Mopar Reveals Three SEMA Concepts

Although plenty of auto shows around the globe allow manufacturers to show off new production models, the annual SEMA show in Las Vegas lets automakers have the most fun. It’s all about the aftermarket and what’s possible with the vehicle, and yes, aftermarket parts can come from OEMs. Take a look at these three builds from Mopar to see how they’re helping their customers.

Plymouth GTX Electromod

This 1967 Plymouth GTX has been converted to electric power to hint at what the future might hold for Mopar’s lineup of crate powertrains. Under the hood is a 400-volt, 250-kilowatt electric drive system topped by a charging module with a cover designed as an homage to the Hellcat V-8’s supercharger. Output is approximately 335 hp. Three trunk-mounted battery packs join with one underhood pack to total 73 kilowatt hours, giving a range of about 250 miles. That power level is nothing Earth-shaking, but it’s EV power, so the output is linear, with immediate torque. We have a feeling this would be a great cruiser and also rip away from stoplights with enough gusto to leave onlookers surprised at the silent getaway.

All of the drive module mounts have been designed to work in B-body and E-body vehicles and be water-jet cut from 6061 aluminum alloy, so Mopar has its homework done if this kit does make it to market.

Aside from its powerplant, the GTX also makes a statement with its vibrant Frostbite Blue hue. Body modifications include a carbon fiber hood with functional heat extractors, color-matched bumpers tucked in close to the body, satin black trim, and a flip-top fuel filler converted to serve as the charge port. It also has an upgraded suspension to take advantage of its surge of electric power, as a three-link rear suspension works with 18×9-inch BTG forged magnesium wheels finished in Vintage Bronze and shod in Pirelli P Zero rubber.

Inside, the classic GTX interior has been updated with a modern, three-spoke steering wheel finished in Vintage Bronze and wrapped in IndiGo Blue leather with orange accent stitching. Matching upholstery is found on the door panels and the bucket seats, which were pulled from a two-door Jeep Wrangler. The seating choice makes perfect sense, as their forward tilting capability makes it easy to access the back seat. Other modern parts bin selections include a rotary shift knob from a Dodge Durango and a Jeep Grand Cherokee cupholder.

Ram 2500 Power Wagon Concept

Starting with the heavy-duty workhorse Power Wagon and adding Mopar accessories, this concept shows what’s possible with mostly off-the-shelf components. It rides on the factory suspension but adds 20×10-inch Rhino Alpha wheels mounted with 35-inch Goodyear tires. Its bed is fitted with a rack system from Leitner Designs and carries up to eight GearPODS along the top of the bedsides. A drop-in
bed slide system helps get gear in and out of the bed easier.

Inside, the factory seats were recovered with brown and black premium Katzkin leather highlighted with Raven and Mango suede with contrasting Copperhead Orange stitching and Mopar logos debossed on the front seat backs. On the dash, a new instrument panel accessory rail can hold a phone or a dash cam to capture trail adventures.

Moparized Ram 1500 RHO

The Ram RHO is already a high-flying, 540-hp piece of off-road engineering, but there are still a few ways to amp up its style and performance. The RHO’s satin metallic Diamond Black exterior gets Mopar Blue graphics, a set of fender flares, and 37-inch tires.

Its list of Mopar accessories includes side steps, a bed-mounted spare tire carrier, and a RamBar accessory bar fitted with two 12-inch TYRI LEDs. Further, the RHO’s Hurricane H/O engine uses a Mopar exhaust system with 5-inch tips that feature the Mopar Omega M logo. The Mopar Blue theme continues inside, where Alea Leather upholstery on the front and rear seats also includes Mopar Blue accents.

These three concepts, plus an array of crate engines and some of our favorite Jeep builds from this year’s Easter Jeep Safari, will be on display in the Mopar booth at SEMA’s South Hall.