No pricing data available at this time. Our Opinion - 2025 Jeep Wrangler Review Because it’s so versatile, the Jeep Wrangler makes up for the fact that it’s not easy to drive. Two or four doors? Hard or soft top? A plug-in hybrid engine, a big V8, a turbo four-cylinder engine, or a V-6 engine? All of that and more can be mixed and matched. People don’t choose the Wrangler because it’s more comfy or handles better on the road; they choose it because it’s the Wrangler. Over the years, it has gained a better reputation for off-roading as more features like air conditioning, power windows, and, more recently, decent entertainment systems have been added. However, it has kept the style, personality, and usefulness that come from its history as a WWII military vehicle. You’ll have to get used to the small, bumpy, and hard-to-steer cabin if you want to make it your daily driver. Take one for a test drive before making a choice. If you own a Wrangler, on the other hand, you’ll become part of a group of loyal fans who often look at each other and say, “We’re all in this together.” What's New? In 2025, the eight-speed automatic/V-6 combination will no longer be an option for this engine, so only the six-speed manual gearbox will work with it (and the other way around). This combination comes standard only on the Sport, Sport S, Willys, and Rubicon trim levels. The basic, loud Rubicon 392 V-8 is no longer being made, but the Rubicon 392 Final Edition will still be available for another year. Until 2025, no car came with auto windows and locks as standard. It’s interesting that all models now do. A new paint color called “41” is an olive-drab color that seems to be a salute to the first WWII Jeep. Pros and Cons Pros One example of a cheap off-road vehicle. There are several options for the engine. Known appearances. Cons Not well-made on the road. The price increases at the higher end. It’s loud on the major roads. Engine, Transmission, and Performance The base 3.6-liter V-6 engine with 285 horsepower can only be bought with a six-speed manual transmission right now. A small electric motor and a turbocharged four-cylinder engine can be added as extra work together to give the car more low-end power. The Rubicon 392 Final Edition is the only one with a 6.4-liter V-8 engine that makes 470 horsepower and an eight-speed automatic gearbox. We also look at the 375-horsepower plug-in hybrid 4xe engine. Most Wranglers have part-time four-wheel drive because they are made to go off-road. The Sport, Sahara, and Rubicon models have full-time four-wheel drive, and the 392 has it as standard. Even though it handles better now, the Wrangler still looks old and truck-like compared to current SUVs and pickups. The four-door ride is smooth over rough terrain, but the two-door’s shorter frame makes it buck over bigger bumps. Safety Jeep doesn’t come with any of the high-tech features that come with cars that cost $50,000 or more, and it only offers a few driver-assistance technologies that you can add on. The following are important safety features: There is blind-spot tracking. There is a rear cross-traffic alert. There are devices for parking in the back. Internal and External Cargo Capacity Even though the Wrangler is a great mix of old and new Jeep style, it’s not the biggest or most roomy SUV on the market. A good view of the road (or route) makes driving easier, but large roof pillars block the view behind, grab handles, and roll bars. Need a better view? Take off the doors and pop the top. The driver and front-seat passenger sit close to the windshield, which is upright. They face a small, squared-off panel that has big buttons for entertainment, power windows, climate control, and round air vents. The Wrangler can hold food and other things you need for trips, but the back seats don’t fold flat with the cargo floor as they do in most SUVs. There is a big difference in the amount of cargo space the regular two-door Wrangler has compared to the larger Unlimited four-door model. You can bring less stuff if you’re going with other people because the two-door can only fit two of our carry-on cases under the back seat, while the four-door can fit ten. Fuel Economy and Actual MPG It’s easy for gas-guzzlers in this group to be at the top of the class. The EPA says that the Wrangler is more fuel-efficient than rivals like the Bronco and 4Runner. While going 75 miles per hour on the highway, the turbocharged four-cylinder car got 26 miles per gallon, which is 2 miles per gallon more than the EPA freeway rating. However, the Rubicon 392 with a V-8 engine only got 13 mpg in the same test. Infotainment and Connectivity All Wrangler models come with a full navigation system, but base comforts like air conditioning can be added if you want to. It has a 12.3-inch tablet that works with its Uconnect 5 interface, which replies quickly and is simple to use. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay both work without wires and have basic features. There is an active noise-canceling system that lowers cabin noise when you answer the phone while driving. There is also a GPS on board that has over 3000 mapped tracks that can be accessed with a subscription. Range, Charging, and Battery Life It took 6.1 seconds for a regular two-door Wrangler Sport with a V-6 engine and a six-speed manual gearbox to go from 0 to 60 mph. It took 6.5 seconds for a four-door Sahara with a four-cylinder engine to reach 60 mph. The Rubicon model has a four-cylinder engine and four doors, and it takes 7.1 seconds to hit 60 mph. It is slower because it has more off-roading gear and fewer tires that are good for driving on asphalt. With a quick 4.0 seconds to 60 mph, the Rubicon 392 feels much faster, especially since the Wrangler’s handling could be smoother. Price and How to Choose The base price for the 2025 Jeep Wrangler is around $102,000. To start, we’d go with the two-door Wrangler, which comes with a cloth top that can be taken off. We like the idea of staying true to the Wrangler’s roots while keeping the price low. The Willys model has more features that make it a better choice. These include LED exterior lighting, a locking rear differential, 17-inch wheels with 33-inch all-terrain tires, and built-in auxiliary switches that let you mount and handle your accessories like a light bar or winch. We don’t want to play like it’s WWII. We would opt for the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine because it offers 35 more pound-feet of torque than the standard V-6 and delivers an additional 270 horsepower. This model also features an eight-speed automatic transmission, making trail driving more convenient.
