Australia's Easy Reading New Car News Home | News | Road Tests Jeep Renegade Longitude NEWS INDEX:   Jeep Home > News > Chrysler Group > Jeep Jeep's little Renegade released 19th October, 2015 New small Jeep here now; priced from $29,500*; Made by Fiat in Melfi (Italy); offers Australian customers three engine options and a host of safety and advanced technology offerings; the small SUV is 'city-sized' yet not confined to the urban environment ..... more Chrysler undertakes to remedy customer service complaints 14th October, 2015 ACCC received a number of complaints from Chrysler customers concerning vehicle faults and how their complaints were handled by Chrysler and its dealers. The complaints related to various issues including delays in sourcing spare parts and failing to adequately deal with customer complaints ..... more Jeep Renegade by Garage Italia Customs 12th July, 2015 One of the two Renegade show cars customised by Garage Italia Customs with electro-acoustic guitar inspired graphics and chrome-plated details was revealed in Geneva earlier this month ..... more Jeep Wrangler Freedom Edition for 2015 4th March, 2015 2015 Wrangler Freedom Edition – limited to 200 units; Distinctive interior and exterior design enhancements; Additional equipment includes satellite navigation and reversing camera; Available now, priced from $38,500* ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee Blackhawk Edition 23rd October, 2014 Blackhawk Edition is based on the already well-equipped Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4; priced from $50,000* (petrol) and $55,000* (diesel) ..... more Jeep Wrangler Blackhawk Edition 21st October, 2014 Available in two- or four-door specification, the Wrangler Blackhawk is powered by a 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 matched to a five-speed automatic transmission; priced from $45,000* (2-door) and $49,000* (4-door) ..... more Jeep Compass Blackhawk Edition 20th October, 2014 Jeep Compass Blackhawk 4x2 2.0-litre CVT is priced at $30,200* (MLP*) ..... more Jeep Patriot Blackhawk Edition 20th October, 2014 Jeep Patriot Blackhawk 4x2 2.0-litre CVT is priced at $28,900* (MLP*) ..... more ROAD TEST Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Freedom Edition 15th September, 2014 Jeep Cherokee gains diesel variant 1st September, 2014 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine delivers 125kW and 350Nm and features Stop/Start technology; Available only in luxurious "Limited" trim level and priced from $49,000* ..... more Jeep's all-new Cherokee released 15th June, 2014 New model redefines Jeep's mid-size SUV with all-terrain ability, improved fuel efficiency, new technology and new safety systems; First in segment with nine-speed automatic transmission; First Jeep built on Chrysler Group’s CUS-wide (Compact US) platform; Made in Toledo, USA; Five-star ANCAP rating; Available in four models: Sport, Longitude, Limited and Trailhawk with prices starting at $33,500* ..... more Jeep Wrangler gains "Polar" limited edition 14th May, 2014 Special edition Polar badge on the side of the vehicle exhibits the 78° S and 106° E coordinates - the location of Vostok in Antarctica: the exact point where the absolute severest temperature in the world was recorded at -89.2° C ..... more ROAD TEST Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x2 11th May, 2014 ROAD TEST Jeep Wrangler Unlimited "Dragon Edition" 30th March, 2014 Fiat made Jeep Renegade 4th March, 2014 All-new 2015 Jeep Renegade is the brand’s first Fiat-made SUV; Renegade Trailhawk model delivers 4x4 Trail Rated capability with Jeep Active Drive Low, which includes 20:1 crawl ratio and Jeep Selec-Terrain system; “small-wide 4x4 architecture” combines best-in-class off-road capability ..... more Jeep Wrangler Freedom Edition 31st January, 2014 Featuring military vehicle styling effects with interior and exterior enhancements; Available in two and four-door variants; Priced from $35,000* ..... more Top of page Jeep Wrangler Dragon Edition 3rd December, 2013 Limited edition Wrangler Dragon features striking styling package; Unique exterior and interior appointments available for the first time on Wrangler ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit 27th November, 2013 The Summit builds on the comprehensive Grand Cherokee 3.0 CRD Overland (diesel) model