Based on the Rubicon, my Wrangler test vehicle is ready for just about anything you can throw at it off-road. It features semi-gloss black 17-inch wheels wrapped in knobby off-roading tires, black exterior trim, steel bumpers, Mopar rock rails, a 4.10 front/rear axle ratio in place of the normal 3.73 ratio, red trail-rated badging, red tow hooks, and Jeeps trail-rated kit.Literally grappling onto its ruggedness, the latest Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Hard Rock 44 is surprisingly easy to drive. On the road, the Wrangler remains stable and consistent in what you expect from its handling ability on paved surfaces. The knobby tires are somewhat versatile in keeping road noise down yet prove to be the desirable option when faced with serious off-roading challenges. Speaking of off-road challenges, I had the opportunity to hit a couple of trails in my local area with a mix of loose ruts and quite a bit of sandy hills. The sand proved to be the most difficult feat for the Wrangler Rubicon Hard Rock. However, I was taken as to how truly capable the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Hard Rock is and even breaking over steep inclines and descents without worry. IN fact, after conquering some pretty questionable inclines, possibly just over 20 degrees, the Wrangler Rubicon instilled new-earned confidence in its abilities to do what is considered the unthinkable in just about 95% of other vehicles you see on public roads today.Power for the new Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Hard Rock 44 comes from the brands highly praised 3.6-liter V6 engine mated to a 5-speed automatic, which is the only engine available in the Wrangler lineup. The proven drivetrain with the 5-speed automatic make for a solid combination of consistent and predictable power is exactly what is needed when navigating off-road terrain. The engine provides a decent 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. The power is good enough on the road and when off-roading the unique short gearing and upgraded transfer case with an extra-low crawl ratio in 4-low provides extra low-end steady grunt required for rugged duties.The added benefits of the Wrangler Rubicon Hard Rock in having the proper equipment to hit rocky terrain and climb through chassis-bending obstacles, was part of the value in such a vehicle. The ability to lock the front and rear differentials and electronically disconnect the front sway bar for added wheel articulation proves to place the Wrangler Rubicon Hard Rock on a literal pedestal above the competition. Were talking about performing twisting action that is apt to rip axles out of your fancy Land Rover or have your SUV making a quick U-Turn to run for paved roads on the way to Disneyland parking lots where they belong.


INSTALLED FEATURES: Front air conditioning, Front air conditioning zones: single, Airbag deactivation: occupant sensing passenger, Front airbags: dual, Antenna type: diversity / mast, Auxiliary audio input: Bluetooth / USB / iPod/iPhone / jack, In-Dash CD: MP3 Playback / single disc, Premium brand: Alpine, Radio: AM/FM / voice operated, Radio data system, Satellite radio: SiriusXM, Subwoofer: 1, Total speakers: 9, ABS: 4-wheel, Braking assist, Electronic brakeforce distribution, Front brake diameter: 11.9, Front brake type: ventilated disc, Front brake width: 1.1, Power brakes, Rear brake diameter: 11.9, Rear brake type: ventilated disc, Rear brake width: 1.1, Cargo area floor mat, Floor mat material: carpet, Floor material: carpet, Floor mats: front / rear, Interior accents: metallic-tone, Shift knob trim: chrome / leather, Steering wheel trim: leather, Assist handle: front / rear, Center console: front console with armrest and storage, Cruise control, Cupholders: front / rear, Multi-function remote: keyless entry / panic alarm, One-touch windows: 2, Power outlet(s): 115V / 12V front, Power steering, Power windows: lockout button, Reading lights: front / rear, Rearview mirror: auto-dimming, Steering wheel: tilt, Steering wheel mounted controls: audio / cruise control / voice control, Storage: accessory hook / door pockets / front seatback, Tool kit, Vanity mirrors: dual, 4WD selector: manual hi-lo, 4WD type: part time, Axle ratio: 4.10, Alternator: 160 amps, Auxiliary oil cooler, Battery: maintenance-free, Battery rating: 600 CCA, Door handle color: black, Fender lip moldings: black, Front bumper color: black, Grille color: body-color, Mirror color: black, Rear bumper color: black, Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged, Running board color: black, Running boards, Skid plate(s): front / rear, Window trim: black, Infotainment: Uconnect, Clock, Compass, Digital odometer, External temperature display, Fuel economy display: MPG / range, Gauge: tachometer, Multi-function display, Trip odometer, Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning / lamp failure / low fuel level / low oil pressure, Front fog lights: LED, Headlights: LED / auto on/off, Side mirror adjustments: manual folding / power, Side mirrors: heated, Removable roof: soft top, Child safety door locks, Child seat anchors: LATCH system, Crumple zones: front / rear, Front seatbelts: 3-point, Rear seatbelts: 3-point, Seatbelt force limiters: front, Seatbelt pretensioners: front, Seatbelt warning sensor: front, Driver seat: heated, Driver seat manual adjustments: height / reclining / 4, Front headrests: adjustable / 2, Front seat type: bucket, Passenger seat: heated, Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining / 4, Rear headrests: adjustable / 2, Rear seat folding, Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining, Rear seat type: 60-40 split bench, Upholstery: leather-trimmed, Anti-theft system: alarm, Power door locks, Hill holder control, Roll stability control, Stability control, Traction control, Steering ratio: 16.7, Turns lock-to-lock: 3.5, Front shock type: gas, Front spring type: coil, Front stabilizer bar, Front suspension classification: solid live axle, Front suspension type: multi-link, Rear shock type: gas, Rear spring type: coil, Rear stabilizer bar, Rear suspension classification: solid live axle, Rear suspension type: trailing arms, Tuned suspension: off-road, Phone: voice operated, Wireless data link: Bluetooth, Spare tire mount location: outside, Spare tire size: full-size matching, Spare wheel type: polished aluminum, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Tire type: all terrain, Wheels: polished aluminum alloy with painted accents, Tow hooks: front / rear, Front wipers: variable intermittent, Power windows, Solar-tinted glass