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2008 Jeep Liberty
2008 Jeep Liberty All-new From the Ground Up
All-new 2008 Jeep Liberty remains true to its legendary 4×4 heritage.Improved on-road ride and handling with new independent front and new five-link rear suspension systems
All-new Jeep classic exterior styling, functional interior space and upgraded amenities designed to broaden its appeal to consumers.
Industry-exclusive Sky Slider full-open canvas roof.
The Jeep Liberty has remained a leader in the mid-size sport-utility vehicle (SUV) market since its introduction in 2002. The popular mid-size SUV gives off-road enthusiasts and owners their own sense of personal freedom and capability that only defines the Jeep brand.
All-new from the ground up for 2008, the Jeep Liberty remains true to its legendary 4×4 heritage by offering two Jeep Trail Rated four-wheel-drive systems Command-Trac and the all-new Selec-Trac II. On-road ride and handling have been improved and refined with the new independent front suspension, new five-link rear suspension and rack-and-pinion steering.
Liberty’s exterior has been redesigned, and takes on a more rugged, classic Jeep look that is sure to captivate the attention of current Jeep Liberty owners and broaden its consumer appeal.Inside, cargo and storage space increases and seat comfort improves. Making its world debut is the new Sky Slider full-open canvas roof, an industry-exclusive; giving the Jeep Liberty that “Only in a Jeep” open-air experience. Remote start, rain-sensing wipers, memory seats and mirrors, and express up/down windows are added to the vehicle’s ever-growing list of available features and options. There are two models Jeep Liberty Sport and Jeep Liberty Limited.“The all-new 2008 Jeep Liberty stands out from the competition by offering customers classic Jeep design, two four-wheel-drive systems, refined on-road ride and handling, cargo and utility, as well as features that are not typically found on vehicles in the mid-size SUV segment,” said George Murphy, Senior Vice President Global Marketing, Chrysler Group.
The all-new Jeep Liberty is designed to appeal to customers who are looking for Jeep 4×4 capability as well as comfort and convenience. It is targeted to young couples and new families, as well as professional, young single men and women between 30 and 40 years of age, balanced male to female. Jeep Liberty owners will balance day-to-day responsibilities with their passion for adventure as well as the outdoors.They are athletic, and pursue activities that combine their various interests with their active lifestyle. The Jeep Liberty will be available at Jeep dealerships starting in the third quarter of 2007.
Engineering
The all-new 2008 Jeep Liberty offers a balance of off-road capability and on-road refinement. All-new independent front suspension, all-new five-link rear suspension, and a power rack-and-pinion steering system contribute to the all-new 2008 Jeep Liberty’s blend of on-road ride comfort and nimble, confidence-inspiring handling
Two four-wheel-drive systems all-new Selec-Trac II, full-time four-wheel-drive system and Command-Trac, a part-time four-wheel-drive system both are Jeep Trail Rated.
The 3.7-liter SOHC V-6 engine provides the 2008 Jeep Liberty with competitive peak power and torque while providing smooth, quiet operation and proven durability. It produces 210 hp (157 kW) @ 5,200 rpm and 235 lb.-ft. (319 N%u2022m) of torque @ 4,000 rpm. Fuel economy has been improved and now achieves an estimated *16 city (18 mpg using 2007 EPA standards), and *22 mpg on the highway (23 mpg based on 2007 EPA standards).
Two transmissions are offered on the Jeep Liberty in the United States: a six-speed manual transmission and a four-speed automatic transmission.
The 2008 Jeep Liberty was designed and engineered under the Chrysler Development System (CDS), the comprehensive, coordinated and disciplined product creation process that improves quality and speed-to-market while reducing costs and encouraging practical innovation in new products.
Design
In its first redesign since its introduction, the all-new 2008 Jeep Liberty embraces its roots by taking on a more rugged, classic Jeep design that is guaranteed to strengthen its draw to current owners and broaden its appeal to a new audience. Jeep classic exterior styling and functional interior space are designed to broaden its consumer appeal Industry-exclusive Sky Slider full-open canvas roof brings “Only in a Jeep” open-air experience to mid-size SUV market Cargo capacity increases and front and rear passengers will notice the improved seat comfort along with added space.
Safety and Security
The 2008 Jeep Liberty has a full range of active and passive safety systems. Among the vehicle’s standard equipment are Electronic Stability Program, Electronic Roll Mitigation, All-speed Traction Control, Brake Assist, advanced anti-lock brakes, rain sensing wipers, Tire Pressure Monitoring, and side-curtain air bags. Read Article
2008 Jeep Liberty



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Matthew1Matthew1 - 4/4/2007 7:36:47 AM
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How can Jeep keep turning out these heaps?

