2017 Jeep Wrangler: Lighter, More Efficient… And Softer?

Lightweight materials, efficient engines and revised transmissions. This is reportedly the recipe that will help the next Jeep Wrangler to compete with regular SUVs.

SUVs? Yes, but not in the interests of softening the Wrangler’s road-going experience. Chrysler’s engineers are focused (almost) entirely on fuel economy.

Due in 2017, the new Wrangler will be facing stricter than ever regulations as part of America’s Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) rules.