New Jeep® Renegade
OVERVIEW
page 02
DESIGN
page 06
ENGINEERING
page 09
POWERTRAIN
page 11
FRAME, SUSPENSION AND STEERING
page 17
SAFETY
page 20
CONNECTIVITY & INFOTAINMENT
page 25
JEEP RENEGADE & MOPAR®
page 27
MANUFACTURING
page 28
LINEUP
page 28
Jeep® Renegade:
the new, Small ‘global trotter’ of the Jeep Brand
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First Fiat Chrysler Automobiles vehicle produced in cooperation between Italy and the United States
and sold in more than 100 countries around the world
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New Renegade expands the Jeep® range globally and marks the brand’s first entry in the Small sportutility vehicle (SUV) segment delivering fuel efficiency and on-road manners combined with true Jeep
off-road capability
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Fresh, contemporary exterior design with true Jeep heritage styling cues
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All the freedom of the Jeep open-air driving experience thanks to two special sunroof configurations,
including the unique-to -the segment 'My Sky'
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Renegade's all-new interior exudes an energetic appearance with rugged and functional details, crafted
in high-quality materials and inspired colours
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First Small SUV with nine-speed automatic transmission
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First rear-axle disconnect in the segment: improves fuel efficiency and uses 4WD only when necessary
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‘Jeep Active Drive’ and ‘Jeep Active Drive Low’: two advanced full-time 4x4 systems deliver the
legendary Jeep off-road capability
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5 fuel-efficient powertrain combinations available for the South Africa region – comprising three
MultiAir petrol engines, one MultiJet II diesel engine, one E.torQ engine and a choice of two manual
and one automatic transmission
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All-new
“small-wide
4x4
architecture”
combines
best-in-class
off-road
capability
with world-class on-road driving dynamics
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Cutting edge technological features including UConnect touchscreens and a 7” full colour premium
multiview display, the largest in the segment
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‘Best in class’ safety: advanced available or standard safety and security features, including 6 standard
airbags, ESC with Electronic Rollover Mitigation (ERM), Parkview rear camera, Forward Collision
Warning-Plus, Adaptive Cruise control and LaneSense Departure Warning-Plus
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Available in the Longitude, Limited and Trailhawk trim levels
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Sales of the new model will start in the EMEA region during the fourth quarter of 2014 and in South
Africa during the second half of 2015
Following the world reveal at the Geneva Motor Show in March and the US première at the New York
International Auto Show in April, the new Jeep Renegade, the Small SUV now makes its debut to the international
press before its market launch across the EMEA region starting end of September.
The all-new Jeep® Renegade expands the brand’s vehicle lineup, entering the growing Small sport-utility vehicle
(SUV) segment, while staying true to the adventurous lifestyle and 4x4 capability Jeep is known for.
Determination, skill and desire to be part of one solid team are the most important ingredients in the making of
the new Jeep Renegade, the first Fiat Chrysler Automobiles vehicle to be jointly developed by Italian and
American designers and engineers and the first model in the brand's history to be built in Italy, at the refurbished
SATA plant in Melfi (Basilicata). An all-new Jeep, resulting from the combination between the design,
functionality and off-road expertise of the U.S. brand – 73 years of freedom and 4x4 driving – and the style and
the dynamic features that are signature cues of the Italian cars all over the world.
Jeep Renegade is a model packed with a strong stylistic personality. Agile and spacious, it is perfect for errands
across town and with its off-road capabilities it is ready to explore new off-road trails. It boasts best-in-class
interior roominess, excellent on-road driving dynamics and unsurpassed off-road capabilities.
Two new, advanced 4x4 systems – Jeep Active Drive and Jeep Active Drive Low - incorporate a category-exclusive
rear axle disconnect system that seamlessly switches between two- and four-wheel-drive for reduced energy loss
when 4x4 capability isn’t needed and improving fuel efficiency in the process.
The first in the segment nine-speed automatic transmission ensures benchmark performance both on and offroad. A range of fuel-efficient engines available in five powertrain combinations make sure the new Renegade
satisfies every customer’s needs.
In South Africa, the new Jeep Renegade will be available with a full-range comprising three different trim levels Longitude, Limited and Trailhawk - a total of five fuel-efficient powertrain combinations and a choice of turbo
diesel and petrol engines that will be available in four-wheel drive or front wheel- drive configurations. Sales of
the new model will start in South Africa during the second half of 2015.
The engine range offering comprises one MultiAir, one E.torQ and two MultiAir II petrol engines and one MultiJet
II diesel engine. The transmission offering includes a choice of five or six-speed manuals and the first in the
segment nine-speed automatic transmission.
Exterior
From the start, Jeep designers knew the Renegade would need to deliver best-in-class off-road capability with
city-sized proportions while at the same time enhancing versatility, maneuverability and style. Additionally,
designers were tasked to create an all-new SUV that would symbolize the Jeep brand’s renowned American
design, as it would mark the brand’s first entry into the Small SUV segment in more than 100 markets around the
globe. Renegade had to offer the open-air freedom that dates back to its 1941 roots, with the Jeep Willys MB,
and still present today with the current Jeep Wrangler
The result is a vehicle that builds on the Jeep Wrangler’s powerful stance, and features a fresh, all-new exterior
styling that will certainly appeal to youthful and adventurous customers who recognize themselves in the wellknown Jeep design inspired by the values of freedom and adventure. The vehicle’s exterior has a purposeful look
with rugged body forms and aggressive wheel-to-body proportion. From any angle it reveals the distinctive
design cues of the brand's stylistic heritage, such as round headlights, signature seven-slot grille and trapezoidal
wheel arches. Two open-air roof systems will also be available to provide customers with open-air freedom: a
large dual pane electric sliding glass roof and the unique to segment 'My Sky'. With its two lightweight panels
that can be easily and conveniently removed and stowed in the boot, 'My Sky' introduces segment-exclusive
panoramic open air experience.
A total of seven wheel designs are available on the new Jeep Renegade. All are five-lug designs with specific
finishes ranging from 16” to 18”.
Interior
The interior features a modern, refined look, in line with the brand's DNA. The cabin is characterized by
maximum attention to detail, innovative colour combinations, high-quality materials, advanced technological
contents and clever and functional storage areas.
The interior boasts a distinctive, fresh form language, which Jeep designers have titled “Tek-Tonic.” This new
design theme is defined by the intersections of soft and tactile forms with rugged and functional details. Major
surfaces, such as the sculpted soft-touch instrument panel, are intersected with bold functional elements like the
passenger grab handle – indispensable for off-road adventures and borrowed from its big brother, the legendary
Jeep Wrangler. Unique “protective clamp fasteners,” anodized design accents and inspired colours are derived
from extreme sports equipment. And to make sure all of the needed passenger gear fits, the Renegade is
designed with an efficient and flexible interior package that includes a fold-forward front-passenger seat and
class-exclusive removable, reversible and height-adjustable Cargo load floor.
Engines
The Jeep Renegade engine range offers a choice of five fuel-efficient powertrain combinations designed to suit
the needs of the markets. It includes the 103 kW 1.4l MultiAir II Turbo petrol engine with Stop&Start featuring a
six-speed manual transmission and 4x2 configuration; the 125 kW 1.4l MultiAir II Turbo petrol engine with
Stop&Start, nine-speed automatic transmission and 4x4 configuration; the 88 kW 1.6l diesel MultiJet II with
Stop&Start, six-speed manual gearbox and 4x2 configuration; the 81 kW 1.6l E.torQ petrol engine with
Stop&Start, five-speed manual gearbox and 4x2 configuration and the 136 kW 2.4l “Tigershark” MultiAir, with
nine-speed automatic transmission in 4x4 configuration, exclusive to the Trailhawk derivative.
Nine-speed automatic transmission
The new Renegade introduces the first nine-speed automatic transmission in its category. When paired with
either the 125 kW 1.4l MultiAir II or the 136 kW 2.4l MultiAir Turbo engine, the nine-speed automatic
transmission delivers numerous benefits, including great acceleration, smooth power delivery and improved fuel
efficiency. The all-new, fully electronic nine-speed automatic transmission features shift-on-the-fly map changing,
with AutoStick manual shifting capability for improved fuel economy, performance and driving pleasure.
