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Three Reasons that the Jeep AEV Upfitting Packages are Exploding in Popularity for 2024 Jeep Gladiators and Wranglers

Jeep has teamed up with AEV to make its 2024 Jeep Gladiators and Wranglers even more rugged. We look into why the new packages are so popular.
2024 Jeep Gladiator with AEV Upgrade

Off-roading is still seeing unprecedented demand in the truck and SUV world. Jeep has witnessed the growth in popularity and is making sure its SUVs and Gladiator mid-size truck can compete with the best of them. Last month, Jeep introduced three new AEV upfit packages for its 2024 Jeep Wrangler models. Now, it is adding three new AEV upfit packages for the 2024 Jeep Gladiators.

New AEV Upfit Packages Available for 2024 Jeep Gladiators

The new AEV packages offered for the 2024 Jeep Gladiators mirror the packages announced for the Jeep Wranglers. The American Expedition Vehicles packages are called the Upcountry, Upcountry+  and the Level II. I’ll explain the difference in the packages in a minute, but first let’s look at three reasons why they are so popular.

“The dealer orderable AEV upfit packages for the new 2024 Jeep Gladiator give Jeep truck owners even more capability and customization choices,” said Jim Morrison, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand North America. “This selection of upfit packages for the 2024 Gladiator gives our passionate off-road enthusiasts the option to pick the upfit package that best suits their off-roading adventures.”

 

 

Different Packages Offer Different Levels of Capability

Some off-roaders want to be able to tackle the roughest terrain possible. You see pictures posted from these daredevils taken on the highest rocks with death-defying cliffs. If they aren’t climbing the steepest mountain faces, they at least want to look like they can do it. Other drivers know what level they want to tackle and are happy having the extra capability to conquer the trails with medium difficulty. Still other drivers know they want just a little more control as they head to the beach or on the easier trails. The three different packages all provide better handling and control when off-road.

Three New AEV Packages Offer More Customization

The new packages offer the new owner the ability to pick exactly what they want on their new ride. Do they want huge tires, better water-fording, perhaps more ground clearance? The buyer has the ability to select down to the smallest detail. Buyers can now make sure that their 2024 Jeep Gladiator looks unlike any other.

The Cost of the AEV Packages Can be Built into the Cost of the Vehicle

Customers can place AEV upfit orders for the 2024 Jeep Gladiator through their local Jeep dealer this month. Vehicles will ship directly from the Toledo Assembly Complex to AEV for upfit, then to the customer’s dealer of choice. That means that the cost of the upfit package can be spread over the life of the vehicle loan. That makes it much easier for the buyer than having to pay for the customization out of pocket. Jeep and Ram have had tremendous luck with specialty packages that be ordered straight from the factory. The reasoning is brilliant. Make a product easier to purchase and people will buy it.

 

Upcountry and Upcountry+ upfits by AEV are available for Gladiator Sport, Willys, Mojave and Rubicon models.

 

AEV Upcountry upfit package

 

  • AEV 2.0-inch suspension kit
  • AEV jack base
  • AEV ProCal
  • AEV Pintler wheels
  • 35-inch BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires
  • JPP/Mopar flare extensions
  • AEV plaque

 

Upcountry specifications:

  • 15 inches of ground clearance
  • 35 inches of water fording
  • 47-degree approach angle
  • 25-degree breakover angle
  • 33-degree departure angle

 

AEV Upcountry+ upfit 

  • AEV EX front bumper
  • AEV non-winch cover plate
  • AEV 2.0-inch suspension kit
  • AEV jack base
  • AEV ProCal
  • AEV Pintler wheels
  • 35-inch BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires
  • JPP/Mopar flare extensions
  • AEV plaque
  • AEV tailgate badge

 

 

Level II upfit by AEV, with 37-inch BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires, increases capability of Gladiator Rubicon with up to 16 inches of ground clearance, 36 inches water fording, 57-degree approach angle, 26-degree breakover angle and 34-degree departure angle.

 

AEV Level II Rubicon upfit only available on Rubicon:

  • AEV EX front bumper
  • AEV front skid plate
  • AEV 7000 series lights
  • Warn Zeon 10-S winch
  • AEV trail camera relocation kit
  • AEV 2.5-inch DualSport suspension with Bilstein 5100 shocks
  • Upgraded steering stabilizer
  • AEV jack base
  • AEV ProCal
  • 37-inch BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires
  • AEV Savegre II wheels
  • JPP/Mopar flare extensions
  • AEV plaque
  • AEV Level II badging

 

Level II specifications:

  • 16 inches of ground clearance
  • 36 inches of water fording
  • 57-degree approach angle
  • 26-degree breakover angle
  • 34-degree departure angle

Customers can place AEV upfit orders for the 2024 Gladiator through their local Jeep dealer now. Vehicles will ship directly from the Toledo Assembly Complex to AEV for upgrade, then to the customer’s dealer of choice.

At this point, Jeep is not giving the prices of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator AEV packages. I will link you to my article on the 2024 Jeep Wrangler AEV packages to give you an idea of the cost of the possible upgrades.

 

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Mary Conway is a professional automotive journalist and has decades of experience specializing in automotive news analysis. She covered the Detroit Three for more than twenty years for the ABC affiliate, in Detroit. Her affection for the Motor City comes naturally. Her father ran a gas station while Mary was growing up, in Wisconsin.

 

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