Jeep Wrangler (YJ)

Jeep Wrangler (YJ)
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The Jeep Wrangler (YJ) is the first generation of Jeep Wrangler four-wheel drive small off-road vehicles, rebadging and succeeding Jeep's CJ series, which was produced from 1944 to 1986. The first Wrangler (internally "YJ") was launched in 1986 and ran through 1995. Although the new Wrangler stood out from its CJ predecessors by its square headlights, its body was a direct evolution of the preceding CJ-7, and rode on the same wheelbase. The Wrangler featured an updated interior, offered more comfort, and improved safety and handling through a revised chassis that included a wider track and a slightly lower stance.

Technical data
ManufacturerStellantis North America
ProductionFrom 1944
Body typeSUV

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Jeep Wrangler (YJ) (from registration data). 12 variants.

Engine variants for Jeep Wrangler (YJ)
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
2.0 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“170 km/hโ€“โ€“
2.4 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“164 km/hโ€“โ€“
2.5 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“142 km/hโ€“โ€“
2.5 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“142 km/hโ€“โ€“
2.8 l ยท 4-cylโ€“โ€“172 km/hโ€“โ€“
3.6 l ยท 6-cylโ€“โ€“168 km/hโ€“โ€“
3.6 l ยท 6-cylโ€“โ€“175 km/hโ€“โ€“
3.8 l ยท 6-cylโ€“โ€“165 km/hโ€“โ€“
3.8 l ยท 6-cylโ€“โ€“171 km/hโ€“โ€“
4.0 l ยท 6-cylโ€“โ€“173 km/hโ€“โ€“
4.0 l ยท 6-cylโ€“โ€“173 km/hโ€“โ€“
4.2 l ยท 6-cylโ€“โ€“130 km/hโ€“โ€“

Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.

Generations

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Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Jeep Wrangler (YJ) in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Jeep recalls.