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2024 Jeep Wrangler

It’s been 37 years since the world’s most famous and capable off-road model, the Jeep Wrangler, hit the market. It has been sold in 5 million units worldwide, and now Jeep has unveiled a redesigned version for European customers that will arrive in mid-2024.

The new Wrangler gets a new front grille and a choice of hard or soft top, as well as a Sky One-Touch roof. It will be offered in 10 body colors, including the new Anvil. Inside, the 12-way adjustable front seats are upholstered in black leather with contrasting blue stitching. Black leather also covers the door panels, dashboard and armrest. On the central part of the dashboard there is a 12.3-inch screen of the fifth generation of the multimedia system Uconnect (standard).

When it comes to powertrains, the Wrangler will be offered with two types of engines. The 2.0-liter turbo gasoline engine with 272 hp (200 kW) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. This version will be available as a limited edition and only in certain markets such as Germany, Italy, Poland and Spain.

The second version, Wrangler 4xe, is powered by a 2.0-liter gasoline engine combined with an electric motor with a total power of 380 hp (279 kW) and 470 lb-ft (637 Nm) of torque. It is equipped with a 17 kWh battery and will use a 400V architecture. The driver will have three driving modes at his disposal: Hybrid, Electric and eSave, which can be selected via the E Selec buttons.

Source: Jeep

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1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS N/GT is up for auction

In 1992, Porsche introduced the limited edition 911 Carrera RS N/GT. It is a very rare collector’s car with racing performance but road legal. It was produced in only 290 copies, and one of them is up for auction.

The 911 Carrera RS is powered by an upgraded air-cooled 3.8-liter M64/03 flat six engine with 332 hp (244 kW). Power is sent to all wheels via a 5-speed manual transmission with a ZF limited-slip differential. It is mounted on 17-inch magnesium alloy wheels by SM.

This rare car is finished in black, and is in mint condition. In January 2016, Widberg Motorsport installed new brake pads, coil-over suspension, and clutch, which cost 23,000 CHF. Two years later, a partial rebuild was carried out to bring the car back to factory specification, costing just over CHF 13,000. It is equipped with the M003 package, which includes an aluminum hood, new electronics, lightweight door panels, thinner glass, a roll cage, a larger tank and new floor mats. The interior features Nemex racing seats, a fire extinguisher and six-point seat belts. The odometer shows 40,967 kilometers.

The car is offered at RM Sotheby’s auction which will take place on 15 September 2023. It comes with a stamped service book and Porsche factory data sheet. Estimated value is CHF250,000 – CHF350,000.

Source: RM Sotheby’s

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Alfa Romeo Project Kid

Alfa Romeo appears to be developing its smallest SUV, and recently released photos point to what the Italian manufacturer is calling Project Kid.

Of course, the car is still in the development stage, so we can only talk about what is seen in the photos. At first glance, the car’s design resembles a larger SUV, the Alfa Romeo Tonale. Aggressive front fascia, Trefoil grille, logo positioned on the hood, and slim rear lights give the impression of luxury.

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The car should be built on the STLA Small (eCMP2) platform used by other models from the Stellantis group, such as the Jeep Avenger and the Fiat 600e.

When it comes to the powertrain, there is no official information yet. It is assumed that there will be powertrain options as the Project Kid is based on the same platform as the Jeep Avenger, which is available with a 1.2-liter three-cylinder turbo petrol engine with 155 hp and 240 Nm of torque, but also with a 154 hp electric motor and has a range up to 400 kilometers.

Whether and when the car will go into production is unknown.

Source: cochespias1 via Instagram

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