Test drove a rubicon JL and felt it can easily replace any commuter car... steers fine.. noise is acceptable.. amazing turning radius... doesn't drift.. just right amount of stiffness. The JL just from specs is better in every way of the JK... Not sure what isn't as good. Maybe the tacky colors? For the K02s i suggest airing down a bit.. rides fine.
I had a 2017 Rubicon JK for a year as an everyday driver. It rides very well on street though more bumpy than other SUVs. It's not as bad as this reviewer claim it to be. I only traded it in because I'm waiting for The Scrambler next year. And yes the Wrangler has became ridiculously expensive.
Good video. Everything that drivers complain about on road will pay off when they're off road. You kinda have to work with its characteristic. But man it a beast off road!! So capable.
First? First! It's improved a lot but man have they made it so expensive. I can't imagine how much more one has to spend for the upcoming Hybrid or Diesel
Sometimes when you want it bad enough you got to pull the trigger. Despite the price increase I just know that a lot of people are still going to buy it. That's just how good and cool this Jeep is.
The JLU is a hoot. I bought a Sport S and put some 285/70 tires on it. Even the Sport S is extremely capable. Its just so much more friendly to drive daily than the JK. I love mine.
My JK vs JL comparison (for me, a 2 door Rubicon soft top) My JL pros -possibly the new 2.0 engine (I also like the Pentastar) -8 speed transmission (much better than JK transmission) -quicker throttle response -soft top without ‘cross bar’ -soft top no zippers -quieter soft top -body color roll bar -flat horizontal dash -lighter/aerodynamic tweaks = better MPG -real metal interior detail -real hardware (not faux bolts) interior -more inputs and other interior conveniences -larger cup holders -air vents for cooling under hood -more rake in windshield (think rock damage) -doors stay opened, and close better -cabin is slightly longer -doors remove easier/faster -telescopic adjusting steering wheel -bigger storage tub -stronger and lighter tailgate -better hood latches -easier drain plug access (without needing to move carpet) My JL cons -auto start/stop (I’m not sure how to disable it) -the bumpers (front and back) -front running lights on fender flare -too much digital visual “noise” on dash -rear camera (I know I can take it off - and I will) -no hard drive in radio to store music (I like that in the 430 in JK) -the $ cost $
The safety feature in this Wrangler I found most unique is the fact that the back-up camera that is embedded in center of the spare tire on the back door. People will trick out this Jeep thanks to Mopar. In the previous generation Wrangler - a backup camera wasn’t available unless you had take it to a Jeep dealer to install a Mopar backup camerakit for it. Otherwise, you would need aftermarket parts. But any Wrangler can conquer most anything (road and off-road conditions). The Rubicon edition? - almost everything.
Great review as always and the background music was a nice touch! I just bought one and if you lower the tire pressure to 36-37psi the steering improves. Most come delivered with well over 40psi
You recommend to buy a different jeep other than the Rubicon if we are going to use it for a every day driving and not for out road. What jeep you recommend then?
TestDriveNow Reviews by Auto Critic Steve Hammes you did a great job because you earned a subscription from me and yes it was entertaining because I watched the entire video.
Great very thorough review. I really want a 2019. I read that there will be an available auto breaking and speed sensitive cruise control option. Can you tell me what package and what cost that package is to get those 2 options?. Also, I saw that the Mojito is being discontinued. I think that's a terrible decision by FCA. Then I recently saw that it wasn't discontinued for 19 as of yet and Bekini is a late release. Do you have any info on the color decision. Thank you!!!.
"it drives like a drunken sailor" What nonsense. Now this is a man that is not very familiar with Jeep wranglers. " you are constantly adjusting electric assist steering"( not true). This is a good example of ,drive these vehicles yourself, don't believe the stuff on the internet.
Umm...or don’t believe a dude with a Jeep as his profile pic, perhaps. 🤷♂️. I’ve been testing Jeeps for over 20 years. You’re just a fanboy defending his turf. Good try.
While a Grand Cherokee is better for most people a few benefits for a four Wrangler even if you are not going to rock crawl is you can get it with a manual and as a convertible. There are not many practical convertibles out there that can seat four people.
Billy Sou // And over here, we have the latest model, if you have money like Bill Gates. Most millionaires buy one to drive over the weekend to events and such. The young disappointed fans of the Jeep lineup has been left out in the cold, no way they can afford a $70,000 rock crawler queen in the garage and just driven occasionally.
Test drove a rubicon JL and felt it can easily replace any commuter car... steers fine.. noise is acceptable.. amazing turning radius... doesn't drift.. just right amount of stiffness. The JL just from specs is better in every way of the JK... Not sure what isn't as good. Maybe the tacky colors? For the K02s i suggest airing down a bit.. rides fine.
I'm buying this for a daily driver and off-roading. Rubicon!
I had a 2017 Rubicon JK for a year as an everyday driver. It rides very well on street though more bumpy than other SUVs. It's not as bad as this reviewer claim it to be. I only traded it in because I'm waiting for The Scrambler next year. And yes the Wrangler has became ridiculously expensive.
Good video. Everything that drivers complain about on road will pay off when they're off road. You kinda have to work with its characteristic. But man it a beast off road!! So capable.
First? First!
It's improved a lot but man have they made it so expensive. I can't imagine how much more one has to spend for the upcoming Hybrid or Diesel
FedoraMcGentlesir - with the diesel, at least a $4000 upcharge. The turbo is at least $500 extra.
Sometimes when you want it bad enough you got to pull the trigger. Despite the price increase I just know that a lot of people are still going to buy it. That's just how good and cool this Jeep is.
FedoraMcGentlesir 54k
2000 more!!
The JLU is a hoot. I bought a Sport S and put some 285/70 tires on it. Even the Sport S is extremely capable. Its just so much more friendly to drive daily than the JK. I love mine.
My JK vs JL comparison (for me, a 2 door Rubicon soft top)
My JL pros
-possibly the new 2.0 engine (I also like the Pentastar)
-8 speed transmission (much better than JK transmission)
-quicker throttle response
-soft top without ‘cross bar’
-soft top no zippers
-quieter soft top
-body color roll bar
-flat horizontal dash
-lighter/aerodynamic tweaks = better MPG
-real metal interior detail
-real hardware (not faux bolts) interior
-more inputs and other interior conveniences
-larger cup holders
-air vents for cooling under hood
-more rake in windshield (think rock damage)
-doors stay opened, and close better
-cabin is slightly longer
-doors remove easier/faster
-telescopic adjusting steering wheel
-bigger storage tub
-stronger and lighter tailgate
-better hood latches
-easier drain plug access (without needing to move carpet)
My JL cons
-auto start/stop (I’m not sure how to disable it)
-the bumpers (front and back)
-front running lights on fender flare
-too much digital visual “noise” on dash
-rear camera (I know I can take it off - and I will)
-no hard drive in radio to store music (I like that in the 430 in JK)
-the $ cost $
Your audio is spectacular
Antonio Talarico Thanks, Antonio!
The safety feature in this Wrangler I found most unique is the fact that the back-up camera that is embedded in center of the spare tire on the back door.
People will trick out this Jeep thanks to Mopar. In the previous generation Wrangler - a backup camera wasn’t available unless you had take it to a Jeep dealer to install a Mopar backup camerakit for it. Otherwise, you would need aftermarket parts.
But any Wrangler can conquer most anything (road and off-road conditions). The Rubicon edition? - almost everything.
Very clever integration of many new items here. Looks great.
I test drove one of these I thought it drove really well on the street
Great review as always and the background music was a nice touch! I just bought one and if you lower the tire pressure to 36-37psi the steering improves. Most come delivered with well over 40psi
acurabmw Good to know! Congrats.
Your audio is amazing!
Huh. Never got this comment even once in 20 years and now twice in 2 days!? Thanks!
Je suis Français et c'est agréable que vous parliez doucement...
I understood everything! Greatest description for this beautiful Jeep. Thank you.
Smart man this is brilliant!
You recommend to buy a different jeep other than the Rubicon if we are going to use it for a every day driving and not for out road. What jeep you recommend then?
I’m watching all these Jeep Wrangler videos when I have no plan to buy one.
If you don't mind, how did mine rate for you? Did you find it helpful and/or entertaining?
TestDriveNow Reviews by Auto Critic Steve Hammes you did a great job because you earned a subscription from me and yes it was entertaining because I watched the entire video.
Wrangler is the ONLY Jeep.
FUHL The old XJ Cherokees were good jeeps. The only non wrangler/CJ I've really enjoyed.
Class1X Games
agreed. I was referring to the current Jeep lineup.
The engine is good but a lot of that goodness is owed to the transmission
Great very thorough review. I really want a 2019. I read that there will be an available auto breaking and speed sensitive cruise control option. Can you tell me what package and what cost that package is to get those 2 options?. Also, I saw that the Mojito is being discontinued. I think that's a terrible decision by FCA. Then I recently saw that it wasn't discontinued for 19 as of yet and Bekini is a late release. Do you have any info on the color decision. Thank you!!!.
"it drives like a drunken sailor" What nonsense. Now this is a man that is not very familiar with Jeep wranglers. " you are constantly adjusting electric assist steering"( not true). This is a good example of ,drive these vehicles yourself, don't believe the stuff on the internet.
Umm...or don’t believe a dude with a Jeep as his profile pic, perhaps. 🤷♂️. I’ve been testing Jeeps for over 20 years. You’re just a fanboy defending his turf. Good try.
Curious about long term reliability vs..say something like 4runner?
Is it a good option to drive as a daily vehicle except off road.
While a Grand Cherokee is better for most people a few benefits for a four Wrangler even if you are not going to rock crawl is you can get it with a manual and as a convertible. There are not many practical convertibles out there that can seat four people.
SS S as well this in 4 door variant has more storage space... it’s actually bigger hat the grand Cherokee
I will only get 2 door jeeps. A wrangler should be 2 door.
Do you mind sharing what trail you were driving on?
This is a seasonal use road near where I live in upstate New York.
@@stevehammes I'm in Albany as well and own a Wrangler, but don't know any places to take it :)
Great review keep it up .
I still don't get why the rear door opens towards the road and not the sidewalk.
DigitalYojimbo i think you made a mistake buddy.
Francis Taylor American car, American review, Michigan plates; wtf are you smoking and can I have some ?
love you as always
Great as always Steve!!
Thank you, Facundo!
Catch me if you can......* goes off roading*
Steve Hammes aka Sergeant brody
Recall wrangler
54$k
back here to watch this video again and it has 666 likes!
👍👍👍
For that kind of money,I wouldn’t want to run over a crack in the asphalt.
Buy a used one for 1/2 the price.
Nic Parker used rubicon is still more than 30k
Most Wranglers maintain their resale value, especially the Rubicon.
Billy Sou // And over here, we have the latest model, if you have money like Bill Gates. Most millionaires buy one to drive over the weekend to events and such. The young disappointed fans of the Jeep lineup has been left out in the cold, no way they can afford a $70,000 rock crawler queen in the garage and just driven occasionally.
Lol good luck