1996-2007 Wrangler OverviewJeep Wrangler Overview (1996 - 2007)
TJ
Tech Specs Summary
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- 88 - 108 mph
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- 9.4 - 15.0 seconds
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- 116 - 175 hp
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- 16.5 - 22.6 mpg
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- 3,318 - 4,034 lbs
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- 11.3 - 36.9 ft3
This generation of the Jeep Wrangler (TJ) was produced by the American manufacturer Jeep between 1996 - 2007. It's a front engined four-wheel drive SUV. There are four power levels available from either a 2.5 L Inline 4 gasoline engine or 4 L Inline 6 gasoline engine. It has solid axle front suspension and live axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Wrangler is the Jeep Wrangler 4.0 which scores 1.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 175 hp and a power/weight ratio of 19.78 lb/hp it has a top speed of 108 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.4 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Jeep Wrangler 2.4 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 430 miles and can store 11.3-36.9 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 4,244 lbs.