Give me the Diesel!!!

Drove a 2011 4dr JK with the Diesel in it and what a difference it was compared to my 2 door I have. It was noticeably faster and the mini computer showed an average MPG of 20+. I just don't get why it isn't an option? I would say it isn't a case of refinement anymore as the diesel was just barely louder than the standard 3.8 we all have now.

 

I heard they were going to put an upgraded 3.8 liter with like 300 hp

 

We'll want more. Ford is getting 365 horsepower and 420 pound-feet out of its 3.5-liter twin turbo EcoBoost engine. They estimate it costs $1000 more than a V-8 to build. Chrysler needs to offer something like that as a high end option in the Jeep (plus it will give those die-hard "Jeep's-gotten too-complicated-so-it's-no-longer-really-a-Jeep" voices something new to complain about).

 

My first major mod after I bought my 07 shows how confident I am in seeing an OEM V-8 for the Wrangler.

I also believe that the new Pentastar, while probably an improvement, is not going put the regear, superchip, or V-8 aftermarket companies out of business.

 

Be careful what you say. Someone at Jeep might misconstrue this and think its a good idea to add to the retreating line of Jeeps... Introducing the all new EcoJeep! 2WD hybrid that runs on the sun, flowers, and dreams...

Totally wouldn't surprise me given the current trend of the Patriot, Commander, and Comp-ass.