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Note: This performance review was created when the 2013 Jeep Wrangler was new.
Performance: | 7.9 |
With its exceptional off-road performance and powerful V6 engine, test drivers agree that the 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equally adept on- and off-road. However, the Wrangler’s go-anywhere capability also means that it doesn’t offer the car-like ride or composed handling of rivals like the Chevrolet Equinox or Ford Escape.
The 2013 Jeep Wrangler comes with a 3.6-liter V6 engine that generates 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed manual transmission is standard and a five-speed automatic is optional. Regardless of which transmission you choose, all Wranglers come standard with four-wheel drive. The EPA reports that the 2013 Wrangler gets 17/21 mpg city/highway with either transmission. Wrangler Unlimited models get slightly lower estimates. Rivals like the Toyota FJ Cruiser and Nissan Xterra earn similar ratings, though affordable crossovers like the Mazda CX-5 and Subaru XV Crosstrek use considerably less fuel.
Whether you’re commuting to work or navigating a rocky trail, reviewers maintain that the Wrangler’s V6 engine offers more than enough power. A few test drivers also comment that both transmissions seem refined and well-matched to the engine.
While the 2013 Wrangler offers a powerful V6 engine and unparalleled off-road ability, reviewers say that if you’re looking for a car-like ride the Wrangler comes up short. They write that the Wrangler’s handling is less refined and that its ride comfort trails most compact SUVs'.
While rival compact SUVs may offer more car-like handling, test drivers maintain that few are as capable off road as the Wrangler. All Wranglers come with a part-time four-wheel drive system with a two-speed transfer case. Rubicon models offer even more capability, thanks to suspension and drivetrain upgrades.
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