4x4 systems: ‘Jeep Active Drive’ and ‘Jeep Active Drive Low’
The all new Renegade features best-in-class approach and departure angles and two 4x4 systems - 'Jeep Active
Drive' and 'Jeep Active Drive Low' - the latter, thanks to a specific mapping of the gear ratios and the combination
with Hill Descent Control function and "Low range", provides an off-road behavior that places the Renegade at
the top of its category and offers the legendary off-road capability of the Jeep brand. Both systems supply the
proper amount of torque for any driving situation providing enhanced safety in slippery conditions such as rain
and snow, as well as optimal traction on aggressive starts.
The Jeep Active Drive and Active Drive Low systems are combined with the Jeep Selec-Terrain traction control
system with four settings (five for the Trailhawk model, which adds the Rock mode to Auto, Snow, Sand and
Mud) that ensures the desired on or off-road setting for optimum performance on any surface. With independent
suspension able to guarantee a maximum wheel articulation up to 205 mm and a ground clearance of up to 210
mm for the Trailhawk model, Jeep Renegade sets new standards in the Small SUV segment and offers best-inclass 4x4 capability.
The new Jeep Renegade is also the first Small SUV to be equipped with rear axle disconnect. This system reduces
energy loss when 4x4 capability is not needed and delivers 4x2 levels of fuel efficiency. The rear-axle disconnect
seamlessly switches between two- and four-wheel drive for full-time torque management without requiring input
from the driver.
Infotainment and safety
Jeep Renegade is beyond comparison in the segment when it comes to equipment providing onboard comfort
and infotainment and offers advanced technology features. This includes the UConnect system with 5” (a
standard feature on all trim levels) or 6.5" touchscreen with navigation, Bluetooth with hands free phone. The
Limited and Trailhawk versions of Jeep Renegade feature a 7” colour instrument cluster multiview display, the
largest in the segment.
Safety and security were also at the forefront in the development of the all-new Jeep Renegade offering an array
of advanced safety features, including six standard airbags, ESC with Electronic Rollover Mitigation (ERM),
Parkview rear camera, Forward Collision Warning-Plus, LaneSense Departure Warning-Plus-and Adaptive Cruise
Control.
DESIGN
The new Jeep® Renegade offers the open-air freedom and iconic styling Jeep is known for in an all-new efficient,
trail and urban-friendly size – designed to take the growing global Small SUV segment head-on with its boxy
proportions and purposeful design elements. Inside, the Renegade features high-quality materials, useful
features and thoughtful storage to maximize versatility and capability.
From the start, Jeep designers knew the Renegade would need to deliver best-in-class off-road capability with
city-sized proportions that exuded the brand’s rugged, versatile and functional styling. Secondly, designers knew
that this new Jeep would symbolize American design and ingenuity as it marks the brand’s first entry into the
Small SUV segment in more than 100 markets around the globe. Lastly, this new Jeep must provide youthful and
adventurous customers with world-class levels of craftsmanship and efficiency and, more importantly, the openair freedom of the legendary Jeep Wrangler.
Exterior design
Jeep Renegade builds on the Wrangler’s powerful stance, rugged body forms and aggressive proportions that
include best-in-class approach and departure angles purposely designed to deliver best-in-class capability.
At the front, Renegade is decidedly Jeep with its signature seven-slot grille. Large circular headlights convey the
typical Jeep look to the Renegade. Below the grille, a two-piece front fascia is aerodynamically tuned and
features a body-colour upper and molded-in-colour lower.
Short overhangs, trapezoidal wheel arches and a sculptural blend of fluid shapes interrupted by strong chamfers
create Renegade’s rugged bodyside form. Inheriting Jeep Wrangler’s DNA, the Renegade features beefy tyres,
wide fender forms, and a raised belt line that recalls the icon’s half-doors. Adding to the Renegade’s
contemporary look is an optional daylight opening which harks back to the Wrangler’s classic hardtop. At the sill,
this new Jeep SUV features lower molded-in-colour accent cladding that adds protection, all while lightening the
weight of the vehicle by visually placing more painted body above the wheel centers.
Linking the side profile to the rear is the familiar Jeep shield-shape that ties in the rear windscreen and Wranglerlike square tail-lights with black accent surround. For added detail, the tail-lights feature a new “X” form design
theme inspired by military equipment (fuel can) – exuding strength and playing on the Jeep brand’s roots.
My Sky offers open-air freedom
Just like the first Willys MB Jeep vehicles produced in 1941, the new Renegade offers open-air freedom with two
optional open-air roof systems: a large electric dual pane sliding glass roof or the unique to segment 'My Sky'.
With its two lightweight panels –front and rear - that can be easily and conveniently removed and stowed in the
rear cargo area, 'My Sky' introduces segment-exclusive panoramic open air experience with the characteristic
Renegade X” design theme.
Interior design
Jeep Renegade interior features a rugged and energetic appearance that builds upon the Jeep brand’s legendary
heritage. It’s precisely crafted details, innovative and high-quality colour and material appointments, state-ofthe-art technology, and clever storage features draw inspiration from contemporary extreme sports gear and
active lifestyles.
The Jeep Renegade interior was designed using four key principles:
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Make an emotional design impact
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Use high-quality materials with an inspired colour and materials story
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Integrate the latest state-of-the-art technologies
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Develop clever storage and intelligent use of space
When the Jeep designers began the interior design process, they started with a fresh canvas and simple design
brief: create a Small SUV that they themselves would aspire to own. This objective is strikingly apparent in the
Renegade’s dynamic lines, hand-sculpted forms, and emotional character.
Tek-Tonic design theme
The interior of the new Renegade has a distinctive form language which Jeep designers have titled “TekTonic.” The Tek-Tonic design theme is defined by the intersections of soft and tactile forms with rugged and
functional details. Major surfaces such as the sculpted soft-touch instrument-panel are intersected with bold
functional elements like the passenger grab handle. Indispensable for off-road adventures, the robust handle is
borrowed from its big brother, the legendary Jeep Wrangler. It cleverly integrates into the passenger air vent to
create a unique sculpted element. The unique center vent and the anodized bezel accents draw inspiration from
performance goggles and boots used in extreme sports. Unique protective clamps that surround the UConnect
touchscreens, shifter bezel, and front-door speaker bezels exude strength and precision. The clamp surrounding
the touchscreens is embossed with “Since 1941,” paying homage to the Jeep brand’s legendary history.
Jeep Renegade features a unique steering wheel with a thick rim section. Integrated audio, voice, and vehicle
controls add a new level of convenience and sophistication. For added driver’s comfort, a segment-exclusive
heated steering wheel is optionally available.
In front of the driver, the instrument cluster design includes a large analog speedometer and tachometer. For an
added sense of adventure, Renegade’s gauge cluster features a mud-splatter design graphic that originated from
one of the Jeep design team’s weekend paintball adventures. Straddling both gauges is a 3.5” monochrome
display or a state-of-the-art 7” TFT display that provides full-colour vehicle information and allows the driver to
enjoy a customized user experience. Both screens provide vehicle information and feedback through intuitive
design, all to keep the driver’s hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
The lower part of the dashboard neatly integrates climate controls, a dampened glove box and the media center
with USB, auxiliary input and 12-volt power connectivity for mobile devices. Proudly touting its Jeep design DNA
and capability is a rubberized mat in the storage compartment under the media center, molded with a
topography map of Moab, Utah – a legendary off-road spot for Jeep enthusiasts. Similar to the X-shape inspired
roof and tail-lights are the two front cup holders with the same embossed design detail that provides grip to
secure different-sized beverage containers.
The Jeep Renegade’s center console armrest is wrapped, providing a softer touch, and offers an adjustable
position for improved comfort. For added detail, the protective clamp bezel surrounds the transmission shifter
and is finished in an anodized accent colour to match the frames surrounding the climate control vents, the cup
holder and the speakers.
Passenger seats are ergonomically designed to support the contour of the body during longer journeys, and are
trimmed with premium cloth or leather. The Renegade includes a second-row 60/40-split seats, or for added
convenience, 40/20/40-split seats with cargo area pass-through is available.
