Jeep Wrangler (2007 – 2018) Review
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Jeep Wrangler (2007 – 2018) At A Glance
Impressive off road. CRD diesel is strong.
Automatic gearbox is horrible. Interior trim is crude and old fashioned. Massively lacking in refinement and quality.
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Jeep Wrangler (2007 – 2018) models and specs
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4223–4751 mm |
| Width | 1873–1877 mm |
| Height | 1800–1840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2424–2947 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1745–2253 kg |
| Boot Space | 142–1310 L |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Servicing | 7500–15000 miles |
| Spare Wheel | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Full-size spare wheel | ||
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £19,650–£43,330 |
| Insurance Groups | 18–31 |
| Road Tax Bands | J–M |
| Official MPG | 22.0–39.8 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | - |
On sale until April 2019
| Hardtop | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2 Door 2.8 CRD 200 JK Edition Auto 3dr | £40,410 | 31.4 mpg | 10.6 s |
| 2 Door 2.8 CRD Sahara Auto 3dr | £35,110 | 31.4 mpg | 10.6 s |
| 4 Door 2.8 CRD 200 JK Edition Auto 5dr | £42,080 | 31.0 mpg | 10.7 s |
| 4 Door 2.8 CRD Sahara Auto 5dr | £37,965 | 31.0 mpg | 10.7 s |
| 4 Door 3.6 Pentastar JK Edition Auto 5dr | £41,845 | 24.1 mpg | 8.9 s |
| 4 Door 3.6 V6 Rubicon Auto 5dr | £37,945 | 23.7 mpg | 8.9 s |
| 4 Door 3.6 V6 Sahara Auto 5dr | £36,545 | 24.1 mpg | 8.9 s |
On sale until May 2018
On sale until April 2017
| Hardtop | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2 Door 2.8 CRD 75TH Anniversary Auto 3dr | £34,850 | 31.4 mpg | - |
| 2 Door 3.6 V6 75TH Anniversary Auto 3dr | £34,850 | 25.0 mpg | - |
| 4 Door 2.8 CRD 75TH Anniversary Auto 5dr | £36,520 | 31.0 mpg | - |
| 4 Door 3.6 V6 75TH Anniversary Auto 5dr | £36,520 | 24.1 mpg | - |
On sale until April 2015
| SUV | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.8 CRD Overland Axle 197 Auto 4dr | £33,445 | 32.1 mpg | 10.7 s |
| 2.8 CRD Polar 197 Auto 2dr | £32,330 | 34.9 mpg | 10.6 s |
| 2.8 CRD Polar 197 Auto 4dr | £34,000 | 34.0 mpg | 10.7 s |
| 2.8 CRD Sahara Axle 197 Auto 4dr | £31,295 | 32.1 mpg | 10.7 s |
On sale until December 2011
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.8 CRD Sport 2dr | £22,995 | 39.8 mpg | 11.2 s |
On sale until November 2010
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.8 CRD Ultimate Auto 2dr | £24,995 | 30.1 mpg | - |
| 2.8 CRD Ultimate Auto 4dr | £26,595 | 29.7 mpg | - |
On sale until January 2010
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 2.8 CRD Sahara 4dr | £23,250 | 33.6 mpg | 11.7 s |
| 2.8 CRD Sahara 4dr Auto | £23,250 | - | - |
| 2.8 CRD Sahara Auto 2dr | £22,650 | - | - |
| 2.8 CRD Sahara Auto 4dr | £24,250 | - | - |
| 2.8 CRD Sport 2dr | £19,650 | 34.4 mpg | 11.2 s |
| 2.8 CRD Sport 4dr | £21,250 | 33.6 mpg | 11.7 s |
| 3.8 Rubicon 2dr Auto | £24,150 | - | - |
Model History
- May 2007: New Jeep Wrangler launched
- July 2016: Wranger 75th Anniversary launched
- May 2017: Wrangler Night Eagle introduced
- July 2017: Wrangler Rubicon Recon launched
May 2007
New Jeep Wrangler launched
Comes with diesel engine plus new petrol engine that offers more power and more torque. Improved aerodynamics, reduced noise levels and much improved, more spacious interior. ESP and side airbags also come as standard together with four-wheel disc ABS brakes. Wider track and longer wheelbase, new steering and 100 per cent stiffer frame. Improvements have not reduced off-road ability. Wrangler still features live front and rear axles, extra ground clearance and an electronic disconnecting front sway bar.
Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited both retain removable full-framed doors and fold-down windscreen together with a removable hard top that provides more options for open-air driving. The Freedom Top is a three-piece modular hardtop and features separate left- and right-front passenger roof panels that can be removed and stored in the vehicle, together with a rear section that can also be removed.
Most Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited sold in the UK in 2007 have new 2.8-litre diesel engine, offering 174 bhp and 302 lb ft of torque. Handful of Jeep Wrangler ‘Rubicon’ models will sold with new 3.8-litre petrol engine and additional off-road features making it the best off-road Wrangler ever.