specification, delivering a suite of new luxury features while keeping the price to $75,000* ..... more ROAD TEST Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo (2WD) 4th October, 2013 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 10th Anniversary Edition 22nd August, 2013 Named after America’s most demanding off-road trail; offers an even greater level of capability, including additional ground clearance and new rock rails; ‘Anniversary Red’ leather interior ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee updated 5th July, 2013 New Grand Cherokee updates the U.S. made SUV, delivering customers a combination of leading powertrain options, legendary capability, elegant design, quality craftsmanship and a host of advanced user-friendly technology and safety features ..... more All-new Jeep Cherokee debuts 28th March, 2013 With an all-new look, Jeep is set on raising the bar with legendary capability, world-class on-road dynamics, fuel economy improvements of more the 45 per cent over the out-going model. The revolutionary Jeep design is claimed to feature world-class craftsmanship inside and out, and an array of advanced safety and technology features ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk Limited Edition 18th March, 2013 Only 160 Trailhawk models will be available to Australia buyers, all of which feature Jeep’s powerful 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel engine, Quadra‐Drive II four-wheel drive system, Quadra‐Lift air suspension, under-body protection plates, 18-inch all-terrain tyres as well as a host of visual and functional enhancements unique to the Trailhawk model ..... more All-new Jeep Cherokee debuts in March 25th February, 2013 Scheduled to debut at the New York Motor Show, the all-new “no-compromise” 2014 Cherokee will build on its off-road capability and functionality and will feature fuel economy improvements of more than 45 per cent over the outgoing model ..... more Top of page Jeep Wrangler Overland released 20th December, 2012 Jeep Australia has announced that the new 2013 Wrangler Overland is on the to local Jeep dealers. New levels of comfort and convenience have been added to Jeep’s iconic off-roader ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 arrives 10th October, 2012 Designed and built using the proven SRT formula that raises performance to competition levels, the new 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 runs from 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland now available with 3.6-litre V6 13th September, 2012 Priced at  just $65,000*, the Grand Cherokee Overland 3.6-litre offers all the craftsmanship, luxury and technology found on the other Overland prestige models, with real wood and leather interior appointments, standard dual pane panoramic sun roof and power liftgate, and a large 16.5 cm touchscreen with GPS navigation ..... more Jeep Wrangler updated 7th March, 2012 Wrangler’s adoption of the efficient new Pentastar 3.6-litre V6 produces much greater power and torque than the previous 3.8-litre engine, giving improved performance and fuel economy as well as lower exhaust emissions – not to mention greatly enhanced driving pleasure ..... more Ferrari F1 drivers get a 'real' car 3rd February, 2012 The two, uniquely customised Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 models are based on the new high-performance model of the Jeep flagship SUV which is already available in North America. European and Australian markets will see the new Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 starting in May 2012 ..... more Jeep Compass released 17th January, 2012 The new Compass boasts a host of interior refinements, with soft touch points and high quality materials along with improved ride and handling characteristics courtesy of upgraded steering and suspension systems ..... more Top of page Jeep Compass returning to Australia 4th August, 2011 The Jeep Compass has been confirmed for arrival in Australia later this year, offering a unique blend of styling, capability, efficiency and value that is set to ignite the compact SUV segment ..... more ROAD TEST Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 20th July, 2011 70th Anniversary models for Jeep 27th June, 2011 Jeep is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2011. To mark the occasion, the Jeep brand has released