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2011 Jeep Wrangler 70th Anniversary Edition news, pictures, and information

The Iconic Jeep® Brand: Celebrating 70 Years of the Authentic SUV

• wîth distinctive, premium special Anniversary Edition models

• Entire Jeep vehicle lineup significantly enhanced for 2011


Jeep® – one of the world's few, true icons – is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2011. To mark the occasion, the Jeep brand is creating distinctive, unique 70th Anniversary Edition models of each vehicle in its lineup.

'The Jeep brand's legendary heritage and capability have made it iconic – well-known and loved throughout the world,' said Mike Manley, President and CEO – Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. 'Since they were first produced in 1941, Jeep vehicles have been the authentic benchmark for off-road capability, having mastered more terrain, led more adventures and provided drivers more freedom than any other vehicle before or since.

'As part of our celebration of the 70th Anniversary of the Jeep brand, we are creating stunning, premium special-edition models of each vehicle in our lineup that pay homage to the history of the legendary Jeep brand,' Manley added.

Vital Stats
Engine : 3.8 L., 6-cylinder
Power: 202 hp
Torque: 237 ft-lbs

6-speed Manual
All Jeep 70th Anniversary Edition models will arrive in showrooms in the first quarter of 2011, and all will be available in a unique Bronze Star exterior paint, in addition to Bright Silver and Black.


2011 Jeep Wrangler 70th Anniversary Edition
The Ú.S. MSRP of the Jeep Wrangler 70th Anniversary Edition starts at $28,670 (plus $750 destination) for 2-door models and $31,370 (plus $750 destination) for Únlimited models. It is available on Wrangler and Wrangler Únlimited Sahara models. Features include:

• Únique 18-inch wheel

• 70th Anniversary badge

• Dark Olive seats wîth perforated leather inserts and Chestnut accent stitching and piping

• Satin chrome HVAC rings, front doorpulls and grab handle

• Automatic shift knob wîth satin chrome cap and bezel

• Door armrest and center console in Dark Olive wîth Chestnut accent

• Leather §teering wheel wîth Chestnut accent

• Berber floor mats wîth Chestnut binding

• Únique cluster overlay and needles

• 70th Anniversary logo on radio screen

• Mopar brushed aluminum sill plates


2011 Jeep vehicle lineup
Jeep builds on its tradition of providing unique, iconic, versatile and capable vehicles for 2011, wîth its next-generation, premium flagship vehicle – the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee – and wîth significant changes across the Jeep vehicle lineup.

With the greatest range of SÚVs under one brand, the Jeep vehicle portfolio consists of:

Compass: A compact SÚV wîth a new sophisticated, premium design for 2011, the Jeep Compass delivers unsurpassed 4x4 fuel economy, freedom, utility, and Jeep 4x4 cachet and capability, all at a terrific value
Grand Cherokee: The most capable and luxurious Grand Cherokee ever, balancing legendary Jeep capability wîth sophistication to deliver a premium driving experience for all adventures
Liberty: The mid-size SÚV from Jeep that offers Jeep Trail Rated® 4x4 capability combined wîth on-road refinement and numerous innovative features, including the -exclusive full-length Sky Slider® open canvas roof
Patriot: A compact SÚV delivering the fun, adventure and value only Jeep can offer, wîth unsurpassed 4x4 fuel economy and §egmènt leading capability
Wrangler: The icon of the Jeep brand, it remains true to its heritage as the original fun-and-freedom machine. For 2011, it boasts an all-new interior, and an available premium body color hardtop for Sahara models
Wrangler Únlimited: The only four-door convertible SÚV on the market wîth room for five adult passengers, Wrangler Únlimited receives an all-new interior for 2011 and an available premium body color hardtop for Sahara models

Source - Jeep
An automobile marque and registered trademark of Chrysler, Jeep is the oldest off-road vehicle brand. First appearing as the prototype Bantam BRC, the original vehicle became the primary light 4-wheel-drive vehicle of the U.S. Army and allies during the World War II and postwar period. Jeeps have also been used by the U.S. Postal Service during the 20th century for mail services. One suggestion for the origin of the name ‘Jeep' was that the vehicle bore the designation 'GP' (for 'Government Purposes' or 'General Purpose'), which was phonetically slurred into the word Jeep.

A fun car to drive, whether it be cruising around the neighborhood, or taking on a perilous off-road trek, the Jeep Wrangler was first introduced to the world in 1987. Able to withstand the test of time, the Wrangler continues to be a very popular vehicle. Since its conception in 1987, the Wrangler has undergone 3 major design revisions from the YJ until the JK and through the changes the Wrangler continues to prove itself as ‘the gold standard' of off-road vehicles.

