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Mopar showcases modified Jeeps in Dubai

Tue, Nov 10 2015 Showing that FCA is serious about expanding its global reach, Jeep and Mopar have rolled in to the Dubai Motor Show this year with three modified off-roaders. One is based on the Cherokee, and the other two are wrought from the Wrangler. But it's the Cherokee that's getting the lion's share of attention.

The vehicle you see pictured here is called the Jeep Cherokee KrawLer. It's based on the Trailhawk, but adopts some special equipment to set it apart. It packs a modified suspension, BFGoodrich off-road tires, widened fenders, skid plates, a pseudo-military matte green paint job and a matching green leather interior from Pelle Frau. Power comes from the 3.2-liter Pentastar V6 driving 272 horsepower through a nine-speed automatic and locking rear differential to all four wheels. The name KrawLer emphasizes the KL code by which the current Cherokee is known.

Alongside the Cherokee KrawLer, Mopar and Jeep are also showcasing a pair of modified Wranglers. One is the Sahara Sun Runner, done up in matte yellow with a four-inch lift kit and half-doors. The Wranger Dark Side, meanwhile, is based on a two-door Rubicon and features giant tires, flat fenders, and an array of other Mopar components.

Alongside those, Jeep is showcasing the Renegade for the first time in the Middle East. Meanwhile, Mopar is also demonstrating its enhancements for the Chrysler 200, Dodge Charger R/T, Dodge Challenger Hellcat, Ram Rebel, Fiat 500X, and the new Fullback pickup from Fiat Professional. The Fiat division will also be on hand to show the new Tipo sedan as well.
10 November 2015
The Jeep® Brand at the 2015 Dubai International Motor Show

- Premiere for the Middle East of the new JeepĀ®; Renegade
- Three show cars fitted with exclusive MoparĀ®; accessories: Cherokee KrawLer, Wrangler Sahara Sun Runner and Wrangler Dark Side to star on the stand
- Reinforcing the breadth of the Jeep brand, the full current vehicle line-up will be on show at the Middle East's leading automotive event

Making its debut for the first time at a leading motor show in the Middle East is the new, recently-introduced JeepĀ®; Renegade, the compact SUV that boasts the best off-road performance in its segment alongside three Moparised show editions: Cherokee KrawLer, Wrangler Sahara Sun Runner and Wrangler Dark Side.

Visitors to the Dubai Motor Show will also have the opportunity to see the brand's full line-up, including the most awarded SUV ever - Grand Cherokee, the iconic Wrangler and Cherokee, which offers a unique combination of legendary Jeep 4x4 capability and cutting-edge design.

The latest addition to the Jeep family, the all-new Renegade further expands the brand's vehicle line-up and sees it entering the growing compact sport-utility vehicle (SUV) segment, but staying 100% true to the adventurous lifestyle and 4x4 capability the Jeep brand is known for.

Renegade delivers best-in-class off-road capability, open-air freedom and convenience, with a segment-first nine-speed automatic transmission that contributes to outstanding on-road and off-road driving dynamics, fuel-efficient engine, world-class refinement and a host of innovative safety and advanced technology offerings. The result is an efficient vehicle created to attract youthful and adventurous customers around the world to the Jeep brand.

Boasting a sophisticated Omaha Orange paint job and black interiors, the Renegade displayed on the Jeep stand in Dubai is the Trailhawk model, a vehicle that delivers Jeep all-terrain capability thanks to its special off-road equipment that includes Jeep Active Drive Low all-wheel drive system and Jeep Selec-Terrain with exclusive Rock mode.

Special Models

Alongside the all-new Renegade, it will be possible to admire a special display of Moparised show editions that are sure to capture the imagination of the audience in the Middle East.

The three show cars being showcased in Dubai perfectly underline the brand's natural synergy with customisation and the desire for personalisation that the brand inspires in its customers. As a result, thanks to the collaboration with MoparĀ®, the Jeep Cherokee and two Wranglers on the stand have received special styling treatments.

The Jeep Cherokee KrawLer, based on the Trailhawk model, has been created to tackle the toughest driving conditions by enhancing the vehicle's rock crawling capabilities when navigating the harshest off-road obstacles. The capital "K" and "L" in the name refer to the KL code that identifies the Cherokee nameplate.

The KrawLer's ride is raised for extreme off-road use with Mopar equipment including special suspension, BF Goodrich KM2 255/80/17 off-road tyres, wider fenders, skid plates and rock rails. The Cherokee KrawLer also sports a special, military-inspired matte-green body colour accented with matching green interiors made of Pelle Frau and quartz grey exterior details. Powered by a 272 hp 3.2-litre V6 Pentastar engine linked to an automatic nine-speed transmission, the KrawLer also features Jeep Active Drive Lock four-wheel drive with low range and rear differential lock.

The Moparised Jeep Wrangler Sahara Sun Runner sports an exclusive matte yellow colour as well as a host of Mopar accessories including bumpers with a double tow hook on the front, 4-inch suspension lift kit and half doors. It features LED lights fitted between the A-pillar and windscreen to complete the look.

The Sun Runner is fitted with a skid plate and Mopar multi-spokes 17" wheels; the tubular rock rails complete the upfit as both a functional and style enhancing feature.

Completing the trio of Mopar specials line-up on show is the Jeep Wrangler Dark Side - created around the 2-door Rubicon model, this show edition features a special custom Mopar interior plus 37" tyres, off-road bumpers, winch, flat fender flares, performance hood, half doors, lift kit, light bar and many other Mopar extras that further enhance the Rubicon's legendary off-road capability and further add to its rugged look.

