Description
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL generation marks a revolutionary redesign, retaining its iconic seven-slot grille, round headlights, and removable doors/top while introducing aluminum body panels for a 200-pound weight reduction and enhanced efficiency.
Powered by a refined 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 with 285 horsepower or a new 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder delivering 270 hp and 295 lb-ft, both paired to an eight-speed automatic or six-speed manual and standard part-time four-wheel drive.
Fuel economy improves to 17 mpg city/23 highway, aided by engine stop-start, while the Rubicon’s Rock-Trac system, electronic sway bar disconnect, and 33-inch tires conquer 44-degree approach angles and 10.9 inches of clearance.
Safety advances with a standard rearview camera, available blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-path detection, and forward collision warning, earning a marginal IIHS small overlap rating but strong side-impact protection via reinforced structure.
The interior elevates comfort with waterproof push-button start, available heated leather seats/steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, and Uconnect on 5-, 7-, or 8.4-inch touchscreens with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and off-road pages tracking pitch/roll.
On-road refinement shines through retuned suspension, electric power steering, and reduced wind noise, yet the Wrangler retains its signature solid axles for unmatched articulation and trail dominance in Sport, Sahara, and Rubicon trims.
Cargo versatility includes a 31.7-cubic-foot rear in two-door models or 72.4 in Unlimited, with fold-flat seats and a swing-gate-mounted spare, while towing reaches 3,500 pounds with the V6.
