2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Basic Specs

Base Price TBA
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 4075
City (MPG) 16
Hwy (MPG) 21
Horsepower 285@6400
Torque (lb-ft) 260@4800
Wheelbase 116.0
Length (in.) 173.4
Width (in.) 73.9
Height (in.) 70.8

With roots going all the way back to the Willys “ Jeep ” used during WWII, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is the four-door variant of one of the purest and most capable SUVs on the market today. The latest model has been updated with a new engine and a host of interior changes that make the truck a better daily driver, though it retains the same basic design that makes it a legendary off-road vehicle.

The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is the only four-door convertible on the market, and, unlike its two-door counterpart, it offers room for five adult passengers. Buyers can choose from a durable hard top with glass windows or a soft top with plastic windows, both of which can be removed to take full advantage of sunny days. Even the side doors can be removed with just a screwdriver.

Looking past the rugged fenders, trademark seven-bar grille and other familiar styling elements, the biggest news for the Wrangler Unlimited is the implementation of Chrysler ’s 3.6-liter Pentastar V6. Replacing a boat anchor of a 3.8-liter V6, the new mill offers a 40 percent increase in power, not to mention better fuel economy. Officially, the V6 is rated at 285 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 260 lb-ft. of torque at 4,800 rpm and it is designed to run on regular unleaded fuel.

The latest Wrangler also utilizes a Mercedes-Benz -designed five-speed automatic in place of a dated four-speed unit. A six-speed manual transmission is standard across the line, the first such transmission to be mated to the Pentastar engine.

Fuel economy is rated at 16/21 mpg for the manual transmission, while opting for the automatic means sacrificing one mpg on the highway. Towing capacity is a middling 3,500 lbs.

Other recent changes include an interior that is far more hospitable than that of the outgoing model. A more upscale dashboard design retains much of the outgoing model's basic layout – a high-mounted radio, centrally-located window controls and rotary climate control knobs – but uses much richer materials. The interior is still designed to withstand abuse, and can even be hosed out on models with cloth seats, but is more inviting than before. Cargo space is a useful 46.4 cubic feet behind the rear seats, or 82 cubic feet with the rear seats folded.

What makes a Jeep , a Jeep
The suspension for the Wrangler is a five-link coil setup with tuned shock absorbers. This setup works with Dana 30 front and next-generation heavy-duty Dana 44 rear axles. The Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon model uses heavy-duty front and rear Dana 44 axles and also features an electronic-disconnecting front stabilizer bar – called the active sway bar system – which delivers additional wheel travel for challenging terrain.

With high ground clearance combined with short front and rear overhangs, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has the ability to conquer incredibly challenging off-road obstacles, especially severe inclines. Off-road enthusiasts will appreciate the key numbers: for the Rubicon model, an approach angle of 44.3 degrees, breakover angle of 25.4 degrees and departure angle of 40.4 degrees.

Underbody protection is provided by three skid plates, which protect the fuel tank, transfer case and automatic transmission oil pan.

The latest Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport and Sahara models are also equipped with the second-generation Command-Trac NV241 part-time, two-speed transfer case with a 2.72:1 low-range gear ratio.

An available Trac-Lok limited-slip rear differential provides extra torque and grip during slippery, low-traction situations, such as driving over sand, gravel, snow or ice.

The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon model is equipped with an Off-Road Rock-Trac NV241 two-speed transfer case with a 4.0:1 low-range gear ratio, as well as electric front- and rear-axle lockers, an electronic sway bar disconnect and 32-inch BF Goodrich off-road tires.

Sport and Sahara models now include a standard 3.21 rear axle ratio, while off road-oriented Rubicons can be optioned with either a 3.73 or 4.10, both of which improve upon the outgoing 4.10′s crawl ratio thanks to the new automatic’s lower first gear ratio.

Trim level breakdown
The Wrangler Unlimited comes in four separate trim levels: Sport, Sport S, Sahara and Rubicon.

The base-level Sport model comes equipped with cruise control, an iPod-jack for the stereo system, 16-inch painted wheels, and steering wheel-mounted audio controls.

The Sport S adds A/C, power windows and locks, 17-inch sparkle painted wheels, remote keyless entry, power heated mirrors and leather trim on the steering wheel and gear shifter. The Sport S is also available in a right-hand-drive configuration targeted at rural postal services with a standard automatic transmission and hard-top.

The Sahara brings 18-inch satin silver painted wheels, body-color fender flares, tubular side steps, gas charged shocks, automatic headlamps, a seven-speaker, 368-watt Infinity sound system and a 115-volt auxiliary power outlet.

The top-spec Rubicon adds Tru-Lok front and rear locking differentials, a Rock-Trak heavy-duty transfer case, an Electronic Front Sway Bar Disconnect system, rock rails and 32-inch BFGoodrich Mud Terrain Tires.

