Every year in Moab, Utah, Jeep designers place their creativity to the test, coming up with all sorts of off-road-prepped ideas for the Easter Safari. For 2023, in addition to the bespoke Wrangler and Gladiator builds, the lineup contains a hybrid-converted 1978 Jeep Cherokee restomod, and a Grand Wagoneer Overland camper.

Four of the seven ideas that will be showcased at the 57th annual Easter Jeep Safari come fitted with electrified powertrains, displaying the automaker’s intention for the future. So let’s verify them out a single by a single, beginning with the highlights.

1978 Jeep Cherokee 4xe Concept

The most intriguing idea is primarily based on a 1978 Jeep Cherokee (SJ), featuring a modern day plug-in hybrid powertrain transplant from the new Wrangler 4xe. This contains the turbocharged two.-liter 4-cylinder engine, dual electric motors, a battery pack, and an eight-speed automatic elevating its overall performance and efficiency to 2023 requirements.

Besides getting electrified, the two-door off-roader from the ’70s has been upgraded with modern day off-road front and rear bumpers, a chrome-completed grille, LED headlights, a vintage paint job, and a set of 17-inch “slotted mag” style wheels shod in 37-inch tires. Inside, we discover a Wrangler-sourced steering wheel and dashboard such as the infotainment touchscreen, and a pair of leather-wrapped bucket seats. The rear bench has been removed, producing area for a 4-point security cage and a complete-size spare wheel. The rear side windows and the rear glass are also gone, for an open-air off-roading encounter.

Grand Wagoneer Overland Concept

The second highlight of the year is the Overland version of the 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. The complete-size SUV has been converted into an adventurous camper, thanks to the enormous roof-mounted carbon-fiber RedTail Overland Skyloft tent with integrated solar panels and windows, which can sleep two adults in a climate-controlled atmosphere. The cabin has also been customized, with the removal of the second and third rows producing a cozy living area region featuring beanbags, pillows, and rugs, whilst the sunroof offers simple access to the prime level.

The exterior attributes an Industrial Green shade with Gunmetal and red accents, a Warn winch, bumper-mounted laser lights, a set of 18-inch alloy wheels shod in 35-inch tires, fender extensions, and elevated ground clearance. Under the bonnet lies the twin-turbo three.-liter Hurricane engine creating 510 hp (380 kW / 517 PS) and 500 lb-ft (678 Nm) of torque, as in the production automobile.

Jeep Wrangler Magneto three. Concept

The third iteration of the totally electric Wrangler-primarily based “Magneto” idea is far more rugged-searching, off-road capable, and effective compared to its predecessors. The new and far more effective electric powertrain produces 650 hp (478 kW / 659 PS) and a monstrous 900 lb-ft (1,220 Nm) of torque, even though the driver can pick a reduced energy mode with 285 hp (210 kW / 289 PS) and 273 lb-ft (370 Nm) to preserve power.

The two-stage energy regeneration enables a single-pedal off-road driving, whilst the Dynatrac 60 and Dynatrac 80 axles, the 40-inch mud terrain tires, and the three-inch (7.six cm) lift kit make sure that this Wrangler is unstoppable – as extended as the battery is charged. Speaking of variety, Jeep announced a 20% improvement compared to the earlier Magneto ideas with no providing us distinct numbers.

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Visually, the idea adopts a doorless single-cab soft-prime pickup bodystyle with custom fenders. The thicker B-pillars have been pushed back by 60 mm (two.four inches), and the 15 cm (six inches) longer door openings enable simpler access in the cabin. At the front, Jeep installed the new seven-slot grille, a transparent bonnet insert, and a far more steeply raked windshield. The newest version of the Bright White and Surf Blue livery has red accents, with a equivalent theme for the leather-wrapped seats inside the cabin. The rear seats have been removed, producing an exposed Rhino-lined rear bed.

Jeep Scrambler 392 Concept

The Jeep Scrambler 392 Concept is a hommage to the 1981 Scrambler CJ-eight convertible truck. It adopts a doorless single-cab pickup design and style that is equivalent to the Magneto three., but the custom Sublime green carbon fiber bodywork attributes a far more sculpted profile, a distinct roof, and a far better-integrated B-pillar, alongside custom bumpers and fender flares. The two-seater cabin attributes plaid blue inserts and green stitching on the upholstery.

