Jeep Wrangler for sale

Jeep Wranglers are excellent for off-roading and customization but compromise on-road comfort, handling, and fuel efficiency, making them good cars if your priority is rugged adventure and you accept their distinct driving experience and potential maintenance needs, notes Autotrader. They offer unparalleled trail capability, strong resale value, and a huge enthusiast community, but their trade-offs include a bouncy ride, noisy cabin, and less-than-stellar reliability compared to mainstream SUVs, according to What Car? and Carbuyer.

In the UK, new Jeep Wrangler prices typically start from around £63,465 for the Sahara model and go up to about £65,870 for the Rubicon, with potential savings when buying through brokers like Carwow and Autotrader or finding deals on used models starting from £29,000. Prices vary by trim (Sahara, Rubicon), engine (petrol 2.0L GME), and optional features, with official prices reflecting On-The-Road (OTR) costs.

Jeep Wranglers are expensive due to their strong brand heritage, iconic design, and high demand driven by their legendary off-road capability, which justifies premium pricing, especially with advanced factory options like locking differentials and sway bar disconnects. Manufacturing costs for durable, off-road-ready parts, high safety compliance, and strong resale value also contribute to the higher price tag, even for older models, making them a significant investment for enthusiasts seeking adventure.

Yes, the 2026 Jeep ® Wrangler is classified as an SUV.

Issues such as “death wobble” (violent front-end vibrations) and premature wear of suspension components are common, especially on older models. Transmission problems, such as overheating or rough gear shifts, have been reported in models from 2021–2024.

Faulty Takata Airbags This colossal scandal has affected Wranglers with model years between 2007-2017. So that’s a lot of recalled Wranglers. The infamous Takata airbags can explode with great force that they rip the metal inflators, turning them into deadly shrapnel towards the vehicle occupants. Current recall information can be found through [Jeep safety and recall updates](https://www.jeep.co.uk/mopar/recalls).

A Jeep Wrangler can reach around 200,000 miles before significant issues arise, but with excellent care, it can surpass 400,000 miles. High mileage is generally considered over 100,000 miles, yet many Wranglers perform reliably well beyond this mark when maintained according to [official Jeep servicing details](https://www.jeep.co.uk/mopar/maintenance).