WHAT IS TRAIL RATED®

A Trail Rated® badge is not given. It’s earned. Every Trail Rated 4x4 Jeep® Brand vehicle has succeeded against a series of grueling tests in five categories: Traction, Water Fording, Maneuverability, Articulation and Ground Clearance.

TRACTION


Jeep ® Brand Trail Rated® 4x4 vehicles have the to handle some of the harshest, most unpredictable driving conditions. Whether you’re looking to take on some of the toughest terrain on earth or make it home through a freak snowstorm, your Jeep ® Brand Trail Rated® vehicle can conquer.

WATER FORDING


With Trail Rated® capability on your side, you can traverse bodies of water that other vehicles wouldn’t dare attempt. Electrical connections and body openings are sealed and the air intake is positioned higher to protect your vehicle when driving through overflowing creeks, streams and deceivingly deep rainstorm puddles.

MANEUVERABILITY


Swiftly dodge obstacles on the trail, veer around narrow gaps or safely navigate around an accident. Thanks to precision steering and optimized wheelbases, your Jeep ® Brand Trail Rated® 4x4 vehicle can handle tight trail switchbacks and emergency situations.

ARTICULATION


The best adventures usually take place on the roughest terrain, but good doesn’t just come in handy when off-roading. Areas with heavy construction or deep potholes require maximum suspension flexibility. Higher levels of ensure your wheels remain stable and engaged when one or more tires are off the ground.

GROUND CLEARANCE


Trail Rated® gives you plenty of room between the underside of your vehicle and the terrain, allowing you to drive over rocks and logs without underbody damage. , and are all maximized, giving you more options to go over when going around isn’t possible.

WHERE WE TEST

RUBICON TRAIL, CALIFORNIA

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DRIVEN TO DOMINATE


Trail Rated® testing begins in the state-of-the-art facilities at FCA US headquarters before heading out to some of the most challenging terrain on earth. Jeep® Brand Trail Rated 4x4 vehicles don’t just endure the hostile cold of Northern Michigan and the unforgivable boulders of the Rubicon. They conquer. Treacherous trails and weather conditions only serve to reinforce their remarkable Trail Rated capability.

( DisclosureAlways drive within your ability and experience level and consistent with conditions.)

Always drive within your ability and experience level and consistent with conditions.

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WHY WE TEST

Pushing our vehicles as far as they can go is part of the Jeep® Brand DNA. As long as we strive for groundbreaking capability and you pursue exhilarating adventure, Jeep Brand Trail Rated® vehicles will continue to be tested to battle everything you may encounter.

( DisclosureBe sure to follow all instructions in owners manual for removal of top, doors and lowering of windshield.)

Be sure to follow all instructions in owners manual for removal of top, doors and lowering of windshield.

Off-Road Adventures 

Say yes to uninhibited, adrenaline-packed off-road adventure. Before you hit the trails, check out our essential Off-Road Guide for some helpful tips and advice. 
( DisclosureAlways drive within your ability and experience level and consistent with conditions. Be sure to follow all instructions in owners manual for removal of top, doors and lowering of windshield.)

Always drive within your ability and experience level and consistent with conditions. Be sure to follow all instructions in owners manual for removal of top, doors and lowering of windshield.

Jeep® Life 

We don’t make Jeep®. You do. Revel in the unstoppable spirit that makes up the Jeep Brand community and experience what it really means to live the Jeep life.