2024 Jeep 'Rubicon' vs 'Rubicon X' Brutally Honest Review by Wrangler Owner
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- Опубликовано: 27 май 2024
- I have some thoughts about the NEW 2024 JEEP WRANGLER RUBICON and RUBICON X. I will take you on a tour of the differences between these two top trims on the new Wranglers in 2024 and give you my honest options of the new updates!
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Chapters:
00:00 - Rubicon vs Rubicon X
01:40 - New Grill in 2024
02:53 - Front Bumper Changes
04:15 - Fenders and Paint Matched Tops
07:00 - New Antenna Location
07:41 - Interior Changes
08:00 - New Power Leather Seats
08:55 - Changed Roll Bar
11:35 - Problem with the Power Seats
13:29 - Missing Cupholders
15:00 - Memory Seats?
15:29 - Center Console
15:49 - Dash Changes
16:36 - Steering Wheel
17:15 - New Screen on Dash
23:04 - Thoughts on New Dash
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Yep just bought one, 77k for what it is, should be 40… whatever wife wants I guess lol
The larger “crash cans” as you call them come on the winch equipped models because the roller fairlead sticks out farther. If you don’t get the factory winch then you get the regular “crash cans”
I'm guessing that's a regulation thing. Couldn't get certified with a winch without those awful looking crash cans.
If you have a winch with steel capable, you get a ruler farif, it's rope.
You get together, Fairland.
I believe if you look on top, the little rubber mat will come out and you have mounting hardware places up there.
I'm guessing the larger crash cans are for additional coverage for the low speed crash test when equipped with the winch.
You can mount things on the dash. Lift the rubber pieces on the left and right and you will find holes to mount accessories.
Picked up my ordered 2024 Rubicon X. Had it for three and a half days before a "shift service" warning came on. It has now been at the dealer for repair for eleven days. They are waiting for the part to arrive. I contacted Jeep to see if they could expedite the part. Thought maybe they would want to help a new buyer. This large company couldn't help. Only had 90 miles. Being a new Jeep product owner isn't going well.
I'm right there with you. My 24 Sport S 4xE has had electric battery issues and the service department has no solution. Loving the vehxile otherwise, but am probably never going hybrid again.
Sorry to hear that! I've wanted a wrangler for a long time but reliability has to improve, I just don't have the patience for it. I hope your issues are resolved soon!
Well, the thing to remember is that Jeep is steel Chrysler and Chrysler is crap
Any update on that?
Same for mine at 122 miles.
I went to a dealer that only sells used wranglers, and one thing I noticed is that all the ones with leather seat were like sitting on a rock. The leather dries out because people don’t properly condition them, and it makes the seats super uncomfortable. If I were to buy a wrangler, I’d go for cloth seats and put neoprene seat covers over the top of them. Can’t go wrong that way.
Exactly what I did. First week I got my new Jeep...Rough Country seat covers and Tuxmat floor mats!!
Modern leather is coated. There is no conditioning.
Great video! Thank you for going over each Rubicon model, it was great!
I haven’t seen too many people comment but on the dash if you pull up the rubber mats there are mounting screws specifically meant for mounting options. I’ve only heard one or two RUclips channels mentioned that.
Casey, I have a 2014 JKUX 😄 in 2014 it was called "Hard Rock" in 2014. I didn't know it was called a "X" until I ran the vin and got the build sheet for it. Great video. Thanks for making it.
Thanks Case, good honest review!
Very informative video, thanks for putting it together. I am currently considering updating/upgrading from my current 2014 Wrangler so this is timely.
Jeep should contact you as all your opinions were spot on with updated dash and seats. Great upload.
Why didn’t you compare the mechanical differences? Would have been nice to know those. Is the RubiX the same as the Extreme Recon was?
I agree with almost all of your observations. Good job Casey
If you add the Sky One Touch to a Rubicon it changes the side lines of the roof to color match but not the fenders. I like the look on the Anvil color Rubicon with Sky One Touch.
You get matching fenders and roof in the Sahara models as well. The front and rear bumpers are color matched too
The longer "crash cans" are part of the winch plate kit, at least for my 2020 Gladiator it was. I opted to not put those larger dorky ones on when I installed my winch. I left the standard ones on.
I'm glad they're fully trail-rated now! Shits real now!
