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2012 Jeep Wrangler

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Jeep Wrangler highlights

Customer reviews

4.4 out of 5

RepairPal reliability rating

3.5 out of 5

Mileage (EPA estimate)

17 city, 21 highway, 18 combined

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New for 2012

  • 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.

Explore Jeep Wrangler details

Sahara 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
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Running Boards
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Hard Top
  • Leather Seats
  • Navigation System
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Soft Top
  • Tow Hitch

Drive type

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

P255/70R18

Rear tires

P255/70R18

Seating capacity

4

Max towing capacity

150/1000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.4 out of 5

36 customer reviews

RepairPal reliability rating

3
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Above Average

RepairPal gave the Jeep Wrangler an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Jeep Wrangler 27th out of 27 among Compact SUVs.

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