Pros and Cons of Owning a Jeep Wrangler.

Pros and Cons of Owning a Jeep Wrangler.

The Jeep Wrangler is definitely not for everyone. It largely depends on your personality, and your sense of adventure, as to whether or not you should be the owner of one.

For example, a sports car enthusiast will not like the Wrangler. Those who prefer the luxury of a smooth ride or leather seats will be highly disappointed. Families with children will prefer the safety and security that other SUVs provide.

In sum, those who view driving simply as a means of getting from one place to the next should look elsewhere, because the Wrangler is for those who seek adventure, those who have an interest in taking their vehicle places they’ve never gone before, and those who enjoy driving for no reason other than to be out in the great outdoors.

Some think of a Wrangler basically as a crude form of SUV.

The Wrangler is more about attitude and less about practicality than most other SUVs on the market. In fact, Jeep put “utility” in the sport-utility vehicle and called it a Wrangler. With removable doors, a fold-down windshield, removable top, replacement half-doors, holes in the floorboards for hosing out the interior when it’s dirty – now that’s utility!

PROS: On the plus side, here are Best Things About Owning A Jeep

Classic design / unique look
Can be fully customized to your liking – lots of options & aftermarket items
Unique styling serves as both an SUV and a convertible
4×4 capabilities – can handle any road anywhere
Height advantage over most cars – great visibility
Good heating system
A simply constructed vehicle that’s easy to repair
Short wheelbase, powerful drivetrain, body size & tight turning ratios all great for off-roading
Small size & light weight, make it a cinch to swing into tight spots
Great vehicle for all seasons
Jeep fraternity of friends for life
Rugged and durable – lasts for many years & many miles
Handles well on pavement, mud, sand, snow, water, etc.
Appeals to adults & teens alike
Durable interior made for weathering the elements
Fun to drive – turns every drive into an adventure
Relatively low price / good value
Excellent resale value
Parts are plentiful and cheap for repairs
In sum, a Jeep Wrangler gives you the ability to express yourself, and allows you the freedom to drive anywhere you want to drive. It’s the ultimate “go anywhere, do anything” vehicle! Buying a Jeep also admits you into an extremely active and public fraternity. Whether you’re young in age or young at heart, it’s the youthful sense of adventure that make a Wrangler a great vehicle to own. And to top it all off, Wranglers hold their value quite well, so you’ll get excellent resell value when you’re ready to sell.

CONS:On the down side, here are Worst Things About Owning A Jeep.

Weak acceleration, especially on interstates
Awkward ingress – requires high step in
Lack of cargo space for luggage, groceries, etc.
Noisy – road, wind, engine, and tire noise
Firm suspension results in a stiff, bumpy ride
Rear visibility can be a challenge with the top on
Slow steering
Tall, boxy profile is not aerodynamic meaning greater wind resistance & wind noise
Uncomfortable front seat positions for taller drivers
Everything is an “option” – carpet, steel doors, rear seat, etc.
Outdated appearance of gauges and switchgear
Difficult getting in and out of rear seat
Small, flimsy doors
Rear-view mirror is in the line of vision for taller drivers
Base sound system is less than adequate
If you’re riding without the top/sides, you must always be prepared for rain – plastic bags are a lifesaver for your gear
Cramped rear seating
Lack of side mirrors when you take off the doors
Short wheelbase makes highway driving rougher than in larger vehicles
Un-insulated roof
No lockable trunk/cargo area
Less practical in warmer climates
It’s only a 4-seater
Poor fuel economy (typical of SUVs)

Before purchasing a Wrangler, here are some of the things you should consider:
If you don’t like the outdoors, you won’t like a Wrangler.
If you’re overly concerned about luxury, safety or security, you won’t like a Wrangler.
If you really need a passenger vehicle, a Wrangler probably won’t work for you.
If you need space for hauling things (luggage, groceries, etc.), the Wrangler won’t do it for you, nor does it have a trunk compartment that locks.
If you have a long commute, you won’t enjoy the noisy ride, and the Wrangler guzzles gas.
If you have a large family, you won’t be able to comfortably seat everyone in a Wrangler.
If you (or your passengers) are concerned about how you’ll “look” when you get to your destination, then you might not appreciate the “sweat factor” or “windblown hair” you get from riding in a Jeep convertible.
In sum, a Wrangler is definitely a “no frills” vehicle. It comes with very few “extras”, and some of the most basic things (carpet, steel doors, rear seat) are considered options. If comfort, security, and safety are tops on your list of vehicle requirements, you should probably think twice about buying a Jeep Wrangler.