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Jeep Wrangler Whitecap: A Heritage Flex with Fresh Paint

Jeep has never been shy about leaning into its past—especially when the present looks this good. The brand’s ongoing Twelve 4 Twelve celebration continues with the reveal of its second limited-buzz model, the 2026 Jeep Wrangler Whitecap, a special-edition package that trades subtlety for a confident nod to 85 years of off-road heritage.

At a glance, the Whitecap is all about contrast. Inspired by the classic CJ-Universal and its unmistakable Arctic White top, this Wrangler turns a historic design cue into a modern statement. The execution is deliberately bold: a Bright White painted hardtop, a matching seven-slot grille, and crisp white graphics that pop against the bodywork. It’s retro without being kitschy—recognizably Jeep, but clearly contemporary.

Jeep isn’t positioning the Whitecap as a novelty trim, either. Offered exclusively on Sahara and Rubicon models, it builds on trims that already define opposite ends of the Wrangler spectrum: everyday livability on one side, hardcore trail dominance on the other. That duality is very much the point.

“The Jeep Wrangler Whitecap is more than a special edition, it’s a statement,” said Jeep CEO Bob Broderdorf, underscoring the brand’s intention to blend heritage with customization and visual impact.

Mechanically, nothing is watered down. Buyers can choose between the familiar 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder or the 3.6-liter Pentastar V6, both paired with Jeep’s proven 4×4 systems. Depending on configuration, Whitecap models use Jeep-exclusive Selec-Trac part-time or full-time transfer cases, maintaining the Wrangler’s reputation for genuine, no-excuses off-road capability. This isn’t a paint-and-decal exercise—it’s the full Wrangler experience, just dressed sharper.

The details are where the Whitecap earns its name. Along the sides, a Bright White “1941” stripe pays homage to Jeep’s origins, while Rubicon models add a white hood decal for extra attitude. Rubicon buyers can also spec body-color fender flares, bringing the whole two-tone look together. For those who want open-air freedom without committing to removable panels, Jeep even offers the Sky One-Touch power top with Bright White accents—an unexpectedly elegant twist on a typically rugged feature.

Pricing reflects the package’s cosmetic focus rather than a wholesale rework. The Whitecap starts at $2,690 on Sahara (including the optional body-color hardtop) and $3,185 on Rubicon (which also bundles body-color fender flares). The Rubicon X version carries a much smaller $495 premium, making it the easiest entry point into the Whitecap look.

In a market where special editions often blur together, the Wrangler Whitecap stands out by doing something very Jeep: mining its own history and turning it into a bold visual signature. It won’t make your Wrangler faster, quieter, or more efficient—but it will make it unmistakable. And for a brand built on identity as much as capability, that might be exactly the point.

Source: Jeep

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2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition

A few days ago, Jeep introduced the Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition, which will mark the end of the version with a V8 engine. It is a limited edition that differs from the standard version in several accessories, and only the best Jeep connoisseurs will notice them.

The Wrangler 392 Final Edition received special decals on the front air vents and hood, special 17-inch wheels with the option to order “beadlock” forged bronze rims, which are mounted on BFGoodrich all-terrain tires. Buyers can optionally choose a winch that will cost them $10,200, side skirts-sliders for tough off-road terrain and a front grille guard with three supports.

The interior of the car is decorated with more luxurious seats with 12-way electric adjustment covered in Nappa leather, Mayan gold stitching on the steering wheel, special gear lever, 12.3-inch Uconnect touchscreen infotainment system, side air curtains. There are also several Mopar accessories, including a folding table mounted on the tailgate and an 83-piece cutlery set.

Under the bonnet is still a powerful 6.4-liter V8 engine with 476 hp (355 kW) and 470 lb-ft (637 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to all wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Jeep will produce 3,700 copies of this model, of which 3,300 are intended for the domestic market, 300 for Canada, and the remaining 100 for the rest of the world. Price US pricing starts at $99,995, which is $7,855 more than the standard Rubicon 392.

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2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition
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37 years since the Jeep Wrangler hit the market

At the 1986 Chicago Auto Show, Jeep premiered the successor to the Jeep CJ, the Jeep Wrangler. It’s been 37 years since then, and the Wrangler has withstood all its competitors. The fact that it was sold in 5 million copies shows how popular the car is.

That’s quite an achievement, especially considering that the Wrangler is, in any case, a limited niche model. Still, this sales result makes the Wrangler the best-selling Jeep model of all time. Since it’s still in production and more popular than ever, this million mark will be hard to beat by any other model from the American automobile marque.

When it hit the market, the car had a new chassis, upgraded suspension, a more practical interior, but also better handling on the road. Ten years later, the second generation arrived with classic round headlights, which, like the first, remained for a whole decade. In 2006, Jeep presented the third generation known as the JK Wrangler, which was built on a new platform and with a new chassis. It was the best-selling model and was produced until 2017.

The current generation Jeep Wrangler was unveiled at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show. It was the first time that Jeep offered this model as a mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid, which indicated that the company is seriously thinking about following the trend of electrification of cars.

When it comes to powertrains, the Wrangler is currently offered with five engine options: a 3.6L Pentastar V6 with 285 hp (210 kW) and 260 lb-ft (360 Nm), a 2.0L turbo I4 with 270 hp (199 kW) and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm), 6.4L HEMI V8 with 470 hp (346 kW) and 470 lb-ft (640 Nm), 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 with 260 hp (191 kW) and 442 lb-ft (600 Nm), and a 2.0L plug-in hybrid turbo I4 with 375 hp (276 kW) and 470 lb-ft (640 Nm) of torque.

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37 years since the Jeep Wrangler hit the market