2017 Jeep Wrangler review
Jeep Wrangler highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Impressive off-road capability
- Loads of trim options to choose from
- Rugged Jeep interior
Cons
- On-road ride isn't amazing
- Performance could be more balanced
Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 20 highway, 18 combined
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Explore the great outdoors in style.
A titan in the compact SUV world, the Jeep Wrangler is nothing short of iconic. It's a vehicle that has been produced since 1986 and has never wavered in its position as a fantastic off-roader. The 2017 Jeep Wrangler is a celebration of all that history—it has exceptional 4WD capabilities and a powerful base engine, with plenty of trims and sub-trims to choose from. While the amenities are basic on lower trims, this simplicity comes with excellent perks, such as the ability to remove the roof, doors, and windshield and feel the sun on your face or the wind in your hair as you explore.
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What is new for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler?
- The Wrangler is available in a variety of new trims, including the Unlimited Rubicon Recon, Unlimited Sport S, and Willys Wheeler.
- The Freedom Edition and Unlimited Freedom trims have been discontinued for 2017.
- Wrangler trims have been upgraded with Hard Top as standard equipment this year.
- The Unlimited Sahara trim now comes with Leather Seats as standard equipment.
- The Unlimited Sport trim now comes with Leatherette & Cloth, Running Boards, Soft Top, and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
- The Rubicon trim now comes with Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
- The Unlimited Rubicon trim now comes with Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
- The Sahara trim now comes with Leather Seats and Alpine Sound System as standard equipment.
- The Sport trim now comes with Bluetooth Technology and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
2017 Jeep Wrangler trims
Sport:
Includes cruise control, intermittent wipers, CD player, MP3 player, brake assist, rollover protection system, traction control, electronic stability control, front tow hooks, and more.
Sport S:
Adds leather-wrapped steering wheel, steering-wheel-mounted controls, satellite radio, and more.
Sahara:
Adds power windows, air conditioning, power door locks, keyless entry, power steering, and more.
Rubicon:
Adds performance suspension, rock rails, advanced 4WD system, and more.
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5 reasons to buy the 2017 Jeep Wrangler
1. Off-roading ability
Few SUVs can hold a candle to the Wrangler's ability to traverse challenging terrain, including mountains and forests. Even the base 2017 model is fully equipped to handle the roughest parts of the great outdoors, with part-time four-wheel drive and skid plates as standard. If you're really adventurous, the Rubicon trim adds even more off-roading features, including rock rails, an advanced 4WD system with locking front and rear differentials, and performance suspension.
2. Powerful engine
Exceptional 4x4 capabilities require plenty of grunt under the hood. The 2017 Jeep Wrangler has a 3.6L four-cylinder V6 engine as standard, which provides 285 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. This power is plenty for crawling over rocks or cruising down the highway. There are also two transmission options: a six-speed manual is standard, and a five-speed automatic transmission is available across the trims.
3. Impressive ground clearance
One of the many elements that gives the 2017 Jeep Wrangler an advantage over other 4WD vehicles is its ground clearance. There's a solid 8.2 inches beneath this SUV, giving it the literal height advantage over jagged rocks and rough terrain. If you're looking to master the outdoors, the impressive height afforded by the 2017 Jeep Wrangler is a necessity.
4. Flexible style
The 2017 Jeep Wrangler is something of a shapeshifter when it comes to personalizing your drive. The vehicle comes with a soft-top as standard, which is easy to fold back when you want to feel the sun beaming down. Sahara and Rubicon trims are available with a modular hard-top roof that comes apart in three pieces. And the fun doesn't end there—you can also remove not only the doors of the 2017 Jeep Wrangler, but the windshield, too. Combine all three, and you have the ultimate outdoor experience.
5. Storage for all
Being a deeply practical vehicle, it's no surprise that the 2017 Jeep Wrangler has plenty of storage space. While the cargo capacity isn't huge—12.8 cu ft behind the rear seats and 61.2 cu ft with the rear seats folded—there's a plethora of storage bins and hidey-holes to keep all manner of things within easy reach. Wrangler Unlimited sub-trims increase the cargo space to 31.5 cu ft behind the rear seats, and 70.6 cu ft with the rear seats folded.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.4 out of 5
34 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 24 |
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| 4 Stars | 6 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 1 |
| 1 Star | 2 |
RepairPal gave the Jeep Wrangler an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Jeep Wrangler 28th out of 29 among Compact SUVs.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Jeep WranglerJeep Wrangler features and specs
Big Bear 4WD/AWD 2D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Manual Transmission
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Traction Control
- Alpine Sound System
- Bluetooth Technology
- Front Seat Heaters
- Hard Top
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Rear Defroster
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Soft Top
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Four Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
3.6L
Horsepower
285
Torque (ft-lbs)
260
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18.6
Wheelbase
95.4"
Overall length
164.3"
Width
73.7"
Height
72.5"
Leg room
F 41"/R 35.6"
Head room
F 41.3"/R 40.3"
Front tires
LT265/70SR17
Rear tires
LT265/70SR17
Seating capacity
4
Max towing capacity
200/2000 lbs.
Transmission
Manual 6
2017 Jeep Wrangler FAQ
The Jeep Wrangler has a part-time four-wheel-drive system as standard. To put the Wrangler into 4WD mode, bring it to a stop, put it in neutral using the gear selector, keep your foot on the brake, and move the 4WD shift selector from 2H to 4H. Then move back into drive on the gear selector and go.
No, the 2017 Jeep Wrangler Sport—which is the base trim—does not offer air conditioning. That's only available for the Sahara and Rubicon trims. However, it's easy to simulate air conditioning by removing the roof, windshield, or doors—or all the above.
It's a well-known fact among Jeep owners that it's good form to wave at other Jeep drivers. It started off as something CJ, YJ, TJ, and JK model drivers did, but now it's extended to all Jeep drivers showing solidarity.
More about the 2017 Jeep Wrangler
Color options
Exterior colors:
Billet Silver Metallic
Black
Bright White
Chief
Firecracker Red
Gobi
Granite Crystal Metallic
Hypergreen
Rhino
Xtreme Purple
Interior color:
Black
Interior details
The 2017 Jeep Wrangler seats four people as standard, while the Unlimited sub-trims seat five. Cloth seats are standard, but leather seats are an option for all trims. The base Sport trim offers a generous 41 inches of legroom in the front, with 41.3 inches of headroom. The legroom in the back is 35.6 inches, with 40.3 inches of headroom. The cabin trim of the 2017 Jeep Wrangler is mostly composed of hard plastics that are easy to clean—a useful feature in a practical 4x4.
Child seat details
The 2017 Jeep Wrangler can fit two child seats, thanks to two complete sets of LATCH connectors on the two rear seats. The Unlimited sub-trims have three seats in the back and the middle seat has an upper tether anchor, so they can seat three children.
Performance
The 2017 Jeep Wrangler has a 3.6L V6 four-cylinder engine with 285 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. There are two transmissions available: a six-speed manual as standard, and an optional five-speed automatic. The vehicle has part-time four-wheel drive and exceptional off-roading abilities, allowing you to tackle tough terrain.
The 2017 Jeep Wrangler Sahara can go from zero to 60 mph in 7.5 seconds (according to the manufacturer, when new). The base 2017 Jeep Wrangler with the 3.6L V6 engine gets an EPA-estimated 18 mpg combined for both the five-speed and six-speed transmission models.
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