Up next RESEARCHING SOOT-FREE DIESEL ENGINES Published on December 31, 2019 Author Adam Blattenberg Tags 4x4 diesel trucks, Automobile Magazine, diesel engine, Diesel Exhaust, Diesel Jeep, diesel performance, diesel pickup trucks, diesel trucks, ecodiesel, fca, jeep, Jeep Wrangler, Truck Magazine, Share article Facebook 0 Twitter 0 Mail 0 THE NEW 2020 JEEP WRANGLER Big Companies Making The Diesel Switch An American icon has now made the switch to a diesel engine. One of the most recognizable cars on the road, it’s the Jeep Wrangler. Classically known for being the medium of transportation for rugged explorers, college girls, and military enthusiasts, it has now become accepted with open arms by the diesel community. This a surprising change but overall, a good one. Increased efficiency, sturdier parts, and increased power potential are just a few of the pros resulting from Jeeps new conversion. While this is temporarily good news, it’s also signs that Jeep will begin making it’s way to more environmentally-friendly models. Their next will be converting most of their vehicles to electric and other hybrids. Rolling shot of the 2020 Jeep Wrangler EcoDiesel What are the specifications, you ask? Well, Jeep decided to make their new Wrangler contain a third-generation turbocharged 3.0-liter diesel V-6 produced by Italian VM Motori. The newly added turbo-diesel component is borrowed from the 2020 Dodge Ram 1500. FCA made a smart decision crossing over engine components across its manufacturers, as the diesel engine does win the battle of efficiency, reliability, and convenience. Historically, Jeeps were produced with diesel engines, so the conversion isn’t as mind-blowing as some make it out to be. For those begging to know the statistics, Jeep’s new diesel Wrangler can produce almost 300 horsepower and 442 lb-ft of torque. To quiet the clanking of the diesel engine, sound-dampening materials were used in the frame, however, as with most diesel engines, the turbo spools are very in-fact audible. Here’s a look at what the diesel Wrangler is packing All the talk about the new diesel engine and its numbers regarding efficiency simply cannot be ignored. The new EcoDiesel Wrangler puts out almost 30 miles to the gallon, a dramatic increase compared to previous models’ capabilities. The engines are surely excellent, however, they come at an elevated price. The engine is a $4,000 add-on combined with the required $2,000 upgrade for the eight-speed automatic transmission. Overall, the new Jeep Wranglers cost around sixty thousand with the majority of upgrades. Also, the new diesel Wrangler weighs a hefty 4,800 lbs, however, it still fulfills all the purposes that traditional Jeeps do so well.Subscribe Our Weekly Newsletter Photo Credits “Rolling Shot of The 2020 Jeep Wrangler EcoDiesel” Photo by Jessica Lynn Walker from Car and Driver “Cover Image of EcoDiesel Badge” Photo by Jessica Lynn Walker from Car and Driver “Here’s a look at what the diesel Wrangler is packing” Photo by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Total 0 Shares Share 0 Tweet 0 Pin it 0 Share 0
The World’s Quickest 7.3L-Powered Truck 101-PSI Boost, 1,700HP, and 4-Second Eighth Miles: Inside a Wicked-Fast Pro Mod OBS Ford How exactly does a 351ci Windsor-powered farm truck end up being the fastest […] Mike McGlothlin April 15, 2020 Diesel Trucks Ford
When Jeep Went Diesel The 1961-68 Jeep CJ-5 Perkins Diesels In 1960, if you were on of the very few Americans who wanted a diesel in a car, light […] Jim Allen July 26, 2021 Diesel Engines Diesel Tractors Diesel Trucks Vintage Diesels
Mad Shop Truck: Revmax's 1,300-HP Cummins Dodge When the team at RevMax set out to research and develop their 68RFE transmission line they purchased this well-worn 2WD 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 from […] Chris Tobin August 09, 2023 Diesel Trucks Dodge
Silvan Squires: Budget-Powered Diesel Revamp of a Shell Rotella Truck Sometimes you gotta do it yourself This month’s Shell Rotella Truck Of The Month winner is Silvan Squires. Silvan hails from Utah, a land of […] SILVAN SQUIRES February 16, 2024 Diesel Engines Diesel Trucks FEATURES Ford