Used 2023 Jeep Wrangler for Sale nearDes Moines, IA

Compare 2023 Jeep Wrangler Trims

The 2023 Jeep Wrangler offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to high-performance models, all equipped with 4WD.

• Starting at $27,959
• Best MPG/MPGe: 21 city / 24 hwy
• Most Popular: Rubicon 4-Door 4WD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

Sport 2-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport 2-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a budget-friendly entry into the Wrangler lineup without paying for extra features.

• Avg. market price: $27,959 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 371 listings
• View Sport 2-Door 4WD listings

Sport S 2-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport S 2-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped Wrangler for urban adventures without stepping up to higher trims.

• Avg. market price: $28,996 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 409 listings
• View Sport S 2-Door 4WD listings

Sport 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a spacious and versatile Wrangler without the premium price of higher trims.

• Avg. market price: $28,316 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 23 hwy
• Inventory: 660 listings
• View Sport 4-Door 4WD listings

Sport S 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport S 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped Wrangler for adventures without going for the top-tier models.

• Avg. market price: $30,995 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 23 hwy
• Inventory: 1,398 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Sport S 4-Door 4WD listings

Willys 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Willys 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a rugged and stylish Wrangler without the highest price tag.

• Avg. market price: $33,890 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 23 hwy
• Inventory: 571 listings
• View Willys 4-Door 4WD listings

Sahara 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sahara 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a comfortable and tech-forward Wrangler without sacrificing off-road capability.

• Avg. market price: $33,667 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 21 city / 24 hwy
• Inventory: 1,466 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Sahara 4-Door 4WD listings

Rubicon 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Rubicon 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want the most capable off-roader without stepping up to the high-performance models.

• Avg. market price: $37,710 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 23 hwy
• Inventory: 1,659 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Rubicon 4-Door 4WD listings

Rubicon 392 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Rubicon 392 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a high-performance off-road beast without compromise.

• Avg. market price: $66,465 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 13 city / 17 hwy
• Inventory: 480 listings
• View Rubicon 392 4-Door 4WD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Rubicon 4-Door 4WD

With 1,659 active listings, the Rubicon 4-Door 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Sport 2-Door 4WD

At $27,959 avg market price — below the lineup median of $32,331 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse Sport 2-Door 4WD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — Sahara 4-Door 4WD

The Sahara 4-Door 4WD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 21/24 MPG/MPGe.

Browse Sahara 4-Door 4WD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 2, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2023 Jeep Wrangler cost?

Prices have softened 4.86% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

With 7,659 listings available, you have a solid amount of inventory to compare across trims and conditions.

If you find a listing below $34,341.13, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2023 Jeep Wrangler a good car?

Yes — the 2023 Jeep Wrangler earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.83/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel and Performance.

Owners consistently praise its off-road capability, fun driving experience, and rugged personality. The review summary also points to strong enthusiasm around the vehicle’s distinctive character, even if some shoppers wish it had more comfort features.

The trade-offs are clear: the expert notes limited storage space and unimpressive on-road performance. That fits the Wrangler’s use case well if you want a trail-focused SUV rather than a pavement-first daily driver.

With the Wrangler’s body-on-frame design and adventure-first mission, it makes the most sense if you value capability and character over refinement. The market still shows 34.5% good or great deals, which suggests there are opportunities if you shop carefully.

Is the 2023 Jeep Wrangler reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner summary points to a vehicle that many drivers enjoy and keep for the long haul, with enthusiasm centered on its capability and overall ownership experience. That kind of feedback matters when you’re evaluating a used SUV that’s often bought for years of recreation and utility.

The expert notes also support the Wrangler’s durability-minded appeal, with solid axles and a simple, rugged layout that fits its purpose. If you’re buying used, the main long-term risk is less about the concept and more about how hard the vehicle was used off-road and how well it was maintained.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Jeep Wrangler?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 90.1% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the Wrangler may have seen trail use. Focus on signs of hard use, uneven wear, and any evidence that the vehicle was modified or driven aggressively.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Some popular trims do not get locking differentials or meaty tires, so you should verify the equipment level carefully if off-road hardware matters to you.
• Powertrain: You have multiple engine choices, including a V6, a turbocharged four-cylinder, a diesel, a V8, and a plug-in hybrid setup, so match the powertrain to how you plan to use the vehicle.
• Safety package: The standard setup is limited, with a rearview camera, electronic roll mitigation, and stability control; blind-spot monitoring, forward collision warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control are standard only on the top 392 model, and lane-keeping assist is not offered.
• Infotainment: A 7-inch touchscreen is standard, while an 8.4-inch screen appears on the tester; Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, and over-the-air updates apply only to the infotainment system.
• Fuel efficiency: Expect anywhere from 19 mpg combined to 23 mpg combined, with the diesel returning 25 mpg combined and the plug-in hybrid reaching 49 mpge combined.

Which 2023 Jeep Wrangler trim should I buy?

The 2023 Jeep Wrangler is offered in 1 trim level: Rubicon 392.

Here's the short version:

The Rubicon 392 is the standout choice if you want the most extreme factory performance and the strongest off-road hardware described here. It adds the 6.4-liter V8, serious power, and the kind of capability that suits buyers who want the most aggressive Wrangler experience.

If you’re shopping this model year for value, the expert notes point to the Rubicon trim as the smarter balance of capability and price, but the only trim explicitly named in the data for this standard gas model is the Rubicon 392. Safety equipment is limited outside the top 392 model, so you should pay close attention to which driver-assistance features are actually included on any listing.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Jeep Wrangler?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, with enough inventory to shop around but still enough demand to reward quick action on strong listings.

• Deal availability: 34.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 7,659 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 4.86% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 90.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $34,341.13, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Jeep Wrangler's resale value?

The current average of $35,298 sits slightly below last year's $37,100.

That price movement suggests the Wrangler has softened enough to create a more approachable entry point for used buyers. For future sellers, it also means you should expect value to depend heavily on trim, condition, and equipment rather than on broad market momentum alone.

Because the Wrangler has strong owner satisfaction and a loyal audience, well-kept examples should continue to draw interest. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Jeep Wrangler safe?

The Wrangler earns four-star ratings in frontal crash and three-star ratings in rollover from NHTSA, and the IIHS shows an almost even split between Good and Marginal ratings.

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

The standard safety equipment is limited to a rearview camera, electronic roll mitigation, and stability control. Blind-spot monitoring, forward collision warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control are standard only on the top 392 model, while lane-keeping assist is not offered at all.

The crash-test picture also has some caveats, including Poor headlight results on some trims. If safety is a top priority, you should pay close attention to the exact trim and option package on any used Wrangler you consider.

Should I buy a 2023 Jeep Wrangler or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 34.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 90.1% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 4.86% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2023 keeps the Wrangler’s rugged, off-road-first formula with multiple powertrain choices and strong trail capability.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $30,541, the 2022 costs less than the current year's $35,298 average.
• It delivers the same distinctive open-air Wrangler character with strong off-road appeal.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $38,169, the 2024 costs more than the current year's $35,298 average.
• It adds a mid-cycle refresh with more technology, safety, and refinement.

The bottom line: If you want the best balance of current pricing and inventory, the 2023 is the sensible default. If your budget is tighter, the 2022 can save you money while keeping the core Wrangler experience intact. If you want the newer refresh and can stretch your budget, the 2024 is the better pick for added tech and refinement.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.