The granddaddy SUV brand will celebrate its 65th anniversary with the launch of four all-new models, bringing the Jeep range to seven vehicles--the largest in the nameplate's history--including a reworked version of its iconic Wrangler. "Our customers wanted more. More of everything," say Jeep insiders when asked to describe the philosophy behind the reinvention of the Wrangler. Under the hood is a new 3.8-liter V-6 with 205 horsepower. The wheelbase has been extended 2.0 inches and the track 3.5 to improve ride and handling as well as interior room.The increase in size hasn't hurt the Wrangler's off-road capability: In fact, the 2007 Wrangler boasts approach and departure angles of better than 40 degrees and a ramp-breakover angle of better than 25 degrees.
Top-of-the-range Rubicons boast locking front and rear differentials and a front anti-roll bar that can be decoupled to improve axle articulation. Anti-lock brakes and stability control with rollover-mitigation software are standard, as are power windows and door locks.
Bottom Line: Purists needn't fear the Wrangler is going soft: Quick-change connections mean you can still take the doors off.
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