Jeep Wrangler · Model year 2018
2018 Jeep Wrangler specs, maintenance & manuals
Owner and shopper reference for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, built from Stellantis and Mopar data: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 20 manufacturer publications.
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2018 Jeep Wrangler specs & features
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2018 specification sheets.
General information+−
| Vehicle Type | Sport-utility vehicle |
| Assembly Plant | Toledo Supplier Park, Toledo, Ohio |
| EPA Vehicle Class | Multipurpose vehicle |
| Introduction Date | 2017 |
Body/chassis+−
| Layout | Longitudinal front engine, four-wheel drive |
| Construction | Ladder-type frame, open steel and aluminum body |
Engine: 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6+−
| Availability | Standard — all models |
| Type and Description | 60-degree, V-type, liquid-cooled |
| Displacement (cu. in. / cc) | 220 cu. in. (3,604 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.78 x 3.27 (96 x 83) |
| Valve System | Chain-driven DOHC, 24 valves and hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Aluminum deep-skirt block, aluminum alloy heads |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Power (SAE net) (hp / kW@rpm) | 285 hp (209 kW) at 6,400 rpm |
| Torque (SAE net) (lb.-ft. / N•m) | 260 lb.-ft. (353 N•m) at 4,800 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed (rpm) | 6,600 rpm (electronically limited) |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R + M)/2 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons) | 18.5 (2-door), 21.5 (4-door) |
| Oil Capacity | 5.0 quarts (4.7 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 10 quarts (10.1 liters) |
| Emission Controls | Dual three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features |
| Max. Gross Trailer Weight | 2,000 lbs. (2-door), 3,500 lbs. (4-door) |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy/combined) | 18/23/20 — automatic; 17/23/19 — manual |
| Assembly Plant | Saltillo South Engine Plant, Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico |
Engine: 2.0-liter turbo I-4+−
| Availability | Available — all models |
| Type and Description | I-4 16-valve with direct injection, turbo charging, with throttled, cooled EGR |
| Displacement (cu. in. / cc) | 121 cu. in. (1995 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.31 x 3.54 (84 x 90) |
| Valve System | Chain-driven DOHC, 16 valves |
| Fuel Injection | Direct Injection |
| Construction | Aluminum block, aluminum alloy heads |
| Compression Ratio | 10:01 |
| Power (SAE net) (hp / kW@rpm) | 270 hp (200 kW) at 5,250 rpm |
| Torque (SAE net) (lb.-ft. / N•m) | 295 lb.-ft. (400 N•m) at 3,000 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed (rpm) | 5,800 rpm (electronically limited) |
| Fuel Requirement | Minimum unleaded regular, 87 octane (R + M)/2, 91 octane or higher recommended for optimum fuel economy and performance |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons) | 18.5 (2-door), 21.5 (4-door) |
| Oil Capacity | 5 quarts (4.7 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 9.9 quarts (9.4 liters) |
| Emission Controls | GPEC4 engine-management system with close-coupled catalyst; and wide range O2 sensor |
| Max. Gross Trailer Weight | 2,000 lbs. (2-door), 3,500 lbs. (4-door) |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy/combined) | TBD — automatic; TBD — automatic |
| Assembly Plant | Termoli, Italy and Trenton South Engine Plant, Trenton, Mich. |
The sheet prints "TBD — automatic" twice for fuel economy; both lines are kept as printed.
Transmission: 850RE automatic, eight-speed overdrive+−
| Availability | Standard — 2.0-liter I-4; Optional — 3.6-liter V-6 |
| Description | Adaptive electronic control or Electronic Range Select (ERS) driver-interactive manual control and electronically modulated torque converter clutch |
| 1st | 4.71 |
| 2nd | 3.13 |
| 3rd | 2.10 |
| 4th | 1.67 |
| 5th | 1.28 |
| 6th | 1.00 |
| 7th | 0.84 |
| 8th | 0.67 |
| Reverse | 3.53 |
Transmission: D478 manual, six-speed with overdrive+−
| Availability | Standard — 3.6-liter V-6 |
| Description | Synchronized in all forward gears and Reverse, multi-rail shift system with top-mounted shift lever |
| 1st | 5.13 |
| 2nd | 2.63 |
| 3rd | 1.53 |
| 4th | 1.00 |
| 5th | 0.81 |
| 6th | 0.72 |
| Reverse | 4.49 |
| Final Drive ratio | 3.45 standard, 3.73 optional (4.10 Rubicon) |
Transfer case: NV241 Command-Trac+−
| Available | Standard — Sport and Sahara |
| Type | Part-time |
| Operating Modes | 2WD High; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low |
| Low Range Ratio | 2.72:1 |
Operating modes are printed with doubled semicolons in the source; shown as a plain list.
