Watch This Before You Buy A New Wrangler: 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL Expert Buyer's Guide
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"I don't have any friends because all I talk about is jeeps" love it
Me too 😂😂
Lol
Same here
As someone who has built a TJ from the base model... if you want the lockers and axles, and you don't mind the interior differences... just buy the Rubicon. The drive train upgrades will cost more than the price difference between models.
Very comprehensive review! You just condensed weeks of my own research into 15 minutes. Wish I would have seen before I ordered my Rubi. But thankfully I don't have buyer's remorse as this just supported most of my decisions. Keep up the great work!
He’s gotten so much better at reviews , so awesome to see him keep progressing. Keep up the good work guys !
Well done! I just got my ‘18 Sport JLU w/ “Freedom Top”, 6-speed manual, anti-spin diff, & all-terrain tires. It was a new ‘18 still on the lot, so I got it for a great price! I love it so far!
Do you still love it? That had roll up windows then or is it the sport S with power?
Great job Tommy thats what this channel needs ! information that's why we come to TFL to get that inside information
Always come to TFL for Jeep news!
Who *doesn't* come to TFL for Jeep news/stuff?
I just got the 4 door 2018 Unlimited JL Rubicon manual transmission. Your site was very helpful. Thanks so much.
Tommy and his father have made the choice to buy a new Jeep a easy choice for me. Thank you for all the great videos and hard work you both do.
Just ordered my JLU Rubicon! Much thanks to TFL for all their help in my purchase 👍
Still rolling it?
Waiting for the pick up. Nice video
Great video. I'd like to see more of these buyer guide videos. Great work Tommy!!!!!👍👍👍👍👍
WE purchased a JL Rubicon 2018 with the 3.6 CYL. Hardtop 2 DR. It is fully loaded with every option, and even the steel bumpers. We did not get the smokers package so we saved the $30.00 The unit is a daily runner for her, and she loves her "girl truck" .Wonderful vehicle in all weather, and fun to drive. Highly recommend it!
I watch your earlier shows , bought myself a wangler unlimited sport 4 door model with hard top for 41k , end of January, love the my Jeep , took it to some long road trip , good gas mileage , very capable , comfortable ......will never trade it for any other vehicle
This guy is pretty straight forward and honest, I like that.
Thank you Tommy for the tutorial on the JL it was most informative you talked me into buying a Rubicon JK now I’m kind of leaning toward the JL Rubicon thanks for going over all the options look forward to more videos from you!!
I remember the first time you joined your dad doing a video. Man you have come a long way, Great job Tommy!! Really good work, your best yet! If I ever do get a jeep (I own a 17' ZR2) I probably would want the 2 door like you, break over angle being the big reason. Love that new JL though. Keep up the good work man!
Great Job Tommy! Growing Up talking about Wranglers. Not too shabby.
Excellent review! I tend to be a top of the line kind of buyer so go big or go home!!!
I'm so glad you included the specs for the 2 door, very good information! Thank you!
I've had my base model JL Sport 2-door for three weeks now and just love it. Only options I added were the Air Conditioning (I live in Central Florida) and the Anti-Spin Differential Rear Axle. I can't believe the ease of removing the doors and putting down the top; which is something I need to do frequently when I'm in the field (my Jeep is basically my office). The windshield is easy to lower once you can get the wipers off - the wipers do not like to cooperate when you want them off! But just keep wiggling them and they'll eventually come off. I'm getting an average of 23 mph after three fill-ups. Great, great vehicle. It's already gotten me out of a few tight spots when I venture out further than usual!
Great job Tommy, always a pleasure to watch your very informative videos. Myself and most friends have ordered loaded Rubicons (4dr). A bit older than you so not worried about cost, and it's is still a great value when you consider I'll own it for at least 10 years!
Wow... Just wow. So much useful information in this video, concise and no BS. I've watched it end to end 4 times as I make notes on the New Wrangler I want to get. Thank you so much for this. When will you being the 2019 models and features?
Base sport 4 door is best value for THE money. My choice too. Good job explaining all options Tommy! You know your stuff when it comes to Wranglers!