In addition to its 351L of storage or 1,297L with rear seats folded flat, the vehicle features as optional equipment
a removable, reversible and height-adjustable cargo floor panel which can be used also to neatly stow the
removable My Sky roof panels in the lower part of the trunk. A uniquely designed Jeep My Sky roof-panel bag is
included to protect the panels and help keep the cargo area tidy. Maximizing versatility is a fold-forward front
seat that enables the new Renegade to accommodate long objects.
Following the Jeep interior design team’s philosophy for the Renegade, introduced and seen in the Jeep Grand
Cherokee and Cherokee, a new approach for colour and materials inspiration was obtained through different
lifestyle adventures and locations around the world, creating invigorating colour and material environments.
The new Jeep Renegade is available with several interior trim choices: each model of the new Jeep Renegade
includes two colour/trim combinations, with the exception of the Longitude and Limited, which offers three. The
following colour/trim options are available per model: two-tone Black/Sandstorm interior with Metal Diamond
bezel accents, monotone Black with Metal Diamond bezel accents (Longitude), two-tone Black/Sandstorm
interiors with Metal Diamond bezel accents (Longitude), two-tone Interior Bark Brown/Ski Gray with contrasting
Anodized Orange bezel accents and stitching (Longitude), monotone black leather with contrasting Ruby Red
bezel accents and stitching (Trailhawk), Black Leather (optional) with Ruby Red bezel accents and stitching
(Trailhawk), Black Premium fabric with Metal Diamond bezel accents (Limited), Black Leather (optional) with
Metal Diamond bezel accents and Beige stitching (Limited) and two-tone Bark Brown/Ski Gray Leather interiors
(optional) with Anodized Orange bezel accents and stitching (Limited).
ENGINEERING
Jeep Renegade offers a choice of two innovative driveline systems – Jeep Active Drive and Jeep Active Drive Low
– for best-in-class 4x4 capability in all driving conditions. The new model is also the first Small SUV to feature
rear-axle disconnect system delivering 4x2 levels of fuel-efficiency and instantly engaging 4x4 when traction is
needed. Both 4x4 systems incorporate rear-axle disconnect that automatically and seamlessly switch between
4x2 and 4x4 for full-time torque management and optimal traction when necessary and without requiring input
from the driver.
Jeep Active Drive
Enabled by an innovative power-transfer unit (PTU), Jeep Active Drive is fully automatic and delivers seamless
operation in and out of four-wheel drive, and at any speed. This system requires no driver intervention, delivers
yaw correction during dynamic events and improves both understeer and oversteer conditions. Jeep Active Drive
can provide up to 2,000 Nm of the engine’s available torque to the rear wheels, enabling optimal grip in lowtraction conditions. A fully variable wet clutch housed in the rear-drive module utilizes the Jeep brand’s
proprietary algorithms to provide the proper amount of torque for any driving condition, including low-traction
surfaces, aggressive starts and dynamic driving.
Jeep Active Drive Low
Jeep Active Drive Low builds on the Jeep Active Drive system and affords a 20:1 crawl ratio for genuine 4x4
capability. This system in combination with the petrol 2.4l with nine-speed transmission ensures best-in-class offroad capability in extreme off-road driving.
Jeep Active Drive Low adds Hill-descent Control to Selec-Terrain and the Trailhawk model features the "Rock"
Selec-Terrain function to maximize wheel traction and improve grip.
Hill-descent Control (HDC) enables a smooth and controlled hill descent in rough or slippery terrain without the
driver needing to touch the brake pedal. When selected, the vehicle will descend serious grades using the ABS
brake system to control each wheel's speed to ensure optimal pace and momentum.
Jeep Selec-Terrain system
Jeep Active Drive and Active Drive Low feature the brand’s Selec-Terrain traction-control system. Selec-Terrain
allows the driver to dial in the desired on or off-road setting for optimum performance.
Up to five customized settings are offered: Auto, Snow, Sand and Mud modes, and exclusively on the Trailhawk
model’s Jeep Active Drive Low system – Rock mode. For even greater Trail Rated off-road capability, Selec-Terrain
includes Selec-Speed Control with Hill-descent Control.
With Selec-Terrain, the driver can choose between five different driving programs to achieve the best driving
experience on all terrain:
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Auto (on all 4x4 Jeep Active Drive/Selec-Terrain systems) – The default mode that’s calibrated for
everyday driving. In most on-road conditions (dry and above freezing temperatures), the Auto mode
disconnects the rear driveline to ensure optimal fuel efficiency;
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Snow (on all 4x4 Jeep Active Drive/Selec-Terrain systems) – The system converts to a specifically
calibrated 4WD mode and is tuned (via chassis controls and transmission calibrations) to minimize
oversteer and maximize traction;
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Mud (on all 4x4 Jeep Active Drive/Selec-Terrain systems) – The system converts to a specifically
calibrated 4WD mode to maximize low-speed traction on slick muddy surfaces by providing additional
wheel slip (via specifically tuned chassis controls, differentials, and transmission ratios geared to a mudslick surface) ;

Sand (on all 4x4 Jeep Active Drive/Selec-Terrain systems) – The system converts to a specifically
calibrated 4WD mode to maximize low-speed traction on looser, sand covered surfaces by providing
additional wheel slip (via specifically tuned chassis controls, differentials, and transmission ratios geared
to a sand/loose particle surface) ;
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Rock (on Jeep Active Drive Low/Selec-Terrain 4x4 systems) – The system includes 4WD low capability.
This mode is available only on Trailhawk models.
POWERTRAIN
Segment-first nine-speed automatic transmission
The new Jeep Renegade is the first Small SUV to feature a nine-speed automatic transmission and is fitted to the
125 kW 1.4l MultiAir II Turbo engine and on the 2.4l Tigershark MultiAir petrol engine of the Renegade range.
The nine-speed automatic transmission enables the vehicle to optimize engine output and ensures aggressive
launches and smooth, efficient power delivery at highway speeds.
Like the new Jeep Cherokee, the Renegade’s nine-speed gearbox provides a more responsive driving experience
with quicker acceleration and smoother shifting. The wide ratio spread delivers a bold first gear ratio of 4.71 for
top performance at low rpm and small gear ratio steps affording luxury car levels of shifting refinement.
A unique set of four overdrive ratios improve highway fuel economy and reduce overall noise, vibration and
harshness (NVH) levels.
The all-new, fully electronic nine-speed automatic features on-the-fly shift-map changing with Auto Stick manual
shift capability. More than 20 individual shift maps for specific conditions optimize shift quality and shift points
for improved fuel economy, performance and drivability.
To determine the appropriate shift mode, the transmission software takes into account variables such as torque,
kick-down, longitudinal and lateral acceleration and grade changes.
For improved driving comfort and refinement, the transmission control strategy closely monitors temperature,
speed and electronic stability control activation. The result is automatic shifting ideally attuned to the
performance requirements of almost any driving demand.
But a Jeep SUV isn’t a Jeep SUV unless it delivers superior off-road performance. Uniquely suited to the
requirements of the Renegade Trailhawk model, the nine-speed automatic transmission accommodates a 20:1
crawl ratio setting. The Trail Rated 4x4 rock-crawl ratio is enabled by a 4.71:1 first gear ratio coupled with a
4.334:1 final drive to deliver its class-leading 20:1 crawl ratio.
Proven, fun-to-drive six-speed manual transmission
Jeep Renegade models equipped with the 103 kW 1.4l MultiAir Turbo and the 88 kW 1.6l MultiJet II feature a sixspeed manual transmission with 6.68 ratio spread and a 4.438 final-drive ratio for fuel efficiency at faster speeds.
And thanks to its first-gear launch ratio of 18.4:1, the gearbox delivers quick acceleration with smooth, precise
shift quality. A tubular intermediate shaft with equal-length half shafts helps mitigate unwanted torque steer.
This six-speed state-of-the-art manual transmission is built and designed by Fiat Powertrain Technologies and
belongs to a new group of compact transverse, three-shaft transmissions.
