Easter Jeep Safari is one of the largest off-road rallies in the world organized by the Red Rock 4-Wheelers club in Moab. The 2023 edition will take place from April 1 to April 9, and the brand will show good results. 7 new concepts they are all fully functional as they will also be used for some demos. Of these, 3 have a plug-in transmission, and one is fully electric.
These are concepts that will never show up in dealerships, but some of them are made using the many original accessories available for Jeeps.
Let’s start with a concept build based on the Grand Wagoneer, which is currently not for sale in Europe. The car has been tuned to meet the needs of outdoor enthusiasts. appearance has been revised with the introduction of new headlights both at the front and on the roof to improve visibility off-road and at night. Jeep then increased the car’s ground clearance and introduced large wheel arches.
The concept can count on special 35-inch tires. The second and third row seats have been removed from the cabin. On the other hand, a folding tent was placed on the roof, inside of which there is room for a double mattress 1.8 meters long.
More than a concept, it’s a restomod. on a 1978 Cherokee SJ which has been integrated Wrangler Rubicon 4xe plug-in hybrid powertrain. Thus, we are talking about a 2-liter 4-cylinder turbo engine combined with 2 electric units with a total output of 380 hp.
Other elements such as bumpers are also taken from the Wrangler. On the other hand, the livery is an exact reference to the livery of the 1978 model. This car has also been modified with special 37″ off-road tires.
This concept begins with Wrangler Rubicon 392 to take it to the extreme. The design has been thoroughly redesigned. The doors were removed and carbon fiber was widely used to limit weight. Mudguards have become much wider, and new air suspensions have been adopted, thanks to which it is possible to change the height from the ground if necessary.
We also find 40″ off-road tires on 20″ rims. Everyone knows the engine 6.4L V8 Hemi.
Jeep has also unveiled the latest evolution of its electric SUV, which will debut in 2021. Compared to the past, the driver will now be able to change the available power from 285 to 650 hp. as needed. The maximum torque reaches 1220 Nm and new driving modes have been introduced. There battery 70 kWh and a 6-speed manual transmission and traditional all-wheel drive are always available to offer a “classic” driving experience that off-road enthusiasts are sure to enjoy.
Version 3.0 introduced several small design innovations and a new look for the interior.
The basis is that Jeep Gladiator with 3.6 V6 petrol engine. The exterior has been carefully modified to improve its off-road capability. In addition to the special Solar Flash Yellow paint job, we find additional LED roof lights and a carbon fiber rear roll bar.
The concept can also rely on Bilstein suspensions for increased ground clearance and special 37-inch BF Goodrich tires.
This concept is widely used Accessories for Jeep Performance. Built for outdoor adventures, it features, among other things, additional LED lights mounted on the windshield, new mudguards and a new grille guard. The door panels were also removed.
The interior has also been upgraded with various accessories to increase storage space.
This is a Wrangler concept characterized by the presence of a special color “Tuscadero” can be seen in a special limited edition 2021. This special color can also be found in some interior details. The concept is also distinguished by the presence of 37-inch tires and air suspension, which allows you to raise the ground clearance if necessary.
Source: HD Motori
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