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2017 Jeep Wrangler Review [VIDEO]: Here’s What Makes It The Best Off-Road SUV! Complete Specs, Features, Price & Release Date!

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First Posted: Dec 15, 2016 03:40 AM EST

The 2016 Wrangler has been named as one of the Best Resale Value Vehicle by Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com. Along with having won the hottest 4x4-SUV award at the 2016 SEMA show, it was also awarded the 4x4 Vehicle of the decade title by Four Wheeler. Now with the reveal of its 2017 Jeep Wrangler models, the auto manufacturer is all set to take over as the best Off-Road SUV in the Market all over again.

Although the exterior appearance of the 2017 model looks pretty similar to the outgoing model, behind the body it's hiding several new enhanced features including a better chassis, suspension, and a modified power train. Here's everything we know about the 2017 Jeep Wrangler so far:

2017 Jeep Wrangler: Specs & Features

The new model is powered by a 3.6-Liter V6 24-Valve VVT Engine and comes with a 6-speed manual transmission as standard. The vehicle also features a Command-Trac Shift-On-The-Fly Part-Time 4WD System, which also enables it to swiftly crawl between the rocks. The Sports models feature a 3.21 Front/Rear Axle Ratio whereas the other models feature a 3.73 and 4.10 ratio respectively.

Both the 2017 Wrangler's front and rear axles have the conventional differential design. While the front axle has the next generation Dana 30 Solid Design, the rear features a Dana 44 Heavy Duty Design. Power Steering and Normal Duty Suspension come as standard for the vehicle. All the models include an 18.6-Gallon Fuel Tank and have a mileage of 17 per Gallon in cities to 21 per Gallon on highways.

2017 Jeep Wrangler: Looks, Exterior & Interior

The 2017 Wrangler comes in a variety of Colors including Black, Grey, White, Red and Green. The Sports 4x4 model specs 16" x 7" Styled Steel Wheels, whereas the other models have 17" x 7.5" Satin Silver Aluminum Wheels and High Gloss Black Wheels respectively. The doors are full metal and come with roll-up windows and Black Sun-rider Roof Top. The interior has a blackish color design with cloth covered seats and leather covered steering wheel.

A Leather/Chrome -Wrapped Shift Knob as well as a Rear Compartment Covered Storage comes as a standard for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler. The interior is also well spacier. The cargo capacity behind the first-row seat is about 56.5 cubic ft. whereas, that behind the second-row seat is 12.8 cubic ft. The vehicle can comfortably accommodate 4 passengers. Other features include advanced multi-stage air bags, electronic roll mitigation system, Stability control, Hill Start Assist and more.

2017 Jeep Wrangler: What Makes It So Special?

The Jeep Wrangler is capable of adopting to almost kind if Terrains. It's off road capabilities enable it to crawl between rocks, climb up hills and cruise on slippery roads. On an overall view, the vehicle provides adventure in a luxurious way.

Not only can it climb over rough surfaces, its interior is also water resistant and can go through raging river waters. The engine gives an output of 470 HP and 624 Nm of Torque that enables the vehicle to race at high speeds. The model comes with a starting price of $23,995. Stay tuned to SWR for more news and updates on the 2017 Jeep Wrangler Models.

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