Jeep Wrangler Diesel

Jeep Wranger pickup kit, revival of American manliness, costs $5499

It's only a start, as America now more than ever needs the freedom of a factory built, all-terrain small pickup, preferably with an option for a V8 Hemi or diesel. Jeep says a factory version is in some distant future plans , ranked lower on the to-do list than hustling a few more Fiat-sourced crossroaders out the door that will never see any surface rougher than the grassy slopes outside a John Mayer concert.

Until that time, this will have to do: the Mopar JK-8 kit, part number 77070049. It's not cheap: the $5,499 doesn't include the short-term lease of brain and muscle power from the doctors Frankenstein in your dealer's garage. But it includes all the necessary pieces and instructions, namely a 44-inch by 50-inch bed, and a warranty.

For that money, and a little time, your ho-hum Wrangler could be transformed into the Ron Swanson of vehicles, climbing the pyramid of greatness with a brace of smoked pork meat in its gullet, ever hungry for more.

Diesel Jeep Wrangler: Destined to Remain an American Dream ...

Diesel Jeep Wrangler European Debut

Ever since the Diesel Jeep Wrangler made its European debut at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, the American Jeep-loving populace has been chomping at the bit to get a piece of the turbocharged action themselves.

This world-renowned sport utility and off-road vehicle has undergone countless transformations since its introduction to the consumer market in 1987. The rugged, compact, trademark design with removable tops and doors have catapulted the vehicle past its status of simply being synonymous with four-wheel drive. Over the years, the Jeep Wrangler has evolved into a symbol of rugged youth, vitality, and free-wheeling adventure.

Individuals fortunate enough to have grown up in warmer climates can recall the common sight of topless Jeeps occupied by spirited, sun-kissed young men and women whose hair waved in the wind as they made their merry way to the nearest lake, beach, or campground. The Jeep Wrangler didn’t have to be pretty, new, or clean, to catch the admiring gaze of fellow drivers, because it was, and still is, that cool.

The adoring youngsters of yesterday, have since grown to purchase Jeep Wranglers of their own. However, with a new consumer generation comes a new set of demands. If the expressed sentiments of legions of die-hard Jeep Wrangler enthusiasts and aficionados are any indication, this generation demands a Jeep Wrangler with a diesel engine.

The 2.8-liter, four cylinder, Diesel Jeep Wrangler has proven itself to be a deserving addition to the ranks of drool-worthy pieces of machinery. It produces 200 horsepower and more than 300 pound-feet of torque, making it the (would-be) ideal vehicle for exhilarating weekend excursions to Sedona, Yellowstone, or Pikes Peak.

This diesel powered Jeep Wrangler also features start/stop technology, giving it a 13 percent increase in fuel economy over the previous model. It clocks in at an impressive 23.7 miles per gallon in the city and 35.8 mpg on the highway. This clever adjustment reduces emissions by 14 percent, putting it in favor with the growing population of environmentally conscientious consumers. The Jeep Wrangler currently available stateside, is powered by a 3.8 liter gasoline V6 engine which gets a measly 19 mpg highway.

Unfortunately, despite more than a year’s worth of rumors and speculation, this marvel of American machinery remains an unattainable dream for Americans.

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