Transfer case: NV241OR Rock-Trac+−
| Available | Standard — Rubicon |
| Type | Part-time |
| Operating Modes | 2WD High; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low |
| Low Range Ratio | 4.0:1 |
| Axle Ratio | 3.45 standard; 4.10 standard Rubicon |
Transfer case: MP3022 Selec-Trac+−
| Available | Optional – Sahara |
| Type | Full-time |
| Operating Modes | 2WD High; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low |
| Low Range Ratio | 4.0:1 |
| Axle Ratio | 3.45 standard; 4.10 standard Rubicon with manual (optional for automatic) |
Axles+−
| Front | 3rd Generation Dana axles |
| Front differential type | Open or Tru-Lok electronic locking (on Rubicon models) |
| Front axle ratios | 3.45, 4.10 |
| Rear | 3rd Generation Dana axles |
| Rear differential type | Open (Sport and Sahara) with available Trac-Lok anti-spin, Tru-Lok electronic locking (Rubicon) |
| Rear axle ratios | 3.45, 4.10 |
Electrical system+−
| Alternator (standard) | 160 amp |
| Battery | 600 CCA, maintenance free |
Suspension+−
| Front | Solid axle, link coil, leading arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Front stabilizer bar | Electronic sway-bar disconnect system — standard, Rubicon |
| Front shock type | Sport: Gas charged twin tube shock absorbers with full displacement Multi-Tuned Valve (MTV) technology; Sahara: High pressure gas charged monotube shock absorbers with MTV technology; Rubicon: High pressure gas charged monotube shock absorbers with MTV technology and hydraulic rebound stop |
| Rear | Solid axle, link coil, trailing arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Rear shock type | Sport: Gas charged twin tube shock absorbers with full displacement MTV technology; Sahara: High pressure gas charged monotube shock absorbers with MTV technology; Rubicon: High pressure gas charged monotube shock absorbers with MTV technology and hydraulic rebound stop |
Steering+−
| Type | Electro-hydraulic Power |
| Overall Ratio | 17.4:1 – 2-door, 15.6:1 – 4-door |
| Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb) (ft./m) | 34.5 – 2-door, 39.4 – 4-door |
| Steering Turns (lock-to-lock) | 3.6 – 2-door, 3.2 – 4-door |
| P/S pump | Electro-Hydraulic |
Brakes+−
| Type | Power-assisted, anti-lock braking system |
| Availability | Standard |
| Front rotor size and type | 12.9 x .94 (330 x 24) vented rotor – Sport; 12.9 x 1.1 (330 x 28) vented rotor – Sahara and Rubicon |
| Front caliper size and type | 1.88 (48) twin-piston floating caliper – Sport; 2 (51) twin-piston floating caliper – Sahara and Rubicon |
| Rear rotor size and type | 12.9 x .47 (328 x 12) solid rotor – Sport; 13.4 x .55 (342 x 14) solid rotor – Sahara and Rubicon |
| Rear caliper size and type | 1.77 (45) single-piston floating caliper – Sport; 1.88 (48) single-piston floating caliper – Sahara and Rubicon |
| Four-wheel anti-lock brakes | Standard |
| Electronic stability control | Standard |
| All-speed traction control | Standard |
Dimensions and capacities+−
| Wheelbase | 2-door 96.8 (2,460), 4-door 118.4 (3,008) |
| Overhang — Front | 29.2 (741.6) |
| Overhang — Rear | 40.8 (1,036.3) |
| Track — Front | 62.9 (1,598) |
| Track — Rear | 62.9 (1,598) |
| Overall Length (includes spare tire) | 166.8 (4,237) – 2-door, 188.4 (4,785) – 4-door |
| Overall Width | 73.8 (1,875) |
| Overall Height | 73.6 (1,868.4) |
| Liftover Height | 29.7 (756.4) |
| Cargo Width at Swing-Gate Opening | 41.1 (1,052) |
| Cargo Height at Swing-Gate Opening | 36 (942.3) |
| Load Floor Height | 30 (762.1) |
Clearances+−
| 245/75R17 — Standard on Sport | 255/70R18 — Standard on Sahara | LT28570R17 — Standard on Rubicon | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle (degrees) | 41.4 | 41.8 | 44 (2-door); 43.9 (4-door) |
| Breakover Angle (degrees) | 25 (2-door); 20.3 (4-door) | 21 | 27.8 (2-door); 22.6 (4-door) |
| Departure Angle (degrees) | 35.9 (2-door); 36.1 (4-door) | 36.1 | 37 |
| Ground Clearance (inches) | 9.7 | 10 | 10.8 |
Measurements are the same for 2-door and 4-door models unless a body style is given.
Curb weight+−
| 2.0-liter (2- and 4-door) | 3.6-liter (2- and 4-door) | |
|---|---|---|
| Wrangler Sport, automatic transmission (lbs./kg) | 4,010 (1,819) / 4,320 (1,960) | 3,955 (1,794) / 4,200 (1,905) |
| Wrangler Sport, manual transmission (lbs./kg) | N/A | 3,970 (1,801) / 4,215 (1,912) |
| Wrangler Sahara, automatic transmission (lbs./kg) | 4,380 (1,987) | 4,345 (1,971) |
| Wrangler Sahara, manual transmission (lbs./kg) | N/A | N/A |
| Wrangler Rubicon, automatic transmission (lbs./kg) | 4,175 (1,894) / 4,485 (2,034) | 4,145 (1,880) / 4,455 (2,021) |
| Wrangler Rubicon, manual transmission (lbs./kg) | N/A | N/A |
Weights differ by transmission as called out; where two weights appear in a cell they are as printed on the sheet (2-door / 4-door).
Accommodations+−
| Seating Capacity (front/rear) | 2/2 – 2-door, 2/3 – 4-door |
| SAE Total Interior Passenger Volume, (cu. ft. / cu. m) | 103.7 (2.94) |
| Front headroom | 40.7 (1,036) hardtop / 42.6 (1,083) soft top |
| Front legroom | 41.2 (1,038) |
| Front shoulder room | 55.7 (1,417) |
| Front hip room | 53.9 (1,370) |
| Front seat travel | 8.1 (206) |
| EPA Front Volume Index | 53.8 (1.52) |
| Rear headroom | 40.2 (1,023) hardtop, 41.7 (1,059) soft top |
| Rear legroom | 35.7 (904.2) – 2-door, 38.3 (974) – 4-door |
| Rear knee clearance | 61.6 (1,565.9) |
| Rear shoulder room | 57.7 (1,458) – 2-door, 55.7 (1,417) – 4-door |
| Rear hip room | 45 (1,143) – 2-door, 56.7 (1,440) – 4-door |
| EPA Rear Seat Volume Index (cu. ft. / cu. m) | 49.9 (1.40) |
| Liftover Height | 29.7 (756.4) |
| Maximum Cargo Width at Liftgate Opening | 47.9 (1,218.7) |
| Minimum Cargo Width at Liftgate Opening | 41.1 (1,052) |
| Maximum Cargo Height at Liftgate Opening | 36.0 (942.3) |
| Minimum Cargo Height at Liftgate Opening | 35.7 (907.8) |
| Distance between Wheelhouse Interior Trim | 45.0 (1143) |
| SAE Cargo Volume, rear seat folded | 72.4 cu. ft. (2.05) |
| SAE Cargo Volume, rear seat upright | 31.7 cu. ft. (0.89) |
| Total Passenger plus Cargo Volume, (cu. ft. / cu. m) | 150.4 cu. ft. |
Wheels+−
| Standard (Sport) | Standard (Sport S) | Optional (Sport S) | Standard (Sahara) | Optional (Sahara) | Standard (Rubicon) | Optional (Rubicon) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type and Material | Painted steel, Low Gloss Black painted | Fully painted cast-aluminum with High Gloss Tech Silver | Painted and polished cast-aluminum with Low Gloss Granite Crystal | Painted spokes with polished cast-aluminum | Painted High Gloss Technical Gray with polished cast-aluminum | Painted pocket with Mid-Gloss paint and polished cast-aluminum | Painted pocket with Mid-Gloss paint and polished cast-aluminum |
| Size | 17 x 7.5 in. | 17 x 7.5 in. | 17 x 7.5 in. | 18 x 7.5 in. | 18 x 7.5 in. | 17 x 7.5 in. | 17 x 7.5 in. |
Tires+−
| Standard (Sport) | Standard (Sahara) | Standard (Rubicon) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Size and Type | P245/75R17, on/off-road, black sidewall | P255/70R18, on/off-road, OWL | LT285/70R17C, on/off-road, black sidewall |
| Mfr. and Model | Michelin LTX MS2, Bridgestone Dueler HT 685, Bridgestone Dueler AT RH-S, Goodyear Wrangler Adventure AT | Bridgestone Dueler HT 685, Bridgestone Dueler AT RH-S, Goodyear Wrangler Adventure AT | BF Goodrich KO2 All-Terrain |
| Revs per Mile (km) | 665 (413) – Michelin LTX MS2; 661 (411) – Bridgestone Dueler HT 685 & AT RH-S; 668 (415) – Goodyear Wrangler Adventure AT | 649 (403) | 645 (401) |
Towing capacities: Wrangler Sport (4-door)+−
| Trans type | Transmission | Axle ratio | Payload | Base wt. | Base wt. front | Base wt. rear | GAWR front | GAWR rear | GCWR | Max trailer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas | M6 | D478 6-speed manual | 3.45 | 1000 | 4201 | 2226 | 1974 | 2700 | 3000 | 8117 | 3500 |
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas | A8 | 850RE 8-speed automatic | 3.45 | 1000 | 4215 | 2240 | 1974 | 2700 | 3000 | 8117 | 3500 |
| 2.0-liter I-4 gas | A8 | 850RE 8-speed automatic | 3.45 | 1000 | 4336 | 2298 | 2038 | 2700 | 3000 | 8117 | 3500 |
GCWR = base weight + maximum trailer weight + 150 lbs. for driver.