Its a brand new vehicle. He did his research on it and is comparing the new specs to old ones. Only the engineers who designed it know all the stuff without reading the new specs. Why you being a jerk? Get a life
I've been obsessed over the gen5 4runner for a couple of years now. My wife and I drove a JL manual unlimited and then a TRD Trail right after, both of which were the 2019 model, and the 4R felt muted and uncompelling. I actually forgot that I was driving my dream car... it just felt ordinary and plain.
That being said the ride quality was by far superior in the 4R. Less fidgety steering, quieter ride with more comfortable seats, more glowy buttons to press and still had a locking rear diff. At the end of the day, it still felt tamed and dull, lacking any personality and merely just getting us to where we needed to go without any excitement.
Manual 4d Rubicon, cold weather package, soft top, all season mats, aux buttons and the rear cargo tracks.
Pretty good video and of course the Rubicon yet already driving Dodge and Jeep SUV's. Really, I would get a four door automatic, Navigation, with heated steering wheel, and seats and towing package.
The Rubicon was never cheap. My 2009 stickered at $38k* when new and I just did a similar online build that totaled $49k. After 10 years the improvements are well worth it, in my opinion. Still, I don't know too many new vehicles that you can nearly double the MSRP after adding all options (and then add even more upgrades when you get it home).
* Back in 2009 Chrysler discounted Rubicons by $9k to just $29k to raise cash.
Proud owner of a new sting gray Rubicon! It's got the cold weather group which is quite handy here in Colorado! Thanks for all the great info! Now getting some new KM3s put on tomorrow!!
Wow! So much appreciation for this 4wd.
The 4 door Sahara Version with Leather seats and colored hardtop. I currently have a 2017 like that I like the extra items that come with the Sahara version.
Tommy, great job on the buyer's guide. You just might have the coolest job in the world. My 2 cents FWIW: Jeeps have become so unbelievably complicated, that they are losing their appeal to us old farts. We fell in love with the elegant simplicity and the fact that they were so easy to work on, plus so capable off-road. I cannot deny the cool factor of the available front and rear Dana 44, 4:10 gears, lockers, and swaybar disconnect. However, the rest of it (modern - day Jeep with it's excess tech) is for the pavement pounder, soccer mom, business man who drives in traffic. Sadly, the Jeepness is lost.
I'm an purist and hate the new Jeep unlimited. It is an SUV in my eyes now and priced crazy.
I am not into Jeeps 🚙 but your video was so well presented and informative that I watched until the end.
Well last October I bought a 2017 Willy’s 2 door soft top. Couldn’t be more happy with it for the money. Honestly if it were priced like these new JL’s I couldn’t have done it.
Slingsomelead
Count your blessings for Joe inexpensive your cars are generally in the USA. Even compared to Jeep UK for example.
They are just going to keep going up in price lol. SAD.
Thank you for all of your wonderful videos! I just bought a Sahara w/nav-alpine, cold weather, LED, better soft top and auto trans
Oliver Brown pentestar?
Thank you so much for that great break down. I could never get a straight story when I tried to order the exact JL that I want.
Best video review on RUclips!
Expertly done and independent.
In the UK there is a Wrangler Overland model.
Same price as the Rubicon at £48,365 (US$64,168) OUCH!
Two engine options:
2.0 Liter lnline4, GME T4 Hurricane Turbo, petrol, 270 hp / 295 lb.ft.
2.2 Liter lnline4, 16V Multijet II Turbo Diesel, 200 hp / 332 lb.ft.
Nice Job Tommy. Getting better and better. Keep at it! Is that your baby? Grats! I have been waiting for my Punk'n that I ordered on 2/3. Love to meet you guys sometime. Keep the great content coming!
Great job! Me, the Sport 2-door with the manual transmission, anti-spin rear diff, A/C, and a hard top. Living in Houston this would be the perfect vehicle for going from fishing spot to fishing spot.
Nice overview, Tommy. Good to see ya back!
Wow, did I learn a lot in this Video...Thanks!
We love our JL Rubicon! It goes everywhere off road we want to go. Locking dif front and rear help a lot. We have the 2 door Rubicon, wouldn’t want anything else. Take out the back seats, lots of storage for two people.
I have seen the video and am now very well informed, as I ordered the Rubicon unlimidet version.
Great video and great description of the Wrangler for us in Europe.
