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2022 Jeep Wrangler

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2022 Sport 2dr 4x4
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Price:   -  From $29,995
2022 Rubicon 2dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $42,000
Expert Rating
2.6 (Fair)

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Overview

What's New

The 2022 Jeep Wrangler two-door SUV is unchanged except for a few equipment upgrades. The entry-level Sport gains a seven-inch touchscreen, and the line-topping Rubicon gets proximity entry and a premium 8.4-inch infotainment system as standard. The current Wrangler debuted in 2018.

Choosing Your Jeep Wrangler

The Wrangler continues in three trims levels: Sport, Sport S, and Rubicon. Pricing starts at $31,320 including destination and climbs to $42,095 for the Rubicon.

The four-door Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is covered separately.

Engine Choices

A V6 engine is standard on the Wrangler, and a turbocharged four-cylinder is optional on all trims.

A six-speed manual transmission is standard with the V6, and an eight-speed automatic is available for $2,500. When paired with the automatic, the V6 gains a mild-hybrid engine assist feature called eTorque, which adds $750.

The turbo four-cylinder is a $500 credit option, but the automatic transmission is required, so the net cost is $2,000.

Part-time four-wheel drive with low range is standard on the Wrangler. A full-time 4WD system is available on the Sport S and Rubicon for $695.

Although Jeep does offer a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of the Wrangler called the 4xe, it's only sold in the more expensive Wrangler Unlimited.

Engine TypeHorsepowerTorqueFuel Economy (Combined)
3.6L V6285 hp260 lb-ft21 mpg
2.0L Turbo 4-Cylinder270 hp295 lb-ft23 mpg

Passenger and Cargo Capacity

The Wrangler can seat four adults, although legroom is tight in back. There are 12.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat and 31.7 cubic feet with it folded. These figures are modest for a utility vehicle, but at least the roof can be removed to accommodate tall items like surfboards and skis.

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Safety Features

The Sport doesn't offer any driver-assistance technology besides a review camera. The Sport S and Rubicon are eligible for two option packages that provide everything most buyers want in this class. The $995 Safety Group furnishes blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, rear parking sensors, and LED taillights. The Advanced Safety Group ($795) adds adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, forward collision warning, and automatic emergency braking.

Connectivity

The Sport's infotainment system includes a seven-inch touchscreen, eight speakers, and three USB ports. Note that Sport models without air conditioning have to make do with last year's five-inch touchscreen.

Upgrading to the Sport S brings Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. The $2,095 Premium Audio Group features a nine-speaker Alpine sound system, navigation with off-road info pages, HD and satellite radio, wi-fi capability, and an 8.4-inch touchscreen. This bundle is now standard on the Rubicon.

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2022 Jeep Wrangler Sport — MSRP From $31,320

The Sport comes with manual windows and locks, push-button start, a removable soft top, and black 17-inch steel wheels. Air conditioning costs $1,395, and leather seats are available for $1,750.

The Trailer-Tow and Heavy-Duty Electrical Group ($845) adds a trailer hitch, a wiring harness, auxiliary switches, and a heavy-duty battery and alternator. Individual options include a removable three-piece black hardtop ($1,595), rear privacy glass ($495), and a limited-slip rear differential ($595).

The Willys Sport sub-trim, which costs an additional $2,355, gets the limited-slip differential as standard, plus 32-inch mud-terrain tires, 17-inch low-gloss black aluminum wheels, rock rails, and heavy-duty brakes and shocks. Appearance features include a black grille, gloss black bumper accents, and Willys graphics.

2022 Jeep Wrangler Sport S — MSRP From $34,520

The Sport S gains popular equipment like power windows and locks, standard air conditioning, heated side mirrors, and aluminum wheels.

The Cold Weather Group ($995) adds heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and remote start. Remote start isn't available with the manual transmission, so the package drops to $695. LED headlights and fog lights are available together for $1,145.

For $3,150 extra, the Sport S Willys combines the Sport S's higher level of equipment with the Willys off-road treatment and then adds standard LED headlights and fog lamps.

