Jeep mulling power top for next Wrangler

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Jeep is hard at work on the next-generation Wrangler, though the truck is still a few years from hitting the trails. The new model will still be aimed at off-roaders, but rumors suggest it will be a little more comfortable than previous versions to appeal to more people.

According to Road and Track, Jeep is developing a power-retractable top as an expensive option for the Wrangler. There is no word if the top in question is a sliding canvas rollback like the ones found on many European vehicles or a full convertible hardtop or softtop, nor do we know whether it would be made available on two- or four-door models. It might be a nice feature for some buyers but would certainly add complexity to a truck already known for its ruggedness. We asked Jeep for confirmation, but Jeep spokesperson Todd Goyer could only remind us that the company "can't comment about future products."

In news that is likely to irk the faithful, R&T reports the next model may also ditch its folding windshield for improved safety and possibly even get rid of its rear-mounted, full-size spare tire. The new Wrangler won't go completely soft, though, and will reportedly still feature removable doors and solid axles.Jeep mulling power top for next Wrangler originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 07 Mar 2014 15:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.



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[Old Dog]

Ok what next for the lazy guy.
!st. it was do away with locking hubs because it was just to much trouble to get out of the jeep to lock or unlock them.
Next it was to much like work to put the Transfer Case in gear so we get a push button that might or might not work.
Now we are so lazy we can't even get out on a nice day and lower the top.

I'll take my old school cj over the new any day.
Sorry but all this new drives me nuts.

 

[mtnwhlr]

They are getting less and less like a real Jeep every year and more like just another SUV

 

[Dan86CJ7]

They are getting less and less like a real Jeep every year and more like just another SUV

been a jeep tech for 15yrs and 100% agree. Was talking about this with a sales guy a few days ago, when he asked if id seen the new Renegade !! t hen asked about the cherokee. just wish they'd stop ruining the great old names.

 

[jdcaples]

You can own a CJ.

You can't own modern Jeep-branded vehicles unless you collect a bunch of special tools and cough up $6k+change for the WiTECH scan tool system and subscribe to Techauthority if old-fashioned know-how fails you.

Car manufacturers would really prefer dealerships sell monthly payments called "lease agreements" than cars; they'd prefer consumers turned the vehicle in at the end of the lease and walk out clutching keys to another monthly payment.

I love my CJ.

-Jon

 

[Old Dog]

just wish they'd stop ruining the great old names.

You got that right, you would think they could come up with something new.