The six-speed is synchronized in all gears for smooth gear transitions. The shift cables are equipped with an
adjustment mechanism for enhanced shift feel as well as an enhanced start / stop sensor that picks up
movement to the gear (i.e. out of neutral).
The clutch system features a dual mass flywheel with pendulum damper for enhanced noise/vibration
characteristics at lower speed (i.e. reduced and/or eliminated “rattle). The clutch system is hydraulic for reduced
operating effort and reduced pedal vibration.
5-speed manual transmission
Jeep Renegade models equipped with the 81 kW 1.6l E.torQ engine are paired to a five-speed manual
transmission.
Developed for high-output applications, the proven C510 five-speed manual transmission has been upgraded for
improved shift quality, and features a 3.929 final-drive ratio to deliver quicker acceleration and faster top speed
without compromising fuel-efficiency. Designed to handle increased torque loads, this manual transmission
includes an intermediate shaft with equal-length half shafts to mitigate torque steer; and oversized half shafts for
increased strength and durability, and to reduce torsional stress in the driveline during performance driving.
Engine range
The new Jeep Renegade is powered by one diesel and four petrol engines and a total of five different powertrain
combinations.
The petrol engine offering includes the 103 kW 1.4l MultiAir II Turbo engine with Stop&Start paired to a six-speed
manual transmission, the 125 kW 1.4l MultiAir II Turbo engine with Stop&Start combined with the nine-speed
automatic transmission and the 81 kW 1.6l E.torQ engine with Stop&Start paired to a five-speed manual
transmission.
The diesel engine range comprises the 88 kW 1.6l MultiJet II with Stop&Start and a six-speed manual
transmission.
A 2.4l Tigershark MultiAir L4 petrol engine is available in the Renegade Trailhawk and it is paired to the ninespeed automatic transmission.
1.6l Turbo diesel Multijet II
A 1.6l Turbo Diesel engine is offered in the new Jeep Renegade and features second generation, MultiJet
technology developed and patented by Fiat Powertrain.
The MultiJet common rail injection system represents the most technologically advanced solution for
independently controlling high injection pressures (1,600 bar) of the engine rotation speed and quantity of fuel
injected. The engine management is capable of introducing small quantities of fuel (Pilot injections) in order to
optimize engine noise and reduce pollutant emissions, and to manage with the Main injection the amount of fuel
injected to provide the performance requested by the driver, thus allowing particularly smooth engine operation
in all situations.
The 1.6l I-4 Turbo diesel MultiJet II delivers 88 kW at 3,750 r/min and 320 Nm of torque at 1,750 r/min and is
paired with the six-speed manual transmission. Stop&Start technology helps reduce emissions and eliminates
fuel consumption that would result from idling. Includes a close-coupled Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) in order to
ensure efficient DPF regenerations and, as a consequence, lower fuel consumption.
The diesel engine features:
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Aluminium cylinder head with two camshafts (double overhead camshaft - DOHC), operating 4 valves per
cylinder (two intake and two exhaust) through a low friction actuation system (roller finger followers);
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Common Rail fuel system delivering up to 1,600 bar fuel pressure, with solenoid fuel injectors capable of
multiple injection events per combustion cycle with Injection Rate Shaping to reduce fuel consumption
and multiple post injections to optimize Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration efficiency;
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Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT)to combine power at high speed and low end torque;
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Improved EGR systems with enhanced cooling and double (high and low pressure) EGR system for high
performance versions to lower emissions and improve fuel efficiency;
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Balance shafts to reduce vibrations at high engine speed and NVH pack to ensure low noise emission.
1.4l MultiAir II Turbo engine
The 1.4l Turbo-MultiAir II engine is the smaller displacement variant from Fiat Chrysler new family of fourcylinder petrol engines and it is available on the Limited models.
The 1.4l MultiAir II Turbo engine is designed to take full advantage of the exclusive MultiAir valve train system
developed by Fiat Powertrain and includes a host of new engine components designed for reduced friction to
enhance the performance and fuel efficiency of Jeep’s first offering in the Small sport utility marketplace.
The 1.4l MultiAir II Turbo produces a maximum of 103 kW at 5,500 r/min and torque of 230 Nm at 1,750 r/min in
combination with the six-speed manual transmission. When paired with the 9-speed automatic gearbox and 4x4
the 1.4l MultiAir2 delivers 125 kW at 5,000 r/min and torque of 250 Nm at 2,500 r/min.
The 1.4l MultiAir II engine also incorporates “Stop/Start” technology.
Structurally, the 1.4l MultiAir Turbo engine starts with a durable cast-iron block and a structural aluminium
bedplate. The bore and stroke are 72 mm and 84 mm, respectively, for a total displacement of 1,368 cm3.
Boost pressure is dynamically managed to provide a broad torque curve over a wide variety of ambient
conditions, with a peak pressure of 22 psi at 4,000 r/min. Exclusive MultiAir valve-actuation technology controls
intake air, cylinder by cylinder and stroke by stroke. The resulting precision reduces carbon-dioxide emissions and
boosts fuel-economy up to 7.5 % compared with engines equipped with conventional valvetrains.
At the bottom end, a forged-steel crankshaft with select-fit main bearings is supported across five main journals.
The crankshaft and its counterweights are designed to reduce overall mass.
Durability is ensured with the use of lightweight forged-steel connecting rods that have been designed with a
unique cross-section to minimize longitudinal and lateral rod-bending.
Lightweight cast-aluminium pistons contribute to the overall efficiency of the reciprocating assembly and the
engine’s high-rpm capability. Full-floating piston pins are used for added strength.
Piston cooling jets, located at the bottom of each cylinder, contribute to fuel economy by squirting oil on the
bottom of the pistons. This helps maintain cylinder temperatures and reduce the possibility of hot spots along
the cylinder walls or at the top of the piston that could lead to spark knock.
2.4l Tigershark engine with MultiAir
Efficiency and refinement also are hallmarks of the 16-valve, 2.4l Tigershark four-cylinder engine with the
MultiAir electro-hydraulic, fully variable valve-actuation system available in the Renegade range. This high-tech
engine produces 136 kW at 6,400 r/min with torque of 232 Nm at 4,800 r/min and is mated exclusively with the
segment’s first nine-speed automatic transmission.
MultiAir technology uses a column of oil in place of the traditional mechanical link between the camshaft and
intake valves. The resulting precision maximizes intake manifold pressure, significantly reducing pumping losses.
MultiAir takes the innovation further by simultaneously controlling both valve opening and closing events to
more effectively manage combustion quality. This ensures the appropriate, effective compression ratio and
efficient internal exhaust-gas recirculation (EGR) for improved fuel economy.
Refinement was a key consideration in the design of every Tigershark component, from its fully isolated
aluminium head cover with integrated oil-separation system, to its high-pressure, die-cast aluminium block.
Sandwiched between the block and the steel oil pan is a lightweight, aluminium ladder-frame with integral oil
filter and oil-cooler adapter. This lends additional structural rigidity.
The oil pan itself boasts refinement. Acoustic material is sandwiched between its outer and inner stampings.
The Tigershark’s polymer-coated piston skirts and tighter piston-to-bore tolerances contribute to reduce NVH.
The cast-aluminium piston, combustion chamber and ports align with the MultiAir system for optimal combustion
and fuel economy.
Cast-aluminium pistons with a compression ratio of 10:1 are designed specifically for the engine and MultiAir
system.
Each bore is fitted with individual oil-squirters in the block that spray oil on the bottom of the pistons and bore
walls to maintain cylinder-wall and piston temperatures. This feature also helps prevent hot spots that could lead
to knock, while improving performance and fuel economy.
Fitted to the forged-steel crankshaft are powder-forged-steel connecting rods that feature a full-floating piston
pin with diamond-like carbon coating. This further reduces friction and improves fuel efficiency.
Vibration is minimized with the use of a balance shaft module. And to maintain adequate lubrication at all engine
speeds, the 2.4l MultiAir Tigershark features a two-stage oil-pressure relief system that reduces engine-oil
pumping loads at low engine speeds for better fuel efficiency.
