First came word the Ram was going to discontinue the EcoDiesel. Now we're hearing the same news from Jeep in regards to the Wrangler. Jeep says it will mark the end of of Wrangler EcoDiesel production with the exclusive limited-edition 2023 Wrangler Rubicon FarOut Edition. You won't have long to order one. It's available to order through November only and will begin arriving at CarPro Jeep dealers in the fourth quarter. (Note, Jeep will still offer the EcoDiesel optionally for the Gladiator.)
Wrangler EcoDiesel History
Jeep first introduced the EcoDiesel for the Wrangler 2020. With 442 lb.-ft. of torque it was the most capable Wrangler at the time. But since then, it's lost top billing to newer models (both of which Jerry the Car Pro has reviewed.) In more recent years Jeep has introduced the Wrangler Rubicon 392, featuring 470 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft. of torque, and the plug-in hybrid Wrangler Rubicon 4xe, delivering 375 horsepower, 470 lb.-ft of instant torque (along with 49 MPGe and 21 miles of all-electric range.)
“At Jeep, we are always listening to our customers and driven to improve on our legendary 4x4 capability,” said Jim Morrison, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand North America. “The Wrangler Rubicon FarOut special edition is our tip of the hat to the EcoDiesel technology on Wrangler."
Wrangler Rubicon FarOut Edition
The 2023 Jeep Wrangler FarOut edition comes standard with the following equipment:
- “Diesel 3.0L” hood graphic
- Exclusive “3.0 D” badging
- Unique 17-inch aluminum wheels
- Black leather seats with red accents
- Cold Weather Group
- Trailer-Tow and Heavy-Duty Electrical Group
- Safety Group
- LED Lighting Group
- Body-color fender flares
- Satin black grille
- All-weather floor mats
The special edition features third-generation Dana 44 front and rear heavy-duty axles, a 3.73 axle ratio and the Rock-Trac two-speed transfer case with a 4.0:1 low-range gear ratio.
Wrangler Powertrain Lineup
Without the EcoDiesel, the Wrangler lineup offers four powertrain choices: a 2-liter turbo, V6, V8 and 4xe plug-in hybrid.
Photo: Stellantis.