2012 Jeep Wrangler review
Jeep Wrangler highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 20 highway, 18 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Jeep Wrangler?
- The Wrangler is available in a variety of new trims, including the Arctic and Unlimited Arctic.
- The 70TH Anniv trim has been discontinued for 2012.
- Wrangler trims have been upgraded with 6001 as standard equipment this year.
- Alpine Sound System features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Sport trim now comes with Air Conditioning as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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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.
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Rubicon 4WD/AWD 2D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Infinity Sound System
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Front Seat Heaters
- Hard Top
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Side Airbags
- Soft Top
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
4WD/AWD
Engine size
3.6L
Horsepower
285
Torque (ft-lbs)
260
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18.6
Wheelbase
95.4"
Overall length
152.8"
Width
73.7"
Leg room
F 41"/R 35.6"
Head room
F 41.3"/R 40.3"
Front tires
LT255/75R17
Rear tires
LT255/75R17
Seating capacity
4
Max towing capacity
300/2000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Jeep Wrangler FAQ
The 2012 Jeep Wrangler is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Unlimited Sport RHD: 16 MPG City and 20 MPG Highway
- Rubicon: 17 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- Sahara: 17 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- Sport: 17 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- Unlimited Sport: 16 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- Unlimited Rubicon: 16 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- Unlimited Sahara: 16 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- Arctic: 17 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- Unlimited Arctic: 16 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- Unlimited Altitude: 16 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- Unlimited Freedom: 16 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- Freedom: 17 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
The Jeep Wrangler received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Jeep Wrangler as 27 out of 29 among Compact SUV
The 2012 Jeep Wrangler has received an average 4.5 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Jeep Wrangler, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Jeep Wrangler Reviews.
The 2012 Jeep Wrangler has a maximum towing capacity of between 1000 and 3500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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