First Italy-built Jeep has GM platform roots

One of the stars of the 2014 Geneva Motor Show is the subcompact 2015 Jeep Renegade, the first model in Jeep history to be based on a platform co-developed by Opel and made in Italy.
Depending on market, Renegade will be available with 16 powertrain based around 1.4-, 1.6-, and 2.4-L naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline four-cylinder engines as well as 1.6- and 2.0-L turbodiesels. Transmissions are the ZF-developed 948TE nine-speed planetary automatic; the Fiat-sourced C635 triple-shaft six-speed DCT; plus five- and six-speed manuals. There are two Active Drive 4x4 systems, including one with low range for rock-crawling Trailhawk models. It is the first vehicle in its segment with a rear-axle disconnect for improved on-road fuel efficiency.
First Italy-built Jeep has GM platform roots - SAE International