The 2027 Jeep Wrangler Smoky Mountain Special Edition adds a focused equipment package to the four-door Wrangler Willys. Jeep introduced it at the Smoky Mountain Invasion gathering in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, as the tenth release in its Twelve 4 Twelve series. Jeep now accepts orders and plans limited quantities.
Willys Hardware Gives It Trail Credibility
Jeep equips the Wrangler Smoky Mountain with Dana 44 front and rear axles, a 4.10 axle ratio, a locking rear differential, steel rock rails and a trailer hitch. The rear locker couples both rear wheels when one loses traction; the rails help shield the body sills from rocks. Those components affect trail use more directly than the edition's hood decals.
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The four-door layout supplies rear-seat and cargo space, though its longer wheelbase calls for more care when crossing sharp crests. Jeep has not released edition-specific approach, breakover or departure angles. Buyers should get the figures for their selected tire package before planning demanding trails.
Two Gasoline Engines, Both Automatic
Jeep offers a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and a 3.6-liter V6, each with an eight-speed automatic. The turbo makes 35 lb-ft more peak torque; the V6 makes 15 more horsepower. Those figures describe peak output, not a published Smoky Mountain torque curve.
| Specification | 2.0-liter turbo | 3.6-liter V6 |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration | Four cylinders, turbocharged | Six cylinders, naturally aspirated |
| Peak power | 270 hp | 285 hp |
| Peak torque | 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) | 260 lb-ft (352 Nm) |
| Transmission | Eight-speed automatic | Eight-speed automatic |
| Peak torque difference | 35 lb-ft more than V6 | 35 lb-ft less than turbo |
Looking at the data, the turbo's peak torque advantage amounts to about 13.5 percent. That figure deserves attention if you regularly climb with a loaded vehicle. Compare throttle response on a test drive, because peak ratings alone do not capture control at walking speed.
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What Do the 35-Inch Tires Change?
Standard 33-inch BFGoodrich KO2 all-terrain tires mount on 17-inch smoky black wheels. Jeep also offers 35-inch KO2 tires. A two-inch increase in nominal diameter raises the axle center by roughly one inch, while each tire travels about 6.1 percent farther per revolution. The table shows geometry estimates, not measured tire or vehicle clearances.
| Tire calculation | Standard 33-inch | Available 35-inch |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal diameter | 33 in (838 mm) | 35 in (889 mm) |
| Nominal radius | 16.5 in (419 mm) | 17.5 in (445 mm) |
| Circumference, approximately | 103.7 in (2,634 mm) | 110.0 in (2,793 mm) |
| Theoretical axle-height gain | Baseline | About 1 in (25 mm) |
| Effective gearing relative to 33-inch tires | 4.10 baseline | About 3.87 equivalent |
The taller tire effectively softens the 4.10 gearing by about 5.7 percent at the contact patch if the axle ratio stays fixed. Its measured diameter, loaded radius and weight can differ from nominal figures. Check the order sheet for the 35-inch package's final gearing and the size of its full-size spare tire.
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Dark Exterior, Specific Cabin Details
Jeep pairs a gloss-black grille and hood-side Smoky Mountain graphics with body-color fender flares and a standard body-color hardtop. The Sky One-Touch power roof remains optional. Inside, Black Ferndale cloth seats carry a 1941 Willys parachute graphic, while Terracotta stitching and Blaze Orange trim supply color.
- Standard comfort equipment includes heated seats, a heated steering wheel and dual-zone automatic climate control.
- A bear-and-cub shifter medallion and a commemorative rear-gate plaque identify this edition.
- The four-door model accepts either gasoline engine with an automatic transmission; Jeep does not offer a manual for this edition.
Price and Buying Pro-Tip
Jeep says the Smoky Mountain costs $80 above a popularly equipped Wrangler Willys. That comparison does not establish an $80 surcharge over a base Willys. MotorTrend estimates a price around $51,760 including destination, but the final sticker depends on engine, tires, roof and other options.
Pro-Tip: How Should You Compare Dealer Quotes?
Request two itemized quotes with matching engines, tires, roofs and destination charges. Then check the window sticker for the exact tire and spare sizes, and confirm the vehicle's tow rating in its documentation. A standard trailer hitch does not, by itself, establish towing capacity.
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