Jeep fanatics know that one of the best reasons to own a Jeep is for its off-road capabilities, especially the 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The Wrangler remains one of the top off-road vehicles on the market, making it the perfect vehicle for overlanding. Overlanding is an extreme version of off-road travel, which means you’re going to want to choose the best vehicle for this sport. Here are a few reasons why the 2020 Jeep Wrangler is the perfect ride for your overlanding adventure.
Capability
One of the many reasons the 2020 Jeep Wrangler is the perfect choice for overlanding is its capability. Its engineering and features are designed specifically to give you optimal off-road performance.
Your overlanding adventure is sure to include creeks, streams, and puddles, which is why the 2020 Wrangler’s high air intake, sealed electrical connections, and moister-resistant body openings are key.
Some other important capability features include:
- Traction
- Maneuverability
- Articulation
- Ground clearance
Engine power is important, but without great traction, it won’t do you any good when it comes to overlanding. The 2020 Jeep Wrangler comes with three available four-wheel drive systems. The Rock-Trac four-wheel dive system was designed to give you the best performance off-road. It has a low gear ratio of 4:1, Tru-Lok electronic locking front and rear differentials, and an electronic front sway bar disconnect, so it can handle whatever you throw its way when you’re on your adventures.
With the 2020 Wrangler’s precision steering and high-performance wheelbases, you’ll be able to easily navigate through tight, precarious spaces and travel around the many obstacles that will be scattered along the trail.
The 2020 Wrangler also offers good suspension and axle articulation, keeping your wheels on the ground so that your four-wheel drive system can do its job at all times. With its optimal ground clearance and underbody skid plates, you can safely drive over rocks or whatever else you come across on your adventure.
Power
Just like power is nothing without traction, great traction is pointless without power. An engine’s durability, horsepower, and torque are some of the most important factors for successful overlanding.
With five available engines, you’ll be able to choose one that best suits your needs. All of the engine choices will work for overlanding, however, some are more powerful than others. The 2.0-liter turbo engine comes with or without the new eTorque mild hybrid system. Both versions deliver 270 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque, but the addition of the eTorque offers an improved stop-and-go performance to the already great engine.
For a better fuel economy, you can opt for the 3.0-liter EcoDiesel engine with 260 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque. You’ll save on fuel without sacrificing performance or torque. The highest performing engine with the greatest power is the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6. It offers an exceptional 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. Opt for the V-6 with eTorque and you’ll experience even better starting power and rock crawling capabilities.
Whether you’re new to overlanding or a seasoned adventurer, the 2020 Jeep Wrangler is the perfect off-road companion. Before you head out on your next adventure, be sure to check out the latest inventory at Tom O’Brien CDJR.
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