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2004 Jeep Wrangler Full Review
Date Published: 7/31/08
Also in the 2004 Jeep Wrangler Review:
2004 Jeep Wrangler Review
A stretched-body model is a midyear addition to Jeep's tradition-bound compact SUV. The new model, called the Unlimited, rides a 10-inch-longer wheelbase than other Wranglers and is 15 inches longer overall. All Wranglers are available with a soft top and plastic side windows or with an extra-cost hardtop with glass windows. The base SE model has a 147-hp 4-cyl engine. X, Sport, Sahara, Rubicon, and Unlimited models have a 190-hp inline 6 cyl. A 4-speed automatic transmission is standard on the Unlimited and optional on other models in place of a 5-speed manual. All Wranglers have 4WD that must be disengaged on dry pavement but includes low-range gearing. ABS is optional on X, Sport, and Sahara; it's not available on the others. Four-wheel disc brakes are standard or optional on all but the SE. A 30-inch tire package is standard on Sahara and Unlimited, optional on Sport. Rubicon is intended for severe off-road use and comes with 31-inch-equivalent off-road tires, front- and rear-locking differentials, and low-ratio gearing. Also for '04, a tilt steering wheel is standard on all Wranglers, and all but SE get a standard CD player. Towing capacity is 3500 lb on the Unlimited, 2000 lb on others. Unlimited's additional length adds 2 inches of rear leg room and more cargo volume behind the rear seat. Its soft top has a fold-back forward section for a sunroof effect.
News
The new Unlimited was a last-minute replacement for a long-chassis Scrambler pickup that had been slated until marketers decided it wouldn't make enough money. Sources say the pickup could be pulled off the shelf at some future date, but probably not before model-year 2007.
That's because Wrangler will be fully redesigned for '07, though we hear sales start sometime in 2006. The redesign is said to retain Wrangler's general size and iconic "original Jeep" styling, but with modernized styling on a modified version of the Liberty SUV chassis. Sources say a first-ever 4-dr Wrangler will be offered, probably a fixed-roof wagon with an extended wheelbase. The traditional 2-dr will continue with hard and soft tops.
That's because Wrangler will be fully redesigned for '07, though we hear sales start sometime in 2006. The redesign is said to retain Wrangler's general size and iconic "original Jeep" styling, but with modernized styling on a modified version of the Liberty SUV chassis. Sources say a first-ever 4-dr Wrangler will be offered, probably a fixed-roof wagon with an extended wheelbase. The traditional 2-dr will continue with hard and soft tops.
2004 Jeep Wrangler Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Maneuverability | Fuel economy |
| Off-road performance | Noise |
| Ride | |
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Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Most buyers choose a 6-cyl model; they get adequate acceleration with either transmission, though automatic tends to upshift too soon, downshift too late for best throttle response. Unlimited weighs 250 lb more than Sahara, doesn't feel appreciably slower. Sluggish off the line, the 4 cyl has adequate merging and passing response, is smoother than the six.
| SE, man. | Sahara, man. | Rubicon w/hardtop, auto. | Unlimited | Class Average |
| 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4.2 |
Most buyers choose a 6-cyl model; they get adequate acceleration with either transmission, though automatic tends to upshift too soon, downshift too late for best throttle response. Unlimited weighs 250 lb more than Sahara, doesn't feel appreciably slower. Sluggish off the line, the 4 cyl has adequate merging and passing response, is smoother than the six.
Fuel Economy
Wrangler is fairly heavy, certainly not aerodynamic. Test 6-cyl manual-transmission Sahara averaged 15.2 mpg, even in mostly highway driving. Test 6-cyl/automatic-transmission Rubicon averaged just 13.0. Unlimited averaged 15. No opportunity to measure with 4 cyl.
| SE, man. | Sahara, man. | Rubicon w/hardtop, auto. | Unlimited | Class Average |
| 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 4.7 |
Wrangler is fairly heavy, certainly not aerodynamic. Test 6-cyl manual-transmission Sahara averaged 15.2 mpg, even in mostly highway driving. Test 6-cyl/automatic-transmission Rubicon averaged just 13.0. Unlimited averaged 15. No opportunity to measure with 4 cyl.