distinctive, unique 70th Anniversary Edition models of each vehicle in its line-up ..... more Diesel for Jeep Grand Cherokee 22nd June, 2011 The multi-award winning 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is now available in Australia with a new 3.0-litre turbo diesel engine. The new engine is more powerful, more fuel efficient and produces lower emissions than its predecessor, while being able to tow up to 3,500 kg ..... more 2011 Jeep Patriot released 27th May, 2011 Jeep Patriot’s classic exterior styling and capability have been enhanced for 2011 with new front and rear fascias, lower bodyside accent cladding, a revised grille and an increased ride height. Ride-and-handling is refined courtesy of upgraded systems. Interior enhancements round out the new-for-2011 features, and include significantly refined touch points ..... more America's Easter Jeep Safari 10th April, 2011 Each year, thousands of off-road enthusiasts descend upon Moab, Utah (USA), for the Easter Jeep Safari and a week of fun on some of the country’s best and most rugged trails ..... more 2011 Jeep Wrangler arrives 13th March, 2011 The new 2011 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited have been released in Australia with a host of upgrades, from an all-new interior to an upgraded turbo diesel powerplant that delivers significantly more power and economy ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee arrives 1st February, 2011 The all-new Quadra-Lift™ air suspension system is a first for Jeep, delivering legendary Jeep off-road capability and delightful on-road ride. In addition, the new Selec-Terrain™ traction control system allows the driver to choose the drive system that best matches on- or off-road driving conditions. New front and rear independent suspension systems deliver premium on-road handling and comfort ..... more Jeep Compass for 2011 23rd January, 2011 Delivering the packaging and interior flexibility of an SUV with the performance, handling, fuel economy and price of a compact car, the new 2011 Jeep Compass also boasts more than 30 safety and security features, including standard side-curtain air bags, electronic stability programme (ESC), electronic roll mitigation, Hill-start Assist (with manual transmission), side curtain air bags for all rows and available front-seat-mounted side air bags ..... more Jeep Patriot for 2011 2nd January, 2011 The Jeep Patriot, the affordable compact sport-utility vehicle, offers capability along with updated exterior styling, new interior features and improved ride-and-handling characteristics ..... more Top of page Jeep's new variants for America 18th November, 2010 A pair of new Jeep vehicles – the Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit and the Jeep Liberty Jet – make their public debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show in USA tomorrow ..... more Mopar at SEMA 4th November, 2010 Mopar® is showcasing 35 vehicles at the 2010 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, in Las Vegas, Nevada (USA) this week. Mopar filled its 4,660 square metres space with customised Jeep®, Dodge, Fiat, Chrysler and Ram Truck vehicles ..... more Jeep prepare for new Grand Cherokee release 14th October, 2010 First shown to the public in Australia at the 2010 National Jeep Jamboree held at Lardner Park in Victoria 30th September through to 3rd October 2010, over 900 delighted Jeep enthusiasts were thrilled to view the all-new 2011 Grand Cherokee on display and also at work ..... more Coming soon from Jeep: new version of the iconic Wrangler 25th August, 2010 Jeep continues to refine the successful Wrangler formula by combining its legendary, benchmark capability with an all-new interior that delivers rich styling with significantly upgraded touch surfaces, occupant comfort and versatility ..... more New Jeep Grand Cherokee production begins 26th May, 2010 Chrysler Group LLC’s Jefferson North (Detroit) Assembly Plant (JNAP) celebrated, on Friday 21st May 2010, the launch of production of the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee ..... more Jeep pushes Chrysler sales upward 7th May, 2010 The ever capable Jeep Wrangler continues to lead the way for Chrysler Australia in 2010 with 224 vehicles registered during April with Patriot continuing to set new records each month ..... more Jeep sales up 20th April, 2010 Jeep