There will be two different engine options for the U.S., including a 2.4-liter I-4 Tigershark engine that produces 184 horsepower and 177 lb.-ft. of torque. The 2.4-liter Tigershark will be mated to the company’s nine-speed automatic transmission also found on the Cherokee. The other powertrain option for the U.S. market is a 1.4-liter Multiair Turbo four-cylinder engine that produces 160 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque. Although final figures are not yet released regarding fuel economy, Jeep does expect more than 30 miles for highway ratings for both motors.

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Jeep also pointed out the 2015 Renegade will feature segment-exclusive technologies that are typically only found in more high-end SUVs. The Renegade will be available with Uconnect Access, allowing for Chrysler’s road side assistance, celluar connection for one-tough emergency contact should it be needed, and Blue-tooth options related to music streaming and text message “reading” over the speakers. The Renegade will also feature either a 5-inch or 6.5-inch touchscreen radio, as well as the segment’s largest full-color instrument cluster display that features personalized layouts.

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Pricing is not yet released for the Renegade, but Jeep did tell us the 2015 Renegade should be available in the first quarter of 2015.

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