Tommy is back! Look more like your dad w/o the glasses. Very informative and detailed video even though I’m not buying a Jeep.
Very thorough review. Love the content you gentleman produce!
My solution to the storage issue is the same as always: Get a two door, and either tumble or completely remove the rear seats. I so rarely travel with more than one other person that I'd be fine with having the less than ideal rear seats for the lower cost. I'd get the Rubicon two door. I like the proportions a whole lot more than on the four door.
Right on, to me the 4 doors look absolutely ridiculous. Just goofy, awkward and scream soccer mom mobile. I'm a minimalist. Most men are or at least were. I never thought in a million years you would see guys needing all this extra room like women cramming all sorts of shit in their rigs. If you're going for a 4 dr luxury vehicle, good Lord, get a Grand Cherokee. I'm sorry, but Wranglers were never meant to be luxury 4 door vehicles. They're utilitarian. To me, the only true Jeeps are 2 door Wranglers. The rest how they get the Jeep badge is incomprehensible.
I'm also not a fan of all the tech that goes into modern vehicles. That's the main reason I intend to get a TJ rather than a JK or JL. I can drive the car without needing its permission.
MultiPurposeReviewer I have an 08 2 door JK. Only because I was driving my wife's car for almost two months and felt compelled to buy that day. Of course I wanted the 05 Rocky Mountain TJ. But the bank said too many miles and couldn't approve the loan. This 08 was me settling. But it's not too bad actually. I have it looking and driving almost exactly as I would like it. But when the time comes, I'll be getting an 06 TJ Rubicon. That's for sure.
Jeep Life71 to me at least I would rather have a 4 door Wrangler I like the looks personally(mostly because I like LWB vehicles longer and wide feels more planted so I wouldn't have to worry as much about the roll over risk). also i'd rather have a 4door jeep to carry my cousins and friends because they all love going for drives and having fun so I want to be able to bring them with me. Also I'm not gonna not take it off road if I get a jeep I'm gonna drive it how its meant to be driven so she's gonna get dirty although ill clean it off right after cause I love offloading but I love a nice clean jeep too. Is your jeep a soft top and does it sit outside? ive been in between a soft and hard top but idk how the durability of the soft tops are sitting in the sun especially since they are black and I live in Florida. im sorry for this long paragraph.
Shawn Prickett I have a soft top. My Jeep does sit outside since my family's stuff is in our one car garage. Looking to get a car port though. It can be noisy in high wind but I usually have the top down and doors off anything at 55 degrees and up. The wind isn't bad for me. I find it worse with the spider web shade. The safari nx glide top is much better wind wise. I'm in Virginia where the spring summer and up until Halloween, the doors and top are off. In Florida, you can have them off year round. Personally I don't like hard tops. They are difficult to remove and Jeeps were never meant to cocoon its passengers.
Great job in your presentation. All around informative and comprehensive.
I’m happy Tommy is back! Hopefully he enjoyed his trip abroad.
Great video Tommy! Always look forward to your videos. I would get the Sahara with the 2L turbo with select track. If the sport s offered the select track I would get that instead.
I'm not in either of the 2 groups, but I still watched the video :) I'd like to see more if this type of breakdown for other suv/trucks.
Nice!
Great video. I am closely watching the JL roll-out. I am going to stick with my JK as Jeep works out the kinks.
I love the extra footage in that old town with the jeeps driving around behind each other. Clever ;)
Saying that he doesn't have any friends, because he spends too much time talking about Wranglers was such a turn on. 🙈😍😂💕
Ummm 🤔
very informative and detailed. thank you. I've been thinking between a Sahara or sport 4dr...still thinking
Tommy those snow shovels are removable. Nice video keep up the good work.
Good evening I've just purchased the 2018 jl .its my first jeep and I'm in love all over again .i don't like the grill .i want something more aggressive .but it's all good
Best TFL video I've seen yet! Thanks.
