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# Jeep Gets Smart
- URL: https://www.protein.xyz/jeep-gets-smart/
- Published: 2003-10-24T18:41:34.000Z
- Updated: 2016-06-05T12:17:05.000Z
- Description: The Treo concept is a radical new design approach from Jeep that utilises an all-new platform combining drive-by-wire technology,…
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The Treo concept is a radical new design approach from Jeep that utilises an all-new platform combining drive-by-wire technology, a zero-emission fuel cell and twin electric motors i.e. it's an American [Smart ](http://www.smart.com/?ref=protein.xyz)car.

![](http://www.gizmo.com.au/pics/2271_02.jpg)

Premiering at the 37th Tokyo Motor Show, the compact 3-seater Treo also takes a fresh look at classic Jeep design themes such as the seven-bar grille and prominent windshield and includes a radical body that tapers front-to-back in a distinctive tear-drop shape.

![](http://www.gizmo.com.au/pics/2271_14.jpg)

Aimed at extending the brand's future customer base and capturing the youth / lifestyle market, the full-time four-wheel drive urban mobility vehicle has "A form and a presence that challenge the brand's traditional dimensions, but in the end, can still be viewed as being authentically Jeep." said Trevor Creed, Chrysler Group's Senior Vice President of Design.

![](http://www.gizmo.com.au/pics/2271_06.jpg)

The Treo's front end presents a new take on the classic Jeep 'face' before tapering front-to-back in a tear-drop shape to end with two high-mounted spar wings that house rear lamps and serve as mounts for two mountain bikes. The rear hatch with a large cutout notch provides easy access to rear storage. More pictures and specs [here.](http://www.gizmo.com.au/public/News/news.asp?articleid=2271&ref=protein.xyz) Via LucJam.