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Jeep Wrangler Generations

Each Jeep Wrangler generation, representing the timeframe between each Wrangler redesign, is listed below. Use this list to see which is the most reliable and safest Wrangler generation based on iSeeCars' data-driven ratings.

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In the market for a slightly used Jeep Wrangler, but wondering if it offers the latest design enhancements? iSeeCars' team of automotive experts and data scientists compiled the most accurate and comprehensive history of the Jeep Wrangler's redesign schedule, showing which model year an all-new "vehicle generation" debuted. When a vehicle is redesigned it benefits from the latest design and engineering enhancements, which impacts performance, fuel efficiency, safety, and reliability. iSeeCars' data shows that, on average, newer generations of a model are more powerful, fuel efficient, and reliable than older generations, but not all models follow this pattern. Use the information below to track changes in the Jeep Wrangler and its engine power, fuel efficiency, safety, and iSeeCars' Reliability Ratings across model years/generations. iSeeCars' objective and data-driven Reliability Rating is based on a rigorous analysis of over 312 million vehicles, to calculate each vehicle model's useful lifespan and its ability to last 200,000 miles or more.

The Jeep Wrangler is a midsize suv last redesigned in 2018. The latest generation is powered by a 2.0L engine that makes 270 hp and delivers up to 22 mpg. A 3.6L engine that makes 285 hp and offers up to 19 mpg is also available. A new Jeep Wrangler has a starting MSRP of $31,995, and used prices for this generation of Jeep Wrangler range from $21,955 to $97,191.

The previous Jeep Wrangler generation is a midsize suv produced from 2007 to 2017. This generation is powered by a 3.6L engine that makes 285 hp and delivers up to 21 mpg. Used car pricing for this generation ranges from $8,841 to $29,990.

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Jeep Wrangler Generations

In the market for a slightly used Jeep Wrangler, but wondering if it offers the latest design enhancements? iSeeCars' team of automotive experts and data scientists compiled the most accurate and comprehensive history of the Jeep Wrangler's redesign schedule, showing which model year an all-new "vehicle generation" debuted. When a vehicle is redesigned it benefits from the latest design and engineering enhancements, which impacts performance, fuel efficiency, safety, and reliability. iSeeCars' data shows that, on average, newer generations of a model are more powerful, fuel efficient, and reliable than older generations, but not all models follow this pattern. Use the information below to track changes in the Jeep Wrangler and its engine power, fuel efficiency, safety, and iSeeCars' Reliability Ratings across model years/generations. iSeeCars' objective and data-driven Reliability Rating is based on a rigorous analysis of over 312 million vehicles, to calculate each vehicle model's useful lifespan and its ability to last 200,000 miles or more.

The Jeep Wrangler is a midsize suv last redesigned in 2018. The latest generation is powered by a 2.0L engine that makes 270 hp and delivers up to 22 mpg. A 3.6L engine that makes 285 hp and offers up to 19 mpg is also available. A new Jeep Wrangler has a starting MSRP of $31,995, and used prices for this generation of Jeep Wrangler range from $21,955 to $97,191.

The previous Jeep Wrangler generation is a midsize suv produced from 2007 to 2017. This generation is powered by a 3.6L engine that makes 285 hp and delivers up to 21 mpg. Used car pricing for this generation ranges from $8,841 to $29,990.

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2018–2024 Jeep Wrangler

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Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
2024 2.0L I4 270hp, 295ft. lbs.; 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs.; 6.4L V8 470hp, 470ft. lbs. 4X4 $37,688–$97,191 $31,995–$99,995 14 mpg–21 mpg
2023 2.0L I4 270hp, 295ft. lbs.; 3.0L V6 260hp, 442ft. lbs.; 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs.; 6.4L V8 470hp, 470ft. lbs. 4X4 $33,965–$80,662 $31,195–$90,895 14 mpg–25 mpg
2022 2.0L I4 270hp, 295ft. lbs.; 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs. 4X4 $29,879–$42,897 $29,995–$42,000 20 mpg–23 mpg
2021 2.0L I4 270hp, 295ft. lbs.; 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs. 4X4 $27,345–$40,786 $29,070–$39,520 20 mpg–23 mpg
2020 2.0L I4 270hp, 295ft. lbs.; 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs. 4X4 $24,530–$37,880 $28,295–$43,450 20 mpg–23 mpg
2019 2.0L I4 270hp, 295ft. lbs.; 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs. 4X4 $23,572–$37,439 $28,045–$38,045 20 mpg–24 mpg
2018 2.0L I4 270hp, 295ft. lbs.; 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs. 4X4 $21,955–$35,535 $27,945–$37,945 20 mpg–24 mpg

2023–2024 Jeep Wrangler (Plug-in Hybrid)

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Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
2024 2.0L I4 375hp, 470ft. lbs. 4X4 $44,625–$67,633 $50,695–$70,395 20 mpg
2023 2.0L I4 375hp, 470ft. lbs. 4X4 $39,973–$61,131 $54,735–$69,585 20 mpg

2007–2017 Jeep Wrangler

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Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
2017 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs. 4X4 $18,212–$29,990 $23,995–$39,145 18 mpg
2016 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs. 4X4 $16,527–$27,989 $23,895–$37,995 18 mpg
2015 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs. 4X4 $14,995–$25,647 $22,995–$36,695 18 mpg
2014 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs. 4X4 $13,995–$24,959 $22,395–$35,495 18 mpg
2013 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs. 4X4 $12,992–$23,992 $22,395–$36,095 18 mpg
2012 3.6L V6 285hp, 260ft. lbs. 4X4 $11,800–$21,994 $22,045–$36,495 18 mpg
2011 3.8L V6 202hp, 237ft. lbs. 4X4 $10,987–$19,993 $22,045–$29,245 16 mpg–17 mpg
2010 3.8L V6 202hp, 237ft. lbs. 4X4 $9,948–$18,993 $21,165–$28,775 17 mpg
2009 3.8L V6 202hp, 237ft. lbs. 4X4 $9,455–$17,999 $19,860–$28,190 16 mpg–17 mpg
2008 3.8L V6 202hp, 237ft. lbs. 4X4 $8,841–$17,000 $18,660–$27,220 16 mpg–17 mpg
2007 3.8L V6 205hp, 240ft. lbs. 4X4 $8,875–$16,955 $18,895–$26,880 16 mpg

1997–2006 Jeep Wrangler

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Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
2006 2.4L I4 147hp, 165ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 4WD $8,668–$26,973 $19,050–$29,590 14 mpg–17 mpg
2005 2.4L I4 147hp, 165ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 4WD $8,716–$26,519 $18,730–$29,125 14 mpg–17 mpg
2004 2.4L I4 147hp, 165ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 190hp, 235ft. lbs. 4WD $7,825–$21,987 $17,245–$26,060 16 mpg–17 mpg
2003 2.4L I4 147hp, 165ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 190hp, 235ft. lbs. 4WD $7,233–$21,933 $16,825–$25,420 16 mpg–17 mpg
2002 2.5L I4 120hp, 140ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 190hp, 235ft. lbs. 4WD $6,988–$18,337 $15,915–$24,260 14 mpg–17 mpg
2001 2.5L I4 120hp, 140ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 190hp, 235ft. lbs. 4WD $6,797–$17,540 $15,475–$23,020 15 mpg–17 mpg
2000 2.5L I4 181hp, 222ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 120hp, 140ft. lbs. 4WD $6,250–$18,455 $14,995–$21,080 15 mpg–17 mpg
1999 2.5L I4 120hp, 140ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 181hp, 222ft. lbs. 4WD $5,803–$19,011 $14,870–$20,495 15 mpg–17 mpg
1998 2.5L I4 120hp, 140ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 181hp, 222ft. lbs. 4WD $5,476–$17,415 $14,740–$20,140 14 mpg–17 mpg
1997 2.5L I4 120hp, 140ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 181hp, 222ft. lbs. 4WD $5,565–$19,935 $13,995–$19,735 15 mpg–18 mpg

1987–1995 Jeep Wrangler

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Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
1995 2.5L I4 123hp, 139ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 180hp, 220ft. lbs. 4WD $4,910–$16,266 $12,313–$17,957 14 mpg–17 mpg
1994 2.5L I4 123hp, 139ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 123hp, 139ft. lbs. 4WD $5,319–$22,130 $11,885–$19,201 14 mpg–17 mpg
1993 2.5L I4 123hp, 139ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 4WD $5,996–$22,597 $11,410–$18,094 14 mpg–17 mpg
1992 2.5L I4 123hp, 139ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 180hp, 220ft. lbs. 4WD $4,625–$18,214 $10,980–$15,969 14 mpg–17 mpg
1991 2.5L I4 126hp, 148ft. lbs.; 4.0L I6 4WD $6,688–$20,924 $10,375–$14,441 14 mpg–17 mpg
1990 2.5L I4 117hp, 138ft. lbs.; 4.2L I6 112hp, 210ft. lbs. 4WD $5,995–$24,783 $9,843–$16,072 14 mpg–16 mpg
1989 2.5L I4 117hp, 135ft. lbs.; 4.2L I6 4WD $6,054–$21,797 $9,394–$15,266 14 mpg–16 mpg
1988 2.5L I4 117hp, 135ft. lbs.; 4.2L I6 4WD $5,595–$18,500 $9,409–$13,794 14 mpg–17 mpg
1987 2.5L I4 117hp, 135ft. lbs.; 4.2L I6 4WD $5,678–$29,653 $9,194–$13,092 15 mpg–17 mpg

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Our methodology

iSeeCars Generations Rating is calculated based on the latest research from our data science team.

The iSeeCars Generations Rating is an analysis of two factors: reliability and safety. It is calculated for each model generation based on the analysis of over 312 million cars using a proprietary mathematical model that estimated the probability that each vehicle would survive to various mileage thresholds. This survival model was used to calculate the average lifespan of each vehicle generation, which forms the basis of the reliability score. The safety score is based on NHTSA safety ratings.

Vehicles are scored in two categories:

Reliability

The reliability score represents an analysis of iSeeCars' proprietary research on the longest-lasting vehicles.

Safety

The safety score is calculated based on the last five years of crash test ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and incorporates the latest Top Safety Pick information from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).