I love the 8.4 screen, being able to lock, unlock, find my Jeep and start it with an app on my phone. I love the leather seats, I got the tan with the metallic crystal. Cold weather group, led group, all the warning systems for $56,000. Its worth every penny. Plus love the lockers. No way I’m going back to coach. First class for me from now on baby
That is a very nice 2 door Rubicon. I agree with you, there's nothing like a 2 dr Wrangler. I have a family and still could not bring myself to buy an unlimited. My sons are young and climb right in the back with no issues. Especially during the warmer months when the doors and top are always off. Of course, my wife only likes my JK when we go to the Obx and drive on the beaches. Yes, storage is a bit of an issue. Which is why I bought a versa hitch with a dual post cargo rack that holds up to 300lbs. And with the weather proof jumbo storage bag. That won my wife over, well sorta. But I made it work and won my argument. 2 dr Wranglers forever for me. Great video Tommy!
Jeep Life71 did I hear myself talking? Jejejeje your right bro. I had a two door 2012 sport and it was a blast. It was rough having a baby one year after I bought it, but I manage to live with it until my second one came in. Sold it and bought myself two family sedans, but in two more years I'm going for the classic two door again. This time with a soft top, manual trans, right there you'll save like 3 grand plus another $3500 for being a two door and being classic is a $6500 savings. People don't get that this an off-road vehicle and not Mercedes.
mextijuas5 I hear ya. There's nothing like a 2 door Wrangler. It's a love hate relationship. One day she's going great, the next it's what's wrong with this thing now? Usually after wheelin'. It's just something minor I can fix in my driveway though. I wouldn't drive anything else. Well maybe a '69 Chevelle but then again I can't take a Chevelle off road.
We like to think that the 2-door Wrangler is small because it traditionally has been. I ordered mine under that frame of mind, but once I started checking on the dimensions, I saw that the overall length is only 0.3" shorter than the 4-door XJ that I used to own and I most definitely did not consider that "small" back then. Even with the back seats on the XJ in their normal position, I always had enough room for carrying luggage for 2 people when going to the airport or all the groceries when we went grocery shopping. Originally, I was thinking that I would be removing the rear seats on the JL that I ordered just to have useful carrying capacity for daily driving, but I'm not so sure that will be necessary. I'll still probably do it since I hardly ever carried more than 1 passenger in my Ram 1500 QuadCab (that I sold to make room for the JL that I ordered).
why is a 2 door better than the 4 door?
+Kuel
Smaller and more nimble... Like the difference between a Cayman and a Panamera... Also, the 4-door has that whole soccer mom image thing that some like to avoid... :)
Man Tommy's gotten so good at doing these! Nice work
This is one of the best videos I've ever seen on RUclips describing the myriad choices you can get in a Wrangler. I would have to go with the Rubicon if I was to buy one. Something about that red dashboard grabs me.
Excellent video. Your advice, Tommy, is also that of an expert because of your knowledge about the new Wrangler in all its guises. The one point you might consider in the future would be to tone down what something is worth and what it may not be worth. I say this because folks with enough money will not mind spending $2,000 for a body colored hard top, while folks who are on a far more limited budget may not be able to afford that. (This would also apply to many other options.) In my case, I'm 70 years old and retired but with an excellent Roth IRA for additional income we don't pay taxes on, my wife and I can afford any Jeep Wrangler with any of the options we want on our car. My wife doesn't like the "body colored hardtop." She, and this again is a matter of personal preference, likes the "contrasting color." When we ordered our JK Unlimited Rubicon in February 2012, we got it without body color fender flares. (This was my wife's idea.) Deb has finally arrived at the idea that she likes the body colored fender flares, so that's what we'll order on our JL Rubicon. We're also going to order the dual top group. (I note what you said about the better quality soft top IS worth paying extra for, so thank you for saying so!) Your videos are always excellent. I got deeply interested in 4-wheel drives before turning 16 in 1964. My first car was a Series IIA Land-Rover. I drove L-R's for a little over 30 years, beginning in 1964. I've owned at least half a dozen Land Rovers and one 1982 (gray market) Range Rover that my business, McKane's Rover Imports of San Diego, imported at that time. These days, and since about the time we took delivery on our 2012 Rubicon in April 2012, I can assure you Jeep Wrangler's are every bit as much in my blood as they appear to be in yours! Thank you very much for such outstanding advice! You know your Jeeps and you've done your research. This is very much appreciated by a guy whose friends used to call him "Land-Rover Andy." For now, call me "JK Andy." But in less than a year we'll change this to Rubicon Andy when I have a JL Ruby in Utah and our JK Rubicon on Molokai in Hawaii. I dearly loved the "car" business. It's a wonderful way to make a living. (For about the past 30 years I've been doing serious research on Pearl Harbor and U.S. entry into WWII.) Andy McKane, Springville, Utah and Ke Nani Kai, Maunaloa, Molokai, Hawaii.
