The fourth-generation Wrangler, also known as the Wrangler JL, was introduced in 2018 – and importantly, it will remain on sale in other markets such as America, where more than 150,000 were sold last year alone. It’s only in Europe where it’s being axed.
When we drove the latest Wrangler for the first time, we found that while the no-nonsense 4×4 was still very rugged and capable off-road, it offered a “more civilised interior and more all-round appeal generally”. We concluded: “The new Wrangler represents a well-judged step forwards for the famous Jeep.”
Since then, Jeep has introduced the plug-in hybrid Wrangler 4xe, which was sold in Europe but never made it over to UK showrooms. The car was updated initially in 2021, then again in 2024. As well as delivering extra safety features, the latest round of upgrades included some subtle styling tweaks and a much bigger 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
For the time being, the Wrangler is still available to order, including through the Auto Express Buy A Car service. Prices start from £63,465 for the standard Sahara model, while the beefed-up, more off-road-focused Rubicon version costs a whopping £65,870. For reference, the four-door Land Rover Defender 110 is priced from £62,795, but you can save nearly £15,000 on a brand new Wrangler with Auto Express.
Will the Jeep Wrangler ever return?
The idea of Jeep not having the Wrangler in its line-up is like Porsche not selling the 911, or Volkswagen without a Golf. When we asked Montepeloso about any future plans for the Wrangler, and whether the icon could return to Europe, he replied: “Let’s say we are exploring, but today we cannot commit on anything.”
