2009 Jeep Wrangler exterior - photograph by Robert W. Jeep Wrangler interior

Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler Reliability

Want to more clearly know what the difference in reliability will be if you buy a Jeep Wrangler rather than another vehicle? Concerned about your chances of getting a lemon?

TrueDelta provides this information in the form of "times in the shop" stats that make the actual repair rates clear and, in the future, "lemon-odds."

The latest Car Reliability Survey (CRS) results include Jeep Wrangler reliability information based on owner experiences through June 30, 2009:

Successful Repair Trips per Year (per 100 vehicles)
YearMakeModel

Trips / Year
per 100

TS Cars
Mon/Car
Av Odo
2008JeepWrangler

55

Fewest         Most Many Wranglers are subjected to severe off-road use, which could increase the repair rate. The reported repairs were not related to off-road use.

40
8.8
14900
2007JeepWrangler

60

Fewest         Most Many Wranglers are subjected to severe off-road use, which could increase the repair rate. The reported repairs were not related to off-road use.

26
8.5
24000
 

To see how the Jeep Wrangler's reliability compares to that of competing car models, and for a table key, click here. New results quarterly.

To provide comprehensive results, TrueDelta needs reliability data on all cars--not just the Jeep Wrangler--from people like you. To encourage participation, those who help provide the data receive free access to the site's car reliability information. Find out the details.

Jeep Wrangler Repair Histories

To supplement our Vehicle Reliability Survey, TrueDelta collects Jeep Wrangler repair histories, a list of all the repairs that have been performed on a vehicle. With these, no minimum sample is required and owners can report repairs that occurred before joining.

Individual responses to both the Vehicle Reliability Survey and the Vehicle Repair History Survey are posted here:

Jeep Wrangler Repair Histories

Think you might have a lemon, and want to see if other owners are having similar problems? Then this is the place to check.

Jeep Wrangler Extended Warranty

Concerned about the Jeep Wrangler's reliability? Considering an extended warranty? Warranty Direct is a 26-year-old company with nearly 2 million contracts sold and over $500 million in paid claims.

Like insurance, extended warranties are best bought to limit downside risk, and from a company that is almost certain to remain in business. While for most people extended warranties will not pay off, for some they will pay for themselves many times over.

If you are unsure about the Jeep Wrangler's reliability, or simply want the peace of mind afforded by an extended warranty, you can click here to purchase one from Warranty Direct.

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Jeep Wrangler MSRP and Invoice Prices

Whether comparing two vehicles or just pricing one, you can forget about digging through trim lines, option packages, prerequisites, and the like one by one -- the TrueDelta algorithm uniquely figures these out for you in one swift pass. Results include both MSRP and invoice prices for the Jeep Wrangler. Price the Jeep Wrangler.

Jeep Wrangler Price Comparisons

Want quick, thorough MSRP (sticker price) and dealer invoice comparisons between the Jeep Wrangler and another car, both similarly equipped to your specifications? Choose one of the most frequently performed Jeep Wrangler price comparisons from the list in the sidebar.

If the comparison you are interested in is not listed, go here:
Price compare the Jeep Wrangler.

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Jeep Wrangler Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are actually charging? Requesting free, no obligation dealer price quotes through PriceQuotes.com (sidebar) helps support TrueDelta while getting you a great price on a new car.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll promptly receive price quotes from local approved dealers.

Jeep Wrangler Gas Mileage

Everyone knows that government estimates often aren't indicative of the Jeep Wrangler's gas mileage in the real-world.

In response, TrueDelta began collecting gas mileage data from owners of the Jeep Wrangler, with the intent of providing real-world gas mileage estimates customized to how and where you drive.

Jeep Wrangler Real-World Gas Mileage

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"Why (Not) the Jeep Wrangler?" Reviews

For car buyers' reasons for buying a Wrangler--or not--click here.

Want another perspective? Since 1999, Michael Karesh, the developer of TrueDelta, has contributed reviews to Epinions, where he is one of two people who oversee the autos section.

Michael's most recent Jeep Wrangler review.

Note: The older the review, the more likely it has become outdated owing to more recently introduced competitors.

Jeep Wrangler Tire Reviews

The Tire Rack offers the Internet's most extensive collection of Jeep Wrangler tire reviews, tire survey results, and tire tests. To see which tires are available for the Jeep Wrangler--or for your car--and go from there to Tire Rack's comprehensive information, use the tool in the sidebar.

The Tire Rack can be especially useful as a source of winter tires, which I have strongly recommended ever since buying a set for my car. If you're unhappy with your car's handling and braking on snow and ice, you probably just need proper winter tires, not a new car.

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Jeep Wrangler Forums (TrueDelta partners)

These forums have helped make our results possible. For discussions of the Wrangler by owners, visit:

allpar.com -- Jeep forums and information resource

2009 Jeep Wrangler Specifications

Body2-door SUV4-door SUV
Wheelbase95.4116.0
Length163.8184.4
Width73.773.9
Height72.472.3
Curb Weight37824180
Fuel Capacity18.621.6
R1 Headroom41.341.3
R1 Shoulder Room55.855.8
R1 Hip Room55.655.6
R1 Legroom41.041.0
R2 Headroom40.340.3
R2 Shoulder Room61.656.8
R2 Hip Room44.756.7
R2 Legroom35.637.2
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
17.246.4
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
56.582.0
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2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-door SUV
Drivetrain, Tire, and Audio System Availability

TrimXSaharaRubicon
Standard Engine 3.8L V6
OHV-2v
HP: 202@5000
TQ: 237@4000
3.8L V6
OHV-2v
HP: 202@5000
TQ: 237@4000
3.8L V6
OHV-2v
HP: 202@5000
TQ: 237@4000
Standard Transmission6-speed manual6-speed manual6-speed manual
Optional Transmission(s)4-speed automatic4-speed automatic4-speed automatic
Standard Drivetrain4WD, part-time w/low range4WD, part-time w/low range4WD, part-time w/low range
Standard Tires225/75R16 tires255/70R18 tires255/75R17 tires
Optional Tires255/75R17 tires  
Standard AudioUnbranded audio system, 6 speakersInfinity audio system, 368W, 7 speakers (including a subwoofer)Infinity audio system, 368W, 7 speakers (including a subwoofer)
Optional AudioInfinity audio system, 368W, 7 speakers (including a subwoofer)  
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2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-door SUV
Drivetrain, Tire, and Audio System Availability

TrimUnlimited XUnlimited SaharaUnlimited Rubicon
Standard Engine 3.8L V6
OHV-2v
HP: 202@5000
TQ: 237@4000
3.8L V6
OHV-2v
HP: 202@5000
TQ: 237@4000
3.8L V6
OHV-2v
HP: 202@5000
TQ: 237@4000
Standard Transmission4-speed automatic4-speed automatic6-speed manual
Optional Transmission(s)6-speed manual6-speed manual4-speed automatic
Standard DrivetrainRWDRWD4WD, part-time w/low range
Optional Drivetrain(s)4WD, part-time w/low range4WD, part-time w/low range 
Standard Tires225/75R16 tires255/70R18 tires255/75R17 tires
Optional Tires255/75R17 tires  
Standard AudioUnbranded audio system, 6 speakersInfinity audio system, 368W, 7 speakers (including a subwoofer)Infinity audio system, 368W, 7 speakers (including a subwoofer)
Optional AudioInfinity audio system, 368W, 7 speakers (including a subwoofer)  
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