15 maio 2007

2007 Jeep Wrangler


Introduction
The icon of the Jeep brand, the Wrangler is Jeep’s traditional off-road vehicle which continues to offer exceptional off-road capability, and is a modern interpretation of the original Jeep CJ. When the 1997 Wrangler was unveiled at the Detroit and L.A. auto shows in January 1996, it was obvious that the new model had remained faithful to the distinctive styling of the original Jeep—a boxy, utilitarian shape that has been Jeep's signature for over 50 years. Jeep purists were also pleased by the Wrangler’s return to Jeep's traditional round headlights. The 2007 Jeep Wrangler made its debut at the 2006 NAIAS in Detroit featuring an all-new frame, exterior and interior design and an upgraded engine. With more ground clearance, 100 percent stiffer frame, 50 percent stiffer body and a five-link coil suspension, the Wrangler has new sound-deadening techniques to reduce cabin noise by more than 20 percent. A four-door Wrangler Unlimited is available for the first time with seating for five adults and cargo space behind the rear seat that’s almost three times the standard Wrangler’s.
New for 2007
The all-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler is bigger, more powerful and offers a four-door version for the first time. Offered in two- and four-wheel drive and available in three trims: Wrangler X, Sahara and Rubicon, the Wrangler is powered by a new 3.8-liter overhead valve V6 engine that produces 202 horsepower and 237 lb-ft of torque. The exterior is styled with classic round headlights, signature seven-slot grille, trapezoid wheel flares, exposed forged hinges, a fold-down windshield, sports bar and removable tops and doors. An all-new three-piece modular hardtop system features three panels that are removable for open-air driving while a Sunrider soft-top that can be folded over the first- and second-row occupants. The interior features a larger front-seat area, more shoulder room and hip room, new instrument panel, center stack and high-back front bucket seats.

2007 Jeep Patriot

Introduction
The Patriot is a new compact SUV from Jeep that shares a platform with the Compass compact SUV but offers more traditional Jeep styling and off-road capability. The Patriot is based on the Jeep Patriot concept first introduced at the 2005 International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt. The Patriot combines the packaging and interior flexibility of an SUV with the performance, handling, fuel economy and price of a compact car.
New for 2007
The 2007 Jeep Patriot is offered in Sport and Limited trim levels and is powered by a 172-horsepower 2.4-liter World Engine with either a standard 5-speed manual transaxle or an optional second-generation Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT2). A 158-horsepower 2.0-liter World Engine is available for Patriot Sport 2-wheel drive with CVT2. Standard safety equipment includes ABS, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Electronic Roll Mitigation and side-curtain airbags. Patriot is available with three drive configurations: front-wheel drive, Freedom Drive I (full-time, active four-wheel-drive system with Lock mode) and Freedom Drive II Off-road Package (full-time, active four-wheel-drive system with low ratio).

2007 Jeep Liberty


Introduction
Liberty is Jeep’s compact sport utility, fitting into the Jeep lineup between the traditional Wrangler and the flagship Grand Cherokee. The Liberty is the product of more than 60 years of Jeep experience and was introduced in the spring of 2001 as a replacement of the Cherokee.
New for 2007
The 2007 Jeep Liberty adds two-wheel-drive versions of Sport and Limited models and Jeep Green Metallic as a new exterior color.

The Liberty has independent front suspension and a modern rack-and-pinion steering setup for more precise handling on and off road, but the ride is still jittery. The cockpit is narrow, and access is awkward. Stability control and ABS are standard.

13 maio 2007

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee


Introduction
The Grand Cherokee is Jeep’s premium midsize SUV and the flagship of the Jeep brand, aimed at the upscale sport-utility buyer. It was introduced in 1992, and in 1993 became the first in its class to offer a V8 engine. In 1999, the Grand Cherokee was redesigned for the first time in its history. The all-new third-generation Grand Cherokee debuted for the 2005 model year.
New for 2007
The 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee receives some interior and exterior updates that include narrow molded-in-color black body molding and body-color door handles for the Laredo and revised rear taillights and brushed aluminum stainless steel front sill guards on Overland. The interior is fitted with an improved finish on upper instrument panel, color-keyed interior color cupholders, cut and sew padded vinyl center armrest on Limited and the Laredo receives a color-matching center console bezel, chrome accent HVAC knobs and chrome rings on instrument gauges. A new 3.0-liter Common Rail Diesel engine with Dana 44 axle in 2WD models is added and a flexible fuel version of the 4.7-liter SOHC V8 is available. On Limited, Overland and SRT8, a remote start is standard and optional on Laredo. New safety equipment includes standard side-curtain airbags, active turn signals that feature “3-Blink Lane Change,” optional ParkSense Rear Back-up System on Laredo and ParkView Rear Backup Camera is standard on SRT8 and optional on Laredo and Limited.

2007 Jeep Compass


Introduction
The Compass is an all-new compact SUV that takes Jeep in a whole new direction with a vehicle aimed at those who spend more time in an urban environment by combining the functionality of a sport-utility vehicle with the performance, handling, fuel economy and price of a compact car. With traditional Jeep styling, the Compass features a Jeep seven-slot grille, round headlights and trapezoidal wheel openings. The windshield is steeply raked and the side profile shows the uniquely sculpted fender shapes with standard 17-inch aluminum wheels or optional 18-inch wheels.
New for 2007
The 2007 Jeep Compass is powered by a 172-horsepower 2.4-liter engine with either a standard 5-speed manual transmission or an optional second-generation Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT2). The Compass Limited with CVT2 offers the AutoStick feature that allows drivers to control the transmission manually so that it simulates a 6-speed automatic. The CVT2 is expected to improve fuel economy 6 to 8 percent compared to a traditional 4-speed automatic. A full-time active 4-wheel-drive system is available and includes a “Lock” mode for use on low-traction surfaces. Standard equipment includes side-curtain airbags, ESP, traction control, fog lights and YES Essentials fabric for the interior.

