This year, the Detroit Big Three have started the "resurrection mode" of nostalgic models.
In the past, Ford resurrected Bronco, the first-generation hardcore SUV player. Now it is the turn of professional SUV manufacturer Jeep to cast a resurrection spell on the "originator of American luxury SUVs".
Yes, it is Jeep Wagoneer.
In front of this "predecessor" model that has been equipped with front-wheel independent suspension, power steering, luxurious leather, solid wood interior and automatic transmission since 1963, such as Lincoln Navigator and Cadillac Escalade The current overlord can only step back a little.
In 1991, Jeep Wagoneer officially ceased production. In 2020, Jeep decided to revive it.
However, the interval is too long. In this regard, Jeep design director Ralph Giller expressed his apology. In an interview after the global debut of the Jeep Grand Wagoneer concept car, he said: "The times were not right at the time."
"If this If this car was born 10 years ago, we would not have such good execution," said Ralph. "Every square centimeter of this car is brand new and luxurious."
Nearly 30 years ago. Over the years, Ralf and his team designed many versions of the Wagney, but they were always delayed by the company. Fortunately, Fiat Chrysler has not completely given up on this flagship SUV.
Jeep brand president Christian Meunier said in an interview with the media: "Wagoni is the right decision not to take the retro route. It would be a mistake to continue the retro style today." He said, "It is in line with the times. The design can allow the vehicle to live for 20 years.”
In addition to the new exterior design, a total of seven infotainment screens are placed in the Grand Wagone’s cabin, all of which are equipped with the latest Uconnect?5 system. The system runs five times faster than current Uconnect? 4 systems.
These screens include: 12.3-inch instrument panel screen, 10.3-inch passenger screen, 12.1-inch central control infotainment screen, 10.3-inch lower central control touch screen, 10.3-inch rear middle screen and two front 10.1-inch screen behind the seats.
In terms of power configuration, Jeep does not skimp on it at all. It is expected to be equipped with two naturally aspirated engines, 3.6L V6 and 5.7L V8, as well as a 3.0L V6 plug-in hybrid model.
In terms of starting price, the Wagoneer is about RMB 410,000, and the Grand Wagoneer will reach six figures, about RMB 680,000. Wagni will be put into production in the second quarter of 2021 and will be launched in overseas markets first in the same year.
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