat area provides 54.6 cu. ft. of space,
providing 5.1 inches more shoulder room and 4.6 inches more hip room
compared to 2006 Jeep Wrangler models.
Even More Open-air Fun for Even More Passengers
An all-new, three-piece modular hardtop — Jeep's Freedom Top
TM — features three removable panels for a variety of
open-air driving configurations. The left- and right-front passenger
panels may be stored inside the vehicle, while the rear section can remain
in place or be removed separately.
"Whether removing one of the Freedom Top
panels or
flipping back the Sunrider soft top, the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler
Unlimited provides owners the flexibility to conveniently experience
open-air driving in less than 30 seconds," said Donoughe.
The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited also features a standard
Sunrider TM soft top, which includes a "sun
roof" feature as well as the full top-down option. This soft top provides
a second open-air option by folding the soft top back completely over the
first- and second-row occupants, creating a 55x60-inch sun roof
opening — an opening 30 inches longer than the standard 2007 Jeep Wrangler
Sunrider top.
Even More Legendary Off-road Capability
Even with the additional 20.6-inch wheelbase length, the all-new 2007 Jeep
Wrangler Unlimited achieves off-road leadership among all SUVs in its
class. Superior ground clearance combined with short front and rear
overhangs enable Jeep Wrangler Unlimited to navigate the most rigorous
off-road trails.
The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited features a best-in-class
approach angle of 44.4 degrees, breakover angle of 20.8 degrees, and
best-in-class 40.5 degree departure angle — all more than worthy of
negotiating extreme obstacles. Additionally, Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
offers an available electronic-disconnecting front stabilizer bar — Active
Sway Bar System (ASBS) — delivering a 28-percent increase in wheel travel.
"A long list of proven 4x4 hardware — essential components among
off-road enthusiasts — underscores the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler
Unlimited's off-road capabilities," said Donoughe. "From beefy axles and
heavy-duty transfer cases with low gear ratios to locking differentials,
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has more mettle than any other vehicle, and more
than enough to conquer a variety of off-road challenges, right out of the
box."
The highly capable underpinnings of Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X and
Sahara models include an enhanced Dana 30 front axle and Dana 44 rear
axle — each featuring larger pinion shafts, pinion bearings and axle
joints for increased durability compared to its predecessor. Engineered to
take on the most demanding trails, the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler
Unlimited Rubicon model features enhanced heavy-duty Dana 44 front and
rear axles, which also feature larger pinion shafts, pinion bearings and
axle joints.
Providing armor for the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's
underbody components are three skid plates — protecting the fuel tank,
transfer case and automatic transmission oil pan. Two-wheel-drive Jeep
Wrangler Unlimited models feature one skid plate to protect the fuel tank.

Four-wheel-drive Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X and Sahara models feature
the second-generation Command-Trac NV241, part-time, two-speed transfer
case, featuring a 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio. An optional Trac-Lok
limited-slip rear differential provides extra torque and grip during
low-traction situations.
The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon model features an
Off-Road Rock-Trac TM NV241 two-speed transfer
case with a 4.0:1 low-range gear ratio, as well as electric front- and
rear-axle lockers, Active Sway Bar System and 32-inch B.F. Goodrich
Off-road tires.
Even More On-road Refinement
The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited features an even more refined
on-road experience courtesy of its 116-inch wheelbase, all-new 100-percent
stiffer frame, 50-percent stiffer body and refined five-link coil
suspension. In addition, new steering and suspension geometry provides
precise ride and handling characteristics, while new sound-deadening
techniques reduce cabin noise by more than 20 percent.
Ride balance in the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited achieves
minimal body lean when cornering and braking due to the five-link coil
suspension's new upper and lower control arms and full-width forged-steel
track bars. Also, lower suspension spring rates provide a softer, more
comfortable on-road ride.
Standard on the 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X model, low-pressure
twin-tube shock absorbers are tuned to match softer coil rates, achieving
optimum balance between advanced on-road handling and rugged off-road
capability. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara and Rubicon models feature
standard high-pressure monotube shocks, utilizing Low Speed Tunable (LST)
valve technology.
The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's new recirculating-ball
steering configuration features a robust cross-car steering linkage
system, providing the stiffest possible steering linkage in a solid-axle
vehicle. A decreased scrub radius significantly reduces steering wheel
inputs, such as bump steer from uneven road surfaces.
Standard on the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is an Electronic
Stability Program (ESP), which aids the driver in maintaining vehicle
directional stability in severe driving maneuvers on any type of surface.
ESP features three modes — "full on," "full off" and "partial on."
Even More Powerful and Fuel-efficient Engine
New on all 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited models is a 3.8-liter overhead
valve V-6 engine, with 205 horsepower and 240 lb.-ft. of
torque — producing more horsepower and torque than its predecessor with
improved fuel economy. A standard six-speed manual transmission or an
available four-speed automatic transmission is offered.
