Reuters report: Jeep to slow introductions of new models

[haven]

according to Reuters, Jeep has slowed its timetable for introduction of new models:

Replacements for Compass and Patriot -- from Spring 2016 to Fall 2017
Next generation Wrangler -- from early 2017 to July 2017
Grand Cherokee replacement From late 2018 to late 2018
New Grand Wagoneer -- from 2018 to 2020

http://www.autonews.com/article/20150602/OEM/150609977

 

[HRPINDC]

I think they're focusing all of their efforts on the new high dollar competition for the Land Rover.

 

[Mitch502]

Or they're enjoying selling everything they have so well, they're going to ride it out and not saturate the market anymore.

 

[goodtimes]

Stretch out the life cycle, save cash.

Probably a smart move.

 

[fuoristrada camper]

Bad news for EU markets , as the Euro 5 diesel engine is banned starting january 2016 , this would mean we'll be without Jk's Crd for more than 1 1/2 year......

 

[haven]

Reuters caught Jeep CEO Mike Manley on the golf course today. This time he said 2018 was a best-case scenario for the introduction of the mostly-redesigned Grand Cherokee, with 2019 or even later possible. This means Jeep won't offer a more expensive, more luxurious vehicle to compete with Range Rover and other European brands as soon as originally planned.

The Wrangler re-design, in contrast, is on track for 2017.

http://www.reuters.com/article/2015/06/26/fiat-chrysler-jeep-idUSL1N0ZC0V720150626

 

[jaxyaks]

It's probably because their broke and every dollar is going to put Fiats on the road...there is a reason they are looking for a partner/buyer to merge with...