Verdict
B
← Jeep Wrangler · 1996-2006 · TJ
Jeep Wrangler TJ
Headline trim: 4.0 inline-six — 190 bhp, 0-62 in 8.6s.
BHP
190 bhp
0–60
8.6 s
Top speed
105 mph
MPG
15 mpg (US)
Used
$4,400-$23,000
Strengths
- Round-headlight TJ pure form
- 4.0 inline-six bombproof
- Removable doors and roof
Weaknesses
- Cabin agricultural
- Death wobble
- Frame rust UK damp
Notable tech
- Body-on-frame ladder chassis
- Beam axles, coil springs (TJ first Wrangler with coils, not leaf)
- 4.0 inline-six (242 bhp) and 2.5 / 2.4 inline-fours
- 5MT or 4AT
- Rubicon trim (2003+) with locking diffs and disconnecting anti-roll bar
- Two-door only
Common issues
- 4.0 head crack
- Auto torque-converter
- Death wobble
- Frame rust
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across TJ's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
2.4 inline-four
BHP147
Torque224 Nm
0–6011.5 s
Top95 mph
MPG (US)18 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT
4.0 inline-six
BHP190
Torque319 Nm
0–608.6 s
Top105 mph
MPG (US)15 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT