(April 20, 2014) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. —Chrysler says the all-new Fiat-derived 2015 Jeep Renegade offers the open-air freedom and iconic styling Jeep is known for in an all-new efficient, trail and urban-friendly size — designed to take the growing global small SUV segment head-on with its beefy proportions and purposeful design elements. Inside, the Renegade features high-quality materials and maximizes versatility and capability through clever, thoughtful storage features and useful technology.

The Renegade made its North American debut this past week at the New York Auto Show.

“With its powerful stance, rugged body forms and aggressive proportions, the all-new Renegade is pure Jeep design — styled for best-in-class off-road capability and a symbol of American design and ingenuity,” said Mark Allen, head of Jeep Design. “And with its city-friendly size and clever My Sky roof panel system inspired by the legendary Jeep Wrangler, Renegade will attract a new wave of youthful and adventurous customers around the world to the brand.”



From the start, Jeep designers knew the Renegade, which shares a platform with the Fiat Punto, would need to deliver best-in-class off-road capability with city-sized proportions that exuded the brand’s rugged, versatile and functional styling.

Secondly, designers knew that this new Jeep would symbolize American design and ingenuity as it marks the brand’s first entry into the small SUV segment in more than 100 markets around the globe. Last, this new Jeep vehicle must provide these youthful and adventurous customers with world-class levels of craftsmanship and efficiency and, more importantly, the toughness and open-air freedom of the legendary Jeep Wrangler.
 
The all-new 2015 Jeep Renegade builds on the Wrangler’s powerful stance, rugged body forms and aggressive proportions that include best-in-class approach and departure angles purposely designed to deliver best-in-class capability.

At the front, Renegade is decidedly Jeep with its signature seven-slot grille and accent colored “shield” surround. Like the Wrangler, the body-color vertical windshield surround provides visual strength to the vehicle. Large circular headlamps are tucked under the hood at the top for a meaner look. Below the grille, a two-piece front fascia is aerodynamically tuned and features a body-color upper and molded-in-color lower for durability against the elements.

Short overhangs, trapezoidal wheel arches and a sculptural blend of fluid shapes interrupted by strong chamfers create Renegade’s rugged bodyside form. Inheriting Jeep Wrangler’s DNA, the Renegade features beefy tires, wide fender forms, door-mounted side mirrors and a lifted belt line that recalls the icon’s half-doors.

Adding to the Renegade’s contemporary look is a blacked-out daylight opening, with an available black roof option that nods to Wrangler’s classic hardtop. At the sill, this new Jeep SUV features lower molded-in-color accent cladding that adds protection, all while lightening the weight of the vehicle by visually placing more painted body above the wheel centers.

Linking the side profile to the rear is the familiar Jeep shield-shape that ties in the rear backlight and Wrangler-like square tail lamps with black accent surround. For added detail, the tail lamps feature a new “X” form design theme inspired by military equipment – exuding strength and playing on Jeep brand’s roots. Below, the molded-in-color fascia integrates the optional trailer hitch receiver cleanly, along with red rear reflectors for added nighttime visibility.   
 
Designed for best-in-class off-road capability, the 2015 Renegade takes rugged Jeep design and capability to a whole new level. Exclusive exterior and interior colors, functional differences, such as signature red front tow hooks, Neutral Gray Satin Gloss exterior accents, skid plates, aggressive tires, and front and rear fascias with best-in-class approach and departure angles, all add to this Renegade model’s Trail Rated exterior appearance.
 
The Renegade interior features a rugged and energetic appearance that builds upon the Jeep brand’s legendary heritage. It’s precisely crafted details, innovative and high-quality color and material appointments, state-of-the-art technology, and clever storage features draw inspiration from contemporary extreme sports gear and lifestyles.

“The small SUV segment is a new segment for the Jeep brand and allowed us an opportunity to excite our new global customers with craftsmanship and versatility wrapped in colors, textures and styling that matches their thrill-seeking attitudes,” said Klaus Busse, head of Interior Design. “From technically styled elements, anodized interior accents, to colors and materials inspired from extreme sports equipment, the Renegade stands out in the segment.”
 
When designers of the 2015 Jeep Renegade began the interior design process, they started with a fresh canvas and simple design brief: create a small SUV that they themselves would aspire to own. This objective is strikingly apparent in the Renegade’s dynamic lines, hand-sculpted forms, and emotional character. The 2015 Jeep Renegade’s iconic design sets it apart in the global marketplace.

In addition to its 18.5 cubic feet of storage, or 50.8 cubic feet with rear seats folded flat, the vehicle neatly stows the removable My Sky roof panels underneath its dual-position rear cargo area shelf. A uniquely designed Jeep My Sky roof-panel bag is included to protect the panels and help keep the cargo area clean. Maximizing versatility is a fold-forward front seat that enables the all-new Renegade to accommodate up to a 5-foot ladder.