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Used Jeep Wrangler: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every Jeep Wrangler from 2010 to 2025, across 2 generations: what each year typically sells for (about $11,500 to $34,500), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2010–2017, 2019–2025. Look harder at or skip 2018, 2018.
2018–2025 Jeep Wrangler
A more civilized Wrangler with better road manners, modern tech and a wide engine range.
Years to target: 2019–2025. Look harder at or skip: 2018. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $16,500* | Look harder | Not rated | ~80,000 |
| 2019 | $18,500* | Target | Not rated | ~70,000 |
| 2020 | $20,500 | Target | Not rated | ~60,000 |
| 2021 | $23,000 | Target | Not rated | ~50,000 |
| 2022 | $25,500 | Target | Not rated | ~45,000 |
| 2023 | $28,500 | Target | Not rated | ~35,000 |
| 2024 | $31,500 | Target | Not rated | ~25,000 |
| 2025 | $34,500* | Target | Not rated | ~15,000 |
* Estimated from nearby years, since few were listed for sale.
Worth knowing
- 2018: owner complaints spike (1,818, mostly the steering).
- Early 2018 models had a frame weld recall, so confirm it was done. It is still noisier and bouncier than a regular SUV.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the Sport S: it adds power windows and locks, air conditioning, alloy wheels and keyless entry over the Sport. 2024 and newer add a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen.
On the test drive
Check steering and front suspension parts for wear. Some trucks develop a violent front-end shake at highway speed. Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: optional from 2018, never standard in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2018, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Lexus NX 2018–2020 · $24,000–$28,500
- Toyota Corolla Cross 2022 · $24,500
- Lexus UX 2020–2022 · $22,500–$27,500
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2010–2018 Jeep Wrangler
A legendary off-roader with a removable top and doors, often in four-door form.
Years to target: 2010–2017. Look harder at or skip: 2018. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $11,500 | Target | Not rated | ~135,000 |
| 2011 | $12,000 | Target | Not rated | ~125,000 |
| 2012 | $12,500 | Target | Not rated | ~120,000 |
| 2013 | $13,000 | Target | Not rated | ~110,000 |
| 2014 | $14,000 | Target | Not rated | ~100,000 |
| 2015 | $14,500 | Target | Not rated | ~95,000 |
| 2016 | $15,000 | Target | Not rated | ~85,000 |
| 2017 | $15,500* | Target | Not rated | ~80,000 |
| 2018 | $16,500* | Look harder | Not rated | ~70,000 |
* Estimated from nearby years, since few were listed for sale.
Worth knowing
- 2018: owner complaints spike (1,818, mostly the steering).
- The ride is rough and highway noise is high. Early years used a weaker 3.8-liter V6, while 2012 and later got the stronger 3.6-liter.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Target the Sport S or Sahara: they add air conditioning, power windows and locks often missing on base Sport models. Choose 2012 or newer for the stronger 3.6-liter V6.
On the test drive
Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: not offered in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota Venza 2014–2015 · $12,000–$13,000
- Honda CR-V 2013–2015 · $12,000–$14,500
- Toyota RAV4 2013–2014 · $12,500–$13,500
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.