Other key features of the 2.4l MultiAir Tigershark engine include:
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360-degree engine-to-transmission attachment;
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Coil-on-plug ignition with dual precious-metal spark plugs;
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Front-end accessory drive with automatic tensioning single-belt drive;
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Tigershark delivers reduced operating costs because its cam drive, cam-phasing and valve-train
components require no scheduled maintenance.
1.6l I4 “E-torQ” petrol engine
The 16-valve 1.6l E.torQ I-4 delivers 81 kW at 5,500 r/min and 152 Nm of peak torque at 4,500 r/min. Stop&Start
technology helps cut emissions and fuel consumption. Unique components help the lightweight engine deliver
high torque at low engine speeds while contributing to reduced fuel consumption. Graphite-coated pistons are
optimized to reduce friction and weight. Forged connecting rods and an aluminium oil pan aid weight savings. For
increased refinement, the E.torQ crankshaft features eight counterweights.
Stop&Start
The new Jeep Renegade is equipped with standard Stop&Start technology on all powertrain configurations. This
system automatically shuts down and restarts the engine to reduce the amount of idle time, thereby reducing
fuel consumption and emissions. This is most advantageous for vehicles which spend significant amounts of time
waiting at traffic lights or frequently stop in traffic. As a result, fuel economy gains can range from 5 – 10 %.
FRAME, SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Designed and engineered to deliver legendary Jeep capability, the new Renegade is the first Small sport-utility
vehicle (SUV) to use the all-new “small-wide 4x4 architecture.” With its fully independent suspension, Renegade
raises the bar in the Small SUV segment with best-in-class off-road capability, along with world-class on-road
driving dynamics and passenger safety.
As the first Jeep vehicle built exclusively outside of the United States to target global markets, the development
of Jeep Renegade was a global coordination of Jeep engineering and design, with Italian craftsmanship and
execution.
The Jeep Renegade’s modular architecture means many models can be built using the same basic underpinnings.
The result is better quality and reliability, less development time and improved tooling. The architecture that the
Renegade is built on comprises common modular and interchangeable components, and allows for modularity of
the wheelbase, front track, rear track, front overhang, and length and width across vehicle lines.
With extensive use of advanced steels, composites and advanced computer-impact simulations, the Jeep
Renegade’s architecture delivers world-class torsional stiffness for optimum control of body geometry. For
passengers, the new architecture delivers off-road durability and up to 205 mm of rear wheel articulation and
210 mm of ground clearance – all while feeling tighter and stiffer, with an added sense of confidence and control
during high speed on-road maneuvers.
Rigid body structure
Renegade features a unibody structure with the upper body and frame engineered as a single unit for a stiff and
more mass-efficient structure. Its rigid foundation can be credited to the extensive use of high-strength steel and
liberal use of structural adhesives. The new Small SUV utilizes approximately 70 % high-strength steel for
maximizing vehicle dynamics and crash performance while optimizing weight efficiency – the first Jeep vehicle to
use high-strength steel to this extent.
For additional weight and strength optimization, Renegade features an aluminium hood, front-cross beam and
hybrid rear crash box.
One of the most notable body structure features is the application of advance high-strength and “hot-stamped”
steels in the upper and under-body, A and B-pillars, front header, sills and rails. Combined, these structural
attributes enable the Jeep Renegade’s roof strength, as well as enhanced visibility via thinner pillar sections.
Enhanced chassis-to-body structure interfaces, including suspension brackets and cradle attachments, are
designed to ensure high stiffness at those points and minimize low-frequency noise into the cabin. Additionally,
this rigid body structure enabled engineers to dial-in the Jeep Renegade’s chassis tuning. The overall result is Jeep
Renegade’s solid, confident and refined feel on the road or trail.
Go anywhere Jeep capability with on-road performance
To deliver best-in-class off-road performance with the dynamics and comfort expected in a Small SUV, Renegade
features a MacPherson front-suspension design with exceptional rigidity for up to 170 mm of articulation,
increased cornering performance and reduced weight. A specially designed front cross member serves two roles
by providing rigidity to achieve greater acoustic comfort and to integrate a third-load line to improve energy
absorption in the event of a crash. A new innovation is the adoption of a “split” type shock absorber mounting
that transmits road vibrations to the body structure through two different routes for improved acoustics and
better efficiency of the shock absorber.
Designed to dampen unwanted harshness into the cabin and help handle the driveline’s torque, the Renegade’s
chassis architecture features an isolated rear cradle. Additionally, the rear cradle provides the attachment points
for Jeep Renegade’s lightweight Chapman suspension design’s two lateral links and half-shafts. With its highmounted strut-type shock absorbers and coil springs, this rear suspension design enables Jeep Renegade to
maximize spring rates, improve its roll-steer for on-road performance and offer up to 205 mm of rear-wheel
articulation for off-road adventures.
Premium Koni frequency selective damping system
Jeep Renegade is the first Jeep to integrate Koni’s frequency selective damping (FSD) front and rear strut system.
This damping system enables the Renegade to deliver world-class road-holding and handling characteristics. In
addition, the Koni FSD system actively filters out high-frequency suspension inputs from uneven road surfaces
and adjusts for comfort and smoothness while maintaining excellent ride control.
Advanced electric power steering system
Jeep Renegade features precise steering, thanks to its electric power steering (EPS) and driving steering torque
(DST) systems, which improve both handling and performance.
The vehicle features an advanced steering-column-mounted EPS system that utilizes the latest technology
delivering sporty handling by managing significant loads at all steering wheel operating speeds, and power assist
curves modulated according to driving conditions resulting in up to a 3 % improvement in fuel efficiency when
compared with a conventional hydraulic system. All of the power boost, or assist, is provided via an electric
motor, and because the system is fully electronic, the driver experiences optimal steering effort at all vehicle
speeds with improved fuel efficiency, since there is no parasitic loss from a power steering pump.
The Renegade’s DST system improves both driving safety and handling performance by actively carrying out
corrections, and automatically controls oversteer over surfaces with low grip in all driving conditions. Moreover,
the steering system is fully integrated with the vehicle’s electronic stability control (ESC) system to help
compensate in split-traction, torque steer and pull-drift (crowned road) situations.
Quiet interior environment
For Jeep Renegade to deliver a quiet interior cabin, engineers maximized the vehicle’s structural design and
tuned the interior environment for sound quality and level by isolating powertrain, wind and road noise.
This city-friendly sized Jeep features a noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) package that includes laminated
acoustic windshield glass, body-cavity silencing foam, under-flush rolled-framed doors with triple seals and
acoustic wheel-well liners to absorb road noise and quiet the cabin. Combined, these design improvements
provide the Renegade high levels of interior sound quality.
SAFETY
Safety and security were at the forefront in the development of the new Jeep Renegade. The new Small SUV
offers up to 70 available safety and security features, including the segment’s first availability of Forward Collision
Warning-Plus and LaneSense Departure Warning-Plus.
Standard safety features on the new Jeep Renegade consist of six airbags (advanced seats multi-stage air bags,
all-row full-length side-curtain air bags, side bags,), ESC (Electronic Stability Control) with rollover mitigation
(ERM). To ensure maximum protection, the complete offering of safety features available or optional on the new
Renegade also includes Blind-spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Path detection, Adaptive Cruise Control and ParkView
rear backup camera with dynamic grid lines.
One of the most innovative systems fitted on the new Jeep Renegade is the Forward Collision Warning-Plus
braking assist system – a first in the category. This system utilizes radar and video sensors to detect whether the
Renegade is approaching another vehicle or large obstacle in its path too rapidly and warns or assists the driver in
avoiding/mitigating the incident.
The LaneSense Departure Warning-Plus system uses a camera-based vision sensor to establish the Renegade’s
position on the road. If an unintentional lane drift occurs, determined by trajectory change and the absence of
turn-signal activation, the system will deliver a visual warning and a haptic warning – the subtle introduction of
torque from the electric power steering (EPS) system. If the driver unintentionally drifts too far, the system
provides a secondary visual warning.
The Blind Spot Monitoring uses dual ultra-wideband radar sensors to aid the driver when changing lanes or if
being passed by or passing unseen vehicles. The system notifies the driver of vehicle(s) in their blind spot via
illuminated icons on the side-view mirror and with a driver-selected audible chime.
