"Renegade" - what kind of transport? Jeep Renegat: specifications

The new Jeep compact crossover was presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 2014. This event took place in March, and in August 2014 the SUV with the unusual name "Renegade" was shown in Moscow, as part of the International Automobile Exhibition. The meaning of the word "renegade" in the direct interpretation is a "renegade". Perhaps, the car was named just because of non-standard appearance. The model was created on the platform "Fiat" SCCS - Small Common Components System, which already served as the basis for the car Fiat 500L 2012 release. Jeep "Renegade" in its overall dimensions was less than the smallest crossover known as "Compass", for as much as 20 centimeters. Representatives of the company Jeep believe that the new SUV is a kind of record in terms of minimization, and it is simply impossible to create a car of even smaller dimensions, since it will be no longer a crossover, but a child's plaything.

Dimensions of the car "Renegat"

Externally, the new crossover corresponds to the style of American SUVs and, despite its compactness, gives the impression of a full member of the Jeep family. The "Renegade" model is, first of all, another development of the famous car manufacturer.

• The length of the car is 4232 mm.
• The height is 1689 mm.
• The width is 1803 mm.
• The wheelbase is 2570 mm.

The front end, the "face" of the car

The front end of Renegade is memorable. The "look" of the head optics is similar to the squint of predatory lynx, and the entire front part is so expressive that you involuntarily begin to treat the car with respect. Between the round headlights is inserted a stylish radiator grille, the front bumper made of black carbon plastic is quite complex configuration, with a grill air intake, recessed fog lights, integrated turn signals. A special solidity to the machine is attached to the "swollen" arches of the front wheels. Firm signs can be considered longitudinal hump along the entire length of the hood, almost flat roof and side skirts of dark plastic. It seems that "Renegade" is a brand new car in the class of SUVs. The car combines the features of a miniature SUV with the parameters of a full crossover.

Crossover rear

A small SUV named "Renegade" is a surprisingly solid, solid "adult" car. Rear parking lights are made in the form of red square bubbles with diagonal cross-shaped inserts of white color. Lanterns look unusual and original. The back of the machine gives the impression of some kind of combat device, the configuration of the trunk lid is unusual and even illogical, but it looks like a masterpiece of design art.

Interior

"Supermodern", "stylish", "comfortable" - all these epithets fully correspond to the characteristics of the interior decoration of "Renegade". One feels the painstaking work of a whole team of designers who successfully placed in the cabin a set of seats made in accordance with the requirements of ergonomics. On the dashboard, along the flanks, there were round dials of the speedometer and tachometer, and between them stood a seven-inch display with an infinite number of options. The level of informativeness is so high that its limits are not indicated in the documents. Readability of images is impeccable.

In the center of the console is inserted a full-featured miniature TV with the ability to receive programmed TV shows. Also there is a DVD playback function. As a matter of fact, it is the whole multimedia complex of format U-connect with touch control. In addition, connected: telephone, reverse camera, audio and navigation. Slightly below are the variators of climate control, heater and ventilation.

In the cabin, five people can be freely accommodated, the seats are adjustable in all directions, and also fold to form an even platform. With folded rear sofas, the luggage compartment volume is increased to 870 liters. Upholstery salon "Renegata" of high quality and style, natural materials - suede, velor, husk skin. Special chic interior gives an exclusive design solution - leather inserts in the color of the body on the backs of the seats and door upholstery.

Jeep Renegat: specifications

The power unit of the crossover is multivariable; seven engines are offered: four petrol and three diesel engines. In the list of petrol, there are three motors with a volume of 1.4 liters each, but different capacities - 140, 160 and 170 liters. from. The fourth gasoline unit - a volume of 2.4 liters, develops a capacity of 184 liters. from.

Diesel engines: one series JTDM in volume of 1,6 liters, capacity - 120 l. With., And two, also series JTDM, - two-liter, capacity of 140 and 170 l. from. The gearbox is also available in several versions: a mechanical 5-speed and 6-speed and 6-speed robotic dual-clutch gearbox. Under the separate order the automatic machine of 9-тидиапазонный is offered.

A small, compact "Renegade" - this is a real Jeep, which has exceptional off-road capabilities. The chassis of the car is equipped with a front suspension type "McPherson" and suspension "Chapman" rear. Standard crossover is equipped with a front-wheel drive, this is its constructive norm. But in fact the car comes with a fully connected Jeep Active Drive, with the Selec-Terrain, which provides four modes: normal car, sports, snow driving and sand-dirt.

There is a version of Trailhawk, operating in the "rock-rock" mode, with the locking of the central differential, which greatly facilitates the descent from the steep mountain. In addition, when driving on mountain trails, you can use a special downshift. All wheels are equipped with disc, ventilated brakes, the steering gear is equipped with an electric amplifier. The ground clearance of the "Renegade" ranges from 200 to 224 millimeters, depending on the modification. The car is able to "walk" on the water to a depth of 480 mm, which can not be said about other compact crossovers.

Prices and complete sets

It is assumed that in early 2015, a jeep "Renegade" will appear on the automotive market in Russia. The prices have not been announced yet, and according to preliminary data the cost of the basic version may amount to approximately 700-800 thousand rubles. In a complete set: seven pillows of safety, a full electropackage, the climate control and still a lot of additional privileges. The package also includes a novelty - a constantly operating blind zone monitoring system , lane control, speed reduction with excessive body tilt in the corner.

Future race "Renegade"

SUVs and crossovers are a special breed of cars. They never go for nothing - they always start competing. Jeep "Renegade", whose characteristics speak of his fighting spirit, will certainly participate in any competition. Competitions of different kinds, on the road or on city streets, cross race or street racing are waiting for Renegat in the spring of 2015, when the first lots of cars go on sale in Russia. Racing for SUVs is common, it's part of their life. As a rule, cars compete from a simple sporting interest. However, the race "Renegade" can be an occasion for his self-affirmation and enhance his own image. In addition, the race reveals the technical potential of the model. Whatever it was, it seems that "Renegade" is a machine with a good perspective.