Cherokee sales continue to grow in 2010 with the versatile off-roader producing its best quarter since launch while Patriot consistently performs since its refresh in October ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee – Overland Badge Returns 6th April, 2010 Priced from $68,990, the Grand Cherokee Overland is superbly equipped and offers customers fantastic value for money combined with Jeep’s legendary four-wheel-drive capability ..... more Moab's mighty Mopar machines 2nd April, 2010 Chrysler Group LLC arrived with truckloads of head-turning, “Moparised” Jeep® and Ram Truck vehicles to showcase at the 44th annual Moab Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, USA ..... more Jeep Introduces All-New 2011 Grand Cherokee 16th April, 2009 First application of company’s all-new, flexible fuel 3.6-litre V6 engine which features Variable-Valve Timing (VVT), 209 kW and 353 Nm @ 4,800 rpm – an increase of 33 per cent in horsepower ..... more Top of page Jeep J8 Not Coming To Australia 17th November, 2008 The Jeep J8 marks the Jeep brand's return to commercial and military vehicle production with a thoroughly modern vehicle designed to meet the needs of both non-government organisations and government agencies ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee Refreshed for 2008 11th August, 2008 With very good tractive capability the Jeep Grand Cherokee is designed, engineered and built to master every imaginable day-to-day driving condition, whether on-road or off-road ..... more 2008 Jeep Jamboree – The Ultimate 4WD Single Brand Event 28th July, 2008 Jeep enthusiasts, their families and friends will flock to the 2008 Jeep Jamboree to explore a full range of activities, including off-road driving trails, fun vehicle-related challenges and regional drives through the scenic NSW central coast ..... more Mopar Adventure Pack Now Available for Jeep Wrangler 24th July, 2008 Rugged. Durable. Capable. That’s Jeep Wrangler. And now there’s hardcore Genuine Jeep Accessories from Mopar® that are as rugged, durable and capable as the vehicle they were designed for ..... more More Value and New CRD Option for the Iconic Jeep Wrangler 2nd June, 2008 With record sales in the past 12 months, the Jeep Wrangler will further stimulate the senses of the adventurous off-road driver with a host of additions to the standard vehicle line-up ..... more Chrysler Announces New Engineering and Technology Innovations 21st April, 2008 Chrysler LLC will introduce a wide array of new, innovative and — in some cases — industry-first technologies, all designed to enhance the customer experience, the company announced at the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) World Congress ..... more Hear Chris Goodsell Talk Motoring On Radio & Internet ..... more All-new Jeep Cherokee, a 4x4 for Everyday Life 11th March, 2008 The all-new Jeep Cherokee remains true to its legendary 4x4 heritage while offering customers more on-road refinement and amenities. The new Cherokee takes on the Jeep rugged exterior design and it now comes standard with the all-new Selec-Trac II full-time four-wheel-drive system ..... more Small Jeep SUVs Tested For Fuel Economy 5th March, 2008 John and Helen Taylor, Australian fuel economy enthusiasts, drove a Jeep Compass and a Jeep Patriot, both standard production vehicles equipped with 2.0-litre turbo diesel engines and carrying two people and their luggage, from London to Berlin on less than a single tank of fuel each ..... more Top of page Chrysler Concept Vehicles Highlight Alternative Fuels 2nd December, 2007 Chrysler has released a sneak preview of the Chrysler ecoVoyager, Dodge Zeo and Jeep Renegade concept vehicles, which will be shown at the 2008 Detroit Motor Show ..... more Chrysler Group's Line-Up for 2007 SEMA 30th October, 2007 Chrysler will debut eight ultra-customised Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show ..... more Jeep: Back In Uniform 14th September, 2007 Chrysler LLC has unveiled the Jeep J8 multipurpose vehicle at the 2007 Defence Systems & Equipment International (DSEi) military trade show ..... more Chrysler Group Celebrates 20 Years of Modern Concept Vehicles 28th May, 2007 “Concept to reality” has become a term that identifies the Chrysler Group design philosophy and many observers are hoping that it will apply to the company’s concept vehicles