The Jeep Wrangler 4xe Departure concept is a remarkable and ingenious creation, which expands on the renowned open-air cockpit of the best-selling and most capable PHEV in America, using innovative and groundbreaking features from the JPP by Mopar design team. It is worth noting that the spare wheel and tire mount permits the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe to challenge the limits of available departure angles with 4×4 electrification.

To ensure optimal off-road capability, the Wrangler 4xe Departure concept rides on 17-by-8.5-inch Vintage Bronze KMC Impact OL wheels and 37-inch BFGoodrich tires, complete with a JPP 2-inch lift kit and BILSTEIN performance shock absorbers. The BILSTEIN shocks incorporate remote reservoirs to provide greater cooling capacity for increased suspension travel, resulting in improved Jeep 4×4 off-road capability.

The seven-slot front grille, initially introduced on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 20th Anniversary edition, is protected by a custom-designed tubular grille guard measuring 4 feet by 1 foot, which can fold down to create an innovative bumper bench, perfect for two people to relax on while out on the trails. Beneath the grille guard is a modified Rubicon bumper with a Warn winch.

Moreover, the Wrangler 4xe Departure concept features new custom flat-fender flares and wheel liners, designed specifically for larger wheel and tire combinations, providing additional clearance. The flat fender flares have integral removable daytime-running-light (DRL) covers for the off-road enthusiast who may require extra tire clearance for extreme off-road situations. This concept is the first 50-state legal fender flare with OEM DRL and meets 50-state tire coverage requirements.

The design team has further explored customer needs by researching additional trail lighting. The Wrangler 4xe Departure concept utilizes three concept header-mounted, 11-inch TYRI rectangular LED lights with custom brackets that mount to the backside of the windshield header. Each light easily pivots out of the way when the windshield is folded down. Additionally, custom rock lights illuminate the ground at all four corners.

The Wrangler 4xe Departure concept also boasts custom rock rails with mounted slider tubes that provide enhanced body protection and easier access to the elevated cabin, while JPP tube doors offer the ultimate open-air experience. Furthermore, Molle panels attach to the sport bar and the body tub to house additional trail-rated accessories that need a mounting point, increasing storage capacity.

The design team used the Wrangler 4xe Departure concept to investigate innovative options to mount the spare wheel and tire while maintaining harmony with other accessories. The rear features a custom convertible tube gate that offers front- or rear-facing positions for the spare wheel and tire. When the spare is flipped outward, the system acts as a bed extender, providing more cargo space. When the gate is turned toward the cabin, the rear overhang is greatly improved for off-roading while the spare wheel and tire remain securely in place. The convertible gate maintains a factory backup camera and CHMSL in either position.

In addition, the rear cargo compartment features Jeep Rubicon trail rails with tie downs to store additional accessories and a signature JPP all-weather cargo mat.

The Wrangler 4xe Departure concept is a sight to behold, with its stunning Dark Harbor blue exterior, which contrasts beautifully with the vivid chromatic seating surfaces inside the cabin. The design team opted for an expressive color combination, featuring light Acorn Squash Nappa leather contrasted with darker Carnegie Hall brown Nappa leather, accented with warm off-white Serafil stitching. The Dark Harbor blue color continues onto the instrument panel, which features various Vintage Bronze accents.

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