I tried for a 53k Sahara with a retractable top this weekend, and there were 2 in the state. One was in transit sold and the other dealer had so many customers on it they wouldn't dealer trade it. My dealer has to order one, and after seeing this, he's ordering two.
Selling like hot cakes got 2019 Sahara for the wife!
Very informative vid! Looking to buy in the next few days! Thanks
Please do a similar video for the Jeep Gladiator; which model you would choose and why. Thank you. Subscribed.
Great Video Tommy
Love the channel.
Need clarification regarding placing 35 inch on the stock Rubicon JL, so is that on the stock rims/wheels of the Rubicon then?
Great review. I would prefer the 2 door Sport S simply because kids are grown and much easier to manage in day to day traffic. 4 door + spare on back would be a drag to park. The 2 door would also look cool parked in the garage next to my 77 CJ! Keep up the great work, Tommy!
Thank you for this video. Been looking at a JL unlimited Rubi & I’m gonna pull the trigger. Just don’t know if it’s better to wait for the 2019 to come out to see if there’s any problems with the 2018 JL that they need to fix. I saw some videos with the steering having some problems when driving over 60mph in 2H in the new JL but it was only about 3 videos. What’s your opinion? Thanx for this video once again!!
Spot on. The 4-door Sport is the best-priced Wrangler. I was pricing 2 doors with AC and they cost more than the 4 door.
I'm going with base Rubicon Unlimited plus a few upgrades - tow group, premium sound, all weather mats, tint.
I’m looking at these real hard but a truck affords ne an option to haul. This was a great video on the different models. Never would have picked the Sport S. Thank you
The locker and sway bar option is invaluable
Thank you for your review on the JL's.
There is still one question that no one is answering:
In terms of performance, witch engine is the best?
On road and of road (power/efforts and consumption).
The 91 XJ was my wife’s dream car back in high school. The Unlimited is striking her fancy. I’m partial to Toyota, and with our 4Runner approaching 270k miles why wouldn’t I be, but we will stop by the Jeep dealer for a look.
My family has a place across the highway from the Hammers, but this vehicle will be about getting to, not over, the rocks🙂. We take the beater Suzuki Samurai when it gets really rough. But it’s nice to have extra capability when you’re traveling out there-I typically travel in 2wd, and drop into 4wd when I get a little stuck. If I’m thinking about pushing the locker button, it’s time to turn around.
The heated seat are really fast to heat with the cloth covering. The leather serves as a potholder between you and the heater. My wife bought cloth for this reason alone and they are really a bit nicer in hot weather as well. Just something to keep in mind if you are buying.
Recently became aware of the JL, therefore glad I happened upon this video. THX!
Wife is keen on the four door & I'll tell ya she is not at all keen on manual windows, so we may look into the upgraded Sport model.
Now I'm unclear if previous models offered a back-up camera or the 2018 JL will be the first it's available.
We bought our first wrangler in '99 A Saraha manuel, came with the dual top option. My wife loved putting the soft top down in the summer and the hard top for better winter protection(INDIANA). 2012 ordered our JKU Rubicon auto, also w/dual top option. I built A 2dr JL Rubicon on line the other day and the dual top option was not available. "WHY NOT"? I agree with all of the options you suggested except I would get the navigation on the jeep because i'm old and only use my IPHONE to call people. I would only ever by A Rubicon but never "LEATHER seats" yuk! My wife loves her JKU but misses the maneuverability of the 2dr. Great Review I watch all the TFL reviews the TFL team is awesome THANK YOU.
I had a 2004 Rubicon, it's undercarriage armour could take any trail safely.
FANTASTIC TOMMY!
Best thing I've seen in a while and a great insight to the JL.
Over in the UK we're thinking of getting a Wrangler U' and are not sure to wait for the JLU or get a last model JKU. Our intention is kit it for transcontinental overlanding and running some trails.
