Wrangler to the rescue? 2024 Jeep Wrangler is 4x4 SUV revealed, coming to Australia to take on the trails

Jeep has revealed a facelifted Wrangler at the New York Auto Show, with the brand’s Australian arm confirming the updated model will also arrive here.

While timing and pricing is yet to be confirmed, expect the Wrangler to start north of its Rubicon variant’s $83,950 current starting price (before on-roads), as the focus of the facelift centres around updated design elements and upgraded tech.

Subtle changes to the model’s iconic grille, now slightly smaller, as well as a couple of new variants are on the cards, while inside the cabin a new, larger touchscreen and more standard safety features make the 2024 Wrangler more suitable for buyers.

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A new variant as a step up from the ‘base’ Rubicon here, the new Rubicon X, as well as a new plug-in hybrid Sport S 4xe variant, are also both new to the 2024 range, though locally it’s unclear how they’ll fit in to the Jeep plan, if at all.

Across the range, a new 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, first- and second-row side-curtain airbags, and optional 12-way power adjustable front seats all bring the cabin of the 2024 Wrangler up a step, while higher-grade models get forward collision warning and advanced cruise control.

For proper off-roading, the Rubicon is available with an optional 8000-pound-capacity Warn recovery winch, up to 100:1 crawl ratio and a Dana 44 ‘Full Float’ solid rear axle which allows for much larger tyres and rougher track tackling.

Keep an eye out for Australia details of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler, as well as a probable announcement for similar upgrades to its Jeep Gladiator sibling.