Jeep Wrangler Unlimited vs. Toyota FJ Cruiser
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and Toyota FJ Cruiser contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and the Toyota FJ Cruiser.
When comparing the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's and the Toyota FJ Cruiser's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and Toyota FJ Cruiser have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's and the Toyota FJ Cruiser's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a better car than the Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Pricing: A used 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited ranges from $15,846 to $27,321 while a used 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser is priced between $21,055 to $39,996.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s base engine makes 285 horsepower, and the Toyota FJ Cruiser base engine makes 260 horsepower. Both the Wrangler Unlimited and the FJ Cruiser are rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 473 and 380 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and Toyota FJ Cruiser are comparable in regards to front head room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$26,195
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$28,488
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$19,995 - $34,485
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$27,680
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
$23,328
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$20,150 - $27,680
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$21,206
Price Range:
$15,846 - $27,321
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$14,412
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$9,446 - $22,904
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
623
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
113,108
# Good or Great Deals:
208
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$30,631
Price Range:
$21,055 - $39,996
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
$12,991
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$9,216 - $30,631
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
50
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
106,326
# Good or Great Deals:
14
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota FJ Cruiser Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.7
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.3 - 3.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
44.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota FJ Cruiser
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
0.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
0.1 - 4.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
95.3%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.4 - 16.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 16.6
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
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2 out of / 32Ranking
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2 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 32Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
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3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 32Ranking
9 out of / 32Ranking
14 out of / 32Ranking
24 out of / 32Ranking
24 out of / 32Ranking
26 out of / 32Toyota FJ Cruiser Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Trim Levels
Altitude Edition, Dragon, Freedom Edition, Polar Edition, Rubicon, Rubicon X, Sahara, Sport, Sport RHD, Willys Wheeler Edition
Toyota FJ Cruiser Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
260 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
271 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
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):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 20 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 380 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Power outlet:
Available
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Cargo Space:
46.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
86.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
150.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
27.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
66.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4277 lbs
Width:
82.8 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
173.4 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4079 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
71.3 inches
Length:
183.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/75R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clear Coat
Blue
Hydro Blue Pearl Coat
Brown
Amp'd / Copperhead Pearl Coat / Dune Clear Coat
Gray
Anvil Clear Coat / Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
Red
Firecracker Red Clear Coat / Flame Red Clear Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Beige
Not available
Green
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Cement Gray
Red
Magma
Silver
Not available
White
Iceberg
Beige
Quicksand
Green
Army Green
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Interior Colors
Black
Dark Charcoal
