New Jeep Pickup

[4x15mph]

I hope this will have a decent tow rating since the current wrangler tops out at 3500 pounds and the article states that it is based on the Wrangler platform. Otherwise, I want this

http://www.quadratecchannel.com/blog/jeep-officially-announces-pickup-2017

 

[Bruce]

I love the concept. I really like the 4 door Wrangler but those low capacity numbers are a deal breaker for me.

If it were a more capable version of Ram 1500 platform I would be excited. Unfortunately I bet it is an even more stretched Wrangler with lower capacity than a Dakota.

 

[Dough]

Been reading this for years. Don't hold your breath. I sold my 4 door because it couldnt pull my boat. It's like the bronco, imo, makes for a good article at the beginning of every year.

 

[PEARCE]

I've seen (and driven) a 4 door Jeep pickup that was a custom job. It had a 6.1 or a 6.4 Hemi under the hood. It was a beast!

 

[Murf'n'surf]

Fail! I hate these hybrid suv/truck combos. The El Camino was cool but everything since is no Bueno in my eyes.

Bring me a 4 door SUV on the ram chassis to compete in the Taho/Escalade realm.

 

[4x15mph]

Yhea, I don't know what the platform will be. I do see references to a diesel being in the works as far as an engine option. Not for everyone but if you have/had a jeep you may like this alternative.

 

[Ronnie]

This is different from the jeep truck my roommate had in college, back in the late 80s/early 90s. His was more like a Toyota sr5 and I'm almost sure it was a 4 cylinder, maybe 6.

This is not something that would make my shortlist if I was in the market. I've only had one jeep and it will be the last one I ever own, it was great for a while but once the problems started they never stopped. Not more than 5 minutes after I traded it in the dealer's tech came in to tell the salesman that the check engine light came on as they drove it into their back lot.

 

[BMF JK]

ahhh the illusive jeep truck , been talked about since the jk jeep came out in 2007. If a truck actually goes into production it more than likely will be the same chassis , but slightly stretched for a longer wheelbase . A v8 ... Maybe but doubtful . Granted the jeep is not the same as a 1/2 or 3/4 ton for towing . With some relatively easy mods you could exceed the 3500 towing capacity and not dread towing your boat . The biggest would be the ring and pinion gear ratio . I have a 2010 jku with lift and 37 in tires , I swapped out the stock 3:73 gear set and went with 5:13 gears . Huge difference ! Current boat is just over 3500 and new boat we ordered is around the same . Yes still not a full size truck with a v8 , but sure is fun hauling the boat to the lake with doors off and top down !!

 

[greg]

I am waiting to get this to pull the boat next year.
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk
Powertrain
It should seem obvious that the supercharged Hellcat V-8 would eventually find its way into a few more engine bays. Paired with four-wheel drive, the 6.2-liter’s 707 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque could help the Grand Cherokee breach 60 mph in less than four seconds.

 

[BMF JK]

I am waiting to get this to pull the boat next year.
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk
Powertrain
It should seem obvious that the supercharged Hellcat V-8 would eventually find its way into a few more engine bays. Paired with four-wheel drive, the 6.2-liter’s 707 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque could help the Grand Cherokee breach 60 mph in less than four seconds.

Id give my left one for that engine in my wrangler !!

 

[onuxi]

My bet is a rejuvenated Jeep Comanche on the JKU frame.

 

[RightStuff]

Id give my left one for that engine in my wrangler !!

This shop will do one for you (or any Hemi): http://dakota-customs.com

I think they are the same guys that did the Viper V10 Wrangler if you have heard about that one...