Towing capacities: Wrangler Sahara (4-door)+−
| Trans type | Transmission | Axle ratio | Payload | Base wt. | Base wt. front | Base wt. rear | GAWR front | GAWR rear | GCWR | Max trailer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas | M6 | D478 6-speed manual | 3.45 | 880 | 4331 | 2289 | 2042 | 2700 | 3000 | 10836 | 3500 |
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas | A8 | 850RE 8-speed automatic | 3.45 | 880 | 4345 | 2303 | 2042 | 2700 | 3000 | 10836 | 3500 |
| 2.0-liter I-4 gas | A8 | 850RE 8-speed automatic | 3.45 | 880 | 4376 | 2319 | 2056 | 2700 | 3000 | 10836 | 3500 |
GCWR = base weight + maximum trailer weight + 150 lbs. for driver.
Towing capacities: Wrangler Rubicon (4-door)+−
| Trans type | Transmission | Axle ratio | Payload | Base wt. | Base wt. front | Base wt. rear | GAWR front | GAWR rear | GCWR | Max trailer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas | M6 | D478 6-speed manual | 4.10 | 892 | 4439 | 2346 | 2093 | 3100 | 3100 | 11063 | 3500 |
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas | A8 | 850RE 8-speed automatic | 4.10 | 892 | 4453 | 2360 | 2093 | 3100 | 3100 | 11063 | 3500 |
| 2.0-liter I-4 gas | A8 | 850RE 8-speed automatic | 4.10 | 892 | 4484 | 2376 | 2107 | 3100 | 3100 | 11063 | 3500 |
GCWR = base weight + maximum trailer weight + 150 lbs. for driver.
Source: 2018 All-new Jeep Wrangler Specs (Stellantis media site).
General information+−
| Vehicle Type | Sport-utility vehicle |
| Assembly Plant | Toledo Supplier Park, Toledo, Ohio |
| EPA Vehicle Class | Multipurpose vehicle |
| Introduction Date | 2007 |
Body/chassis+−
| Layout | Longitudinal front engine, four-wheel drive |
| Construction | Ladder-type frame, open steel body |
Engine: 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6+−
| Availability | Standard — all models |
| Type and Description | 60-degree, V-type, liquid-cooled |
| Displacement (cu. in. / cc) | 220 cu. in. (3604 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.78 x 3.27 (96 x 83) |
| Valve System | Chain-driven DOHC, 24 valves and hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Aluminum deep-skirt block, aluminum alloy heads |
| Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 |
| Power (SAE net) (hp / kW@rpm) | 285 hp (209 kW) at 6,400 rpm |
| Torque (SAE net) (lb.-ft. / N•m) | 260 lb.-ft. (353 N•m) at 4,800 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed (rpm) | 6,600 rpm (electronically limited) |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R + M)/2 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons) | 22.5 |
| Oil Capacity | 6.0 quarts (5.7 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 14 quarts (13.25 liters) |
| Emission Controls | Dual three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy/combined) | 17/21/18 — automatic (2-door); 17/21/18 — manual (2-door); 16/21/18 — automatic (4-door); 16/20/18 — manual (4-door) |
| Engine Assembly Plant | Trenton South Engine Plant, Trenton, Mich. |
Transmission: W5A580 automatic, five-speed overdrive+−
| Availability | Optional — all models |
| Description | Adaptive electronic control or Electronic Range Select (ERS) driver-interactive manual control and electronically modulated torque converter clutch |
| 1st | 3.59 |
| 2nd | 2.19 |
| 3rd | 1.41 |
| 4th | 1 |
| 5th | 0.83 |
| Reverse | 3.16 |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.06:1 |
| Overall Top Gear | 2.54 |
Transmission: NSG 370 manual, six-speed with overdrive+−
| Availability | Standard — all models |
| Description | Synchronized in all forward gears and Reverse, multi-rail shift system with top-mounted shift lever |
| Clutch | Hydraulic actuation |
| 1st | 4.46 |
| 2nd | 2.61 |
| 3rd | 1.72 |
| 4th | 1.25 |
| 5th | 1 |
| 6th | 0.797 |
| Reverse | 4.06 |
| Final Drive ratio | 3.21 standard, 3.73 optional (4.10 Rubicon) |
| Overall Top Gear | 2.53 standard, 2.95 optional (3.24 Rubicon) |
Transfer case: NV241 Command-Trac+−
| Available | Standard — Sport and Sahara |
| Type | Part-time |
| Operating Modes | 2WD High; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low |
| Center Differential Type | None |
| Low Range Ratio | 2.72:1 |
Transfer case: NV241OR Rock-Trac+−
| Available | Standard — Rubicon |
| Type | Part-time |
| Operating Modes | 2WD High; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low |
| Center Differential Type | None |
| Low Range Ratio | 4.0:1 |
| Axle Ratio | 3.21 standard, 3.73 optional (3.73 standard Rubicon with automatic); 4.10 standard Rubicon with manual (optional for automatic) |
| Overall Top-gear | 2.53 standard, 2.95 optional (2.95 standard Rubicon with automatic); 3.24 standard Rubicon with manual (optional for automatic) |
The axle ratio and overall top-gear rows follow the Rock-Trac table on the sheet and apply to the models as worded.
