Chrysler, Dodge, Ram, and Jeep 2013

by Dan Minick of Global Auto with speculative renderings by Charger, JackRatchett, S. Weigel, and Suzq044

It’s 2013 and the Fiat-Chrysler plan is in full swing.  By now we’ve seen refreshes of practically all the existing lineup for North America, and the new joint projects are appearing at your local Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram dealership.  Most are powered by Chrysler engines, with some having diesels and some using Fiat's 1.4 liter four-cylinder (normally 100 hp, or turbocharged for 150 hp). Trucks will continue having the Cummins diesels.

Here’s what we’ll be seeing:

(Editor’s note: the stated plan is to have Chrysler take responsibility for vehicles larger than a Volkswagen Jetta, and for Fiat to take responsibility for smaller vehicles. Chrysler will apparently handle engines larger than 2 liters, hybrids, and electrics, while Fiat will handle smaller engines and small/mid-sized diesels. See the Five Year Plan and Chrysler-Fiat Alliance.)

Dodge cars

Dodge Stinger

Dodge’s entry level model is a B-segment hatch smaller than Civic Si or VW GTI, but with enough attitude to hit against those models.  This model will most likely be a rework of Fiat’s Grande Punto Abarth or the Alfa MiTo. (Editor’s note: This model would essentially be a modified Fiat design.)

Dodge Hornet

Next up is Dodge’s C-segment 4 door sedan with an actual trunk, taking over for the Caliber, and filling the gap vacated by the demise of the Neon.  This has to hit hard against Civic / Corolla / Cruze.  Derived from the C-evo platform, along with the Fiat Bravo, Alfa Milano and others. 

Dodge Matador

Dodge’s competition for Camry/Accord but with some kick.  Dodge’s version of the D-evo platform (itself a stretched C-evo).  (Editor’s note: This model would essentially be a Chrysler design using Fiat dimensions and basic architectures with Chrysler engines and transmissions.)

Dodge Charger

Redesigned for 2011 or 2012, the Charger is the muscle car with room for the family.

Dodge Challenger

Probably a mild refresh, but continuing as Dodge’s muscle car entry with a choice of the Hemi or the Pentastar V6.

Dodge Journey

Continuing as the crossover / wagon entry in North America, it also spawns a sibling for sale in other global markets, badged as a Fiat and filling the gap left by the cancelling of the Fiat Ulyssee minivan and possibly also replacing the Multipla.

Dodge Caravan

Due for a refresh, we might see the Town & Country split from the Caravan into larger and smaller models, although too early to tell yet.

Dodge Durango

Spinning off of the new Grand Cherokee as the big people mover, Durango may get a name change when it’s launched.

Ram trucks

Li’l Ram Express

Bringing deliveries to your door with either Multi-Air efficiency or electric power, Ram gets its own version of Fiat’s recently revised Doblo. (Editor’s note: this would be imported and a Fiat design.)

Ram Daily

For fleets and commercial businesses that had made the move to DaimlerChrysler’s Sprinter, the Ram Daily should fit the bill nicely as the successor.  (Editor’s note: This model would probably be a Chrysler design using Fiat dimensions and basic architectures.)

Ram pickups

Ram pickups were just introduced and no major changes are expected, other than the addition of the hybrid Ram 1500, the use of the Pentastar V6 instead of the current Next Generation V6, and possibly upgraded transmissions and the use of MultiAir.

Jeep

Jeep Trailduster

Coming in as Jeep’s entry level model and somewhat replacing the Compass, is a Fiat Panda derived Jeep.  Built in Toluca along the the Fiat 500, the Trailduster is more than just another all wheel drive econo-box.

Jeep ‘Patriot’

Jeep’s new C-segment entry, replacing both the Patriot and Compass.  This model will probably help spawn a sister Fiat vehicle (although the Fiat will be more ‘car-like’) to replace the Fiat Sedici (Suzuki SX4).  Based on the C-evo platform.

Jeep ‘Liberty’

Based on the D-evo (stretched C-evo) platform, this new model replaces the Liberty.  (Editor’s note: This model would probably be a Jeep design using Fiat dimensions and basic architectures.)

Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler gets the Pentastar V6 engine, and possibly more attention to its transmission and four wheel drive systems, along with minor cosmetic tweaks in 2011 and 2012.

Jeep Grand Cherokee

Chrysler

Chrysler Java / Lancia Musa / Ypsilon

Straddling the smaller side of the PT Cruiser is most likely a reworked Lancia Musa.  Lancia Musa currently is the best selling MPV in Italy.  The Lancia Ypsilon could be a candidate for North America, but current Ypsilon is only a two door.  Ypsilon is scheduled to be updated this next year, and most likely the Musa will be redone before 2013 hits.  (Models shown are based off of the current Musa and Ypsilon)

Chrysler 100C / Lancia Delta

Slightly larger than the PT Cruiser being replaced is a sedan version of the Lancia Delta.  (hatch and sedan variants shown). 

Most likely the hatchback Delta won’t translate well to American buyers, so we’ll have to settle for a sedan spinoff. 

Chrysler 200C / Lancia Flavia

Much the same way the rear wheel drive Chrysler Airflite concept made it to the current Sebring on a front wheel drive platform, the 200C styling shows up on the scene on Fiat-Chrysler’s C/D-Evo+ platform.  Sold in Europe as a Lancia Flavia, Fiat Group finally has serious contenders for the D-segment battle with Ford Mondeo and VW Passat.  (Editor’s note: This model would be a Chrysler design using Fiat dimensions and basic architectures.)

Chrysler 300C / Lancia Flaminia

Refreshed and updated, the ‘new’ Chrysler 300C brings more class and luxury to the Chrysler brand than has been seen in a long time.  The 300C’s sister for Europe revives memories of exotic big Lancias of the past and gives Lancia a flagship much better looking then the slow selling Thesis. 

Chrysler Town & Country / Lancia Voyager

A face lift and a Lancia badge for Europe gives new life to the perennial minivan. 

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