Ride Quality
Standard 15-inch tires provide relatively compliant passage over bumps, but absorbency suffers with larger wheel-tire combinations. Bigger issue is short wheelbase and off-road-ready suspension: they trigger abrupt vertical motions even on apparently smooth roads. Unlimited's longer wheelbase improves ride quality some.
| SE, man. | Sahara, man. | Rubicon w/hardtop, auto. | Unlimited | Class Average |
| 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4.1 |
Standard 15-inch tires provide relatively compliant passage over bumps, but absorbency suffers with larger wheel-tire combinations. Bigger issue is short wheelbase and off-road-ready suspension: they trigger abrupt vertical motions even on apparently smooth roads. Unlimited's longer wheelbase improves ride quality some.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Very maneuverable at slow speeds, but body lean prevalent as speed increases. Rugged suspension causes skittish cornering on bumpy pavement. Unlimited has less-jittery road manners, but still far from carlike. Steering less precise than typical passenger vehicle's, and Rubicon's tall tires make it feel even sloppier on-road than other Wranglers. Four-wheel disc brakes provide good stopping power, but pedal modulation poor on all versions. ABS an important safety feature that should be available on all models.
| SE, man. | Sahara, man. | Rubicon w/hardtop, auto. | Unlimited | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 4.3 |
Very maneuverable at slow speeds, but body lean prevalent as speed increases. Rugged suspension causes skittish cornering on bumpy pavement. Unlimited has less-jittery road manners, but still far from carlike. Steering less precise than typical passenger vehicle's, and Rubicon's tall tires make it feel even sloppier on-road than other Wranglers. Four-wheel disc brakes provide good stopping power, but pedal modulation poor on all versions. ABS an important safety feature that should be available on all models.
Quietness
Sparse insulation. Lots of wind noise with soft top, somewhat less with hardtop, but copious tire noise drums through. Unlimited has extra sound deadening, but conversation at highway speeds still requires raised voices.
| SE, man. | Sahara, man. | Rubicon w/hardtop, auto. | Unlimited | Class Average |
| 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3.8 |
Sparse insulation. Lots of wind noise with soft top, somewhat less with hardtop, but copious tire noise drums through. Unlimited has extra sound deadening, but conversation at highway speeds still requires raised voices.
Controls
Logically grouped, easy to see. Good outward vision, though plastic side and rear windows prone to scratching, clouding, and power mirrors unavailable. Driver's elbow can hit center-console armrest when shifting manual transmission. Solid workmanship, durable materials. Soft-top operation a time-consuming adventure of zippers, fasteners, struts. Unlimited's longer convertible roof even more cumbersome, though "sunroof" feature a nice idea.
| SE, man. | Sahara, man. | Rubicon w/hardtop, auto. | Unlimited | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5.3 |
Logically grouped, easy to see. Good outward vision, though plastic side and rear windows prone to scratching, clouding, and power mirrors unavailable. Driver's elbow can hit center-console armrest when shifting manual transmission. Solid workmanship, durable materials. Soft-top operation a time-consuming adventure of zippers, fasteners, struts. Unlimited's longer convertible roof even more cumbersome, though "sunroof" feature a nice idea.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
No excess elbow room. Terrific head clearance with either top. Seats firm, supportive, but too low for shorter drivers, and there is no height adjustment. No door armrests. Entry/exit requires big step over doorsill.
| SE, man. | Sahara, man. | Rubicon w/hardtop, auto. | Unlimited | Class Average |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5.5 |
No excess elbow room. Terrific head clearance with either top. Seats firm, supportive, but too low for shorter drivers, and there is no height adjustment. No door armrests. Entry/exit requires big step over doorsill.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Two adults fit without touching shoulders, but knee room tight and seat isn't comfortable. Unlimited leg room only marginally better. Difficult entry/exit on all.
| SE, man. | Sahara, man. | Rubicon w/hardtop, auto. | Unlimited | Class Average |
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4.3 |
Two adults fit without touching shoulders, but knee room tight and seat isn't comfortable. Unlimited leg room only marginally better. Difficult entry/exit on all.
