2001 Jeep Wrangler: Overview
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2001 Jeep Wrangler ▼
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- MSRP: $14,890 -$22,435
- Invoice: $14,343 -$20,462
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Pros
- Cargo room
- Maneuverability
Cons
- Fuel economy
- Acceleration (4-cylinder w/automatic)
- Noise
- Ride
- Entry/exit
Vehicle Highlights
Jeep's tradition-bound compact SUV comes with a soft top and plastic side windows or optional hardtop with glass windows. Base SE model has a 4-cyl engine, uplevel Sport and Sahara models a 4.0-liter inline 6-cyl. Manual transmission is standard, 3-speed automatic is optional. All Wranglers have Jeep's Command-Trac 4WD that must be disengaged on dry pavement but includes low-range gearing. ABS is available on 6-cyl models.
COMPETITION
Ignored in the past, compact SUVs are now some of the hottest-selling vehicles around. Though our Best Buy Honda CR-V doesn't offer true off-road ability and has milquetoast acceleration, it does mix ride comfort, cargo capacity, and versatility with all-weather traction.
Another car-based mini-SUV, the Subaru Forester, is our Recommended choice. Like the CR-V it doesn't have a low range for serious off-road use, it blends excellent on-road manners with SUV styling.
New this year are the Ford Escape and clone Mazda Tribute. We have been very impressed with early production models and may elevate these two to Best Buys after we get more seat time.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | SE, 4 cyl, man. Rating | Compact Sport-utility Vehicle Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | 2 | 3.5 |
| Fuel Economy | 4 | 4.8 |
| Ride Quality | 1 | 3.4 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 3 | 3.9 |
| Quietness | 1 | 3.2 |
| Controls | 3 | 4.9 |
| Details | ||
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 4 | 4.9 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 2 | 3.5 |
| Cargo Room | 7 | 6.8 |
| Value within Class | 3 | 4.7 |
| Total Score: | 30 | 43.6 |
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