Fiat Chrysler Mobiles, or FCA, is one of the largest car manufacturers in the world. Currently, it owns Ram Trucks, Lancia, Maserati, Fiat, Dodge, Alfa Romeo, and Abarth.
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And of course, FCA also owns the Jeep brand. Note also that FCA is operating in four major global markets; North America, Latin America, the Asia Pacific, which includes the Philippines, and the European-Middle East region.
Despite this, FCA’s sales since 2019, has been experiencing a sales slump.
GAC-FCA to import Jeep vehicles to the Philippines
Amid the said sales slump, FCA, together with its Chinese partner, GAC Motor Co., had begun exporting Jeep vehicles to the Philippines since January 17, 2020.
This venture excludes the Jeep Wrangler, and only involves the Cherokee, Compass, Grand Cherokee, and Renegade.
To this end, we can assume that the Jeep Wrangler currently being imported into the country is still sourced from the Toledo South Assembly Plant in Ohio.
The Jeep Wrangler will still be sourced from the USA
As for the GAC-FCA sourced vehicles, these will be built in plants located in Changsha and Guangzhou. The importation of Jeep Philippines from the GAC-FCA joint venture also improves the utilization of the company’s factory capacity.
As of March 31, the joint venture already delivered a total of 527 Compass and Renegade units to the Philippines, according to a report by Reuters.
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The GAC-FCA partnership
The GAC-FCA Co., Ltd. is a 50:50 joint venture between Fiat Chrysler and the GAC Group headquartered in Changsha China. Founded in 2010, this company now has two factories with total annual manufacturing capacity for 328,000 units.
These include four Jeep models: the Compass, the Renegade, the Grand Cherokee (a.k.a. the Grand Commander), and the Cherokee.
Recently, the FCA also bailed owned this joint venture with a 1-billion Yuan loan
GAC-FCA’s main product is locally made, except the Wrangler which the company still imports for the Chinese market. After production peaked at 222,337 back in 2017, the company’s sales have been stuck in a downtrend.
For the first quarter of 2019, GAC-FCA products have gone down by 66 percent. This is according to data released by GAC, a state-owned company and the FCA’s partner in the aforementioned joint venture.
Last year, sales for the joint venture went down 41 percent.
The smallest Jeep; the Renegade, is one of the vehicles Jeep PH is importing from China
Will these expansions in exports save the GAC-FCA joint venture? Will it mean more Jeep products and possibly even cheaper Jeep models here in the Philippines? Maybe, maybe not.
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Know more about Jeep Wrangler 2024
The Jeep Wrangler 2024 is an off-roader SUV that is considered one of the most iconic in its market, with the 2-door as a compact SUV and the 4-door as a midsize. Jeep Philippines is offering this model with three variants. These are the Unlimited Sahara, Rubicon, and Unlimited Rubicon priced at Php 5,090,000, Php 5,690,000, and Php 5,690,000 respectively.
Powering the Wrangler is a 2.0-liter inline-4 DOHC DI Turbo Engine with an Electronic Start Stop (ESS) function, making 268 hp and 400 Nm of torque. An 8-speed automatic transmission is connected to the engine as standard.
Dimensions-wise, the Wrangler is 4,785 mm long, 1,874.52 mm wide, and 1,869 mm high. This American SUV is competing against the likes of the Land Rover Defender and Toyota FJ Cruiser in the local market.
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Jeep Wrangler Launch
The Jeep Wrangler was formally unveiled at the 1986 Chicago Auto Show as a replacement for the Jeep CJ series. The second-generation model was launched in 1996 complete with tweaks such as rounder headlights and is now powered by a 4.0-liter engine.
In 2006, its third generation was developed and released under German multinational automotive giant, Daimler AG.
Locally, its fourth generation was launched at the 2019 Manila International Auto Show.
Jeep Wrangler Exterior
The Rubicon variants share the same dimensions of 4,683mm long, 1,872mm wide, and 1,800mm tall while the standard model measures 4,237mm x 1,877mm x 1869mm. The Unlimited Sports version is the most muscled, flaunting a bigger body measuring 4,785mm tall, 1,877 mm wide, and 1,869mm tall.
Its front features the iconic seven-slot grille paired with automatic headlamps and fog lamps. Its body is well-equipped with details such as two or four full metal and removable doors, diamond-patterned side steps, premium sunrider (soft or hard top depending on the variant), heavy-duty rock rails, deep-tinted rear and quarter glass, accent-colored fender flares, more. Supporting this renowned off-roader is a set of 16-inch to 18-inch aluminum wheels.
Jeep Wrangler Interior
Its roomy cabin can comfortably accommodate five fully grown adults. Some highlights include the leather-trimmed, heated front seats, foldable and removable rear bench seats with a head restraint, leather-covered steering wheel with speed control, automatic air conditioning control system, removable ashtray slots with lighter, and many more.
Technology & Safety Features
It is fitted with the company’s fourth-generation Uconnect system that provides entertainment, navigation, and other essential features for a convenient ride.
In terms of safety, it comes with a generous number of airbags, electronic stability control, traction control, hydraulic assist brake, hill descent control, hill start assist, and antitheft engine immobilizer.
Platform & Chassis
This rugged vehicle is built using high-strength steel guaranteed to protect its rider during sudden impact.
Also, it is affixed with a performance suspension system that comes with tunable valves and high-pressure monotube shocks that provide a smooth cruise anywhere.
Engine & Drivetrain
The Sport models run using a 2.0 Direct Injection Turbo engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Rubicon variants also run using the said motor but it can also be availed with a 3.6-liter V6 engine matched with an automatic transmission.
One can say that the Jeep Wrangler 2024 Philippines is the most stylish-looking model in its segment thanks to its classic design elements. But it is priced around the P4-million mark, which is twice that of Toyota's off-roader, the FJ Cruiser 2024 Philippines.
Available colors for the Jeep Wrangler Philippines are Billet Silver Metallic, Bright White, Pitch Black, Granite Crystal Metallic, Hellayela, Hydro Blue, Firecracker, and Sting-Gray.
Jeep Wrangler 2024 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2.0 4x4 | ₱5,090,000 |
| Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 2.0 4x4 | ₱5,290,000 |
| Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 2.0 4x4 | ₱5,690,000 |
Jeep Wrangler Pros & Cons
Pros
- Timeless design
- Off-road monster
- Interior theme matches exterior
Cons
- Relatively expensive
- Ride comfort can be improved
- Not the most ideal daily driver
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