2002 Jeep Wrangler Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Quieter, roomier, and comfier, the 2002 Jeep Wrangler also rides and handles better than ever. Four models are now available: SE, X, Sport, and Sahara.
Owners like the 2002 Jeep Wrangler's power and Command-Trac 4-Wheel Drive on demand. They dislike the poor gas mileage, rough ride, noise.
Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 2002 Jeep Wrangler
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by steven m
Aug 16, 2021
great ride very dependable just keep the maintenance schedule Aug 16, 2021
by Kenneth R
Sep 12, 2020
Better than a hummer with all the torque you need with the 4.0 straight 6 and bigtime fun to drive!Sep 12, 2020
by Anonymous
Apr 01, 2015
Security of 4 wheel drive combined with style and functionality. Not the best on fuel economy but it's character makes up for the difference. Extra fun to drive in the summer with the roof and doors off.
If you never drove one give it a try!Apr 01, 2015
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by steven m
Aug 16, 2021
great ride very dependable just keep the maintenance schedule Aug 16, 2021
by Kenneth R
Sep 12, 2020
Better than a hummer with all the torque you need with the 4.0 straight 6 and bigtime fun to drive!Sep 12, 2020
by Anonymous
Apr 01, 2015
Security of 4 wheel drive combined with style and functionality. Not the best on fuel economy but it's character makes up for the difference. Extra fun to drive in the summer with the roof and doors off.
If you never drove one give it a try!Apr 01, 2015
by Anonymous
Oct 31, 2013
I like it so much when i drive it on country roads ! Especially when i have my family with me in the summer days . Next year we decide to get a 2013 model. You will not regret this great Suv.Oct 31, 2013
by Anonymous
Jul 10, 2013
Very versatile. Can drive it with the top down like a convertible or top up on a rainy day. Has enough power to tow a boat or jet ski. Drives great for getting around town. Great color combination with signature Sahara interior.Jul 10, 2013
by Anonymous
Jun 01, 2013
Very fun to drive, you'll find yourself making any excuse to take it out around town, through mud, or anywhere. Jeeps are definitely built tough and give you that "go anywhere" feeling. Great car overall, will be looking for another in the near future.Jun 01, 2013
by Anonymous
Sep 10, 2012
This is my 4th Jeep Wrangler owned. Loved them all. Always reliable. Never had to do any major maintanance on any Jeep that I've owned. I've owned this Jeep for 10 years. Nothing like driving topless on a hot Summer day!!Sep 10, 2012
by Anonymous
May 15, 2012
Great on and off road vehicle. Perfect for getting lots of sun and wind on the road or camping trip.
Lots of extras available to customize your Jeep experience. Cargo rack, trail shade, soft top boot and much much moreMay 15, 2012
by Brian G
Apr 28, 2012
Once you drive a Wrangler, there is nothing else like it. The power and ability of this vehicle exceeds expectations. Once you drive a different car, you make two remarks. 1. This is not fun. 2. I want my Wrangler back!Apr 28, 2012
by Kyle K
Feb 02, 2011
Performance is good. It is a 6cyl so it has plenty of power. I have it
customized so it does need to have repairs because the stock features
cant handle the big tires. I love the look of this car with no roof and doors
in the summer time. The gas milage is horrible and this car is so much fun
to driveFeb 02, 2011
by John K
Oct 25, 2010
Performance - 5/10 4.0L will break stand with Large tires
Build Quality - 7.5/10 It's a Chrysler say no more
Appearance - 8/10 It's a Jeep thing, You wouldn't understand!
Cost - 450km per tank with 33" tires...Not too Bad. Only had problems with the
aftermarket crap I put on.
Fun Factor - 10/10
Tows trailers well, parking is easy, Roof and doors come off, 4x4 works
awesome (tested throughly), Fuel economy is better than most SUVs
I would buy another one, but this time I wouldn't go crazy on the Mods. They
are great stock.
Suggestion - Get the Rubicon/Apex/Unlimited EditionOct 25, 2010
by Mango S
Apr 21, 2010
Great to drive when its nice and when its not. Many upgrades for the vehicle and one of the most capable off-road vehicles you will ever be able to own. The cost is cheap and they are easy to repairApr 21, 2010
by Jenn G
Feb 21, 2010
I love everything about my jeepy!! <3 <3 <3 it does well on and off the asphalt. I can go through mud puddles or take it over rock. I love the fact that I can take the top down and the doors off.Feb 21, 2010
by Chris T
Nov 30, 2009
The Jeep is sooo much fun drive. It will go anywhere and never gets stuck. It has a good band of performance and is super versatile. It is great to just take the top and doors off and just drive.Nov 30, 2009
by Don C
Nov 15, 2009
great offroad vehicle and reliable it is fun and looks great and is easy to work on with a of after market parts to pick from to make unique to fit your own personnal style or liking and usage JEEP Nov 15, 2009
by Christopher B
Sep 15, 2009
I wouldn't want to drive another car or truck right now. A lot of fun, and can take quite the beating. Looks good, and is a breeze to maintain. Cant beat an offroading convertible. Accelerates a tad bit slow though.Sep 15, 2009
by Michael P
Aug 13, 2009
Performance - good all around, great for off-roading
Appearance - clean lines
Build quality - is very good, nothing broken
cost - reasonable
fun factor - high, anywhere it goes it makes it fun, able to
change tops for different looks, bigger tires help for off-
road, good mud tire also helps,
Lift - none at the moment, maybe a 2" in the near futureAug 13, 2009
by Tommy D
Jun 22, 2009
tough little red machine that will do whatever I need it too. Put a different exhaust on it that really helped wake up the motor. A little tight for me on the inside but I make out fine with it, it is worth it for the fun that we have in it.Jun 22, 2009
by Mark H
Apr 08, 2009
The performance was what you would expect from a Wrangler. It had enough power and handled ok. It felt like it was built pretty solid. I really liked the simplicity of the outside and inside of it. I really never had any major repairs cost while i owned it. It was a great vehicle, i wish i didn't have to sell it. It was not a good vehicle to drive to Fairmont almost every day of the week for school.Apr 08, 2009
by Valérie S
Jan 06, 2009
For me, the Jeep Wrangler (TJ, in Canada) was the
perfect vehicle. A cool, sporty convertible in the
summer, and a tough 4x4 for Montreal's rough
winters. I had it for 4 years and had a blast the whole
time. However, I had the 2.5L, 4 cyl, engine, which had
0 power.Jan 06, 2009
by Celiamarie N
Sep 14, 2008
The Jeep Wrangler I own now is my third. The performance of these vehicles are exemplary. Only usual ware and tear maintance has been required. It's appearance is awesome and I have been complemented more than once on how nice my Jeep is. I have had offers from people who want to purchase my Jeep and been told if I ever want to sell it to notify them. The maintance is average and as the Jeep is a solid heavy vehicle it is not great but not to bad on milage. As for fun I have sworn to always have at least one Jeep Wrangler in my garage.Sep 14, 2008
by Christian A
Aug 25, 2008
i love the ride- i like the torque and the off road capabilities- what i dont like is lack of storage and my 4cyl lacks power but on the flip side is a torque monster which i love when im wheeling. i love the drain holes and removable carpet i just rinse off the tub when im done mudding but the car is solid like a tank and takes a lot to flip compared to the old cjs
Aug 25, 2008
by Marshall M
Aug 22, 2008
I have owned classic Jeep CJ/Wrangler vehicles for more than 20 years and have loved them all. No other car or truck evokes the spirit of rugged independence and fun-loving freedom quite like the one and only Jeep. Even classic Jeep owners tend to be a breed apart, giving one another the familiar "Jeep Wave" when encountering one another on or off the road.
A few words of advice to prospective owners: If you think you want one, however, be prepared--If you're looking for fuel economy, forget it. 20 MPG is as good as it gets and that's downhill with a tailwind. If you want a quiet, smooth ride like a Lincoln Towncar, this ain't your baby. Nimble handling? The Jeep is not a sports car and does not have rack and pinion steering, but on rocks, rough roads, mud and snow, the Jeep is as sure-footed as a mountain goat. But go ahead and buy one anyway and get it out of your system. In a year when you're ready to trade it, you will have "manufactured" a great pre-owned Jeep for someone like me who is prepared to give it a proper home and who doesn't mind getting wet putting up the top and who will enjoy giving other Jeep owners the cherished and much-deserved "Jeep Wave."Aug 22, 2008
by Jordan B
Jul 23, 2008
Pros-Great 4x4ing, soft top/hard top,orange leather, no doors!, easy mods& upgrades soon to have a lift!
Cons-Ok gas mileage(w/e its a jeep)
No major repairs, just a new starter and some brake pads
Fun driving car, and it is a 5spd it has to be for a jeep
Jul 23, 2008
by Jordan M
Apr 25, 2008
Great reliable truck. Roof and doors off, or everything on, either way its amazing. gotta love the 5spd. Apr 25, 2008
by Steve B
Mar 24, 2008
This jeep is full of potential. Although the basic jeep setup is pretty bad, that potential for add ons are endless. After some stronger axle shafts with lockers, as well as stronger bumpers, and a few other components this jeep is unstoppable!Mar 24, 2008
by Bob U
Feb 13, 2008
Tough and reliable. Not a beauty contest winner but a great all season commuter that can play off road, too.Feb 13, 2008
by Clayton O
Jan 06, 2008
This Jeep has made me beyond proud to own. It charges ahead through any kind of weather or terrain, urban or rural. It pushes through snow like theres nothing there, mud and wet sand and sand dunes pose no threat, but i havent had the opprotunity to take it crawling. I dont know if i will ever own a different vehicle other than a Jeep Wrangler.Jan 06, 2008
by Anonymous
Dec 10, 2007
I have owned the Jeep for about a year and a half to date. VERY low range 4x4 for a stock vehicle. I am a big fan of the straight 6 motor. Much easier to work on than a V-style engine although it has never messed up at all. I'm satisfied with everything about my jeep except for the stock 29" tires they put on there.....I changed to 31's. 29 is way too small. If you have any questions just ask me and i'll be glad to help if I can!Dec 10, 2007
2002 Jeep Wrangler Pricing
Original MSRP
$15,915 to $24,260Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
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N/ATrims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.11
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Convertible roof: hard top · Removable roof: soft top
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: vinyl
Spare Tire
Mount Location: outside
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-only
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.07
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Convertible roof: hard top · Removable roof: soft top
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: outside
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.07
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Convertible roof: hard top · Removable roof: soft top
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: outside
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.07
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Convertible roof: hard top · Removable roof: soft top
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: outside
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
