Every Jeep SUV has the DNA of the original Willys off-road vehicle. However, the most direct descendant of that World War II vehicle is the Wrangler. The all-new 2018 Wrangler handles mountain roads, straight highways, rocky trails, and low rivers with ease, making it a great choice for any Wyoming resident.
Stick to Winding Mountains
The mountain roads in Wyoming can be surprisingly steep and winding, making them a challenge to drive on a dry summer day and almost impossible when it snows in winter. However, the Wrangler has several features to make those tough mountain drives easier. First, every Wrangler comes with a 4×4 drivetrain standard, and the Selec-Trac System can automatically switch to four-wheel drive when the road conditions demand it. You also have Hill Descent Control, a feature that automatically controls your speed when you’re going downhill so that you can concentrate on steering.
Use Accessory-Ready Features
The Wrangler fits many unusual roles, making it famous for the variety of accessories you can attach to your vehicle. Jeep knows this, which is why the new 2018 Wrangler comes with available features that help integrate these accessories. These include a steel bumper strong enough to mount a winch on and a heavy-duty electrical group that upgrades the battery and alternator, while adding electrical hookups you can control from the driver’s seat. This means you can power your winch and your extra lights without worrying about the power drain.
Spend Less Fuel on Straightaways
The Jeep Wrangler has never been the most efficient vehicle of its size thanks to its off-road features and durable steel design, but the 2018 Wrangler is the most efficient vehicle to bear the name. While the 2017 model could only manage 21 mpg on the highway, the redesigned V-6 uses new technology and a lighter design to deliver up to 25 highway mpg. The 2018 Wrangler can also come with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that uses a turbocharger to deliver similar performance numbers while weighing much less.
Drive Any Trail
Wyoming has a few paved highways connecting its towns and cities, but it also has massive stretches of hills, mountains, and deserts with no pavement in sight. The Wrangler opens up those trails no matter how rough they might be, especially if you have the top Rubicon trim. The Rubicon has all the advantages of a Wrangler and adds 33-inch all-terrain tires, a 4:1 crawl ratio for very rough terrain, a sway bar disconnect for uneven terrain, and Tru-Lok front and rear locking differentials for very slippery terrain.
With over 640 miles of established off-road vehicle trails, Wyoming is a paradise for anyone whose idea of fun is to climb in a truck or SUV and see how far it can go. The Wrangler is perfect for trails like these and for the off-road enthusiasts who drive them. So, if you want to conquer the greatest challenges, you should invest in the greatest tool you can buy.
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