for 2007 ..... more Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited Launched 25th May, 2007 The Jeep Wrangler and four-door Jeep Wrangler Unlimited have been released in Australia, initiating the 2007 expansion of the Jeep vehicle line-up ..... more All-New Jeep Cherokee For 2008 9th April, 2007 Jeep, seemingly undisturbed by its last placing (33rd out of 33 brands) in a survey regarding warranty claims which was recently conducted by Warranty Direct, is amongst the Chrysler brands which is introducing many new models in an endeavour to arrest falling sales in their home market ..... more Jeep Adds V6 Petrol Engine To Grand Cherokee Line-Up 20th February, 2007 Just quietly, Jeep has come bottom of the class (so to speak) in arguably the world’s largest ever study into car reliability ..... more Three All-New Jeeps Make their Australian Debut 16th February, 2007 The all-new Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited (four-door) will spearhead the show, providing a prequel to the brand’s product offensive which will see the range grow from four models to seven this year ..... more Camp Jeep 2007 19th January, 2007 Camp Jeep 2007, America's annual three-day mix of off-road driving and other family-friendly outdoor activities, will be held 26th-28th July, 2007 in Nelson County, Virginia ..... more Jeep Trailhawk Concept 14th January, 2007 The Jeep Trailhawk concept, unveiled at the Detroit Motor Show this week, merges the spectrum of the Jeep brand by combining the off-road features of the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with the sophistication of an all-new on-road open-air concept vehicle ..... more Top of page Four New Jeeps in 2007 21st December, 2006 Jeep is planning a greater presence in Australia in 2007 launching four all-new vehicles that will expand the four-wheel drive brand’s stable to seven ..... more Austria's One Million Chryslers 26th November, 2006 Almost 15 years after the first Chrysler Voyager rolled off the production line in Graz, Austria, in 1991, DaimlerChrysler's Chrysler Group celebrated a milestone of one million Chrysler and Jeep vehicles "Made in Europe" ..... more Chrysler Group Concepts For Detroit Motor Show 23rd November, 2006 Chrysler Group will unveil two concept vehicles in January 2007 at the Detroit Motor Show — the Chrysler Nassau Concept and the Jeep Trailhawk Concept ..... more Jeep Wrangler Earns Trio of Awards 16th November, 2006 The 2007 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon and Wrangler Unlimited, due for Australian launch in March 2007, have notched a trio of prestigious awards in the United States ..... more Chrysler Group at SEMA 2006 9th November, 2006 The annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show held in Las Vegas, United States, last week has witnessed the debut of a number of vehicles from the Chrysler Group’s SkunkWerks team ..... more Jeep Wrangler Unlimited For Paris 26th September, 2006 Featuring a one-of-a-kind, four-door open-air design, the all-new Jeep Wrangler Unlimited expands the Jeep experience to new dimensions ..... more Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 27th August, 2006 Jeep has released a Street and Racing Technology (SRT) version of its Grand Cherokee, boasting 313 kW, 569 Nm and a 0-100 km/h time in the under six second range ..... more Best July Sales in 9 Years for Chrysler Group 7th August, 2006 With 838 retails in July, sales were up 52 per cent over last year’s respective monthly result ..... more Jeep Jamboree in Queensland 3rd August, 2006 Hundreds of Jeep owners and their families around Australia are gearing up for the national event involving four days of four-wheel drive adventure ..... more Record Sales for Chrysler Group 10th July, 2006 The Chrysler Group have posted another record performance in June, achieving combined sales of 880 units - its best monthly sales result in over eight years ..... more Fourth of July Celebrations for Chrysler Group 3rd July, 2006 The Chrysler Group will celebrate the 4th July having posted its 79,000th sale in Australia ..... more Jeep Compass To Grow Brand in a New Direction 18th June, 2006 Compass will be the Jeep brand's first front-wheel-drive-based product with a fully independent suspension for comfortable on-road ride and handling and fun-to-drive characteristics ..... more Jeep Celebrate 