Axles+−
| Front | Dana 30, Dana 44 on Rubicon models |
| Front differential type | Open (Dana 30) or Tru-Lok electronic locking (Dana 44) |
| Front axle ratios | 3.21, 3.73, 4.10 |
| Rear | Dana 44 |
| Rear differential type | Open (Sport and Sahara) with available Trac-Lok anti-spin, Tru-Lok electronic locking (Rubicon) |
| Rear axle ratios | 3.21, 3.73, 4.10 |
Electrical system+−
| Alternator | 160 amp |
| Battery | 600 CCA, maintenance free |
Suspension+−
| Front | Live axle, link coil, leading arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Front stabilizer bar | Electronic Sway-Bar Disconnect System — standard, Rubicon |
| Front shock type | Low-pressure (on 16-in. wheel packages) gas-charged shock absorbers — standard; Monotube high-pressure (on 17- and 18-in. wheel packages) gas-charged shock absorbers — standard |
| Rear | Live axle, link coil, trailing arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Rear shock type | Low-pressure (on 16-in. wheel packages) gas-charged shock absorbers — standard; Monotube high-pressure (on 17- and 18-in. wheel packages) gas-charged shock absorbers — standard |
Steering+−
| Type | Power, recirculating ball with damper |
| Overall Ratio | 16.7:1 overall |
| Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb) (ft./m) | 40.8 (12.43) |
| Steering Turns (lock-to-lock) | 3.5 |
| P/S pump | Hydraulic |
Brakes+−
| Type | Power-assisted, anti-lock braking system |
| Availability | Standard |
| Front rotor size and type | 11.9 x 1.1 (302 x 28) vented rotor |
| Front caliper size and type | 10 (254) single-diaphragm vacuum |
| Rear rotor size and type | 11.9 x 1.1 (302 x 28) vented rotor |
| Rear caliper size and type | 2.6 (66) single-piston floating caliper |
| Parking Brake Type | Drum-in-hat |
| Four-wheel Anti-lock Brakes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| All-speed Traction Control | Standard |
Dimensions and capacities+−
| Wheelbase | 95.4 (2,423.1) – 2-door 116 (2,947.2) – 4-door |
| Overhang — Front | 26.7 (679.2) |
| Overhang — Rear | 30.6 (777.9) |
| Track — Front | 61.9 (1,572.3) |
| Track — Rear | 61.9 (1,572.3) |
| Overall Length (includes spare tire) | 164.3 (4,173.2) – 2-door 184.9 (4,696.5) – 4-door |
| Overall Width | 73.7 (1,872.9) |
| Overall Height | 72.6 (1,844.0) |
| Liftover Height | 27.8 (706.1) |
| Cargo Width at Swing-Gate Opening | 58.7 (1,491.0) |
| Cargo Height at Swing-Gate Opening | 37.1 (942.3) |
| Load Floor Height | 27.8 (706.1) |
Clearances+−
| P225/75R16 — Standard on Sport | P255/75R17 — Optional on Sport | P255/70R18 — Standard on Sahara | LT255/75R17 — Standard on Rubicon, Optional on Sport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle (degrees) | 38.5 | 41.3 | 41.7 | 42.2 |
| Breakover Angle (degrees) | 17.8 | 20.4 | 20.7 | 21.2 |
| Departure Angle (degrees) | 29.2 | 31.8 | 32.1 | 32.5 |
| Ground Clearance (inches) | 8.2 | 9.5 | 9.7 | 10 |
Curb weight+−
| Wrangler Sport, manual transmission (lbs./kg) | 4,075 (1,848) |
| Wrangler Sport, automatic transmission (lbs./kg) | 4,100 (1,860) |
| Wrangler Sahara, manual transmission (lbs./kg) | 4,269 (1,936) |
| Wrangler Sahara, automatic transmission (lbs./kg) | 4,294 (1,948) |
| Wrangler Rubicon, manual transmission (lbs./kg) | 4,315 (1,957) |
| Wrangler Rubicon, automatic transmission (lbs./kg) | 4,340 (1,969) |
Accommodations+−
| Seating Capacity (front/rear) | 2/2 – 2-door, 2/3 – 4-door |
| SAE Total Interior Passenger Volume, (cu. ft. / cu. m) | 104 (2.94) |
| Front headroom | 41.3 (1,048.4) |
| Front legroom | 41.0 (1,041.4) |
| Front shoulder room | 55.8 (1,416.7) |
| Front hip room | 55.6 (1,412.8) |
| Front seat travel | 9.4 (239.5) |
| EPA Front Volume Index | 54.6 (1.55) |
| Rear headroom | 40.4 (1,025.4) |
| Rear legroom | 35.6 (904.2) – 2-door, 37.2 (1,041.4) – 4-door |
| Rear knee clearance | 61.6 (1,565.9) |
| Rear shoulder room | 56.8 (1,443.1) |
| Rear hip room | 44.7 (1,135.3) – 2-door, 56.7 (1,440) – 4-door |
| EPA Rear Seat Volume Index (cu. ft. / cu. m) | 49.4 (1.40) |
| Liftover Height | 31.4 (798.3) |
| Maximum Cargo Width at Liftgate Opening | 58.7 (1,491.0) |
| Minimum Cargo Width at Liftgate Opening | 41.2 (1,046.5) |
| Maximum Cargo Height at Liftgate Opening | 37.1 (942.3) |
| Minimum Cargo Height at Liftgate Opening | 37.0 (939.8) |
| Distance between Wheelhouse Interior Trim | 44.7 (1,135.4) |
| SAE Cargo Volume, rear seat folded | 70.6 cu. ft. (2.00) |
| SAE Cargo Volume, rear seat upright | 31.5 cu. ft. (0.89) |
| Total Passenger plus Cargo Volume, (cu. ft. / cu. m) | 150.4 cu. ft. |
Wheels+−
| Standard (4-door) | Standard (4-door) | Standard (4-door) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type and Material | Painted steel, available Low Gloss Black painted | Painted and polished cast-aluminum | Painted and polished cast-aluminum |
| Size | 16 x 7.0 in. | 18 x 7.5 in. | 17 x 7.5 in. |
The sheet labels all three wheel entries "Standard (4-door)" without naming trims.