Cargo Room
A few grocery bags fit behind regular-length models' back seat, which folds or removes to create steamer-trunk space. Unlimited's cargo bay a useful 13 inches longer. Optional Add-a-Trunk unit provides locking compartment, but is unavailable on Unlimited.
| SE, man. | Sahara, man. | Rubicon w/hardtop, auto. | Unlimited | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6.8 |
A few grocery bags fit behind regular-length models' back seat, which folds or removes to create steamer-trunk space. Unlimited's cargo bay a useful 13 inches longer. Optional Add-a-Trunk unit provides locking compartment, but is unavailable on Unlimited.
Value within Class
Wrangler is an uncomfortable, unrefined throwback. But few vehicles have more personality or better off-road ability. All versions have strong resale value, but prices are relatively steep. The Sport quickly tops $22,000. Sahara starts well above that. Positioned just above the 4-cyl SE, the X delivers 6-cyl power for reasonable cost. Unlimiteds add precious cargo space and slightly better on-road feel without sacrificing much off-road prowess.
| SE, man. | Sahara, man. | Rubicon w/hardtop, auto. | Unlimited | Class Average |
| 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5.6 |
Wrangler is an uncomfortable, unrefined throwback. But few vehicles have more personality or better off-road ability. All versions have strong resale value, but prices are relatively steep. The Sport quickly tops $22,000. Sahara starts well above that. Positioned just above the 4-cyl SE, the X delivers 6-cyl power for reasonable cost. Unlimiteds add precious cargo space and slightly better on-road feel without sacrificing much off-road prowess.
Total Score
| SE, man. | Sahara, man. | Rubicon w/hardtop, auto. | Unlimited | Class Average |
| 33 | 32 | 30 | 37 | 48.6 |
Scores for all Compact Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 29 | |
| Average Score | 48 | |
| High Score | 61 |
2004 Jeep Wrangler Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 10/01/2004
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| SE 2-door convertible | $16,635 | $15,508 | $610 |
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| X 2-door convertible | $19,700 | $18,422 | $610 |
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| Sport 2-door convertible | $21,685 | $19,795 | $610 |
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| Sahara 2-door convertible | $25,275 | $22,990 | $610 |
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| Rubicon 2-door convertible | $25,450 | $23,146 | $610 |
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| Unlimited 2-door convertible | $24,385 | $22,198 | $610 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
SE
Powertrain
2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine, 5-speed manual transmission, 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case.
Safety
Dual front airbags, roll bar.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Power steering, tilt steering wheel, vinyl upholstery, front bucket seats, tachometer, front carpeting, mini floor console, cupholder, variable-intermittent wipers.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Skid plates, outside-mounted spare tire, P215/75R15 all-terrain tires.
X adds to SE:
Powertrain
4.0-liter 6-cylinder engine.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Cloth upholstery, folding rear bench seat, rear carpeting, AM/FM/CD player, digital clock.
Sport adds to X:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Full metal doors w/roll-up windows.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Fog lights.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Tow hooks, outside-mounted full-size spare tire.
Sahara adds to Sport:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, full-length floor console, upgraded sound system, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, outside-temperature indicator , map lights, front floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, deep-tinted rear glass, bodyside steps.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
30x9.5R15 all-terrain white-letter tires, alloy wheels.
Rubicon adds to Sport:
Powertrain
Front and rear heavy-duty locking differentials.
Safety
4-wheel disc brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Full-length floor console.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Deletes: full-metal doors w/roll-up windows.
Off-road suspension, LT245/75R16 on/off-road tires, alloy wheels.
Unlimited adds to Sport:
Powertrain
4-speed automatic transmission, limited-slip differential.