Safety
The Wrangler Unlimited features dual front and side airbags to supplement a sturdy body-on-frame construction and crumple zones that absorb energy from a crash.

Key Competitors
As an off-road focused four-door convertible, the Wrangler Unlimited is really in a class by itself. However, it could conceivably be cross-shopped against the Toyota 4Runner , Toyota FJ Cruiser and Nissan Xterra .

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    • General
    • Body Style: SUV
    • Size: Midsize
    • Market Segment: Standard
    • Weight: 4075 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 173.4 in.
    • Width: 73.9 in.
    • Height: 70.8 in.
    • Wheelbase: 116.0 in.
    • Ground Clearance: TBD
    • Front Track: 61.9 in.
    • Rear Track: 61.9 in.
    • Weight Distribution: TBD
    • Drag Coefficient: TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 5
    • Passenger Volume: 104.0 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume: 46.43 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): 86.77 cu. ft.
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: 54.6 cu. ft.
    • Leg Room: 41.0 in.
    • Head Room: 41.3 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 55.8 in.
    • Hip Room: 55.6 in.
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume: 49.4 cu. ft.
    • Leg Room: 37.2 in.
    • Head Room: 40.4 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 56.8 in.
    • Hip Room: 56.7 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 3.6L V6
    • Power: 285 hp @ 6400 rpm
    • Torque: 260 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 21 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 16 mpg
    • Forced Induction: None
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: All Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Trailing Arm
    • Rear Suspension: Solid Axle
    • Wheels
    • Front: 16" Steel
    • Front Tires: P225/75R16
    • Rear: 16" Steel
    • Rear Tires: P225/75R16
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: TBD
    • Payload: 1000
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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      Sport

      • New 3.6L V6 w/ 285 HP & 260 ft-lb torque
      • 6-Speed Manual Transmission
      • 16-Inch Painted Slot-Spoke Wheels
      • Fog Lamps
      • Command-Trac® 4WD
      • Dana® Front and Rear Axles+
      • Media Center w/ AM/FM Radio, CD Player and WMA/MP3 Jack
      • Cruise Control
      • Hill Start Assist
      • Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls

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      Sport S

      • Includes Everything on Sport, Plus
      • 17-Inch Sparkle Silver Painted Wheels
      • Air Conditioning
      • Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
      • Chrome/ Leather Wrapped Shift Knob
      • Power Locks and Windows
      • Deep Tint Sunscreen Glass
      • Power Heated Mirrors
      • Security Alarm
      • Remote Keyless Entry

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      Sport RHD

      • Includes Everything on Sport, Plus:
      • 5-Speed Automatic Transmission
      • Freedom Top Hardtop
      • Right Hand Drive Package
      • Power Locks and Windows
      • Cruise Control
      • Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel

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      Sahara

      • Includes Everything on Sport, Plus:
      • 18-Inch Satin Silver Painted Wheels
      • Automatic Headlamps
      • Body Color Fender Flares
      • Power Heated Exterior Mirrors
      • Tubular Side Steps
      • Gas Charged Shocks
      • Deep Tint Sunscreen Glass
      • Power Locks and Windows
      • 1 Year of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Svc.
      • Seven Infinity Speaker, Including Subwoofer
      • 368-Watt Amplifier
      • 115-Volt Auxiliary Power Outlet

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      Rubicon

      • 17-Inch Satin Carbon Painted Wheels
      • Tru-Lok Front and Rear Locking Differentials+
      • Rock-Trac Heavy-Duty Transfer Case
      • Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect
      • Dana Front Axle
      • Rock Rails
      • Gas Charged Shocks
      • 32-Inch BFGoodrich Mud Terrain Tires+
      • 1 Year of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Svc.
      • Seven Infinity Speaker, Including Subwoofer
      • 368-Watt Amplifier
      • 115-Volt Auxiliary Power Outlet

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      Arctic

      • Includes Everything on Sahara, Plus:
      • Body Color Hardtop Group
      • Black Hood Decal & "Yeti Footprint" Decal on Front Fender
      • 17-Inch Black Painted Rubicon Wheels & Tires
      • Rubicon Black Bumper with Fog Lights
      • Mopar Black Fuel Fill Door and Black Tail Lamp Guards
      • Black Interior with Arctic Orange and in Polar White Accents
      • Seat insert: Tectonic fabric with Polar White accents
      • Seat cushion, back, headrest, armrest, console & wheel: Accent stitch in Arctic Orange
      • Mopar Slush Mats with Polar White "Jeep" Lettering

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      Call of Duty: MW3 Edition

