At first glance, the Jeep Renegade Commander Concept looks like a slightly lifted Jeep Renegade. Looking closer (and reading the press release) you’ll see there’s more going on. The Jeep Renegade Commander Concept is a full-tilt, off-road package that takes the (already off-road-worthy) platform to another level. Some of these components may become available through Mopar and Jeep Performance Parts.
Jeep says, “The Jeep Renegade Commander concept vehicle is equipped with an assortment of Mopar and Jeep Performance Parts for the ultimate off-road adventure. A 2-inch lift kit and 17-inch Rubicon aluminum wheels with 29.5-inch BF-Goodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires increase the off-road capabilities of the Jeep Renegade Commander.
The “Fluorescent Gray” exterior features Renegade’s MySky open-air roof with removable panels, custom body decal, Mopar off-road rock rails, skid plates and a modified exhaust. Also featured are the Mopar brand’s trailer hitch receiver, and front and rear auxiliary lights.
Inside, the Renegade Commander includes Katzkin seat covers, body color bezel accents, a pedal kit, Mopar off-road kit, and Mopar all-weather floor mats.
The Jeep Renegade Commander is powered by the 2.4-liter Tigershark engine with MultiAir2 mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission with Jeep Active Drive Low.”
Last year in Moab, UT, my off-road excursion in a unmodified Jeep Renegade Trailhawk was surprising. It may not be a Jeep Wrangler in form; it WILL keep up with a Jeep Wrangler in fairly difficult terrain. In fact: I found its diminutive size a benefit when blazing a few trails.
This Jeep Renegade Commander should be even better.
Stay tuned to TFLcar and TFLtruc.com, as we’re covering the 2016 Easter Jeep Safari on video, web-posts and on social media!
Here’s some fun footage of another Jeep Renegade!
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Easily amused by anything with four wheels, Nathan Adlen reviews vehicles from the cheapest to the most prestigious. Wrecking yards, dealer lots, garages, racetracks, professional automotive testing and automotive journalism – Nathan has experienced a wide range of the automotive spectrum. His words, good humor and videos are enjoyed worldwide. |
