Final Edition Marks Jeep’s Goodbye to the Wrangler Rubicon 392
Apr 20, 2024 - 2 minute read
For decades, the Jeep Wrangler and its JL predecessors were known for their high level of off-road capability, nimble dexterity, and versatility with features like removable doors and drop-down windshields. They weren’t really noted for being overtly powerful. That changed in the summer of 2021 when Jeep introduced the Wrangler Rubicon 392, the most powerful JL ever produced. Under the hood was a 6.4-liter (392 cubic inch) Hemi V8 that produced 470 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque.
However, all good things must end, and 2024 will be the last year for the Rubicon 392. Krusen Motors is here to report that the 392 will appropriately go out with a bang in the form of the Wrangler Rubicon Final Edition.
The Final Edition will feature several exterior and interior enhancements, making it a standout on the trail. Already having the ability to rocket from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds and go on to trip the quarter mile in 13.0 seconds, there was no need for any additional power. Torque emerging from the 8-speed automatic heads to the Selec-Trac full-time, active transfer case with a 2.72 low-range gear ratio. The transfer case includes four driver-selectable modes:
4WD Auto
4WD High
Neutral
4WD Low.
The transfer case is intuitive, allowing the driver to set it and forget it while constantly sending power to the front and rear wheels. The Selec-Trac Neutral setting enables the Wrangler Rubicon 392 to be flat-towed. For slow-speed activity, 4WD low creates a 48:1 crawl ratio, enabling one-pedal operation. Off-road ability is further enhanced by heavy-duty Dana 44 front and rear axles with thicker axle tubes and Tru-Lok electronic locking differentials. The front sway bar can be electronically disconnected to maximize suspension travel.
While mechanically unchanged, the Final Edition will be immediately recognizable for its:
35-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires
Bronze 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels
Factory-installed 8,000-pound-capacity Warn winch
Mopar triple loop grille guard
Mopar heavy-duty rock sliders
Half-inch suspension lift delivering 11.6 inches of ground clearance and 34.5 inches of water fording
Unique decor on the hood and front fenders
There is more uniqueness inside the cabin where the Final Edition will feature:
Black Nappa leather
12-way power performance seats
Mayan gold stitching and Tupelo highlights
A special shifter medallion and swing gate plaque
Mopar fold-out swing gate table
Mopar Jeep 83-piece toolkit
Mopar on-board air compressor optional for trailside tire pressure management.
The Final Edition will also include changes common to all 2024 Wranglers, such as the revised seven-slot grille, standard side curtain airbags, and a 12.3-inch Uconnect touchscreen.
“Jeep Wrangler 392 remains atop the mountain in terms of all-out performance, power and unmatched capability. These are game-changing strengths that our most impassioned Jeep enthusiasts asked us for, and that the competition was unable to match," said Bill Peffer, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand – North America. “To celebrate the existence of this powerhouse, we’re sending the raucous, 392-powered Wrangler off in style with this special Final Edition, limited to just 3,700 units globally.”
This is the last chance for a new Wrangler Rubicon with this level of power, and Jeep is sending it off in style. With only 3,700 units being built, distribution will be thin. If you want to see the Final Edition in person, contact one of the Krusin Motors sales professionals to arrange for you to experience this special model first-hand.