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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4WD

2012–2020 · 23 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
19
Best
25
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The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 23 different configurations spanning model years 2012 through 2020. Over this period, the Wrangler Unlimited 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 25 MPG, with an overall average of 19 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2020
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spd • Regular
$3,000192220MPG
2020
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spd • Regular
$3,000182220MPG
2020
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spd • Regular
$2,850212221MPG
2020
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spd • Regular
$2,850212221MPG
2020
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$3,150172319MPG
2020
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spd • Diesel
$3,250222925MPG
2019
2L 4-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spd • Regular
$2,700222422MPG
2019
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spd • Regular
$3,000182320MPG
2019
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$3,150172319MPG
2018
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spd • Regular
$3,300162018MPG
2018
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$3,300162118MPG
2017
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spd • Regular
$3,300162018MPG
2017
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$3,300162118MPG
2016
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spd • Regular
$3,300162018MPG
2016
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$3,300162118MPG
2015
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spd • Regular
$3,300162018MPG
2015
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$3,300162118MPG
2014
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spd • Regular
$3,300162018MPG
2014
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$3,300162118MPG
2013
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spd • Regular
$3,300162018MPG
2013
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$3,300162118MPG
2012
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spd • Regular
$3,300162018MPG
2012
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Regular
$3,300162118MPG

Historical Efficiency

2020
25
2019
22
2018
18
2017
18
2016
18
2015
18
2014
18
2013
18
2012
18

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Wrangler Unlimited 4WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Jeep Jeep / Kaiser-Jeep / Willys- Jeep YJ series/Wrangler grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1,720
Total Deaths
644

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
27.0%
Fire Occurrence
4.0%
Speeding Involved
13.4%
DUI Involved
19.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

82%
Front
8%
Side
10%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes217
Fatalities
92
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2022
Fatal Crashes274
Fatalities
125
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2021
Fatal Crashes254
Fatalities
105
Deaths/Crash
0.41
2020
Fatal Crashes235
Fatalities
80
Deaths/Crash
0.34
2019
Fatal Crashes178
Fatalities
66
Deaths/Crash
0.37
2018
Fatal Crashes175
Fatalities
66
Deaths/Crash
0.38
2017
Fatal Crashes158
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.23
2016
Fatal Crashes114
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.32
2015
Fatal Crashes74
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.35
2014
Fatal Crashes41
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.24
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2020
6
2019
3
2018
12
2017
3
2016
2
2014
1
2012
10
Critical
Moderate
Advisory