Safety
4-wheel disc brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, full-length floor console, 10-inch-longer wheelbase, front floormats.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
30x9.5R15 all-terrain white-letter tires, alloy wheels.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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22/23N Quick Order Pkg.
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SE
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$1,350
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$1,188
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AM/FM/cassette, easy-entry front-passenger seat, folding rear seat, rear carpeting. Requires front floormats.
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Columbia Edition Group
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X
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$2,000
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$1,760
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Two-tone upholstery, full-length floor console, upgraded sound system, front floormats, unique interior and exterior trim, underhood light, fog lights, full-size spare tire, P255/75R15 all-terrain white-white letter tires, alloy wheels.
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Wheel Plus Group
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X
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$985
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$867
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X w/Columbia Edition Group
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$495
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$436
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Upgraded sound system, P225/75R15 all-terrain tires, full-size spare tire, alloy wheels.
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ADC Convenience Group
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SE, X
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$165
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$145
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Full-length floor console, courtesy and underhood lights. SE requires Pkg. 22/23N.
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Powertrain |
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4-speed automatic transmission
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SE, X, Sport, Rubicon
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$825
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$726
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Sahara
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$515
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$453
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Sahara includes Dana 44 rear axle.
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Trac-Loc axle
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X, Sport, Sahara
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$285
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$251
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Limited-slip rear differential. Requires full-size spare tire. Sport w/Dana 44 rear axle require 4-wheel disc brakes. Std. Unlimited.
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Dana 44 rear axle
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Sport, Sahara
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$310
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$273
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Requires 4-wheel disc brakes when ordered w/Trac-Loc axle. Std. Unlimited.
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Special axle ratio
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X, Sport, Unlimited, Sahara
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$0
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$0
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Safety |
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Antilock brakes
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X, Sport, Sahara
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$600
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$528
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Sahara requires automatic transmission, Trac-Loc axle. NA w/Wheel and Tire Group AAS.
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4-wheel disc brakes
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Sport, Sahara
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$0
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$0
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Sport requires Trac-Loc axle or Tire and Wheel Group AAS. Sahara requires Dana 44 rear axle.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Hardtop
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SE, X, Rubicon
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$920
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$810
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Sport, Sahara, Unlimited
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$795
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$700
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Unlimited w/special paint
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$945
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$832
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Includes full metal doors with roll-up windows, rear wiper/washer, deep-tinted glass (Sahara), rear defogger, cargo light. SE requires Pkg. 22/23N.
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Soft top and hardtop
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Sport
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$1,435
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$1,263
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Sahara
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$1,675
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$1,474
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Rubicon
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$1,560
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$1,373
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Includes full metal doors.
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Full metal doors w/roll-up windows
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SE, X, Rubicon
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$125
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$110
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SE requires Pkg. 22/23N.
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Half metal doors
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Sport, Sahara
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$0
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$0
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Air conditioning
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SE, X, Sport, Rubicon
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$895
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$788
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Folding rear seat
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SE
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$635
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$559
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Includes easy-entry front-passenger seat, rear carpeting.
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Cloth upholstery
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SE w/Pkg. 22/23N
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$110
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$97
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Vinyl upholstery
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X, Sport, Rubicon
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$0
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$0
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Leather-wrapped steering wheel
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X, Sport, Unlimited, Rubicon
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$300
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$264
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Includes cruise control.
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AM/FM/CD player
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SE, X, Sport, Rubicon
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$125
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$110
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Upgraded sound system
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Sport, Unlimited, Rubicon
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$295
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$260
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Includes 7 speakers, tweeter, subwoofer. Std. Sahara.
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Automatic day/night rearview mirror
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Sport, Unlimited, Rubicon
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$220
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$194
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Includes compass, outside-temperature indicator, map lights.
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Front floormats
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SE, X, Sport, Rubicon
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$30
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$26
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Smoker's Group
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Rubicon, SE, Sport, Unlimited, X
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$30
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$26
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Ash tray, lighter.
