The Jeep Wrangler has been in the market for more than seven decades and it was at first offered only as a military application. The carmaker later made the vehicle available for the public once the troops returned from World War II boasting how wonderful the vehicle was to use.
The Wrangler has endured many changes but it still holds highly desirable features. The 2010 model is durable, and supplies exceptional on the road and off-roading features. As consumer demand changed, the carmaker also change the Wrangler by adding more cargo space, stereos, air condition controls, comfortable seating, and increased passenger room. Nevertheless, with a long list of features the Wrangler is still lacking.
The Wrangler has a softer rooftop offering practically nothing in the way of protection during an accident and it does little to hinder thefts. The zip-up Windows cause the same issues. The Wrangler has a lot of noise inside the cabin due to a substandard construction. If you can handle the noise and compromised cargo space the Jeep Wrangler is an ideal choice for you.
The Range
Bodystyles: SUV
Engines: 3.8L V-6
Transmissions: 6-speed manual, 4-speed automatic
Models: Sport, Mountain, Sahara, Rubicon, Islander
What's New
For 2010 the Jeep has introduced two new models, the Islander and Mountain. The Wrangler now gets foglamps, tow hooks and a compass standard as well as a much needed soft top revision, making it easier to remove. The base Wrangler Sport gets cloth seats in place of the vinyl ones and leather is now available on the Rubicon and Sahara.
Exterior
The 2010 Jeep Wrangler looks like a Jeep should with a very rough and rugged style. The soft top is standard but the Freedom Top -- a three-piece modular hardtop -- comes with a rear window defroster and wiper, tinted windows and a storage bag.
Interior
The base Wrangler has a cheap, hard plastic interior but the available leather in some of the models is a nice touch. But this being a true off-roader, the plastic interior is easy to clean.
Performance & Handling
All 2010 Wranglers get the 3.8-liter V-6 with 202-horsepower and 237 pound-feet of torque. You do get a choice of transmissions -- the standard 6-speed manual or the optional (and aging) 4-speed automatic.
Safety
The Wrangler gets four-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), dual front airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, traction control, four-wheel drive, stability control.
EPA Fuel Economy
Sport: 15 mpg city/19 mpg highway
Mountain: 15 mpg city/19 mpg highway
Sahara: 15 mpg city/19 mpg highway
Rubicon: 15 mpg city/19 mpg highway
Isalnder: 15 mpg city/19 mpg highway
You'll Like
- Amazing off-road capabilities
- Rugged Jeep look
- Optional navigation
You Won't Like
- Weak engine
- Poor fuel economy
Sum Up
Best all around Jeep made
If You Like This Vehicle
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- Nissan Xterra