The entire range on display in Dubai

Available in Sport, Longitude, Limited and Trailhawk trim levels, Jeep Cherokee is offered in the Middle East with a choice of two powertrains - the 3.2-litre V6 Pentastar and 2.4-litre MultiAir Tigershark engines, both of which are paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission.

Cherokee delivers a unique combination of legendary Jeep 4x4 capability, superior on-road ride and handling, cutting-edge, revolutionary design, world-class craftsmanship, innovative technology, new levels of efficiency, entertainment and comfort plus five-star safety features that project the Jeep brand into the future, boasting contemporary design, a nine-speed automatic transmission and two advanced engines, class-leading capability from three innovative 4x4 systems, more than 70 safety features, and a host of segment exclusive technology features.

Also on show is the world's most capable and recognized vehicle - Jeep Wrangler, which offers levels of capability off-road, combined with on-road dynamics, fuel efficiency and interior comfort that make it the perfect vehicle for fun daily driving, weekend desert-running or extreme off-roading.

The award-winning Pentastar 3.6-litre V6 engine and five-speed automatic transmission available in the Wrangler line-up in the Middle East mean that the latest generation of Wrangler offers improved on-road performance and even more off-road prowess.

Available in 2 and 4 door models (with room for five adults, the Wrangler Unlimited remains the only four-door 4x4 open-air vehicle on the market) and boasting an untouchable combination of efficient design, open-air freedom, significant towing capability, improved on-road drivability, and unique 4x4 systems, Wrangler maintains its position as the benchmark off-road vehicle and the ultimate vehicle for any driving adventure.

Available in the Middle East region in five models: Laredo, Limited, Overland, Summit and SRTĀ®, Jeep Grand Cherokee - the most awarded SUV ever - delivers unprecedented driving range, a choice of leading powertrain options (Pentastar 3.6-litre V6, 5.7-litre HEMIĀ® V8 and 6.4-litre HEMI V8), standard eight-speed automatic transmission, legendary benchmark capability, world-class craftsmanship, premium on-road driving dynamics plus a host of advanced user-friendly technology and safety features.

Also on the stand in Dubai is the top of the Jeep range in terms of performance - the proven, powerful 6.4-litre HEMI V8 powered Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT, delivering 468 hp and 624 Nm of torque. Its breath-taking performance includes acceleration from 0-100 km/h in just 5 seconds, top speed of 257 km/h and braking distance from 100 to 0 km/h in only 35 metres. The Grand Cherokee SRT comes with an assertive and attractive sports appearance, and features a host of desirable equipment befitting of the SRT badge. Unique exterior and interior styling cues enhance the car's distinct, high-performance image and set it apart from other sporting SUVs.

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10 November 2015
MoparĀ® Showcases A Wide Range of Modified Vehicles at the 2015 Dubai International Motor Show

The Mopar brand is displaying a wide range of modified vehicles at the 2015 Dubai International Motor Show, including the Chrysler 200, Dodge Charger R/T, Dodge Challenger Hellcat, Fiat 500X, Fiat Professional Fullback 1-ton pick up (making its global debut at the Dubai show) and Ram Rebel, alongside a trio of special JeepĀ® vehicles - the Jeep Cherokee KrawLer and Jeep Wrangler Sahara Sun Runner and Jeep Wrangler Dark Side special show editions - modified with a selection of parts and accessories.

The line-up of modified vehicles demonstrates how Mopar can help every customer, no matter which FCA vehicle they drive, personalise their ride to their specific personal taste and driving needs.

The special Moparised Jeep show editions include the Jeep Cherokee KrawLer, based on the Trailhawk model, which has been created to tackle the toughest driving conditions (as its name suggests) by enhancing the vehicle's rock crawling capabilities when navigating the harshest off-road obstacles. The capital "K" and "L" in the name refer to the KL code that identifies the Cherokee nameplate.

The KrawLer's ride is raised for extreme off-road use with Mopar equipment including special suspension, BF Goodrich KM2 255/80/17 off-road tyres, wider fenders, skid plates and rock rails. The Cherokee KrawLer also sports a special, military-inspired matte-green body colour accented with matching green interiors made of Pelle Frau and quartz grey exterior details. The KrawLer is powered by a 272hp 3.2-litre V6 Pentastar engine linked to an automatic nine-speed transmission and Jeep Active Drive Lock four-wheel drive with low range and rear differential lock.

The Moparised Jeep Wrangler Sahara Sun Runner has exclusive matte yellow color as well as a host of Mopar accessories including bumpers with a double tow hook on the front, 4-inch suspension lift kit and half doors. It features LED lights fitted between the A-pillar and windscreen to complete the look.

The Sun Runner is fitted with a skid plate and Mopar multi-spokes 17" wheels; the tubular rock rails complete the upfit as both a functional and aesthetical feature.

The Jeep Wrangler Dark Side, created around the 2-door Rubicon model, has a special custom Mopar interior plus 37" tires, off-road bumpers, winch, flat fender flares, performance hood, half doors, lift kit, light bar and many other Mopar extras that further enhance the Rubicon's legendary off-road capability and further add to its rugged look.

Mopar enhancements to the Chrysler 200, Dodge Charger R/T, Dodge Challenger Hellcat, Fiat 500X, Fiat Professional Fullback 1-ton pick up and Ram Rebel give visitors the opportunity to see, first-hand, some of the many thousands of unique customisation options that are available from the brand.

In addition to the extensive line-up of special Mopar-modified vehicles and Moparised Jeep show cars, the stand also features a dedicated area with a collection of exclusive Mopar merchandise and accessories for all FCA brand vehicles on display.

During the Dubai International Motor Show, selections from the wide range of merchandise and clothing will be available for purchase in the official Mopar Store on the stand.


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By Noah Joseph


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