2029 Jeep Wrangler Preview.

The current Jeep Wrangler came out in 2018. Which means a replacement should be on its way. However, its predecessor, the Wrangler JL, was produced for 12 years, from 2006 to 2018. So obviously, Jeep is fine with keeping Wrangler generations for a long, long time.

But there has been rumors about the next generation recently. Apparently, the project is called J70. And could come out as a 2029 model with production starting in 2028. Which means we could see the real thing as early as late next year.

I personally think the current Jeep Wrangler still looks great and there’s no need to rush a new one. Even after all these years. it also sells very well, with over 165,000 units last year alone. For a while, it seemed the new Jeep Recon could steal some of the Wrangler’s sales. The Recon being a much more comfortable car and one that is probably much easier to live with on a daily basis than the Wrangler. However, its crazy high base price of around $65,000 and the end of EV incentives in the US pretty much killed it. Now we hear the Recon will soon be part of Jeep’s European lineup. Which is a good thing since EV sales are booming around the world. Stelantis just needs to price it right too give it a chance.

So far, it seems the next-generation Wrangler could have the “retro/real Jeep-looking” market for itself in a couple of years. At least in the US. A more comfortable, easier to live with Wrangler could be even more popular.

It looks like Stelantis is also looking at a variety of electrified powertrains for the next Wrangler. Which is pretty obvious. It will still be a body-on-frame vehicle, with a choice of new Hybrid powertrains. Of course, the current model was already offered as a PHEV in many markets for years. But that has changed and a PHEV Wrangler is no longer available.

Apparently, the next one could offer a new EREV version. There is also a rumor about a new independent front suspension to improve comfort and inroad driving manners. Although the solid axle might still be around for the most serious off-road versions.

As usual, the Wrangler will still be a Wrangler, which is great. Even if hardcore fans will not accept any changes.

Things do have to change and improve to stay alive…