How much does the Jeep Wrangler cost in today's market?

Used Jeep Wrangler prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Jeep Wrangler's current nationwide average price is $25,712, and its year-round low is $24,891.83. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model is trading right now across the lineup. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Jeep Wrangler a good car?

Yes — the Jeep Wrangler is a strong fit if you want a vehicle with a clear identity and a devoted owner base. The all-generations owner rating is 4.55/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Wrangler's off-road capability, rugged design, and fun driving experience. They also value its iconic styling and customization potential, which help make it feel distinctive year after year.

Expert reviews rate the 2024 and 2023 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs center on fuel economy, road noise, and everyday refinement, especially in recent expert-tested years. If you want a vehicle that leans into character and trail ability, those are the kinds of compromises you should expect.

28.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Jeep Wrangler models reliable?

Owners across the lineup consistently praise the Wrangler's rugged character, off-road strength, and fun driving experience. Expert reviews also reinforce its appeal as a purpose-built SUV with strong capability and a distinctive personality.

• Owners rate the Jeep Wrangler between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is tied more to how the vehicle was used and maintained than to the badge itself, so a careful history check matters.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 78.4% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2019 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking on the Sport S trim, with blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, rear parking sensors, and high-beam assist becoming standard at the Rubicon X trim level.
• Infotainment: a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot capability.
• Fuel efficiency: a Wrangler with the turbocharged four-cylinder engine is the most fuel-efficient, with an EPA combined rating of 21 mpg in both the two- and four-door body styles.

Which Jeep Wrangler trim should I buy?

The 2026 Jeep Wrangler offers these trims:

• Sport: the entry point for the lineup, with the Wrangler's core rugged character and the most accessible starting point.
• Sport S: the best-value trim, adding adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.
• Willys: a more trail-focused choice with added character and off-road appeal.
• Rubicon: the off-road specialist for buyers who want the Wrangler's most capable hardware.
• Rubicon X: the most fully equipped trim, with blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, rear parking sensors, and high-beam assist standard.
• Willys ’41: a special-edition model with distinctive army-green styling and matching painted wheels.
• 85th Anniversary Edition: a commemorative trim with its own special-edition identity.
• Sahara: a four-door-only trim that broadens the lineup with a more upscale feel.
• Willys 392: a four-door-only performance-oriented special edition.
• Moab 392: a four-door-only special edition with a distinctive off-road focus.

What Jeep Wrangler do most buyers choose?

The Jeep Wrangler years with the most listings are 2021, 2022, and 2019.

Higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right trim, color, and price. They also often sit in the sweet spot between newer features and broader used-market availability.

What is the Jeep Wrangler's resale value?

Most Wrangler model years are showing price declines, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The biggest drops are concentrated in newer models, while older years are also moving down but at a somewhat smaller pace. That pattern gives you more room to find value across the lineup.

The 2023, 2014, and 2015 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Jeep Wrangler safe?

• 2026: 3/10
• 2025: 4/10
• 2024: 5/10
• 2023: 6/10
• 2022: 2/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2020: 8/10
• 2018: 4/10
• 2016: 3/10
• 2015: 4/10
• 2014: 3/10

For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Jeep Wrangler now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −16.11% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −11.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2021 model has the most listings at a current average price of $28,510. The Jeep Wrangler offers a rugged, iconic character that has made it a long-running favorite for buyers who want something distinctive.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2026 Jeep Wrangler has a powertrain for everyone, offering the stalwart Pentastar 3.6-liter V6, a more efficient 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo, and a powerful 6.4-liter Hemi V8.
• Tech: A 12.3-inch touchscreen is standard, backed by wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well as 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot capability.
• Safety: adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking become standard on the Sport S trim, while blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, rear parking sensors, and high-beam assist become standard at the Rubicon X trim level.
• Starting price: the base two-door Sport model was priced at $34,227 without options.

If you're buying used today, the 2021 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2028 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.