2018 Jeep Wrangler Poses For Some Spy Photography

Patrick Hoffstetter
by Patrick Hoffstetter

The arrival of a new Jeep Wrangler is always something to get excited about, and today we have the special treat of seeing the newest iteration of the off-roader before its official debut sometime next year.

Granted, this Wrangler prototype is still shrouded by camo, but seeing its new angles and dimensions is handy.

As with all Wranglers, changes in design are more evolutionary than anything that happened in 1773. The windshield has more rake for better aerodynamics and fuel economy. Combine that with a new roof, mirrors, and LED lighting to modernize the look, and you get an idea of where Jeep is headed.

Buzz will always surround the lead-up to the unveiling of a new Wrangler, but the discussion this time surrounds possible power plants that could end up living beneath its strapped-down hood. Rumors of a turbo four-cylinder, diesel, and even a hybrid have been floating around. While I don’t understand the idea of a hybrid off-roader, I would love to give it a go.

Rock crawlin’ enthusiasts will be pleased the Jeep appears not to have independent front suspension; keep that for the Cherokee.

Our friends at Off-Road.com has a full gallery of photos for your perusal.

Patrick Hoffstetter
Patrick Hoffstetter

Automotive writer based in Austin, TX.

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  • Sector 5 Sector 5 on May 18, 2016

    Wonder if it'll make it in time for the next dinosaur flick?

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    • NoGoYo NoGoYo on May 18, 2016

      @28-Cars-Later Jurassic World 2 is coming out Summer 2017 I think so FCA could send in some early production examples like M-B did with the ML320s in Lost World.

  • Kmars2009 Kmars2009 on May 18, 2016

    Meh!

  • Karonetwentyc Karonetwentyc on May 19, 2016

    Solid axles? Excellent. Possible diesel? Even better. But until the Wrangler has a 2-door, medium-wheelbase variant a la the CJ-6, CJ-8, and TJ Unlimited, I'm not interested. Here's the problem: the 2-door is a useful size, but has no cargo space unless the rear seat is removed. The 4-door is much better in this regard, but is too long to turn around on some trails. There needs to be a good in-between option that doesn't involve finding a decent XJ, because those are thin on the ground these days.

  • Laserwizard Laserwizard on May 19, 2016

    Jeep has proved that you can sell ugly as long as it has Jeep on it. Several small jeeps cause visual rabies, but people buy the garbage. This thing looks like it is going to be another Jeep dog pile.

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