The after market is still in favour of the JK - as here jeeps sell in small numbers. I hope you'll do more video like this. 😂
Ps you presented really well and on a real person level. Great job!
2-Door rubicon, upgraded sound, premium soft top, LED headlights, manual transmission, 3.6L
My car was at the shop and I was given a 2020 Sahara at enterprise. Man I want this truck so bad 😂. I'm from New York and I'll probably never go off roading much. The Sahara is perfect for me I'm completely sold on this Jeep man I see why people love them now.
Just bought an unlimited JL in Ocean Blue in the Sport trim and love the manual doors, mirrors, locks, window cranks etc. It’s the sixties and seventies again, yeahhh!!! Lots of power and quiet inside with the freedom hardtop. I did not watch one video before I bought mine. Took the plunge and I have never owned a Jeep. This thing hauls ass and has style like no other vehicle in the world, period!!!!!! The first time my wife drove it, she said , “We can take this on a long trip”. When do we leave, honey! Buy American.......Buy JEEP!!! Now I need a Wrangler ball cap to match!! Damn it!
Great review Tommy! Love the new JL
Great vid Tommy, 4door JL sport for me and there are a few around me for $27,940 right now. They are tempting me
Nice to see you back tommy
Hey Tommy. Great review! I’m thinking about buying a Jeep. Would you recommend the soft top or hard top for snowy climates?
thanks bro.. ur very analytical interms of price for someone who is looking for cheaper option.
I just bought a 2016 JKU Sahara - best buy ever.
How many kilometers or miles were on it?? I am about go get 2014 Sahara
nice job Tommy, now i sit and wait some more for my 2 door Rubi i ordered Feb. 1st! i am hoping it comes soon as we have a trip to the Rubicon Trail in July!
awesome video. I just bought my jeep jl sport s unlimited a month ago and I love it (coming from driving a 06 minivan) only thing I wish I got was the heated seats and I can really see that keyless door entry being really helpful. One thing that gets a bit annoying is that the 5.4 inch uconnect system doesn't automatically sync to my phone when I start it up so I have to manually press Bluetooth and have 20-30 second wait to get it paired every time. Also if a passenger plugs in there phone or if I plug in my phone while bluetooth is on. It will automatically go back to the radio which is weird. maybe something an update can fix? but these are just small complaints I guess. still love the jl!
What about the diesel option rumored to come in 2019? The torque on that engine...worth waiting for?
Well, Tommy you guys are making me interested in Wranglers. So I am watching this. Great Review!! You pointed out several,model,differences and options I was not aware of. Leaning towards a 4 dr Sahara or Gr Cherokee Laredo with All Weather Trails option.. seems to plus s and minus’s to both.
Solid work. This was the first video of yours that I stumbled across, well done. You just gained your 666th subscriber. Boom!
665....thousand.
Tie downs are standard. You don't need the Trail Rail Management system to tie down. It looks like it will offer dividers and other custom things, but again, tie downs are standard.
Also looks like it robs you of cargo space if you actually use it...
Tommy, did you trade your JK for this? I've got the manual and it is outstanding!
Thoroughly enjoyed this video very informative
You didn't mention the Sky One Touch option. Granted, it was delayed a while but they are becoming more available now. My Rubicon I bought 2 weeks ago was one the first not specially ordered to be sold in Dallas with the Sky One touch. It's a great option if you live in the right climate for it.
How's road noise w the sky roof
Good video. I'm thinking of buying a Wrangler Sahara for my next vehicle. Some guys my age buy sports cars but I want a Wrangler. One big take away from the video is your choice for a value based Sport model, whereas I'm a little (lot) older with a bit more money so I know to ask for a Sahara rather than a Sport or Rubicon for the comfort features and lack of serious off-roading. Thanks for helping with my purchase decision!
I had my heart set on a nicely trimmed Sport S or a Rubicon, but you pointed out some cool things about the base Sport. I think I'll go for that. I don't need power locks, windows, or mirrors, my doors are gonna be off 24/7!!
Error at 4:25. Sport and Sahara models do not get the D44 AdvanTek rear axle unless you pay $595 extra for the limited slip option.
Good job Tommy! Very thorough. Is the FCA diesel coming as an option as well in the near future?