Adaptive Cruise Control, when activated, decreases the vehicle’s pre-set cruise-control speed when closing in on
another vehicle in the same lane, or when another vehicle pulls into the same lane. ACC will accelerate to the
pre-set speed when the vehicle in front speeds up or moves into another lane. The system will also maintain a
driver adjustable distance between the vehicle and the one in front of it and is particularly useful when driving in
adverse meteorological conditions or in situations of reduced visibility.
Beside these advanced and innovative safety features, Jeep Renegade’s available safety and security equipment
include:
1. Active turn signals: Turn signal flashes three times when stalk is depressed for one second to indicate a
lane change
2. Advanced multistage air bags: Inflates with a force appropriate to the severity of the impact. Meets
FMVSS 208 advanced air bag requirements for smaller, out-of-position occupants
3. All-row full-length side-curtain air bags: Extend protection to all outboard front- and rear-seat
passengers. Each side air bag has its own impact sensor that autonomously triggers the air bag on the
side where an impact occurs. This type of air bag is housed in the headliner just above side windows
4. All-speed traction control system: Part of the standard anti-lock brake system (ABS), helps keep driving
wheels from spinning during acceleration from a stop or during all speeds by applying individual brakes
alone or in combination with engine torque limitation to prevent wheel slip
5. Anti-lock brake system (ABS): Senses and prevents wheel lockup, offering improved steering control
under extreme braking and/or slippery conditions
6. Anti-lock brake system with rough-road detection: Anti-lock brake system is capable of detecting if the
vehicle is driving on a rough road by the oscillations in the wheel speed signals. Rough road is detected
on off-road surfaces or trails, and ABS enters a different pressure control where it will hold the brake
pressure for longer pulses
7. Auto-dimming rearview mirror: Auto-dimming mirror automatically reduces glare from bright light
allowing the driver to have a clearer view of the road ahead
8. Automatic defog: Enables the Renegade’s automatic temperature control (ATC) system to measure
humidity inside the vehicle and provide a fog-free windshield automatically without driver intervention
9. Automatic headlights: Headlights turn on and off automatically depending on exterior light levels and
when the windshield wipers are turned on or off
10. Automatic high-beam headlights: Headlight system adjusts to ambient light and oncoming traffic to
deliver maximum lighting
11. Auto-reverse My Sky panels: When equipped with the power-sliding My Sky roof, the system
automatically reverses when it senses an obstruction during closing
12. Auto-reverse windows: The window automatically reverses when it senses an obstruction during closing
13. BeltAlert: Activates a chime and/or illuminates an icon in the instrument cluster to remind the driver and
front passenger to buckle up if a vehicle is driven without belted front-seat occupants
14. Brake assist: In an emergency brake situation, the system applies maximum braking power, minimizing
the stopping distance
15. Brake-lock differential system (BLDS): Allows the vehicle to maintain forward motion if one or two
wheels lose traction by selectively and aggressively applying brakes to the spinning wheels
16. Brake-throttle override: Allows driver to stop the vehicle when throttle and brake inputs occur
simultaneously; electronic throttle control reduces engine-power output until vehicle stops or pedal
inputs cease
17. Brake/park interlock: Prevents the transmission from being shifted out of “Park” unless the brake pedal
is pushed
18. Brake traction-control system (BTCS): Helps to keep driving wheels from spinning during acceleration
from a stop or during slow speeds by applying individual brakes to the slipping wheel(s)
19. Capless fuel-filler door: Provides fuel-filling simplicity and eliminates contact with any fuel spillage
20. Child-protection rear door locks: Disables the rear doors’ inside-release handle by adjusting a small lever
on the door-shut face
21. Child seat anchor system: LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) designed to ease installation
of compatible aftermarket child seats
22. Constant-force retractors (CFR): Regulates the force exerted on the occupant by the seat belt and then
gradually releases seat-belt webbing in a controlled manner
23. Daytime running lights (DRL): Lights that illuminate during daytime conditions, increasing the vehicle’s
visibility to other drivers
24. Driver’s side knee air bag (only available in certain markets): Located below the instrument panel, the
knee air bag deploys when the driver air bag deploys and is designed to properly position the occupant
during impact and offer additional lower leg protection
25. Dual-note electric horns: Produces two different tones at the same time, to cut through ambient noise
26. Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS): Makes it easier for emergency personnel to see and reach
occupants in the event of an accident by turning on the interior lighting, flashing the hazard lights and
unlocking the doors on the Renegade after air bag deployment. Also shuts off flow of fuel to the engine
27. Electric parking brake (EPB): Utilizes parking brake switch mounted in the center console, a motor on
caliper (MOC) at each rear wheel and an electronic control module. Four modes of operation: static apply
and release, dynamic apply, drive away release and safe hold
28. Electronic brake-force distribution: Assists the driver to optimize stopping distances and control under
all vehicle loading conditions by regulating braking pressure front-to-rear
29. Electronic roll mitigation (ERM): An extension of electronic stability control (ESC). Uses input from ESC
sensors to anticipate if the vehicle is at risk of entering a potential roll situation, then applies the brakes
individually and modulates the throttle position as needed
30. Electronic stability control (ESC): Enhances driver control and helps maintain directional stability under
all conditions. Provides the benefit in critical driving situations such as turns, and is valuable when driving
on mixed surface conditions including snow, ice or gravel. If there is a discernible difference between
driver input through the steering wheel and the vehicle’s path, ESC applies selective braking and throttle
input to guide the vehicle back on to the driver’s intended path
31. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC): Provides the driver with trip, temperature, tyre-pressure
monitoring and other vehicle information within the Renegade’s instrument cluster
32. Energy-absorbing steering column: The manual-adjust steering column utilizes two hydroformed coaxial
tubes that can move relative to each other to allow the column to move forward for enhanced energy
absorption during a crash. The power-adjust steering column employs a calibrated bending element that
deforms during column stroke for optimal energy management
33. Energy management system: Three front load paths designed from high-strength steel manage vehicle
crush and minimize cabin intrusion
34. Express up/down windows: One-touch powered express up/down window button located on the front
driver and passenger-side door
35. Front and rear crumple zones: Specially formed structural members that crumple and absorb energy in a
collision, helping protect the occupant cabin
36. Front seat-belt adaptive/active load limiters: Designed to optimize the chest loading in an impact event
37. Front seat-belt pretensioners: During a collision, impact sensors initiate front seat-belt pretensioners to
remove slack in the seat belt system, thereby reducing the forward movement of the occupant’s head
and torso
38. Front-seat mounted side pelvic thorax bags: Provide enhanced protection to the driver and front
outboard passenger in certain impacts. Each side air bag has its own impact sensor that autonomously
triggers the air bag on the side where an impact occurs. Standard side air bags are housed within the
outboard side of each front seat
39. Front wiper blades deicer: Prevents wiper blades from freezing to the front windshield, and improves
cold-weather wipe ability
40. Global position sensor (GPS): Used for navigation guidance
41. Height-adjustable seat belts (front-row): Outboard seat belts feature height adjustment, allowing for the
seat belt to be placed in the optimal position for any driver
42. Hill-start Assist (HSA): Assists drivers when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill by maintaining the
level of brake pressure applied for a short period of time after a driver’s foot is removed from the brake
pedal. If throttle is not applied within a short period of time after the driver’s foot is removed from the
brake pedal, brake pressure will be released
43. Hill-descent Control: This feature allows Renegade to descend steep grades with minimal driver input
44. Keyless Enter-N-Go: When an individual enters the vehicle, electronic sensors detect if the vehicle key
fob is present. The vehicle will then allow the individual to push a button to start the vehicle without
having to insert the key into the ignition
45. Occupant Restraint Controller: Detects an impact and determines whether a crash is severe enough to
trigger air bag deployment and whether the primary or secondary stage inflation is sufficient. In addition,
the controller detects side impacts and determines whether the rail-curtain and side seat-mounted
(thorax protection) air bags should deploy. Engagement of front seat-belt pretensioners are also
managed through the controller
46. ParkSense rear park assist system: The system utilizes ultrasonic sensors at low speeds in reverse to
