Jeep Wrangler

The Jeep Wrangler is one of the most capable — and most personality-filled — vehicles on the road, and it rewards owners who know what they’re getting into. This is our Wrangler hub: which years to buy and which to skip, how it tows and what it weighs, the mods and tires that work, the problems to watch for, and the gear worth your money.

We’ve owned them, so we’ll give you the straight story. Start below.

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• Best years for the Jeep Wrangler
• The 10 best Jeep Wranglers
• Can you flat-tow a Wrangler?

Buying & years

• Wrangler years to avoid
• Buying a used Wrangler: what to check
• Which Wrangler is best: YJ, TJ, LJ, JK or JL?

Specs, towing & weight

• How much a Wrangler weighs
• How much a Wrangler can tow
• The different JK models

Mods, tires & lift

• Cost to lift a Wrangler
• Best 35-inch tires
• Will 33s fit a stock TJ?

Problems & fixes

• Why a Wrangler overheats
• Why Wranglers ride rough
• How long Wrangler shocks last

Wrangler FAQ

What are the best and worst years for the Wrangler?

Several generations are standouts and a few specific years are best avoided — our best-years and years-to-avoid guides name them.

Can you flat-tow a Jeep Wrangler?

Yes — most Wranglers with a true neutral transfer case can be flat-towed behind an RV when set up correctly. See our full guide.

How long does a Jeep Wrangler last?

With maintenance, 200,000+ miles is realistic, especially on the simpler 4.0L and well-kept later models.