History Of The Jeep Brand

The Jeep brand has a long and storied lineage. The history started decades before World War II and the brand has seen a multitude of owners. In the section below, you will find some notable milestones of the brand's existence.

Year	Event
2018	Jeep releases a facelifted Cherokee (KL) that wears less-polarizing front and rear facias. The interior features slightly improved cargo space and an upgraded navigation system.
2019	Jeep releases the Gladiator pickup truck. Sharing many design cues with the Wrangler (JL), the Gladiator can carry 1600lbs of payload and tow up to 7650lbs. The truck features seating for five, a 5' long bed, a removable top, and an available forward-facing camera for improved off road visibility.
2020	Jeep releases the Gladiator Mojave. This "Desert Rated" trim level is specially tuned for high-speed maneuverability on terrain such as sand dunes. It adds a reinforced frame, axle housings, and steering knuckles to the already capable Gladiator. Jeep also announces the availability of the EcoDiesel engine on some Gladiator trim levels.
2020	Jeep releases the Jeep Wrangler 4xe in Rubicon and Sahara trim. This plugin-hybrid boasts not only 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of instant torque, but also a 30-mile electric range and a total driving range of 400 miles
2020	Jeep unveils the Wrangler Rubicon 392 featuring 470 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque making it the most powerful Wrangler ever.
2021	Jeep unveils the Jeep Grand Cherokee L. This variant is the first of the next generation Grand Cherokee and features seating for 6 or 7 passengers. Launch powertrains include the HEMI 5.7L and 3.6L engines with a plugin hybrid 4xe version to be released in late 2021.
2021	FCA merges with Peugeot S.A. to to create Stellantis N.V., the world's fourth-largest auto manufacturer in the world.
2021	After a 30-year absence, the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer return to the lineup. The new versions of these iconic vehicles push Jeep further into the luxury market with the Grand Wagoneer featuring solid walnut trim, massaging seats, and a 23 speaker McIntosh audio system. Towing capacity is rated at approximately 10,000 pounds -- the highest ever in Jeep's history. 4WD is standard on the Grand Wagoneer.
2021	Jeep unveils the fifth generation of the two-row Grand Cherokee. The interior continues to become more luxurious and technology-laden. A 4xe plugin hybrid (PHEV) is an option, offering a combined 440-mile range and the more power than the 3.6L and 5.7L gasoline options. The rugged Trailhawk trim level offers a disconnecting sway bar to improve off-road articulation.
2022	Jeep launches the Grand Wagoneer L which adds the 12" of length to the already sizable Wagoneer. In addition, it -- and its smaller siblings -- now feature a twin turbo I6 engine wearing the storied Hurricane moniker. This engine in high output guise produces more horsepower, torque, and efficiency than Jeep's 6.4L HEMI.
2022	Jeep previews the off-road oriented Recon and the luxurious Wagoneer S -- their first forays into fully-electric production vehicles. Both vehicles are expected to be available by 2025.
2023	The last Cherokee (KL) rolls off the line. Extensive improvements to the drivetrain and interior of the Jeep Compass made the Jeep Cherokee a less competitive offering in the Jeep model lineup and ushered in the end of life for the KL.
2023	The Wrangler and Gladiator receive mid-cycle refreshes that include a new interior instrument panel, a new grill design, and an option for a factory-installed winch.
2023	Jeep confirms the end of production of the Jeep Renegade for US and Canadian markets due to declining sales.
2024	Jeep unveils the Wagoneer S, a mid-size, fully-electric SUV. The vehicle features over 600hp, over 300 miles of range, and can achieve 0-60mph sprints of 3.4 seconds.