We have seen the emergence of compact SUV's in the automotive world. Nissan has given the Juke and Ford the EcoSport. Back in March, the 2015 Jeep Renegade was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show.
The 2015 Jeep Renegade sits 166.6 long and 71.0 inches wide, a bit big category. Wheelbase is at 101.2 inches, outmatching the Juke and other competitors like Mini's Countryman.
The base Sport model features a 1.4 liter, turbocharged engine that produces 160 HP and 184 pound-feet of torque and is only available in a six-speed manual. Other features include Hill Start Assist, remote keyless entry and 16 inch alloy wheels. The Latitude model will include a leather-wrapped steering wheel, reverse back-up camera, 5-inch display touchscreen radio and front fog lamps.
The Trailhawk version will come with dual-climate control airconditioning, skid plates on the fuel tank and an improved suspension: Chapman struts at the front and MacPherson struts at the rear.The 2.4 liter Tigershark engine produces an output of 184 HP and 177 pound-feet of torque and comes with a nine-speed automatic borrowed from the Cherokee. The Limited model will also feature the same 2.4 Tigershark coupled with the nine-speed transmission, heated partially leathered seats, 7-inch instrument cluster and will sit on 18-inch alloys.
The 2015 Jeep Renegade will also feature the My Sky open-panel roof that can be retracted, removed and can be stored in the height adjustable rear cargo area.
Designers of the new model claim that the new design has been built to reduce drag coefficient. The seven slot front grille has been retained, staying true to Jeep's traditional styling.
The 2015 Jeep Renegade will launch on January 6 and is reported to be available in showrooms in the U.S. shortly after.
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