Jeep Models Since 1941

The jeep brand s 4x4 leadership continues in the 70s with the introduction of the first full time 4x4 system.

Jeep models since 1941. A 1941 willys ma. Jeep has been part of chrysler since 1987 when chrysler acquired the jeep brand along with remaining assets from its previous owner american motors corporation amc. The first civilian jeep or cj was produced in 1941 by wyliss after which the company changed proprietors often. The sporty 2 door full size cherokee sj sweeps the 4x4 of the year awards.

1958 dj 3a pickup 1970 xj001 1970 xj002 1971 jeep cowboy. Jeep patriot a small suv originally based on the dodge caliber. The brand now has fourteen models available for play work recreation and luxury transportation. Since the beginning of jeep all kinds of different models have been made.

Was discontinued after the 2010 model. Jeep compass a small crossover suv originally based on the dodge caliber. American motors corporation amc purchases kaiser jeep 1970. Most of the ma s were sent to the united states allies in russia and england under the lend lease program.

Name changes to kaiser jeep 1963. Explore this decade. Release 75 year anniversary editions of everything. Born way back in 1941 the jeep brand has long been a staple of mechanics with military ambitions off road extremism and unapologetic patriotism as it unabashedly capitalizes upon three quarters of a century s worth of knowledge and history.

Seven unique models spikes sales. By late 1941 the jeep as we know it was coming together in leaps and bounds. However bantam was the only automaker that could meet the army s proposal to have a running prototype ready in 49 days. In 1940 the us military asked 135 car manufacturers to submit proposals to design and build a.

Fca no jeep wrangler history recap is complete without a mention of the willys mb. Read about the many different early jeep designs. All new jeep wagoneer is manufactured. Some of the more popular models including the wrangler of course cherokee and grand cherokee.

Wyliss was absorbed by kaiser in 1953 becoming kaiser jeep in the process. Jeep is a brand of american automobile and also a division of fca us llc formerly chrysler group llc a wholly owned subsidiary of the italian american corporation fiat chrysler automobiles. Jeeps are equipped with the first full time 4x4 system. Jeep commander xk largest suv in the jeep line it is a seven passenger suv.

Now in 2017 there are eight different jeep models to choose from including suv and cuv options.