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Theft-deterrent system
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Sport, Unlimited, Rubicon
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$75
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$66
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Add-A-Trunk lockable storage
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Rubicon, SE, Sport, X
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$125
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$110
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SE requires Pkg. 22/23N. NA Unlimited.
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Locking fuel filler cap
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Sport, Unlimited, Sahara, Rubicon
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$15
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$13
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Sport, Rubicon, require theft-deterrent system.
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Deep-tinted rear glass
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X/Sport/Rubicon w/hardtop
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$240
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$211
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Sport/Rubicon w/soft top and hardtop
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$365
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$321
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Tinted soft-top windows
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X, Sport, Rubicon
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$125
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$110
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Bodyside steps
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Sport, Unlimited
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$150
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$132
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Engine-block heater
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Rubicon, SE, Sport, Unlimited, X
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$35
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$31
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Special paint
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Rubicon, SE, Sport, Unlimited, X
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$150
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$132
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NA Sahara.
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Spare-tire cover
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SE, X, Sport
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$50
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$44
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Sahara
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$75
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$66
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SE requires Pkg. 22/23N.
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Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires |
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Front and rear tow hooks
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SE, X
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$60
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$53
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P225/75R15 all-terrain tires
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Sport
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$310
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$273
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Full Face Tire and Wheel Group
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SE
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$700
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$616
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X
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$425
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$374
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Full-size spare tire, P225/75R15 all-terrain white-letter tires, full-face steel wheels.
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Ecco Tire and Wheel Group
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SE
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$965
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$849
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Sport
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$575
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$506
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Full-size spare tire (SE), P225/75R15 all-terrain white-letter tires, alloy wheels. SE requires Pkg. 22/23N.
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Tire and Wheel Group AAS
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Sport w/automatic
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$670
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$590
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Sport w/manual
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$850
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$748
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Five alloy wheels, heavy-duty shock absorbers and rear axle, Dana 44 rear axle (w/manual transmission), 30x9.5R15 all-terrain white-letter tires. Std. Unlimited, Sahara.
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Full-size spare tire
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SE, X
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$115
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$101
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2004 Jeep Wrangler Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Jeep Wrangler 2-door convertible | Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2-door convertible |
| Wheelbase, in. | 93.4 | 103.4 |
| Overall Length, in. | 155.4 | 171.0 |
| Overall Width, in. | 66.7 | 66.7 |
| Overall Height, in. | 70.9 | 70.8 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 3235 | 3730 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 47.3 | 64.0 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 19.0 | 19.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 41.9 | 43.2 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 41.1 | 40.9 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 40.6 | 43.2 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 35.0 | 37.0 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc I4 | ohv I6 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 2.4 /148 | 4.0 /242 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 147 @ 5200 | 190 @ 4600 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 165 @ 4000 | 235 @ 3200 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 5-speed manual | 18/21 | 16/19 |
| 4-speed automatic | 18/20 | 16/20 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
 Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags Curtain Side Airbags Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Jeep Wrangler 2-door convertible | Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2-door convertible |
| Front Impact, Driver | 4 | NA |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 4 | NA |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 7/70,000 | $100 deductible per visit. |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
4-wheel drive
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Tester's Comments
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Major Options: Customer Preferred Pkg. (Body Side Steps, 7 Speakers, Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel, Electronic Speed Control), Black Hard Top, Rear Window Wiper/Washer, Electric Rear Window Defroster Consumer Guide® Fuel Economy: 15.02 mpg (what's this?) Problems During Test: None From The Back Seat Mark Bilek It's refreshing to drive Wrangler once in a while--if only to see how far the automotive world has come in 20 years. Forget about its billy-goat-like off-road abilities, its rugged exterior, and compact size, this SUV stands against convention as a throwback to a different day. A day when occupant safety, convenience features, and utility were secondary to style. People might fall in love with the idea of a Wrangler, but they are much better off with a more modern Jeep Liberty. Tom Appel This is going to sound like a journalistic cop out but, Wrangler is what it is. Love it for what it is, or be a girlie boy and buy the CR-V. |
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Car Buying Resources
Vehicle History Report