detect stationary objects. If it is determined that a collision is imminent the system will provide a
momentary, autonomous brake apply/brake jerk then release. At speeds below 7 km/h the system will
bring the vehicle to a stop before releasing
47. ParkView rear backup camera: Provides a wide-angle view of the area immediately behind the vehicle,
giving the driver greater peace of mind before reversing at low speeds. Contains dynamic grid lines to aid
the driver when maneuvering into parking spaces or narrow areas. Also aids in lining up a trailer to the
vehicle’s trailer hitch, when so equipped. The image is displayed on the navigation screen when the
transmission is shifted into Reverse
48. Ready Alert Braking (RAB): Anticipates situations when the driver may initiate an emergency brake stop
and uses the ESC pump to set brake pads against rotors in order to decrease the time required for full
brake application
49. Rear Cross Path (RCP) detection: In parking lot situations, this system warns drivers backing out of
parking spaces of traffic moving toward their vehicle. It activates any time the vehicle is in Reverse. The
driver is notified of vehicle(s) crossing behind the vehicle via illuminated icons on the side-view mirror
and with a driver-selected audible chime
50. Remote keyless entry: Locks and unlocks doors and turns on interior lights. If the vehicle is equipped
with a security alarm, the remote also arms and disarms that system
51. Remote start (only available in certain markets): Conveniently starts the engine and activates key
comfort settings based on ambient conditions by using the key fob while maintaining vehicle security
52. Safety cage body structure: Protects occupants by managing and controlling energy in the event of an
impact
53. Security alarm: Deters vandalism and theft, frequently lowering insurance premiums. System protects
the vehicle from theft by monitoring door-ajar switches and the ignition circuit for unauthorized entry
54. Sentry Key engine immobilizer: Utilizes an engine key that has an embedded transponder with a
preprogrammed security code to discourage vehicle theft. When the key is inserted into the ignition, the
controller sends a random number to the transponder and the engine is allowed to start. If an incorrect
key is used, the engine will shut off after a few seconds
55. Side guard door beams: Reinforcement beams inside the doors that increase occupant protection in a
side collision
56. Supplemental turn signals: Signal lamp built into the housing of exterior mirrors allows turn signals to be
viewed from the front, as well as the sides and rear of the vehicle in order to alert oncoming traffic and
pedestrians
57. Thin-film transistor (TFT) instrument cluster display: Offers drivers a wide range of customization
options, from a basic analog read-out to a full digital display that clearly communicates vehicle
information with easy-to-understand icons
58. Three-point seat belts: Front outboard seating positions and all rear seating positions have lap and
shoulder belt
59. Tilt-and-telescoping steering column: Allows steering column to tilt and move toward or away from the
driver to achieve a safe and comfortable distance from the advanced multi-stage front driver air bag, if
deployed
60. Tyre-pressure monitoring (TPM) system – Lock-on Sync: Informs driver when tyre pressure is too low.
Pressure-sensor modules within the valve stems of all four road- wheels send continuous radio-frequency
signals to a receiver and the system. Tyre-pressure monitoring system self-learns tyre position after
rotation or tyre is moved to a new location
61. Trailer-sway control (TSC): Reduces trailer sway and improves handling in adverse towing conditions
caused by crosswinds and traffic. The system monitors the vehicle’s movement relative to the driver’s
intended path, then applies alternating brake pressure to slow the vehicle and then increases the
pressure on one front wheel in order to counteract the sway induced by the trailer
62. UConnect Voice Command: An in-vehicle, voice-activated communication system that allows drivers to
operate a Bluetooth compatible phone with their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. When the
Bluetooth phone is initially connected, the contact list is automatically downloaded, synchronizing as
many as 1,000 phone book entries, which can then be selected by simply saying a contact name.
CONNECTIVITY & INFOTAINMENT
Jeep Renegade offers a range of communication, entertainment and navigation features and the segment’s
largest full-colour instrument cluster. Its thoughtful, state-of-the-art, high-tech features and amenities are
intuitive, easy-to-use and provide on-board comfort and infotainment.
UConnect 5.0 and 6.5 touchscreen systems
The new Jeep Renegade showcases UConnect’s in-vehicle handsfree communication, entertainment and
navigation.
UConnect 5.0 with 5.0” touchscreen:
The UConnect 5.0 system features a 5” touchscreen that enables handsfree calling via Bluetooth-equipped
phones, as well as voice-command control of AM/FM. Compatible smartphones, equipped with Bluetooth and
MAP, can receive text messages and send from a list of 18 pre-defined messages. The system announces receipt
of the message, identifies the sender and then “reads” the message aloud. In addition, digital music can be
streamed wirelessly from compatible Bluetooth smartphones or audio players supported by a media hub
equipped with an auxiliary jack and USB port that enables recharging and seamless operation of portable devices.
UConnect 6.5AN with 6.5” touchscreen:
Upping the ante is the available UConnect 6.5AN model with a 6.5” touchscreen display, voice operation of
AM/FM, mobile phones and navigation system.
UConnect 6.5AN’s well-designed maps help drivers slip through traffic, while merging and turning using sensor
assisted GPS.
Drivers can identify points of interest quickly and easily with stunning 3D graphics and detailed views of
landmarks, cities and terrains. Audio directions and voice prompts provide turn-by-turn guidance. Sensor-assisted
GPS helps ensure accurate positioning for the vehicle all while traveling through tunnels, indoor parking garages
and other areas where GPS signals can become obstructed.
Additional features include handsfree calling, text messaging and audio streaming via compatible Bluetoothenabled phones, personalization settings and a premium media hub with USB and auxiliary ports. The UConnect
system is available with an optional ParkView rear backup camera.
Segment’s largest full-colour instrument cluster display
Filling the Jeep Renegade’s gauge cluster in front of the driver is an available 7”, full-colour, premium multiview
display, featuring a reconfigurable function that enables drivers to personalize information inside the instrument
cluster. Information display is designed to visually communicate information, using graphics and text, quickly and
easily.
The display offers drivers a wide range of customization options, from basic speed readouts to specific vehicle
status information. Operation of the display is clearly communicated to users with easy-to-understand icons and
instructions. Using buttons on the steering wheel, drivers can customize the screen with as much or as little
information as they desire. Additionally, the four corners of the display can be customized to show information at
a glance, including current fuel economy, outside temperature, time and compass direction. Vehicle concerns are
instantly reported to the driver via pop-up warning messages on the display. And for added convenience, text
message warnings are automatically stored so a driver can review them when it is safe.
JEEP RENEGADE & MOPAR®
The global launch of the Jeep Renegade highlights the intense, fruitful cooperation that links the Jeep brand to
Mopar®, the reference brand for the services, Customer Care, original parts and accessories for the brands of Fiat
Chrysler Automobiles. A wide range of aftersales services and products has been created for the new Small Jeep
SUV, to satisfy all use requirements and desires for customization. This is the best demonstration of the
comprehensive service that Mopar reserves for its customers and which today is encapsulated in the
communication slogan: "Mopar. More care for your car".
More than 100 exclusive accessories
The accessories business represents a global market worth 70 billion dollars: this is Mopar’s sphere of activity,
offering more than 25,000 top-quality accessories in more than 130 countries. Developed in collaboration with
the vehicle design team, all products are exclusive and blend in seamlessly on the various models, in line with
their technical, stylistic and mechanical characteristics.
Specifically, more than 100 accessories are available for the new Jeep Renegade, permitting many distinctive
levels of customization. These include the original stickers for the bonnet, doors and side rear area (one among
many, the iconic “US Army Star”, available in black or white), the mirror covers and front grilles in four different
shades, in addition to the 17'' alloy wheels in four colour versions and the distinctive headlights on the roof,
which further emphasise the model’s off-road calling. Additionally, to increase the functionality of the vehicle, a
wide range of roof boxes and various systems is available – for fitting on the roof or tow hook – for transporting
winter and water sports equipment (bikes, surfboards, skis, snowboards, etc.).
The offer is completed by various internal mats and many accessories dedicated to protecting and getting the
most out of the luggage compartment (protections, nets and organizer). What’s more, further content linked to
the world of electronics is available – from the parking sensors to “Mopar Wi-Fi” – developed and offered by the
brand.