Tires+−
| Standard | Available | Standard | Available | Standard | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size and Type | P225/75R16, on/off-road, black sidewall | P245/75R16, on/off-road, OWL | P255/70R18, on/off-road, OWL | P255/75R17 | LT255/75R17, on/off-road, black sidewall |
| Mfr. and Model | Goodyear Wrangler ST | Bridgestone Dueler A/T Revo2 | Bridgestone Dueler 693 | Goodyear Wrangler SR-A | BF Goodrich Mud Terrain |
| Revs per Mile (km) | 712 (441) | 684 (424) | 653 (404) | 649 (401) | 650 (403) |
Towing capacities: Wrangler Sport 4WD (4-door)+−
| Trans type | Transmission | Axle ratio | Payload | Base wt. | Base wt. front | Base wt. rear | GAWR front | GAWR rear | GCWR | Max trailer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT) | M6 | NSG370 6-speed Manual (DEH) | 3.21 | 1000 | 4277 | 2238 | 2039 | 2775 | 3200 | 6427 | 2000 |
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT) | M6 | NSG370 6-speed Manual (DEH) | 3.73 | 1000 | 4277 | 2238 | 2039 | 2775 | 3200 | 7927 | 3500 |
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT) | A5 | WA580 5-speed Automatic (DGL) | 3.21 | 1000 | 4921 | 2237 | 2054 | 2775 | 3200 | 6441 | 2000 |
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT) | A5 | WA580 5-speed Automatic (DGL) | 3.73 | 1000 | 4291 | 2237 | 2054 | 2775 | 3200 | 7941 | 3500 |
GCWR = base weight + maximum trailer weight + 150 lbs. for driver.
Towing capacities: Wrangler Sahara 4WD (4-door)+−
| Trans type | Transmission | Axle ratio | Payload | Base wt. | Base wt. front | Base wt. rear | GAWR front | GAWR rear | GCWR | Max trailer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT) | M6 | NSG370 6-speed Manual (DEH) | 3.21 | 880 | 4397 | 2273 | 2124 | 2775 | 3200 | 6547 | 2000 |
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT) | M6 | NSG370 6-speed Manual (DEH) | 3.73 | 880 | 4397 | 2273 | 2124 | 2775 | 3200 | 8047 | 3500 |
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT) | A5 | WA580 5-speed Automatic (DGL) | 3.21 | 880 | 4411 | 2272 | 2139 | 2775 | 3200 | 6561 | 2000 |
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT) | A5 | WA580 5-speed Automatic (DGL) | 3.73 | 880 | 4411 | 2272 | 2139 | 2775 | 3200 | 8061 | 3500 |
GCWR = base weight + maximum trailer weight + 150 lbs. for driver.
Towing capacities: Wrangler Rubicon 4WD (4-door)+−
| Trans type | Transmission | Axle ratio | Payload | Base wt. | Base wt. front | Base wt. rear | GAWR front | GAWR rear | GCWR | Max trailer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT) | M6 | NSG370 6-speed Manual (DEH) | 4.10 | 892 | 4521 | 2352 | 2170 | 2775 | 3200 | 8171 | 3500 |
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT) | A5 | WA580 5-speed Automatic (DGV) | 3.73 | 892 | 4535 | 2350 | 2185 | 2775 | 3200 | 8185 | 3500 |
| 3.6-liter V-6 gas (EGT) | A5 | WA580 5-speed Automatic (DGV) | 4.10 | 892 | 4535 | 2350 | 2185 | 2775 | 3200 | 8185 | 3500 |
GCWR = base weight + maximum trailer weight + 150 lbs. for driver.
Source: 2018 Jeep Wrangler Specifications (Stellantis media site).
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2018 feature availability guide.
Showing 69 of 107 features. ✓ Standard OptionalPkg Part of a package— Not available
| Feature | Sport2-Door | Sport S2-Door | Sahara2-Door | Rubicon2-Door | Sport4-Door | Sport S4-Door | Sahara4-Door | Rubicon4-Door |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Features | ||||||||
| Axle Ratios3.21:1 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| 3.73:1 (included with automatic transmission on Rubicon) | Pkg | Pkg | ||||||
| 4.10:1 with standard manual transmission on Rubicon; available with manual transmission on Sport and Sahara | ✓ | ✓ | ||||||
| AxlesDana 30 solid front | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Dana 44 heavy-duty solid front | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ |
| DifferentialsTrac-Lok limited-slip rear | — | — | — | |||||
| Tru-Lok front and rear, electronic remote locking | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Sway Bar Disconnect — electronically controlled, front | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ |
| TowingTrailer Tow Group — includes Class II hitch receiver, four-pin adapter | — | |||||||
| Max Tow Package — includes Class II hitch receiver, four-pin adapter and 3.73 axle ratio (or 4.10 for Rubicon, if so equipped) | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Transfer case/4WD systemCommand-Trac, part-time, shift-on-the-fly transfer case | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Rock-Trac, part-time, shift-on-the-fly transfer case; 4:1 low-gear ratio | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Exterior Features | ||||||||
| Accents — body-color front/rear bumper inserts | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| DoorsHalf doors, removable, half-framed metal with plastic windows with manual door locks/windows (requires soft top; not available with power windows/doors) | — | — | — | |||||
| Fender FlaresAccent color, Black | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| Body-color (must have body-color three-piece hardtop) | — | — | ✓ | — | — | ✓ | ||
| Glass and QuartersDeep-tinted sunscreen rear | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Tinted rear quarters and liftgate (packaged with Black three-piece hardtop on Sport and Rubicon; packaged with body-color hardtop on Rubicon) | Pkg | Pkg | — | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | — | Pkg |
| GrilleFine Silver grille inserts | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| LightingHalogen headlamps | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| LED reflector headlamps (packaged with LED Lighting Group) | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fog lamps | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — |
| LED fog lamps (packaged with LED Lighting Group) | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | Pkg |
| Automatic headlamps | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| MirrorsManual fold-away (packaged with half-metal doors) | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | Pkg |
| Power heated (packaged with Power Convenience Group; requires full metal doors) | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ |
| Side steps — tubular, diamond plate surface pattern | — | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ||
| Rock rails — Black, painted steel, heavy-duty, protective | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ |
| TiresP225/75R16 Goodyear Wrangler ST, BSW, On-/Off-road | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — |
| P255/75R17 Goodyear Wrangler SR-A, OWL, On-/Off-road | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — |
| P255/70R18 Bridgestone Dueler A/T, OWL, On-/Off-road | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| LT255/75R17 BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain, BSW, Off-road | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ |
| TopsBody-color three-piece hardtop | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Wheels16-in. slot/spoke, steel, painted Argent | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — |
| 16-in. slot/spoke, steel, painted Black | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| 17-in. Moab, cast aluminum, painted Sparkle Silver | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — |
| 18-in. polished Sparkle Silver with Granite Crystal painted pockets | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| 17-in. polished Mineral Gray with 32-in. BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain tires | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ |
| 18-in. seven-spoke, polished aluminum | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Interior Features | ||||||||
| Air ConditioningManual temperature controls | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Automatic temperature controls | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Floor MatsFront | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Front and rear | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mopar slush mats (packaged with Cold Weather Group) | O/P | O/P | O/P | O/P | O/P | O/P | ||
| LightingRear cargo dome with on/off switch | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| MirrorRearview day/night mirror (packaged with half-metal doors) | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | Pkg |
| Auto-dimming with reading lights (packaged with Power Convenience Group) | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | Pkg |
| Remote keyless entry (packaged with Power Convenience Group) | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ |
| Remote start system — integrated key fob controls (packaged with Cold Weather Group; requires Power Convenience Group and automatic transmission) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | ||||
| SeatingLeather-trimmed, monotone | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Heated front seats (included with leather trim; packaged with Cold Weather Group on Sport and Rubicon; packaged with Mopar Premium Sound Group on all trims) | Pkg | Pkg | O/P | O/P | Pkg | Pkg | O/P | O/P |
| Fold-and-tumble rear bench seat, removable | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — |
| Split-folding (60/40) with self-articulating outboard head restraints | — | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering WheelUrethane/Vinyl | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Leather-wrapped with speed control (packaged with Connectivity Group) | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Uconnect/Multimedia | ||||||||
| Power outlet115-volt to power household items, laptops, etc. (packaged with Mopar Premium Sound Group) | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ | Pkg | Pkg | ✓ | ✓ |
| Radio 430 — AM/FM/CD/DVD/MP3/HDD with 6.5-in. touchscreen | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Radio 430 NAV — AM/FM radio, CD/DVD/MP3, audio input jack, 40GB HDD (28GB available), USB port, 6.5-in. touchscreen, steering-wheel music controls, Garmin navigation, SiriusXM Radio and SiriusXM Travel Link with a one-year trial subscription included (Bluetooth streaming audio and additional USB ports are available) | — | — | — | — | ||||
| SiriusXM Radio — includes a one-year trial subscription | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Safety & Security | ||||||||
| Air BagsSupplemental front-seat-mounted side | — | — | ||||||
| Packages/Equipment Groups | ||||||||
| Cold Weather Groupengine block heater, remote start system, Mopar slush mats and heated front seats; also includes Power Convenience Group on two-door Sport S and Rubicon; includes heavy-duty suspension and LT265/70R17C Goodyear Eagle KO2 Tires on Sport S | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Dual Top Groupthree-piece hardtop (Black or body-color) and soft top | — | — | ||||||
| LED Lighting GroupLED fog lamps and LED reflector headlamps | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Max Tow PackageClass II hitch receiver, four-pin adapter and 3.73 axle ratio (or 4.10 for Rubicon, if so equipped) | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Mopar Black Appearance GroupBlack tubular side steps, Black fuel filler door and Black tail lamp guards (authentic Jeep Brand accessories by Mopar) | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Mopar Chrome Edition GroupChrome tubular side steps, Chrome exhaust tip, Chrome fuel filler door and Chrome tail lamp guards (all are authentic Jeep accessories by Mopar) | — | — | ||||||
| Mopar Premium Sound and Leather Group115-volt auxiliary power outlet, heated leather front seats, Alpine nine-speaker audio system | — | — | ||||||
| Power Convenience Grouppower door locks, power heated mirrors, power windows with front one-touch down operation, remote keyless entry, auto-dimming mirror with reading lamp and security alarm (requires full-framed doors; packaged with Cold Weather Group on two-door Sport S and Rubicon) | — | O/P | ✓ | O/P | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Trailer-tow GroupClass II hitch receiver, four-pin adapter | — | |||||||
- Source guide covers the 2018 Wrangler JK (the model sold alongside the all-new JL); columns are split into two-door and four-door.
- A dash in the guide is shown as NA. The guide's key also lists F for fleet-only option, but no fleet codes appear in the chart.
What each trim adds
Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.
Sport S (2-Door) over Sport (2-Door) · Wrangler JK+4 standard +
- ✓P255/75R17 Goodyear Wrangler SR-A, OWL, On-/Off-road
- ✓17-in. Moab, cast aluminum, painted Sparkle Silver
- ✓Air Conditioning: Manual temperature controls
- ✓Leather-wrapped with speed control (packaged with Connectivity Group)
Sahara (2-Door) over Sport S (2-Door) · Wrangler JK+15 standard +
- ✓Accents — body-color front/rear bumper inserts
- ✓Body-color (must have body-color three-piece hardtop)
- ✓Glass and Quarters: Deep-tinted sunscreen rear
- ✓Fine Silver grille inserts
- ✓LED reflector headlamps (packaged with LED Lighting Group)
- ✓LED fog lamps (packaged with LED Lighting Group)
- ✓Lighting: Automatic headlamps
- ✓Power heated (packaged with Power Convenience Group; requires full metal doors)
- ✓Side steps — tubular, diamond plate surface pattern
- ✓P255/70R18 Bridgestone Dueler A/T, OWL, On-/Off-road
- ✓18-in. polished Sparkle Silver with Granite Crystal painted pockets
- ✓Auto-dimming with reading lights (packaged with Power Convenience Group)
- ✓Remote keyless entry (packaged with Power Convenience Group)
- ✓115-volt to power household items, laptops, etc. (packaged with Mopar Premium Sound Group)
