2019 JEEP CONCEPTS
IF YOU’RE A NUMBERS PERSON, it’s 6 for 53. As in, Jeep and Mopar built 6 new concept Jeeps for the 53rd annual Moab Easter Jeep Safari. The duo has had a not-bad track record when it comes to developing new production models from their Moab-revealed concepts in the past—or at least lifting heavily from them to enhance existing models and create new parts and accessories. Knowing that, these photos are worth looking at closely for subtle design and engineering choices. We also had a chance to talk to the heavy hitters behind the concepts to learn about the challenges and why they built them to begin with. Read between the lines for clues about what might be in the Jeep pipeline.
It’s not surprising that inspiration came in a big way from the new Gladiator, although throwback was a theme, too. If you’re a fan of Jeep trucks of years gone by and also of the Scrambler, you’ll be pretty satisfied with this year’s concepts. If you’re a fan of overlanding, Jeep has acknowledged your existence. If you’re simply a fan of any kind of Jeep, all are bound to satisfy you.
We also have a few thoughts about each of the custom-built, one-of-a-kind Jeeps, plus some driving insight. Head to fourwheeler.com for even more photos and video. And, as always, tell Jeep and Mopar if you want to see any of the vehicles or accessories go into production! You helped make the Gladiator happen by voicing your thoughts, so…
JEEP J6
If you had to put the 2019 Jeep concepts into categories, from mild to less mild to wild, Jeep might suggest that you put the J6 behind door No. 3. When they were doing sketch proportions, the box got scaled to 6 feet long; the name J6 comes from having the 6-foot box they ended up designing—which is 12 inches longer than the Gladiator’s. The J6 began as a JL Unlimited, so it’s a two-door Wrangler and not a two-door Gladiator. It’s 201 inches long, with a wheelbase of 118.4, which is the same wheelbase as the Wrangler four-door. Got all that? It was a pretty straightforward build, although they did have to move
