Jeep Wrangler
The 2026 Jeep Wrangler presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection crucial.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 13 | 16 | 14 | 18.09 | 14.7 | 16.8 | — |
| 2025 | 13 | 16 | 14 | 18.09 | 14.7 | 16.8 | — |
| 2024 | 13 | 16 | 14 | 18.09 | 14.7 | 16.8 | — |
| 2023 | 13 | 17 | 14 | 18.09 | 13.84 | 16.8 | — |
| 2022 | 13 | 17 | 14 | 18.09 | 13.84 | 16.8 | — |
| 2021 | 13 | 17 | 14 | 18.09 | 13.84 | 16.8 | — |
| 2020 | 17 | 23 | 19 | 13.84 | 10.23 | 12.38 | — |
| 2019 | 17 | 23 | 19 | 13.84 | 10.23 | 12.38 | — |
| 2018 | 17 | 21 | 18 | 13.84 | 11.2 | 13.07 | 17-23 mpg combined |
| 2017 | 17 | 21 | 18 | 13.84 | 11.2 | 13.07 | — |
| 2016 | 17 | 21 | 18 | 13.84 | 11.2 | 13.07 | — |
| 2015 | 17 | 21 | 18 | 13.84 | 11.2 | 13.07 | — |
| 2014 | 17 | 21 | 18 | 13.84 | 11.2 | 13.07 | — |
| 2013 | 17 | 21 | 18 | 13.84 | 11.2 | 13.07 | — |
| 2012 | 17 | 21 | 18 | 13.84 | 11.2 | 13.07 | 17-21 mpg combined |
| 2011 | 15 | 19 | 17 | 15.68 | 12.38 | 13.84 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | suv | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | suv | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | suv | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | suv | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | suv | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | suv | 8 | 6.4 | Premium | Manual/Standard | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Manual/Standard | 4-Wheel Drive | 270-285 hp | 260-442 lb-ft | V6, Inline-4 Turbo |
| 2017 | — | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2016 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2014 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2013 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2012 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 285 hp | 260 lb-ft | V6 |
| 2011 | suv | 6 | 3.8 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | pricing | Base price | Trim | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | Base price: $55,225, Trim: Unlimited Sport | $55,225 | Unlimited Sport | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | Base price: $28,295 | $28,295 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | Base price: $28,045, Trim: Sport | $28,045 | Sport | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | Base price: $29,240, Trim: Unlimited Sport | $29,240 | Unlimited Sport | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | Base price: $34,245, Trim: Rubicon | $34,245 | Rubicon | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $22,045, MSRP range: $22,045 - $33,770, Confidence: 0.8, notes: Range reflects Sport 2dr to Unlimited Rubicon 4dr trims., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 6/8/2026 | — | — | — | USD | $22,045 | $22,045 - $33,770 | 0.8 | Range reflects Sport 2dr to Unlimited Rubicon 4dr trims. | llm_estimate | 6/8/2026 |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Steering location | Seat rows | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | 5 | 4 | 787 | 27.7 | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Right-Hand Drive (RHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 118.4, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | Right-Hand Drive (RHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 118.4 | 17 | 17 |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4 | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | — | — | — |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Seat rows: 2 | Wheels: 4, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | — | — | 2 | — | 4 | — | 17 | 17 |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 498 | 17.6 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 118.4, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | — | 2 | 4 | 118.4 | 17 | 17 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 95.4, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 95.4 | 17 | 17 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 5 | 4 | 892 | 31.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 4 | 2 | 487 | 17.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 4 | 2 | 142 | 4.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | nhtsaSafetyRatings | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | blindSpotMonitoring | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | Frontal crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | pedestrianAeb | parkAssist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | Frontal crash: 4, Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2023 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | optional | optional | standard | — | — | — | — | 4 | 3 | 2023 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — |
| 2022 | Frontal crash: 4, Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2022 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | 4 | 3 | 2022 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | standard | optional |
| 2021 | Frontal crash: 4, Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2021 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | optional | optional | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | 4 | 3 | 2021 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — |
| 2020 | Frontal crash: 4, Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2020 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | standard | — | — | standard | standard | 4 | 3 | 2020 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — |
| 2019 | Rated vehicle: 2019 Jeep Wrangler 2 DR 4WD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | optional | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — | — | 2019 Jeep Wrangler 2 DR 4WD | — | — |
| 2018 | Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2018 Jeep Wrangler 2 DR 4WD Later Release | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — | optional | standard | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2018 Jeep Wrangler 2 DR 4WD Later Release | — | — |
| 2017 | Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2017 Jeep Wrangler 2 DR 4WD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard | — | 3 | 2017 Jeep Wrangler 2 DR 4WD | — | — |
| 2016 | Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2016 Jeep Wrangler 4DR 4WD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2016 Jeep Wrangler 4DR 4WD | — | — |
| 2015 | Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2015 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2015 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — |
| 2014 | Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2014 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2014 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — |
| 2013 | Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2013 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2013 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — |
| 2012 | Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2012 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2012 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — |
| 2011 | Rollover: 3, Rated vehicle: 2011 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2011 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
| Year | infotainment | ev | Electrification | Battery type | Apple CarPlay | Android Auto |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | Electrification: phev, Battery type: Lithium-Ion/Li-Ion | phev | Lithium-Ion/Li-Ion | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | Apple CarPlay: Standard, Android Auto: Standard | — | — | — | Standard | Standard |
| 2017 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Jeep Wrangler presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection crucial.
2025
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler presents a below-average reliability outlook for used buyers, with significant concerns around potential vehicle fires originating from the steering pump.
2024
The 2024 Jeep Wrangler presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2023
The 2023 Jeep Wrangler presents a below-average reliability outlook for used buyers, primarily due to significant concerns surrounding its high-voltage battery system and potential fire risks.
2022
The 2022 Jeep Wrangler presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2021
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2020
The 2020 Jeep Wrangler presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2019
The 2019 Jeep Wrangler presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2018
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler earns an 'Average' reliability verdict, primarily due to a high Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) count suggesting numerous potential issues.
2017
The 2017 Jeep Wrangler presents an excellent reliability record with no reported recalls or consumer complaints, suggesting robust build quality.
2016
The 2016 Jeep Wrangler offers average reliability, making its specific condition paramount for used buyers.
2015
The 2015 Jeep Wrangler presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2014
The 2014 Jeep Wrangler presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2013
The 2013 Jeep Wrangler presents an average reliability profile, making its current condition and maintenance history paramount for used buyers.
2012
The 2012 Jeep Wrangler offers average reliability, but its high TSB count suggests potential for numerous non-safety-critical issues.
2011
The 2011 Jeep Wrangler presents a mixed reliability picture, with a 'Below Average' LLM score overshadowed by an 'Excellent' public score.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Jeep Wrangler?
Carfocal currently has 16 published Wrangler reports, covering 2011 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Jeep Wrangler presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection crucial.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Jeep Wrangler reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Jeep Wrangler. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 jeep wrangler presents an average reliability profile, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection crucial. and given its average reliability verdict and a significant recall for a critical safety component, the 2026 jeep wrangler's used market value should reflect the potential for future repairs. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
16 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Jeep Wrangler?
Across Carfocal's published Wrangler guides, recurring problem areas include Child Seat Tether Anchor, Brake Pads/Rotors, and Suspension Components (e.g., Shocks/Struts). The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Child Seat Tether Anchor, Brake Pads/Rotors, and Suspension Components (e.g., Shocks/Struts).
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 16
- Years tracked
- 16
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints