Used Jeep Wrangler for Sale nearYale, IL

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 $25,449, and its lowest point over the past year was $24,838. 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 choice if you want a vehicle with real character, standout off-road ability, and a highly customizable personality. 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. Many also value its iconic styling and the ability to tailor it with different tops, doors, and equipment.

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

The main trade-offs that come up in expert reviews are poor fuel economy, noisy highway manners, and a cramped back seat.

37.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Jeep Wrangler models reliable?

Owners across the model range consistently praise the Wrangler’s rugged character, off-road capability, and fun driving experience. Expert reviews also reinforce its appeal as a vehicle built around durability-minded hardware and a distinctive, purpose-first design.

• 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 best managed by checking condition carefully, since the Wrangler’s age, usage history, and trail time can vary widely from one example to the next.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 78.7% — 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, with the Pentastar 3.6-liter V6 and the Wrangler’s core open-air, removable-door character.
• Sport S: the best-value trim, adding adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.
• Willys: a more trail-focused choice with the rugged Wrangler formula and available four-door or two-door configurations.
• Rubicon: the off-road-focused trim with the same broad powertrain choices and available four-door or two-door configurations.
• Rubicon X: the most fully equipped trim in the safety content, where blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, rear parking sensors, and high-beam assist become standard.
• Willys ’41: a special-edition four-door model with distinctive army-green styling, matching painted wheels, and a ’41 hood graphic.
• 85th Anniversary Edition: a four-door-only special edition.
• Sahara: a four-door-only trim.
• Willys 392: a four-door-only model.
• Moab 392: a four-door-only model.

What Jeep Wrangler do most buyers choose?

The Jeep Wrangler years with the most listings are 2021, 2022, and 2020.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a broad mix of availability, pricing, and trim choices. More listings also make it easier to compare condition, equipment, and deal quality across the market.

What is the Jeep Wrangler's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, and several recent ones show especially sharp drops. That pattern can work in your favor if you want a used Wrangler with more room for negotiation than a year ago. The smallest declines are concentrated in the older model years and the 2023 model year.

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 −16.55% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −13.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2021 model has the most listings at a current average price of $27,572. The Jeep Wrangler offers a distinctive open-air driving experience and a rugged, highly customizable character.

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, and most models come with an eight-speed automatic transmission while the V6 also has a six-speed manual.
• 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, and a two-year free trial of the Trails Offroad app is included.
• 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 the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Compare 2027 Jeep Wrangler Trims

The 2027 Jeep Wrangler offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to fully equipped off-roaders, all featuring 4WD.

• Starting at $71,615
• 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: $71,615 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 390 listings
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Sport S 2-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport S 2-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want adventure-ready features without stepping up to the higher trims.

• Avg. market price: $71,615 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 404 listings
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Sport 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who need extra space for family adventures without sacrificing capability.

• Avg. market price: $71,615 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 708 listings
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Sport S 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport S 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of adventure-ready features and spaciousness without going for the top trims.

• Avg. market price: $71,615 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 1,365 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Willys 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Willys 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a rugged off-road experience with added tech features without the highest price tag.

• Avg. market price: $71,615 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 661 listings
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Rubicon 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Rubicon 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want serious off-road capability without stepping up to the Rubicon X. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup by a wide margin.

• Avg. market price: $71,615 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 2,053 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Sahara 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sahara 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a balance of luxury and off-road capability without going for the most expensive options.

• Avg. market price: $71,615 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 1,769 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Rubicon X 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Rubicon X 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want the ultimate off-road experience with premium features without compromise.

• Avg. market price: $71,615 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 368 listings
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Rubicon 4-Door 4WD

With 2,053 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 $71,615 avg market price — below the lineup median of $71,615 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse Sport 2-Door 4WD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 8, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.