There seemed to be tons of Jeep brand SUVs in Italy when I was there in October....

_zamorano_ · on April 3, 2020

Jeep, being part of FCA Group (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles), is closer to Italy automotive industry than any other SUV brand.

jaclaz · on April 4, 2020

Additionally, they (actual Jeeps from FCA) were marketed/priced aggressively, and quite a few went in the rent a car segment.

Think of 25,000 to 35,000 for a "Jeep Renegade" (which is rather common in Italy), vs. 50,000 to 70,000 for (say) a BMW X3.

Speaking of the Renegade, they are manufactured in Italy, and have the same platform as the Fiat 500X, and they are largely 2 wheel drive.