2007 Jeep Commander


Introduction
The 2006 Jeep Commander is Jeep’s new entry in the full-size SUV segment. The first Jeep with 7-passenger seating wrapped in an exterior package that look remarkably like the original Jeep Cherokee, the Commander is two inches longer than a Jeep Grand Cherokee, with which it shares the same wheelbase. The exterior shape is very square and vertical, characterized by an upright windshield, vertical back glass and straight sides, capped off with the signature Jeep seven-slot grille. Inside, the Commander offers stadium seating for better rear-seat visibility, a stepped roof for adequate headroom and Command-View skylights for additional interior lighting. A two-tone instrument panel with four round gauges is unique to Commander and three rows of seat are offered for the first time in a Jeep. For 2007 Jeep changes the base Commander name to Commander Sport and adds the Overland version to the lineup.
New for 2007
The 2007 Jeep Commander changes its base model name to Commander Sport and adds the Overland to its lineup. Updates include a power liftgate, body-color matching door handles and a diamond plate pattern console shifter bezel on Commander Sport, and five new exterior colors. The exterior of the Overland is highlighted by platinum-chrome accents, Overland liftgate badge and outside mirrors with matching body color. The interior features leather-wrapped steering wheel, shifter knob and door grab handles, wood and suede accents on console and seats, Mopar-designed “cross-car” cargo net and front and rear Berber floormats.

2007 Jaguar X-TYPE Sportwagon


Introduction
The X-TYPE is Jaguar’s compact sport sedan and sportwagon with V6 power and standard all-wheel drive. When the X-TYPE debuted as a 2000 model it was the first Jaguar compact sport sedan in 30 years. The X-TYPE Sportwagon was added to the X-TYPE range for 2005 and is based on the X-TYPE sedan, but redesigned from the b-pillars back with new rear doors, a new roof, and a new rear body structure.
New for 2007
The 2007 Jaguar X-TYPE Sportwagon is updated with more standard equipment including Reverse Park Control, driver memory, premium sound, rain-sensing windshield wipers and wood/leather-trimmed steering wheel, and new 17-inch Bermuda-style alloy wheels.

2007 Jaguar X-TYPE


Introduction
The X-TYPE is Jaguar’s compact sport sedan with V6 power and standard all-wheel drive. When the X-TYPE debuted as a 2000 model it was the first Jaguar compact sport sedan in 30 years. X-TYPE Sportwagon Information.
New for 2007
The 2007 Jaguar X-TYPE is updated with a number of features including Dynamic Stability Control as standard on all models, standard power tilt/slide moonroof and split/fold rear seats on 3.0 sedan, and options include new 17-inch Bermuda-style alloy wheels, Bluetooth wireless technology for mobile phone and SIRIUS satellite radio. Premium Sound Package becomes a stand-alone option for the sedan. New optional “Luxury” package replaces both the VDP Package and Premium packages on the 3.0 sedan with features including leather trimmed seats with contrast piping, bright mirror caps, rear treadplates, Burl Walnut veneers, Reverse Park Control, 17-inch Belize-style wheels, eight-way power passenger seat including two-way power driver/passenger lumbar, wood/leather-trimmed steering wheel, auto headlights, electrochromic mirror, rain-sensing windshield wipers, programmable garage door opener, message center and trip computer, and memory driver’s seat and side mirrors.

2007 Jaguar XK Series


Introduction
The XK Series includes Jaguar’s grand touring coupes and convertibles and is all-new for 2007. The most technically advanced Jaguar ever to be built, the 2007 XK uses the latest aerospace technologies alongside more traditional Jaguar skills to create a luxurious, powerful, highly advanced sports car with an aluminium monocoque body structure that is 31 percent stiffer than its predecessor with a 10 percent improvement in power to weight ratio. When the XK Series debuted as a 1997 model, the XK8 replaced the XJS, ending the 21-year run for the XJS. The XK8 was the spiritual descendant of the legendary E-Type and XK120, and featured Jaguar’s first use of a V8 engine. The supercharged XKR was added for 2000.
New for 2007
The all-new 2007 Jaguar XK is offered as both a coupe and a convertible, powered by a 300-horsepower 4.2-liter V8 engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission that incorporates steering wheel paddles for manual shifting.

2007 Jaguar XJ Series


Introduction
The XJ Series is Jaguar’s line of premium luxury sedans. All of the XJ sedans are descendants of the classic S-type Jaguars of the late '50s and early '60s, with the first XJ sedan debuting in 1968. Jaguar buyers have benefited from Ford's acquisition of Jaguar several years ago that resulted in increased quality and reliability.
New for 2007
The 2007 Jaguar XJ-Series adds more standard equipment including Bluetooth wireless technology for mobile phone, heated 16-way adjustable front seats and heated rear seats on XJ8 and XJ8 L, and soft-grain leather-trimmed seating with piping on all models. Front Park Control has been added on the Vanden Plas and Elm Gloss veneers is an optional interior trim color.