- ✓SiriusXM Radio — includes a one-year trial subscription
Rubicon (2-Door) over Sahara (2-Door) · Wrangler JK+8 standard +
- ✓Tru-Lok front and rear, electronic remote locking
- ✓Sway Bar Disconnect — electronically controlled, front
- ✓Fender Flares: Accent color, Black
- ✓Manual fold-away (packaged with half-metal doors)
- ✓Rock rails — Black, painted steel, heavy-duty, protective
- ✓LT255/75R17 BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain, BSW, Off-road
- ✓17-in. polished Mineral Gray with 32-in. BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain tires
- ✓Rearview day/night mirror (packaged with half-metal doors)
Sport S (4-Door) over Sport (4-Door) · Wrangler JK+4 standard +
- ✓Glass and Quarters: Deep-tinted sunscreen rear
- ✓P255/75R17 Goodyear Wrangler SR-A, OWL, On-/Off-road
- ✓17-in. Moab, cast aluminum, painted Sparkle Silver
- ✓Leather-wrapped with speed control (packaged with Connectivity Group)
Sahara (4-Door) over Sport S (4-Door) · Wrangler JK+14 standard +
- ✓Accents — body-color front/rear bumper inserts
- ✓Body-color (must have body-color three-piece hardtop)
- ✓Fine Silver grille inserts
- ✓LED reflector headlamps (packaged with LED Lighting Group)
- ✓LED fog lamps (packaged with LED Lighting Group)
- ✓Lighting: Automatic headlamps
- ✓Power heated (packaged with Power Convenience Group; requires full metal doors)
- ✓Side steps — tubular, diamond plate surface pattern
- ✓P255/70R18 Bridgestone Dueler A/T, OWL, On-/Off-road
- ✓18-in. polished Sparkle Silver with Granite Crystal painted pockets
- ✓Auto-dimming with reading lights (packaged with Power Convenience Group)
- ✓Remote keyless entry (packaged with Power Convenience Group)
- ✓115-volt to power household items, laptops, etc. (packaged with Mopar Premium Sound Group)
- ✓SiriusXM Radio — includes a one-year trial subscription
Rubicon (4-Door) over Sahara (4-Door) · Wrangler JK+6 standard +
- ✓Tru-Lok front and rear, electronic remote locking
- ✓Sway Bar Disconnect — electronically controlled, front
- ✓Fender Flares: Accent color, Black
- ✓Rock rails — Black, painted steel, heavy-duty, protective
- ✓LT255/75R17 BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain, BSW, Off-road
- ✓17-in. polished Mineral Gray with 32-in. BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain tires
Sport S (2-Door) over Sport (2-Door) · Wrangler JL+8 standard +
- ✓Deep-tinted sunscreen rear and quarter windows
- ✓Power windows (front and rear), driver and pass one-touch down
- ✓Power door locks (speed sensitive locking) — door mounted switches
- ✓Full metal doors with power windows
- ✓Power-heated mirrors
- ✓17-in. aluminum fully painted High Gloss Tech Silver wheels
- ✓Air conditioning — manual, single zone
- ✓Remote Keyless Entry with mechanical flip key
Rubicon (2-Door) over Sport S (2-Door) · Wrangler JL+17 standard +
- ✓Tru-Lok front and rear, electronic remote locking
- ✓Sway bar disconnect — electronically controlled, front
- ✓Fender Flares: Two piece — Rubicon
- ✓Body color grille — Rubicon accent throats and headlamp rings
- ✓Lighting: Automatic headlamps
- ✓Rock rails — Black, painted steel, heavy-duty, protective
- ✓17-in. All Terrain Tires, 255/75 R17 BFGoodrich KO2, BSW, Off-Road
- ✓17-in. aluminum Rubicon polish/painted Low Gloss Black wheels
- ✓Air conditioning with automatic temperature control — dual zone
- ✓LED ambient footwell lamp — mood/accent light
- ✓Lighting: LED center console ambient lamp
- ✓Universal garage door opener
- ✓Auxiliary power, 115-volt outlet in center console
- ✓Radio with Uconnect 3 with 5-in. display
- ✓Radio with Uconnect 4C NAV with 8.4-in. display
- ✓USBs — one charge only and one fully functional in the back of the center console
- ✓Vehicle theft alarm — protects doors and liftgate
Sport S (4-Door) over Sport (4-Door) · Wrangler JL+7 standard +
- ✓Deep-tinted sunscreen rear and quarter windows
- ✓Power windows (front and rear), driver and pass one-touch down
- ✓Power door locks (speed sensitive locking) — door mounted switches
- ✓Full metal doors with power windows
- ✓Power-heated mirrors
- ✓17-in. aluminum fully painted High Gloss Tech Silver wheels
- ✓Remote Keyless Entry with mechanical flip key
Sahara (4-Door) over Sport S (4-Door) · Wrangler JL+14 standard +
- ✓Fender Flares: Two piece — body color insert
- ✓Body color grille — Sahara accent throats and headlamp rings
- ✓Lighting: Automatic headlamps
- ✓Side steps — tubular, diamond plate surface pattern
- ✓18-in. All Terrain Tires, 255/70R18 Bridgestone Dueler A/T or Goodyear Wrangler Adventurer
- ✓18-in. aluminum Sahara polish/painted High Gloss Tech Silver wheels
- ✓Air conditioning with automatic temperature control — dual zone
- ✓LED ambient footwell lamp — mood/accent light
- ✓Lighting: LED center console ambient lamp
- ✓Universal garage door opener
- ✓Auxiliary power, 115-volt outlet in center console
- ✓Radio with Uconnect 3 with 5-in. display
- ✓Radio with Uconnect 4C NAV with 8.4-in. display
- ✓USBs — one charge only and one fully functional in the back of the center console
Rubicon (4-Door) over Sahara (4-Door) · Wrangler JL+7 standard +
- ✓Tru-Lok front and rear, electronic remote locking
- ✓Sway bar disconnect — electronically controlled, front
- ✓Fender Flares: Two piece — Rubicon
- ✓Body color grille — Rubicon accent throats and headlamp rings
- ✓Rock rails — Black, painted steel, heavy-duty, protective
- ✓17-in. All Terrain Tires, 255/75 R17 BFGoodrich KO2, BSW, Off-Road
- ✓17-in. aluminum Rubicon polish/painted Low Gloss Black wheels
Standard on every Wrangler JK trim (25)
- Pentastar 3.6-liter V-6 SMPI with 6-speed manual
- Axles: Dana 44 heavy-duty solid rear
- Trailer-sway control
- Full metal with roll-up glass windows, removable
- Tinted front doors (must have full metal doors) and windshield
- Grille: Body-color
- Skid plates — for fuel tank and transfer case
- Sunrider folding soft top with sunroof feature
- Tow hooks — two front, one rear
- Console — full-floor with front and rear cup holders, locking storage and armrest
- Reversible cargo mat with Jeep brand logo (not available with nine-speaker Alpine audio system)
- Lighting: Front dome light with on/off switch
- Seating: Monotone cloth seats
- Steering wheel
- Wash-out interior with removable carpet and drain plugs
- Audio system: Eight speakers
- Power outlet: 12-volt
- Radio 130 — AM/FM/CD radio with MP3/WMA support and audio input jack
- Remote USB Port — located in center console (packaged with Radio 130)
- Advanced multistage driver and front-passenger
- Antilock brake system with Hydraulic Assist Braking
- Electronic Roll Mitigation
- Electronic stability control — includes hydraulic assist brake booster and traction control
- Hill-start Assist
- Sentry Key antitheft engine immobilizer
Source: 2018 Jeep Wrangler Feature Availability, 2018 All-new Jeep Wrangler Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.