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited features a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs. and an
optional towing package that includes a 4.10 axle ratio, class III trailer
hitch and two front tow hooks.
For key diesel markets outside North America, a diesel engine will also
be available — for the first time in a Jeep Wrangler — with a five-speed
manual transmission.
Even More Authentic Jeep Design
The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited takes on a radical four-door
open-air design with Jeep-signature design cues — classic round headlamps,
seven-slot grille, trapezoidal wheel flares and exposed forged hinges
merged with Wrangler Unlimited's longer wheelbase, front-hinged rear
doors, exposed B-pillar and larger sport bar — creating a stance that
commands attention like no other Wrangler in its 65-year history.
"The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited extends Jeep design cues into
a four-door, open-air form that is unmistakably Jeep Wrangler and
unmistakably new," said Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President – Design. "The
Wrangler Unlimited's appearance is simple and pure, yet signals a new
design approach to this familiar icon. Every angle reflects its boldly
expanded posture and adventurous spirit, constructed in a head-turning
silhouette that is authentic Jeep."
Several Jeep concept vehicles — the 1997 Jeep Dakar, 2004 Jeep Rescue
and 2005 Jeep Gladiator — that explored the combination of added space and
utility with Wrangler's rugged off-road character, inspired the all-new
2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's design.
The
all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's 20.6-inch longer wheelbase with
full-framed or half rear doors is encompassed by taut lines, sharp angles
and planar surfaces, appearing not so much styled as constructed. The
result is a design that is simple, strong and purpose-built, giving
Wrangler Unlimited a military quality — upright and rugged, and imposing
without being intimidating.
The interior design of the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited draws
from the exterior, with a straightforward, purposeful, yet contemporary
theme that delivers a new level of comfort, spaciousness and convenience.
Featuring a Slate Gray or Khaki interior, the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler
Unlimited utilizes new grain patterns delivering a technical appearance
with geometric themes, complementing its rugged exterior.
The instrument panel features an all-new analog instrument cluster,
four round airflow registers, six speakers and a 32-percent-larger locking
glove box. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's tweeter speakers are located on top
of the instrument panel and face each opposing occupant for optimal left-
and right-channel clarity.
The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's center stack provides
easy-to-reach controls for audio system, HVAC, power window and Electronic
Stability Program (ESP) switches. An available 368-watt Alpine stereo with
optional navigation system is located at the top of the center stack for
better visibility. Radios feature an auxiliary jack for portable MP3
compatibility.
Offering easy-to-use, comprehensive driving directions, Jeep Wrangler
Unlimited's available navigation system provides real-time guidance on
local, city and highway roads throughout the United States and Canada. In
addition, a trail feature leaves behind a virtual breadcrumb trail that
shows where the vehicle has driven off-road, enabling the driver to
retrace the route and return to the trailhead.
Even More Safety and Security Features
Like all Jeep vehicles, the all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is
designed to improve handling and accident avoidance, and provide
protection. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited includes the highest level of safety
features ever offered in the vehicle's history in order to provide
customers the ability to safely "go anywhere, do anything."
Following are available safety and security features in the all-new
2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited:
- Advanced Multi-stage Air Bag System: This system inflates with a
force appropriate to the severity of an impact. It includes the occupant
classification system (OCS)
- Anti-lock-braking System: Electronic sensors help detect impending
wheel lockup. The standard ABS system offers improved steering control
under extreme braking and/or slippery conditions
- Brake Assist: The vehicle senses a panic brake condition and applies
maximum braking power, providing the shortest possible stopping distance
- Child Seat Anchor System: Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
(LATCH) make it easier to install compatible aftermarket child seats in
the rear seat
- Electronic Roll Mitigation: A system that observes and monitors the
vehicle speed and steering rate to estimate the potential for a rollover
situation. If necessary, the engine torque is reduced and a short burst
of full braking is applied to the appropriate wheel to immediately limit
lateral force, providing improved roll stability
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP): ESP aids the driver in
maintaining vehicle directional stability, providing oversteer and
understeer control to maintain vehicle behavior on various road
surfaces. This standard feature has three settings, allowing the driver
more control over the vehicle during spirited driving
- Energy-absorbing Steering Column: Manual-adjust collapsing steering
column includes two hydroformed coaxial tubes that move relative to each
other, which allows the column to move forward and provide more energy
absorption during an impact
- Occupant Classification System (OCS): Measures conditions for
activation or deactivation of the passenger-side front air bag based
upon the weight of the occupant
- Pretensioners: During an impact, the impact sensors initiate front
seat belt pretensioners to immediately remove slack from seat belts,
which reduces the forward movement of the occupant's head and torso
- Seat-mounted Side Air Bags: Available seat-mounted side air bags
extend protection to driver and front passenger
- Side-impact Door Beams: Door beams are made of high-strength steel
mounted in the vehicle's doors to help prevent passenger compartment
intrusion
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