DETAILED: Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept - Would A 450HP V8 Sway You From The Bronco?

The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept is the brand's not-so-subtle way of teasing that a model featuring a new 6.4-liter V8 is on the imminent horizon. The mill pumps out an impressive 450 horsepower (336 kilowatts) and 450 pound-feet (610 Newton-meters) of torque, which is a huge upgrade over the existing 3.6-liter V6 making 285 hp (213 kW) and 260 lb-ft (353 Nm).

If this sounds too good to be true, then be optimistic. In the concept's announcement, Jeep heavily hints that a production version could happen. "Jeep enthusiasts have been clamoring for a V-8-powered production Wrangler in recent years and the new Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept is an indication they may soon get their wish," the automaker's press release says.

MDarringer - 7/13/2020 11:29:21 AM

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A Hemi Wrangler is easy sales waiting to happen, but Hemi Wranglers may replace Mustang videos on YouTube.

skytop - 7/13/2020 12:41:34 PM

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Too rough riding, noisy and getting long in the tooth in looks.

MDarringer - 7/13/2020 12:59:52 PM

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Jeep would do tons of business on a smaller "Scrambler" with IRS front and back done in the style of a Wrangler/dune buggy kind of thing that maintains the rugged, outdoorsy feel of the Wrangler but with the civility that IRS would give. Such a vehicle could also be fitted with an XJ Cherokee looking body and replace the Fiatokee.

scenicbyway12 - 7/13/2020 1:06:31 PM

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Poser Jeep.