Jeep Wrangler JL — RossDrives

Verdict

A

BHP

470 bhp

0–60

4.5 s

Top speed

100 mph

MPG

14.0 mpg

New

$30,000-$90,000 (2018-)

Strengths

Far better on highway than JK
392 V8 is the most absurd factory Wrangler ever
4xe surprisingly capable
Rubicon retains the goods (lockers, sway bar disconnect)

Weaknesses

Death wobble (still)
392 fuel economy is comical
4xe battery placement compromises rear cargo
Resale on early JLs has dipped slightly

Notable tech

First V8 Wrangler in decades (392)
4xe plug-in hybrid
8-speed automatic
Forward-facing camera
Sky One-Touch power top

Common issues

Death wobble (lessened but not eliminated)
8-speed transmission TSBs
4xe battery cooling pump failures
Engine warning lights on early 2.0 turbo cars

Used-market budget

$38,000

Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.