Jeep Renegade vs. Jeep Wrangler
In comparing the Jeep Renegade's and the Jeep Wrangler's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Renegade has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Jeep Wrangler has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Renegade's and the Jeep Wrangler's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Wrangler is a better car than the Jeep Renegade.
Jeep Renegade vs. Jeep Wrangler Pricing
A used 2023 Jeep Renegade ranges from $25,164 to $34,995 while a used 2024 Jeep Wrangler is priced between $40,383 to $100,081. For a new model, the Jeep Renegade's price is between $26,075 and $36,421, with the Jeep Wrangler priced between $40,384 and $74,084.
Jeep Renegade vs. Jeep Wrangler Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Jeep Renegade loses 34.4 percent of its value and the Jeep Wrangler loses 8.9 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Wrangler retains 25.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Jeep Renegade.
Jeep Renegade vs. Jeep Wrangler Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Jeep Renegade is 7.5 out of 10 while the Jeep Wrangler's quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Jeep Renegade being ranked 37 out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs and the Jeep Wrangler being ranked 9 out of 56.
Jeep Renegade vs. Jeep Wrangler Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Jeep Renegade is 6.0 out of 10. For the Jeep Wrangler the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Wrangler an advantage in reliability compared to the Jeep Renegade.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Jeep Renegade’s base engine makes 177 horsepower, and the Jeep Wrangler base engine makes 285 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Jeep Wrangler, a compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Jeep Renegade, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the area of front shoulder room. The Jeep Renegade and Jeep Wrangler are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Jeep Renegade has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
26075 - 36421
Used Asking Price:
25164 - 34995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.344325
Pricing
New Asking Price:
40384 - 74084
Used Asking Price:
40383 - 100081
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.089293
Jeep Renegade Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Jeep Wrangler Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.129827 / 10
Reliability:
8.459654 / 10
Retained Value:
9.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Jeep Renegade Rankings
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55 out of / 66Jeep Wrangler Rankings
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33 out of / 49Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Jeep Renegade Trim Levels
(Red) Edition, Altitude, Latitude, Limited, Trailhawk, Upland
Jeep Wrangler Trim Levels
Rubicon, Rubicon 392, Rubicon X, Sahara, Sport, Sport RHD, Sport S, Willys
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
177 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
210 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
292 / 368 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
118.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
31.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
150.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3320 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
66.5 inches
Length:
166.6 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4012 lbs
Width:
73.9 inches
Height:
73.6 inches
Length:
166.8 inches
Wheelbase:
96.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R17