2022 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon — MSRP From $42,095

The Rubicon steps up the Wrangler's off-road game with higher-clearance fender flares and rock rails, 33-inch all-terrain tires, an electronic locking differential with sway bar disconnect, heavy-duty lockable axels, and an Off-Road Plus driving mode.

Exclusive options include steel bumpers ($1,745) and premium full LED exterior lighting ($1,465).

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CarsDirect Tip

The 2022 Jeep Wrangler Sport is popular with the adventure set but too basic for drivers who want comfortable daily transportation. The Sport S is the best choice for mixed-use. Before springing for the Rubicon, make sure you really need its pricey off-road hardware.

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Expert Review

Pros
  • Loves the rough stuff
  • Hard-wearing interior
  • Iconic design
  • Should last a long time
Cons
  • Awful on-road manners
  • Safety scores an open question
  • Extremely noisy
  • Very cramped in the rear
Expert Rating
2.6 (Fair)

Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.

You can interpret our ratings in the following way:

: Outstanding vehicle. Only the most exceptional vehicles achieve this rating.

: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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Hero of war. That unmistakable seven-slot grille and round twin-headlamp configuration is as iconic as vehicle design gets. Even someone who knows nothing about cars could probably identify the latest-generation 2022 Wrangler as a Jeep. It’s an all-American icon whose heritage extends right back to World War II, and while that’s also the cause of some fairly serious deficiencies, it’s quite a legacy.

The two-door 2022 Jeep Wrangler (we review its four-door sibling separately as the Wrangler Unlimited) is a go-anywhere vehicle whose monopoly of deserts and forests has recently been challenged by the return of the Ford Bronco. Like its reborn rival, the Ohio-built Wrangler makes no pretense of being sophisticated. When did you last see a sedan or SUV whose windscreen could drop down for better views of the road ahead?

It'll tackle the rough stuff. As you’d expect from a vehicle with military lineage, the Wrangler scampers and bounces across terrain that would defeat most other off-roaders. Its archaic six-speed manual transmission or vastly superior eight-speed automatic box can be mated to one of two engines; a venerable 285-horsepower V6 gas engine, or a more sophisticated two-liter turbo unit which is better off-road and around town.

Urban performance notwithstanding, this car comes into its own where sedans and SUVs fear to tread. Offering approach angles of nearly 45 degrees and frankly astounding levels of grip, every Wrangler is equipped with multiple skid plates, a variety of tow hooks, an engine oil cooler and Dana axles.

Not a car for technophiles. We live in an age of smartphone mirroring and seamless connectivity, but the Wrangler dates from a time when mobiles were only found over a baby’s cot. The questionably-named Sport is a throwback to a simpler age, with its five-inch touchscreen display and manual adjustment of pretty much everything. As the highest of five trim levels, Rubicon models offer air-con and leather alongside a navigation-equipped 8.4-inch touchscreen. Unfortunately, its price is nudging $45,000, while even the aircon-less Sport will set you back $31,320.

Safety is a major concern. Despite being around forever, the Wrangler has never been fully crash-tested, and the limited federal testing data which is available paints a worrying picture. Even the flagship Rubicon places advanced brake assistance and blind-spot monitoring on the options list. At least features like hill start assist and traction control are standard, though base models miss out on daytime running lights and park assistance.

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Comfort isn’t on the options list. If you’ve ever seen footage of wartime soldiers bouncing around in a Willys Jeep, you’ll have a rough idea what town driving in a Wrangler feels like. Its eight-foot chassis and high stance make the two-door model extremely bouncy, while the steering contains a startling amount of slack.

It’s hard to think of a car on sale in America today which is less refined on-road, and anyone buying a Wrangler as a suburban-style statement will pay a high price. A combination of wind, road, and tire noise assaults your ears from all sides of that boxy body, and the inclusion of hose-down materials reflects practicality taking precedence over comfort.

As a go-anywhere workhorse, it’s easier to justify the cabin’s layout – up-front, at least. The low dash and boxy windows provide outstanding visibility, and if you’ve only got to transport one passenger, cabin space is fine. The rear is best avoided, with narrow openings and limited headroom, but there are 27 cu ft of storage space behind the back seats.

