As many of you have already seen, or heard, the folks over at JL Wrangler Forums announced that the pre-production JLU was spied near Auburn Hills the other day. They were able to get a few shots of the updated interior and the changes that will soon be coming.

• Dashboard layout
• New "infotainment" screen (with options available)
• New sleeker, cleaner trim
• Buttons and switchgear that will provide all new safety, convenience and technology
• Newer features
• Overhead console/interior roof

Modern Dashboard 

The new JL dashboard, at first look, appears to be a much more updated and modern design. 

• More symmetrical look
• The passenger grab bar handle no longer features the debossed "Jeep- Since 1941"  emblem.
• The central dash piece envelopes the air vents, UConnect screen and gauges
• The ignition switch is no longer there- the new JL will feature a push-to-start button
• The finish and trim is newer, sleeker and cleaner 
• The dashboard panel appears to be a one-piece smooth plastic finish in a deep red
• Silver trim lines the air vents and button clusters as well as the stalks (3, 6 and 9 positions) on the steering wheel
• The steering wheel appears to be more concave
• These photos are likely to be from a fully optional Rubicon but this is what the base interior materials and trim will most likely look

New "Infotainment" System

The new JL information/entertainment system includes plenty of new features, some which are seen on the new 2017 Grand Cherokee model.

• Comes with the current UConnect system in 3 available sizes: 5", 7" and 8.4"
• Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• 8.4" screen comes equipped with the new Off-Road Pages feature as seen in the 2017 Grand Cherokee model. This system includes features such as wheel articulation, t-case status, pitch and roll, transmission temps, suspension and monitor basic essentials like oil and coolant temps, battery voltage and oil pressure.
• The screen can operate as a touch screen and can also be controlled using the physical dials: power and volume, menu selection, zoom in/out for navigation

New Updated Features

The JL will retain the physical buttons to control climate, radio/stereo, safety/convenience, performance (traction control, parking sensor, front sway bar disconnect).

• Heated steering wheel
• Parking sensor that ties into the back up camera
• Engine auto start/stop button
• Push-to-start button
• Four auxiliary control switches

Overhead Console/Interior Roof

From the looks of it, the interior of the JL looks slightly longer and taller than the current JK Wrangler.

• Large overhead console with what looks like two sets of microphone holes
• Above the console there is a long lever/button. It's use or function is unknown at this time
• Built-in HomeLink garage door opener
• Built-in A-Pillar grab bars on driver and passenger side
• Thicker stalk on rearview mirror has what could be a power switch for dimming the rearview
• From the outside, it appears there are grab handles for the rear passengers as well (in the 4 door model, at least)

Again, big thanks to JL Wrangler Forums for providing us with the up to date information on the new upcoming Jeep Wrangler JL/JLU. Check back here for more updates soon.

Photo Credits: All photos credited to JL Wrangler Forums (http://www.jlwranglerforums.com/)