Jeep Renegade News

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Jeep has confirmed that a new-generation of the Renegade small SUV in the works, and it could come to Australia despite the recent local discontinuation of the nameplate.Speaking to CarsGuide, Jeep Australia's new boss, Kevin Flynn, said unfavourable mark

Jeep Australia has decided to discontinue its slow-selling Renegade small SUV after nearly five years on the market, CarsGuide understands.A source has revealed to CarsGuide that dealers have been told to stop taking orders of the Renegade, with existing

Australia’s love affair with SUVs is well-documented. Want proof? Last year, 45.5 per cent of new vehicles sold Down Under were SUVs, while traditional passenger cars only achieved a 29.7 per cent share

It's been nearly two years since the facelifted Jeep Renegade small SUV was revealed overseas, yet it's still not in Australian showrooms despite being confirmed for a launch by the American brand.So, what exactly are Jeep Australia's plans for

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has this week confirmed plans to build a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) version of its Renegade small SUV, which is planed to hit international markets in early 2020.When asked if the new PHEV was being considered for Australia, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) Australia director of corporate communications Tracie Stoltenberg explained that the brand could not comment on future product.While no further details or imagery has been released in regards to the hybrid Jeep, we know the new engine will be built at FCA's Melfi Plant in Italy alongside the standard Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500X engine production line.According to a recent statement, Jeep has invested more than 200 million euros ($A324.3m) to launch the new powertrain."With over 742,000 Renegades produced to date in Italy, the Melfi plant and the Renegade are the ideal location and the perfect product to launch the PHEV, further strengthening the offer of this highly successful Jeep," said Jeep chief operating officer for the EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa) region Pietro Gorlier.Jeep has stated it plans to launch 12 electrified powertrain systems, which will eventually make their way into 30 different models.In the meantime, the face-lifted and conventionally powered Jeep Renegade will hit Australian showrooms in the latter half of next year, offering petrol and diesel engine options.The Renegade has been a hard sell for Jeep. It managed to move 1015 units in 2016 shortly after it launched, however that number dropped to 704 in 2017, and has this year slipped 77.3 per cent to 125 units year-to-date.

Jeep's updated Renegade SUV has broken cover, with the 2019 version of its rugged-looking baby SUV revealed in a sequence of snaps fresh from the Turin Motor Show.