Final thoughts. Like the Ford Bronco, the Wrangler is aimed at a niche audience. It makes no apologies for its bare-bones approach, offering excellent off-road prowess and an unburstable interior clad in wipe-clean materials. It has iconic looks and some seriously tough mechanical components, while the lack of creature comforts at least ensures there’s less to break as you scamper up a rocky track.

For anyone whose weekends don’t involve wet suits and hiking boots, the Wrangler is unrefined to the point of being crude. The engines are thirsty and noisy, its ride is frankly abysmal, the steering is vague with lots of wheel play, and you’ll look in vain for SUV-style technologies. This is an automotive throwback in both the best and worst senses.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
Standard: 3.6L V-6 / 285 HP / 260 ft.lbs.
Available: 2.0L I-4 / 270 HP / 295 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard: 6-spd man w/OD
Available: 8-spd Autostick w/OD
Drive Type
Command-trac Part-time Four-wheel / Selec-trac Part And Full-time Four-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
17 / 25 / 21 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
4
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
Standard: 3.6L V-6 / 285 HP / 260 ft.lbs.
Available: 2.0L I-4 / 270 HP / 295 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Command-trac Part-time Four-wheel / Selec-trac Part And Full-time Four-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
17 / 25 / 21 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Leading Link
Rear Suspension
Rigid Axle Trailing Arm
Spare Tire And Wheel
Full-size Steel / Aluminum
Fuel Tank
17.5 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded / Premium Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$67
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
31.7 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
104 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
166.8 "
Exterior Width
73.8 "
Exterior Height
73.6 "
Front Headroom
42.6 " / 40.7 "
Rear Headroom
41.7 " / 40.2 "
Front Legroom
41.2 "
Rear Legroom
35.7 "
Front Shoulder Room
55.7 "
Rear Shoulder Room
57.7 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,948 Lbs. / 3,919 Lbs.
Wheel Base
97 "
Turning Radius
17.3 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
2 Doors
Wheels
17.0 " Black Styled Steel / 17.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum / 17.0 " Silver Aluminum / 17.0 " Black Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Pearlcoat Monotone / Clearcoat Monotone With Decal / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Manual / Dual Power Remote Heated
Bumpers
Black With 2 Front Tow Hook(s) / Front Black With 2 Front Tow Hook(s)
Grille Moldings
Body-colored / Black
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust
Stainless Steel
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
4
Seat Trim
Cloth / Mopar Leather
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Armrests
6-way
Rear Armrests
Rear Seats
Removable Full Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Am/fm, Clock, Seek-scan / Am/fm/satellite, Seek-scan / Siriusxm Am/fm/hd/satellite, Seek-scan / Siriusxm Am/fm/satellite, Seek-scan / Am/fm, Seek-scan
Speakers
8 / 9 Alpine
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Manual
Rearview Mirror
Day-night / Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Driver And Passenger
Tinted Windows
Light / Deep
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Forward Collision Warning-plus Forward Collision Mitigation
Blind Spot Sensor
Blind Spot Detection Blind Spot
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Parksense Rear
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Sentry Key
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
36 Months / Unlimited Miles
Roadside Assistance Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months

Used 2022 Jeep Wrangler for Sale

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Jeep
Unlimited Sport
Color: Black Clearcoat
Price

$27,647

Mileage

53,529 mi

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Envision Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (27 mi)

Phone: (626) 257-9840
Jeep
Unlimited Sport
Color: Firecracker Red Clearcoat
Price

$31,888

Mileage

33,647 mi

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Mercedes-Benz of West Covina (31 mi)

Phone: (844) 314-4913
Jeep
Willys
Color: White
Price

$32,517

Mileage

52,624 mi

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Trust Palmdale Honda (49 mi)

Phone: (661) 449-9657
Jeep
Unlimited Sport
Color: Sting-Gray Clearcoat
Price

$32,995

Mileage

38,806 mi

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Knight Claremont Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (42 mi)

Phone: (909) 962-8100
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