1997 Jeep Wrangler Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
Introduced in mid-1996 as a 1997 model, the Jeep Wrangler has been completely redesigned and re-engineered.
The Wrangler is available in...
Introduced in mid-1996 as a 1997 model, the Jeep Wrangler has been completely redesigned and re-engineered.
The Wrangler is available in three trims: SE, Sport, and Sahara.
Jeep owners like their Wranglers because they are fun, stylish and handle well. Some complain about the leaking plastic windows, and how hard the Jeep is to control in the wind. Noise is also a nuisance.
What owners say
"Owners of the 1997 Jeep Wrangler generally love its off-road capabilities, ruggedness, and fun driving experience. They appreciated the reliability of its 4.0L engine, ease of modification, and the unique open-top design that allows for a top-down driving experience in good weather. However, many were concerned about its stability, handling, and fuel economy, with some finding it underpowered for everyday driving or a family vehicle."
Performance: 4.0L inline 6 Cylinder Banks Exhaust Manifold with custom exhaust and Flowmaster high flow cat and muffler K&N FIPK air intake Appearance: 3.5" Rubicon Express Lift 2" Body Lift Warn Front Bumper Warn Rear bumper Warn Raised Gas Tank Skidplate Warn 9500hsi Winch 33" BFG Mud-Terrains on American Racing Wheels Custom Side Steps
May 18, 2009TJ from this era are classic and have one of the most bullet proof engines. The values hold really well and are inexpensive to repair / do maintenance too. As the saying goes “its a Jeep thing” so to understand it you have to drive one.
July 2, 2021It's an effing jeep... It goes anywhere, is a lot of fun to work on, looks awesome, holds it's resale value, the top comes off(and so do the doors and you can even fold the windshield flat!) and it's 4WD so it rocks in the slippery stuff
August 4, 2009What owners say
Performance: 4.0L inline 6 Cylinder Banks Exhaust Manifold with custom exhaust and Flowmaster high flow cat and muffler K&N FIPK air intake Appearance: 3.5" Rubicon Express Lift 2" Body Lift Warn Front Bumper Warn Rear bumper Warn Raised Gas Tank Skidplate Warn 9500hsi Winch 33" BFG Mud-Terrains on American Racing Wheels Custom Side Steps
May 18, 2009TJ from this era are classic and have one of the most bullet proof engines. The values hold really well and are inexpensive to repair / do maintenance too. As the saying goes “its a Jeep thing” so to understand it you have to drive one.
July 2, 2021It's an effing jeep... It goes anywhere, is a lot of fun to work on, looks awesome, holds it's resale value, the top comes off(and so do the doors and you can even fold the windshield flat!) and it's 4WD so it rocks in the slippery stuff
August 4, 2009I love this vehicle, it goes anywhere and gets lots of attention. It has 120,000 miles on the clock but still has over half of its life left. It never lets me down. The only down side is the gas mileage. I only average 19 MPG. Hands down my favorite vehicle I've owned so far.
September 15, 2008Good for the occasional trip and errands, Excellent offroad capabilities. Not good for every day commute to work. Not the easiest vehicle to get in and out of and the little bit of cargo space is difficult to access. Had to remove the back seat just so I could have a little bit of space.
January 7, 2015214,000 original miles, 5 spd, 33" bf goodrich all terrain tires, 2" budget suspension lift, 1" body lift, custom stinger front bumper i made, hella 500w driving lights, thrush welded muffler, throttle body spacer, long tube cold air intake (more low end torque), accel 42,000 volt ignition coil, rear locker, i removed the exhaust manifold and welded up the cracks that are common on wranglers, it is very fun to drive, most people can't, its fast for a jeep, and it can go pretty much anywhere
November 17, 2009Sure it's slow, but why do you need to be going so fast?
March 17, 2008It is a little difficult for the kids to get in & out with it being a 2 door, but in a few years it's not going to be an issue. I love the fact that it's a hard top but because its in sections, you can just pop out the front top & secure it on top of the other half.
August 3, 2013I like the look of a Jeep, the build quality is superb it is easy to work on and you can find parts for jeeps in quite a few different autoparts or junk yards. The Performance is great, the handling on the road is good.
February 3, 2013There's no stopping this vehicle. It pulls a lot more weight than one would think. I've taken it a lot of places you typically shouldn't take an off-road vehicle. Thin sand, mud, water, rough cow pastures, through think brush. IT'S SO MUCH FUN!
February 4, 2012Trims & specs
Base MSRP $13,995 | Seating 4 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 55.7 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $19,735 | Seating 4 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 11.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $17,665 | Seating 4 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 11.3 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