New merchandising collection
Mopar, in collaboration with the Jeep brand, has developed and produced a collection of items dedicated to
those who drive and who love travelling on board the new Renegade. They are all articles of extremely high
quality intended to express and promote a lifestyle that allows customers to live out a unique brand experience,
in tune with the authentic values of the Jeep brand in terms of design, functionality and materials used.
MANUFACTURING
First Jeep to be built in Italy and produced outside the United States for the global market
The renewed SATA (Società Automobilistica Tecnologie Avanzate) plant of Melfi is the proud “home” of the new
Jeep Renegade.
The nearly 1.9-million-square-metre assembly plant was built in 1991 and the first vehicle rolled out of the
assembly line in October 1993.
Over the last 20 years the plant has hosted the production of several models of the Fiat and Lancia brands
including the Fiat Punto (1994), Lancia Ypsilon (1995), new Ypsilon (2003), Grande Punto (2005) and Punto Evo
(2009) reaching a total of 5,645,275 cars produced until 2013.
In preparation for the production of the all-new Jeep Renegade and to ensure that the new model - the first Jeep
ever produced in Italy and outside the United States- launched with the best possible quality, the SATA plant
implemented and aligned all of the best practices and technologies from the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles group.
Today the complex consists of a Press, Body, Paint and Assembly shop and employees a total of 5,941 workers.
Production of the new Jeep Renegade in Melfi began in July 2014.
LINEUP
The all-new Jeep Renegade will be available in South Africa in three different trim levels: Longitude, Limited and
Trailhawk, each featuring specific equipment and customization in order to meet all customers’ needs.
For customers who demand the most off-road capability from their Jeep vehicles, the Trailhawk version delivers
best-in-class Trail Rated 4x4 capability with unique standard equipment. Standard Jeep Active Drive Low, Selec-
Terrain system with exclusive Rock mode (that automatically activates the locking of the rear differential and
splits the torque between the two axles), increased ride height of 20 mm to reach 210 mm, skid plates, red front
and rear tow hooks (available in selected markets), unique fascias that deliver 30 degree approach, 23.5 degree
breakover and 34 degree departure angles are all specific for the Trailhawk model.
A total of seven wheel designs are available on the new Jeep Renegade. The new model rides on 16” (Longitude),
17” (Trailhawk and Limited) or 18” tyres (Optional on Limited) providing drivers with confident traction in all road
conditions. The configuration may change according to market needs.
Exterior paints include 11 different colours options, including many named after Jeep brand’s legendary heritage.
In addition to Black accented roof, available exterior body colours include: Colorado Red, Omaha Orange, Solar
Yellow, Mojave Sand, Commando, Sierra Blue, Carbon Black Metallic, Glacier Metallic, Black, Alpine White and
Anvil.
The interior of the new Jeep Renegade is offered in seven trim choices and each of them is specific to a trim level
in the range. They include: Black with Metal Diamond bezel accents (Longitude), two-tone Black/Sandstorm
interiors with Metal Diamond bezel accents (Longitude), two-tone Bark Brown/Ski Grey interiors with contrasting
Anodized Orange bezel accents and stitching (Longitude), monotone Black fabric with Ruby Red bezel accents and
stitching (Trailhawk), Black leather (optional) with Ruby Red bezel accents and stitching (Trailhawk), Premium
Black fabric with Metal Diamond bezel accents (Limited), Black leather (Optional) with Metal Diamond bezel
accents and Beige stitching (Limited) and a two-tone Bark Brown / Ski Grey Leather (optional) interiors with
Anodized Orange bezel accents and stitching (Limited).
Jeep Renegade Longitude
The Renegade Longitude model is only available in South Africa with the 81 kW 1.6l E.TORQ, five-speed manual
transmission driving the front wheels.
The Jeep Renegade Longitude features a full line of standard and available features. The Longitude includes as
standard equipment 16” aluminium wheels, diamond-cut with Crystal Granite painted finish, Cruise control, 3.5”
monochromatic instrument panel, Speed limiter, six speakers, body colour power/heated outside rearview
mirrors, body colour door handles, front halogen fog lights with Neutral Grey Satin gloss painted accent bezel,
roof rack rail, black stanchions with gloss black painted rail finish, front fog lights, adjustable driver seat, leather
wrapped steering wheel, ambient LED lighting, illuminated sun visors and UConnect 5.0 touchscreen radio with
5.0” colour display and UConnect Voice Command Bluetooth® capability.
Optional equipment on the Longitude model includes: 17” aluminium wheels with Silver tech painted finish,
sunroof with electrical drive, heated front seats and steering wheel, and rear parking sensors, Safety, Function
and Trailer Tow pack.
Jeep Renegade Limited
The Renegade Limited is available with three engine versions; the 103 kW 1.4l MultiAir II, 125 kW 1.4l MultiAir II
petrol and the 88 kW 1.6l MultiJet II diesel and offers full optional equipment level with premium amenities. The
engines are mated to six-speed manual transmissions in front wheel drive for the low power petrol and the diesel
or the nine-speed automatic transmission and 4x4 configuration for the 125 kW 1.4l variant.
The Limited adds to the standard equipment of the Longitude model 17” aluminium wheels with Silver tech
painted finish, Silver painted-finished grille surround bezel, roof rack rail, black stanchions with bright paintedfinished rails, front halogen fog lights with Dark Grey Satin gloss painted-finish bezel,
Bright painted-finished heated mirrors with integrated side signal repeaters;, Bright painted-finish accents in tail
lights, Bright-finished exhaust tip, carpeted front floor mats, leather shift knob, Forward Collision Warning-Plus,
Lane Departure Warning-Plus, satin-finish light grey roof side rails, Dual zone automatic air conditioning, door
trim with vinyl insert, 7” TFT colour premium instrument cluster multiview display, EVIC, premium cloth seats
(leather in selected markets),
Optional equipment includes: 18” aluminium wheels, diamond-cut and Satin Silver or Grey Granite painted finish,
power 8-way front seats including 4 way lumbar adjustment, heated steering wheel and front seats, leather
seats, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), UConnect 6.5AN touchscreen radio with 6.5” colour display, Navigation with
3D landmarks, city models and digital terrain, standard UConnect Voice Command with Bluetooth®, the
removable My Sky open-air roof system and the Safety, Infotainment, Winter, Visibility, Function and Trailer Tow
Packs.
Jeep Renegade Trailhawk
With its distinctive, aggressive look, standard special off-road equipment including the Jeep Active Drive Low
system with 20:1 crawl ratio, Selec-Terrain system with exclusive Rock mode and Hill descent control, the
Trailhawk stands out as the most capable Renegade model and the most capable Small SUV in its category for offroad driving.
Powered by the 136 kW 2.4l “Tigershark” MultiAir, with nine-speed automatic gearbox, the Jeep Renegade
Trailhawk is fitted with specific off-road equipment including increased ride height compared to 4x2 model, offroad suspension and skid plates, and unique front / rear fascias with enhanced approach/departure angles.
Additional styling cues and equipment of the Trailhawk include 17” aluminium wheels, diamond-cut and Low
Gloss Black painted finish, Mud and Snow tyres, Black accent roof rails, neutral Satin Gray grill surrounds, , “Trail
Rated” badge forward of front door line, front halogen fog lights, 7” TFT colour premium multiview display, EVIC,
leather shift knob, removable flashlight, rear parking sensor, deep tint “privacy” glass, rear tow hook, red front
tow hook and dual zone automatic temperature control.
Optional equipment includes: hood decal, leather seats, power 8-way front seats (driver/passenger) including 4
way lumbar adjustment, Lane departure warning plus Uconnect 6.5AN touchscreen radio with 6.5” colour
display, Navigation with 3D landmarks, city models and digital terrain, standard UConnect Voice Command with
Bluetooth®, the removable My Sky open-air roof system and the Infotainment, Winter, Visibility, Function and
Trailer Tow Packs.
About Jeep
The new Jeep Renegade range will be available in South Africa during the second half of 2015 at 45 Jeep
dealerships countrywide. Pricing has not been finalized but will include standard 3 year / 100,000 km warranty
and maintenance plan.