What a woeful interior. Poor doesn't even cover it.

The Wrangler is the best Jeep, as its cheap interior and shoddy build-quality is somehow fitting on such a rugged vehicle.

To continue the theme to a more 'urban' vehicle DOES NOT WORK.

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MarkMark - 4/4/2007 8:59:52 AM
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Wow, look at the inspiration there....all they did was copy the interior to the old Cherokee and make it all boxy and stale.

Another winner!!

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PlanBPlanB - 4/4/2007 10:07:27 AM
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I like the Mini-Commander styling. BUT... in classic Dodge-Chrysler form they cheaped out on the interior. sigh... Somebody needs to tell these guys that all of their cars shouldn't make people feel like they're sitting in a giant beverage cooler.

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atomicbriatomicbri - 4/4/2007 10:11:37 AMView My AgentSpace
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You know what is really funny?? All these cheap interiors are being approved by DaimlerChrysler, in which the Damiler half is in control....yet they wonder why Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep sales decline...WAKE UP MERCEDES!! If you made the C/D/J Group good from the starting gate, you may have not needed to look for a buyer.

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r_driver04r_driver04 - 4/6/2007 9:58:47 AM
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Mercedes can only throw so much money away on Chrysler. They've been done for a while. I would never own a Chrysler product because their reliability and severe rate of depreciation. They're only bested by Mitsubishi I believe.


dumpstydumpsty - 4/4/2007 10:13:18 AM
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The current Liberty sell fairly well.

Now to offer a larger version with updated interior and exterior will be 'plus' for Jeep enthusiasts.

DCX seems to be putting the Liberty/Nitro up firmly against the new Escape/Mariner SUVs.

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S4cabriofoxoneS4cabriofoxone - 4/4/2007 8:53:38 PMView My AgentSpace
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I find the current Liberty's interior nicer than this one.


1970toyotamarc1970toyotamarc - 4/4/2007 12:08:36 PM
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210 hp from a 3.7L engine, and with that lousy fuel economy. Why do people keep buying these things? And it always seems to have had an identity crisis. Is it a mid-sized family vehicle (Highlander, Pilot, Edge) or a compact cute ute (Escape, RAV, CR-V)? Why is it that every Chrysler SUV (except the Grand Cherokee) seems to be just a little too big or a little too small?

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zorbeezezorbeeze - 4/4/2007 12:34:42 PM
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Talk about a box on wheels. Never liked the Liberty, the Grand Cherokee was killed with the new one that came out a few years ago. Jeep has lost it's touch.

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jt716jt716 - 4/4/2007 1:04:49 PMView My AgentSpace
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Plastic city in there...Nope..

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M53RM53R - 4/4/2007 2:21:09 PMView My AgentSpace
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huu stop pushing! We know you want that car badly but try and get in line....! :p

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no1listensanywayno1listensanyway - 4/4/2007 5:05:36 PMView My AgentSpace
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I understand there is some animosity between Daimler and Chrysler, but MB really has to step up and start sending some manpower to help out with Chryslers designs. Im not even saying mechanical at this point but more just along the lines of interior materials...

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S4cabriofoxoneS4cabriofoxone - 4/4/2007 8:56:57 PMView My AgentSpace
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Well, considering Mercedes is selling Chrysler off... I would think that they could flush all of Jeep's sales down the toilet and not care- they're still getting $7 billion off of the Chrysler Group.


S4cabriofoxoneS4cabriofoxone - 4/4/2007 8:55:49 PMView My AgentSpace
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So disappointing... cheap interior, cheap engines, cheap designers...

And yet so expected.

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JCF110JCF110 - 4/6/2007 11:33:25 AM
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I would rather the new Ford Escape over this ugly cluncker!!!

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jt716jt716 - 4/8/2007 9:10:55 AMView My AgentSpace
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The Escape is 1000 times better looking and quality is wayy better

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EnnNorakEnnNorak - 4/21/2007 4:32:25 PM
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Where is the anticipated diesel version? Why the obsolete 3.7 V6 while the uglier Nitro gets the improved 4-litre V6? Are there misfits in the organiztion who stay up all night trying to figure out ways to kill the Jeep brand or is someone just smoking the wrong stuff?

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