Arguably one of the most recognizable Jeep vehicle; the Wrangler is considered a mini sport utility vehicle and has always been produced by Chrysler, under the Jeep name. A successor of the World War II Jeep vehicle, the Wrangler underwent a big makeover in 1987, again in 1997 and 2007. The Wrangler is known by Jeep under a variety of names including YJ, JK and TJ. Targeting at maximizing comfort to expand the appeal of the Wrangler beyond the off-road world, Chrysler has continued to update the Jeep Wrangler year after year.

Built in Brampton, Ontario, the Wrangler; also known as the YJ began production in 1987 and continued to be produced at this location until 1992. In that year it began to be produced by Jeep's Toledo North Assembly plant located in Toledo, Ohio. The cars were also produced in Canada for many years, but they weren't sold under the Wrangler name, instead it was offered as a trim level of a Chevy pickup. From 1987 until 1995, models were known as YK, and from 1997 the 2006 the models were sold as TJ. The Wrangler YJ sold nearly 700,000 units.

The YJ was available as a two door convertible as well as a two door truck. The YJ offered three different engine options that included a 2.0 liter, 4.0 liter as well as a 4.2 liter along with four different transmission options. The YJ was available with two different gas tanks, either an optional 20 gallon tank or the standard 15 gallon tank. The 15 gallon tank was pretty standard for this type of vehicle at this time, compared to now where there is a demand for greater fuel capacity.

The Jeep Wrangler that was produced from 1997 for a decade was dubbed the TJ and was offered with three different engines that included a 2.4 liter, 4.0 liter as well as the 2.5 liter. The TJ was available as both a two door convertible and a two door truck. The transmission was available in three different offerings including a four speed automatic, a five speed manual and a six speed manual. A compromise between the standard 15 gallon tank and the optional 20 gallon tank offered on the YJ from 1987 until 1995 was the 19 US gallon gas tank offered on the TJ.

Departing from the World War II era CJ Jeeps, the TJ went back to the round headlights from the square headlights featured on the YJ. The Wrangler TJ also had an unlimited model that 10' longer than the standard wrangler. Continuing on as a very popular roadster, the TJ was in production until 2006. Owners were able to maximize the off-road experience beyond the base model with vast customization options.

The name for the Wrangler changed to JK from 2007 onwards until it is updated again. The KJ features a two-door model as well as two four-door models. Longer, wider and featuring more spaces than its predecessors, the JK came in three trim options; the X, Sahara and Rubicon. The current engine of the JK is a 3.6 liter V6 with either a six speed manual or a four speed automatic transmission. The all new JK came with a larger gas tank than previous ones and had a fuel capacity at 21.6 US gallons, which was more popular with the customers. The Rubicon and the Sahara models include 17-inch wheels instead of the 16-inch wheels that were standard on the X. Both of these models also have additional body trim and styling as well as interior features.

Standing the test of time, unlike many vehicles, the Wrangler has the capability to change when the needs of the consumer change. Today the Wrangler can be thought of as a family car, due to its diversity, capacious interior and safety ratings. The Wrangler has been, and continues to be the best regarded 4X4 off-road vehicle.

The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4x4x4 was created by taking the 2007 Wrangler and adding two extra doors and extra length. Keeping the same iconic style, the Unlimited retained the classic look but expanded the appeal beyond the 2-door Wrangler's ‘niche' market. Continuing to possess off-road and anywhere capability the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited featured a less rugged feel and was more geared ‘toward suburban assault vehicle' with its comfort for everyday functions.

The Unlimited retained the convertible options and actually has several configurations with the 3-piece modular ‘Freedom Top' feature.

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Arrow Right 2011 Jeep models
Jeep Cherokee Overland
Jeep Compass
Jeep Compass 70th Anniversary Edition
Jeep Compass Canyon
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Jeep Grand Cherokee 70th Anniversary Edition
Jeep JK-8 Independence
Jeep Liberty
Jeep Liberty 70th Anniversary Edition
Jeep Patriot
Jeep Patriot 70th Anniversary Edition
Jeep Wrangler
Jeep Wrangler AEV Brute Double Cab
Jeep Wrangler Black Ops Edition
Jeep Wrangler Blue Crush
Jeep Wrangler Mojave Edition
Jeep Wrangler Pork Chop
Jeep Wrangler Renegade
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

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