65th Anniversary 24th May, 2006 Jeep is celebrating 65 years with a 65 day sale, offering free GPS navigation across its range and special pricing on selected models ..... more All-New Jeep Commander Arrives 16th May, 2006 The all-new Jeep Commander has arrived in Australia, initiating the expansion of the Jeep vehicle line-up ..... more Jeep Patriot Delivers Traditional Jeep Styling 20th April, 2006 The Jeep brand has continued its expansion into untravelled territory revealing the 2007 Jeep Patriot at the New York International Motor Show ..... more Jeep Unveils Four-Door Wrangler 18th April, 2006 Jeep has unveiled the first-ever four-door Wrangler at the New York International Motor Show ..... more Eight Year High For Chrysler Jeep 12th April, 2006 The arrival of the 300C has helped lift combined Chrysler Jeep sales to an eight year high ..... more Jeep Commander Earns High Safety Rating 3rd April, 2006 The Jeep Commander has received the highest rating for frontal-impact crash protection from America's NHTSA ..... more Voyager and Commander Good For Families 16th March, 2006 Three Chrysler Group vehicles have made the American Automobile Association (AAA) and Parents magazine's list of ‘Best Cars for Families’ for 2006 ..... more DaimlerChrysler Brands Join Diesel Revolution 13th March, 2006 DaimlerChrysler will launch up to seven diesel-powered passenger cars into the Australian market in the next 12 months ..... more Solid Chrysler and Jeep Sales Performance 6th March, 2006 Chrysler and Jeep achieved combined sales of 675 units in February, according to official industry figures ..... more Extra value for Jeep Grand Cherokee 28th February, 2006 Jeep has released a limited edition Grand Cherokee Navigator pack adding up to $4,500 of extra value at no additional cost ..... more Jeep To Expand Model Range 8th February, 2006 Jeep is planning a greater presence in Australia this year with the company confirming two new models for 2006; the Grand Cherokee SRT-8 and the Commander ..... more Jeep Reveals Two New Vehicles For Australia 11th January, 2006 Jeep has unveiled two brand new production cars at the Detroit Motor Show aimed at younger customers, the Jeep Compass and Jeep Wrangler – and both will be coming to Australia within the next 18 months ..... more Best Sales in 8 Years for Chrysler/Jeep 5th January, 2006 Riding on a record December retail performance Chrysler Jeep has achieved its best annual sales in eight years, according to official VFACTS figures released today ..... more Top of page Jeep Introduces the Most Prized of Birds 30th November, 2005 The Golden Eagle, which has been introduced to meet record demand for the iconic four-wheel-drive, comes complete with exclusive styling and bold graphics ..... more Best October For Chrysler Jeep In 4 Years 9th November, 2005 Capping off five consecutive months of year-over-year sales gains, Chrysler Jeep achieved its best October performance since 2001 ..... more New Jeep Concepts - Patriot and Compass 13th September, 2005 Jeep designers have developed two sport-utility-vehicle concepts that demonstrate a potential to expand the Jeep brand into new territory ..... more Global Alliance for Hybrid Drive Development 10th September, 2005 BMW Group, DaimlerChrysler AG and General Motors have signed a "memorandum of understanding" governing the formation of an alliance for the development of hybrid drive systems ..... more Record Jeep Sales 9th September, 2005 Jeep has achieved its best monthly sales performance following the launch of the all-new third generation Grand Cherokee ..... more Diesel Joins New Jeep Grand Cherokee Range 25th August, 2005 The new 3.0-litre common-rail diesel (CRD) engine from DaimlerChrysler has joined the all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee range ..... more New Jeep Concept Vehicles 9th August, 2005 The Jeep brand hints at global expansion and explores all-new territory with the world premiere of two compact SUV concepts — the Jeep Patriot and Jeep Compass Rallye ..... more Jeep Commander Production Begins 31st July, 2005 New Jeep model expands the Jeep lineup to four SUVs ..... more Chrysler and Jeep Sales Strengthen 12th July, 2005 Chrysler and Jeep achieved combined sales of 673 in June, an increase of 13 per cent over last year according to official 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