More essential adjustments are hiding beneath the bonnet, exactly where the Scrambler idea hides the six.four-liter Hemi V8 creating 470 hp (346 kW / 477 PS) and 470 lb-ft (637 Nm) of torque as in the Wrangler Rubicon 392. However, in the idea, the V8 is visible by way of a tinted transparent insert on the bonnet. Furthermore, the automobile rides on 20-inch rims shod in 40-inch tires, and attributes the AccuAir air suspension kit which increases the ground clearance up to five.five inches (14 cm).

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Concept

If you liked the pinkish Tuscadero shade that was accessible in the 2021 Jeep Wrangler, you will most likely like the Wrangler Rubicon 4xe idea and its deeper “chromatic magenta color” with gloss black accents. The idea gets the new seven-slot grille from the 20th Anniversary model, a Warn Zeon winch, and a quantity of American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) components. Those incorporate the 17-inch Borah wheels shod in 37-inch tires, the off-road front and rear bumpers, plus differential covers.

Inside, the leather-upholstered seats have animal print inserts equivalent to the bonnet sticker, the dashboard is wrapped in leather, and splashes of magenta can be discovered all more than the cabin. As recommended by the name, the idea is powered by the stock 4xe plug-in hybrid method.

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Departure Concept

Another Wrangler-primarily based idea is the “Departure”, combining the 5-door bodystyle with an open-air feeling and an array of JPP by Mopar accessories. The 20th Anniversary grille is hidden behind a custom tubular guard which folds down to transform into a “bumper bench”.

Other attributes incorporate a Warn winch, flat fender flares with removable DRL covers, roof-mounted TYRI rectangular LED lights, rock sliders, tube doors, Molle panels for further storage, and a rugged-searching tube gate at the back for the complete-size spare wheel. The Dark Harbor exterior shade is also utilised for the dashboard, combined with Acorn Squash Nappa leather and Carnegie Hall brown Nappa leather upholstery, white Serafil stitching, and Vintage Bronze accents.

The Wrangler 4xe Departure rides on 17-inch Vintage Bronze KMC Impact OL wheels shod in 37-inch BFGoodrich tires, combined with Bilstein overall performance shock absorbers and a two-inch (five cm) lift kit. As its name suggests, it comes fitted with the stock 4xe powertrain.

Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Sideburn Concept

Last but not least, the only Gladiator-primarily based idea for this year is named the Sideburn. Unlike its counterparts it is not electrified, getting powered by the usual three.six-liter Pentastar V6. Like the Wrangler Departure idea, it gets Bilstein overall performance shock absorbers and a two-inch (five cm) lift kit, accentuated by the 17-inch HRE FT1 wheels shod in 37-inch BF Goodrich tires.

The exterior is painted in an eye-catching Solar Flash Yellow shade, contrasting with the matte-black finish for the roof, rear bed, fenders, bumpers, and accessories. Among these there is the tubular grille guard that doubles as a bench, a limb-riser for heavy-duty cables that can avert possible harm to the front finish from loose branches, removable TYRI rectangular LED lights mounted on the roof, and a bespoke setup for the rear bed. The cool-searching carbon-fiber Spotr bar can accommodate transportable storage compartments and help the installation of roof cargo systems, whilst the bed itself integrates Molle panels, RotoPaX liquid containers, and a spare wheel.

Inside, the Gladiator Sideburn is bathed in a deep red-brown Vienesse Relicate Nappa leather upholstery Atomic Silver accents, a heavy-duty vinyl floor with drains, and a 3D topographical map of Moab on the matte-black dashboard.

Of course, none of the aforementioned builds is heading to production, as their objective is to showcase the “latest prototype and production parts”. However, a lot of of the accessories are accessible by way of Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) by Mopar, so Wrangler, Gladiator, and Grand Wagoneer owners can get some inspiration for their autos.

Jim Morrison, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand North America, stated: “Every year, more than 20,000 Jeep enthusiasts descend on Moab, Utah, for Easter Jeep Safari to drive in the most extreme off-road conditions, where our engineers continue to push the capability of our Jeep vehicles to next levels. It’s the perfect place to showcase our seven new Jeep concepts, because it’s with these Jeep enthusiasts that we’ll be able to push the limits even more and get their feedback on where they want to take the Jeep brand into the future.”

The seven ideas will tackle the 57th annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, in between April 1 and 9. You can verify out a detailed presentation in the official video beneath.