2018 Jeep Wrangler maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage. Engines: see schedule title.
| Service | 20k | 30k | 40k | 50k | 60k | 70k | 80k | 90k | 100k | 110k | 120k | 130k | 140k | 150k |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV/Universal joints. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the front and rear axle fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect transfer case fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air cleaner filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugs | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. | ||||||||||||||
| Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. | ||||||||||||||
| Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. | ||||||||||||||
| Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). | ||||||||||||||
| Change transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. | ||||||||||||||
| Change front and rear axle fluid if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing. | ||||||||||||||
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System
- Change oil and filter
- Rotate the tires Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
- Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
- Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick
- Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
- Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
- Inspect exhaust system
- Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
- Inspect all door latches for presence of grease, reapply if necessary.
2018 Jeep Wrangler fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | US | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank (approximate) | Two-door models | 18.6 gal | 70 L |
| Four-door models | 22.5 gal | 85 L | |
| Engine oil with filter | 3.6L engine | 6 qt | 5.6 L |
| Cooling system | 3.6L engine | 10.5 qt | 9.9 L |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | OAT (organic additive technology) coolant | MS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula (OAT) |
| Engine oil | API-certified SAE 5W-20 | MS-6395 | — |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar oil filter or equivalent | — | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
| Spark plugs | Mopar spark plugs | — | Mopar Spark Plugs |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission (If equipped) | ATF+4 | — | Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid |
| Manual transmission (If equipped) | Manual transmission lubricant | MS-9224 | Mopar Manual Transmission Lubricant |
| Transfer case | ATF+4 | — | Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid |
| Axle differential (Front) | SAE 80W-90, API GL-5 | — | Mopar Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 80W-90) |
| Axle differential (Rear, 226 RBI (Model 44)) | SAE 80W-90, API GL-5; for trailer towing use SAE 75W-140 synthetic; Trac-Lok models require an additive | — | Mopar Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 80W-90); Mopar Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 75W-140) |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 3, SAE J1703 (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 unavailable) | SAE J1703 | Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid |
| Power steering reservoir | Power steering fluid +4 / ATF+4 | — | Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4; Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 15% (E15) |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque | Thread | Socket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lug nuts/bolts | 100 ft-lb (135 N·m) | 1/2" x 20 | 19 mm |
- Cooling system capacity includes the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
- Oil filler cap shows the correct SAE grade.
- Check lug nut torque after 25 miles (40 km).
Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | US | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank (approximate) | Two-door models | 18.5/17.5 gal | 70/66 L |
| Four-door models | 21.5 gal | 81 L | |
| Engine oil with filter | 2.0L engine | 5 qt | 4.73 L |
| 3.6L engine | 5 qt | 4.73 L | |
| Cooling system | 2.0L engine | 10.3 qt | 9.7 L |
| 2.0L engine intercooler without Motor Generator Unit (MGU) | 3.2 qt | 3.0 L | |
| 2.0L engine intercooler with Motor Generator Unit (MGU) | 3.5 qt | 3.3 L | |
| 2.0L battery coolant | 2.5 qt | 2.4 L | |
| 3.6L engine | 11.2 qt | 10.6 L | |
| 3.6L Motor Generator Unit (MGU) | 1.9 qt | 1.8 L | |
| 3.6L battery coolant | 2.5 qt | 2.4 L |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | OAT (organic additive technology) coolant | MS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula (OAT) |
| Intercooler/Motor Generator Unit (If equipped) | OAT (organic additive technology) coolant | MS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula (OAT) |
| Battery coolant (If equipped) | OAT (organic additive technology) coolant | MS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula (OAT) |
| Engine oil (2.0L engine) | SAE 5W-30 full synthetic, API SN PLUS certified | MS-13340 | Mopar API SN PLUS SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Engine Oil |
| Engine oil (3.6L engine) | API-certified SAE 0W-20 | MS-6395 | — |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar oil filter or equivalent | — | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
| Spark plugs | Mopar spark plugs | — | Mopar Spark Plugs |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Standard | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission (If equipped) | ZF 8&9 speed ATF or equivalent | — | Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid |
| Manual transmission (If equipped) | ATF+4 | — | Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid |
| Transfer case | ATF+4 | — | Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid |
| Axle differential (Front) | SAE 75W85, API GL-5 | — | Mopar Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 75W85) |
| Axle differential (Rear) | SAE 75W85, API GL-5; Trac-Lok limited-slip models require a friction modifier additive | — | Mopar Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 75W85) |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 3, SAE J1703 (DOT 4 acceptable if DOT 3 unavailable) | SAE J1703 | Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid |
| Power steering reservoir | Electric steering pump fluid | — | Mopar Electric Steering Pump Fluid |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded (91 for best performance) | Up to 15% (E15) |
| 3.6L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 15% (E15) |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque | Thread | Socket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lug nuts/bolts | 130 ft-lb (176 N·m) | M14 x 1.50 | 22 mm |
| Spare tire carrier | 59 ft-lb (80 N·m) | M14 x 1.50 | 22 mm |
- Cooling system capacities include the coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX.
- Oil filler cap shows the correct SAE grade.
- Check lug nut torque after 25 miles (40 km).
Source: Owner's manual (PDF). Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2018 Jeep Wrangler owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2018 model year.
Owner's manuals
Quick guides
- Quick Reference GuideWrangler JKQuick reference guide (PDF)
- Quick Reference GuideWrangler JLQuick reference guide (PDF)
- Uconnect 4C/4C NAV with 8.4" Display Tips Card"Wrangler JLTips card (PDF)
- Uconnect 3 with 5" Display Tips Card"Wrangler JLTips card (PDF)
- Uconnect 4 with 7" Display Tips Card"Wrangler JLTips card (PDF)
Uconnect & radio
Supplements
On Mopar.com
- Owner's manual on Mopar.com(Wrangler JK)
- Maintenance schedule on Mopar.com(Wrangler JK)
- Warranty information on Mopar.com(Wrangler JK)
- How-to videos on Mopar.com(Wrangler JK)
- Owner's manual on Mopar.com(Wrangler JL)
- Maintenance schedule on Mopar.com(Wrangler JL)
- Warranty information on Mopar.com(Wrangler JL)
- How-to videos on Mopar.com(Wrangler JL)
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
2018 Jeep Wrangler questions
How much oil does the 2018 Jeep Wrangler take?
With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 6 qt / 5.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2018 Jeep Wrangler use?
Engine oil: API-certified SAE 5W-20 (MS-6395) and Engine oil filter: Mopar oil filter or equivalent.
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2018 Jeep Wrangler?
At 20,000 miles: inspect the cv/universal joints; inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the front and rear axle fluid; inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four wheel disc brakes; replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2018 Jeep Wrangler owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.