      • Includes Everything on Rubicon Plus:
      • Unique Rubicon Wheels painted Semi-Gloss Black with Matching center Caps & Mopar Tire Cover "MW3"
      • Mopar Hood with Scoop
      • Mopar Front Bumper (Winch Ready) with Fog Lights & Mopar Rear Bumper
      • Mopar: Rock Rails, Black Fuel Fill Door, and Black Tail Lamp Guards
      • Black Interior with Black Sedosa Fabric w/Hex Embossment & Unique "MW3" Logo
      • Unique IP Cluster & IP Grab Handle with New Logo
      • MOPAR Slush Mats with new Logo and Rear Cargo Mat with New Logo

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      Half Metal Doors w/ Locks

      • Half metal doors with locks that are easily removable.
      • Plastic Front Door Window
      • Remove Keyless Entry
      • Remove Power Convenience Group
      • Remove Power Locks
      • Remove Power Windows
      • Remove Security Alarm

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      Smoker's Group

      • Cigar Lighter
      • Removable Ashtray

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      Trailer Tow Group

      • Class II Receiver Hitch
      • Trailer Sway Damping
      • Trailer Tow with 4-Pin Wiring Connector

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      Max Tow Package

      • 3.73 Rear Axle Ratio
      • A numerically lower axle ratio results in lower engine rpm and better fuel economy. A numerically higher ratio improves acceleration, climbing grades, carrying loads or pulling a trailer.
      • Class II Receiver Hitch
      • Trailer Sway Damping
      • Trailer Tow with 4-Pin Wiring Connector

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      Premium Chrome Group by Mopar

      • Chrome Exterior Mirrors
      • Chrome Grille by Mopar®

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      Black Appearance Group by Mopar

      • Black Fuel Filler Door by Mopar
      • Black Tail Lamp Guards by Mopar
      • Black Tubular Side Steps by Mopar

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      Chrome Edition Group by Mopar

      • Chrome Exhaust Tip by Mopar
      • Chrome Fuel Filler Door by Mopar
      • Chrome Tail Lamp Guards by Mopar
      • Chrome Tubular Side Steps by Mopar

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    Powertrain

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      6-Speed Manual Transmission

      • N/A

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      5-Speed Automatic W5A580 Transmission

      • Hill Descent Control
      • Tip Start

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      3.21 Rear Axle Ratio

      • N/A

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      3.73 Rear Axle Ratio

      • A numerically lower axle ratio results in lower engine rpm and better fuel economy. A numerically higher ratio improves acceleration, climbing grades, carrying loads or pulling a trailer.

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      Engine Block Heater

      • N/A

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      Trac-Lok Limited Slip Rear Differential

      • N/A

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    Exterior

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      Black 3-Piece Hard Top

      • Delete Sunrider Soft Top
      • Freedom Panel Storage Bag
      • Rear Window Defroster
      • Rear Window Wiper / Washer
      • Tinted Rear Quarter and Liftgate Windows

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    Interior

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      Slush Mats by Mopar

      • N/A

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      SiriusXM Satellite Radio w/ 1-Year Radio Subscription

      • Hear what a great car sounds like. With over 130 channels, SiriusXM Satellite Radio brings you more of what you love. You get 100% commercial-free music from nearly every genre, artist-dedicated channels and live performances you can't hear anywhere else. Hear the best sports coverage with live play-by-play and expert talk including every NFL® game, every NASCAR® race, college sports and more. The biggest and most compelling names in talk with Howard Stern and Martha Stewart, laugh-out-loud comedy with Jamie Foxx's The Foxxhole and Blue Collar Comedy, world-class news, family programming, local traffic & weather every 4 minutes and much more. And now you can add "The Best of XM" to your SiriusXM subscription and get even more amazing programming with Oprah Radio™, NBA and NHL® games, the 24/7 NHL Home Ice® and MLB® Home Plate™ channels, the PGA TOUR® Network, college sports, Opie & Anthony and much more. Now more than ever, Everything Worth Listening to Is on SiriusXM. Your first year of SiriusXM radio service is included. For more information call 1-888-539-SIRIUS (7474). SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. SiriusXM Radio requires a subscription, sold separately after trial subscription included with vehicle purchase. Prices and programming are provided by SiriusXM and are subject to change. Subscriptions governed by SiriusXM Terms & Conditions available at sirius.com. Other fees and taxes apply. "The Best of XM" not available on all radios. SiriusXM Radio U.S. service only available in the 48 contiguous United States, D.C., and Puerto Rico, to those at least 18 years of age. Service available in Canada; see www.siriuscanada.ca.

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      368W 7-Speaker infinity Sound System including Subwoofer

      • 368-watt 7-speaker Infinity sound system including subwoofer. Infinity is a registered trademark of Infinity Systems, Inc.

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      Katzkin Black Leather Seats

      • 115-Volt Auxiliary Power Outlet
      • Heated Front Seats

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