Jeep Wrangler 2.8 CRD Sport Manual £17,995
Jeep Wrangler 2.8 CRD Sahara Auto £21,075
Jeep Wrangler 3.8 Rubicon £22,580
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited LWB 2.8 CRD Sport Manual £19,995
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited LWB 2.8 CRD Sahara Manual £22,075
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited LWB 2.8 CRD Sahara Auto £23,075
July 2016
Wranger 75th Anniversary launched
The limited edition Jeep Wrangler 75th Anniversary is based on the Overland model, but with several key differences, including unique exterior styling and part-leather interiors.
The exterior features a bronze-finished front grille and 18-inch alloy wheels, body-coloured dual top, Mopar slush mats, unique bronze and orange Jeep badging, and a dedicated 75 Anniversary badge. The car comes in Bright White, Solid Black or Sarge Green colours.
The Jeep Wrangler 75th Anniversary costs starts at £34,765 OTR for the 2-door 2.8 CRD auto rising to £36,435 OTR for the 4dr 3.6 V6 auto.
May 2017
Wrangler Night Eagle introduced
Just 66 examples of this special new arrival are bound for the UK – all fitted with Jeep’s 2.8-litre CRD 200PS diesel engine paired to a five speed automatic gearbox. The engine gives the car a 0-62mph time of 10.7 seconds and a top speed of 107mph. The Euro 6 unit can return a combined 31.4mpg and has a 235g/km CO2 figure.
Legendary Wrangler capability is achieved through the standard Command-Trac part-time, two-speed transfer case with a low-range gear ratio.
Finished in unique Xtreme Purple, Alpine White or Solid Black paint the Night Eagle receives distinctive decals on the bonnet and rear quarter panels, 18-inch mid-gloss black wheels, body-colour grille, mid-gloss black colour accents, headlamp rings and Jeep badge, body colour dual top, black fuel filler door, deep tint sunscreen glass and hard spare tyre cover.
The new Jeep Wrangler Night Eagle will cost £39,810 OTR when it goes on sale in the UK this week.
July 2017
Wrangler Rubicon Recon launched
Based on the existing Wrangler Rubicon model, the new Recon adds 18-inch Low Gloss Granite Crystal painted aluminium wheels, a black dual top (including both soft and hardtop options), and a dual-vented Power Dome hood with a black-silhouette "Rubicon" decal featuring red accent lettering on both sides. A Trail Rated logo with red accents, a black fuel filler door, and a black hard spare tyre cover complete the package.
A black-and-red theme characterises the inside of the new Wrangler Rubicon Recon. Red accent stitching adorns the standard black leather heated seats with a "Rubicon" embroidered logo. Black vinyl-wrapped front door armrest and console lid with black stitching, red accent netting on front door pockets and the centre console, unique leather-wrapped steering wheel and red accent coloured seatbelts help to distinguish the Recon from the rest of the Wrangler line-up.
The new Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon special-edition model comes in two- and four-door specification and is powered by Jeep’s 3.6-litre V6 petrol engine delivering 284PS, matched to the automatic five-speed gearbox. It comes in three exterior colours: Gobi, Bright White, and Granite Crystal. It costs £40,505 OTR (two-door) and £42,175 (four-door).
What to watch out for
Report of brand new, unregistered Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Overland 2.8CRD bought in Spring 2014 and exported to Jersey. In June / July 2014 a damp area became apparent in the rear passenger footwell. Owner took it to Jeep dealer in Jersey who identified a leak, said it was a quite common problem and a fix would be to replace a rear wing which had a design issue and was known to cause water ingress. Over the next 12 months the leak reappeared in the passenger footwell, then the drivers, then the rear drivers side at various times and the car received a full set of seals, and had the passenger door refitted to try and stop the leak all under warranty and carried out by Motor Mall. During one visit, owner spoke with the Jeep technician who asked whether the car had been in an accident as there were certain matters which weren’t quite right including bolts in the wrong place around the windscreen/A pillar and the rear drivers side door wasn’t fitted correctly. The leak didnt stop and every few months the dealer tried something different. Then in Summer 2016 owner noticed some corrosion on the rear passengers seat belt mount and took the car back to to the dealer. After stripping the car, they had to change all the seat chassis , seat belt mounts and treat the floor pan as if the car had been in a flood. At this stage owner got Jeep customer care involved as he thought this was a major issue which they needed to be informed off, outside the warranty claim. To date, the leak persists and after refitting seals and the car being with the dealer for a further two weeks, the car remains at motor mall awaiting a jeep technician from the UK. Jeep confirmed that this would be the 17 th time the car has been in for repairs to stop the leak and in the 2.5 years of ownership, I reckon the car has been in for repairs for at least five months. Owner believes car was incorrectly assembled and wished to invoke sale of goods against the supplier.