I just ordered a new 2024 Wrangler unlimited Rubicon X. The updates are awesome with the 35" tire package with beadlock ready wheels, electrically controlled leather seats, the rear floating axle, the full time four wheel drive, the 4.88 gearing , the body colored high velocity clear coat hardtop with body colored fenders, great premium sound system with factory soundproofing, and factory steel bumpers with winch. Awesome package, quite different from my 1957 Willys 1 ton truck. The one ton willys truck is a hoot to drive without power steering or air condition but I am really looking forward to getting my new Rubicon X in three or four months after UAW strike ends. I have waited over thirty years to get my Rubicon!
Hopefully your order moves quick doesn't end up like most...waiting in a queue. Some orders won't be received for 6 months and at that point the 2025's will be out within a couple months. I ordered a Rubicon X on June 26th and sat in order confirmed up until last Friday when I cancelled my order and moved on like many others have done. It was clear Jeeps focus is not on customer orders anymore like it use to be.
Thank you for your concern. I know that waiting a long time is not my strength but truly love the new Rubicon X package and have always wanted a new Rubicon. Even though the new Ford Bronco is interesting and certainly a good offer by Ford, I really want a Rubicon. I ordered from Jim Butler Jeep in Linn MO, Steven Boeckman is my salesperson, and got a wonderful deal below MSRP that has the price locked in. I figure the UAW strike will cause the prices to go up. I truly hope the the UAW members and Stellantis are able to reach a fair deal to compromise and continue to produce such amazing wranglers. They have come a long way. They are truly expensive but are comparable to other prices of vehicles that are similar. I hope I will be surprised by receiving my Rubicon X before Christmas. Besides the wait, I have my wife encouraging me to buy a Rubicon now before prices go up and because I was able to get such a good price. The fact that she supports me in my purchase means a great deal to me, I will wait and hope! By ordering a 3.6 Pentastar engine with automatic fulltime four wheel drive , 4.88 gearing, and a three-piece hardtop I hope I will avoid delays in production.I will let you know my progress. I have received the vehicle ID# on 9/19/2023 and now wait for scheduling for production. @@jimbov23
Strike UAW strike is now at tentative deal with workers returning to work! I hope mine will be scheduled for production soon!
The waiting period has been pretty bad without any scheduled production as of 12/23/2023. I ordered my Rubicon X on 09/19/2023 , over three months without word on any scheduled production. Other buyers have waited longer than me. Awesome vehicle but brutal waiting period!
@@Dr.HunterGreenwoodDCND A colleague of mine who ordered in August hasn't heard anything on his either and sitting in the same order received status as of Day 1. Dealership was hoping to see something by end of Q1. At that point by the time he receives it he should just order a 2025. Jeep as a whole is messed up.
Great overview. I do have a '23 Gladiator Rubi with leather trim and there are cup holders in the rear on the floor as well as in the center seat fold out.
Great review. I never thought about the antenna in the windshield costing more, but it makes total sense that it would. I'll keep my 2023. Upgrade the cameras, please, and a rear washer for the rear camera.
If you want the steel bumper on the standard Rubicon it is packaged with the winch. The RubiconX comes with the steel bumper and the winch os an option. I have a RubiconX on order but who knows when they will start building them again.
Love your videos. The button for the seat memory is on the drivers door. There is a 1 and 2 for two different memory settings. I have it on my Grand Cherokee.
That might be the case for the Grand Cherokee but the only buttons I saw on the Wrangler Rubicon X were for Lock/Unlock and window adjustments.
The doors can be removed on a Wrangler. You can't remove doors on a Grand Cherokee, hence they can put more electronics in them.
The blue Jeep has a factory installed winch and winch bumper. Those are the stock parts if you ordered the winch on the 2024. The extensions stick out further for additional protection because of the fair lead of the winch.
Memory seat position is awesome. Had it on a previous vehicle.
Thanks for this interesting video ! 👍🏼 Do you know if the "standard premium cabin package that adds acoustic front glass, thicker carpet and additional sound-deadening foam in the windshield header, front cowl and B-pillars for a quieter" who come with 2024 Wrangler 392, Rubicon X and High Altitude will be also on the 2024 Gladiator if yes on which models ?
392 gets leather, power seats, matching top and fenders, as well the xtreme recon package (standard)
I prefer the rear floor cup holders to hide my beer while driving 😅. But I never never drive drunk!!
Great video! Just wish you had compared two completely stock Rubicon Jeeps.
im lucky to have 2 at all that hadn't been sold quickly
New screen is awesome!!! Works better than anything I’ve used in the past and I’m really happy with it … flawless and well executed design
Great point on the new roll bar decreasing head room. I guess all the Jeep designers are short
18:29 There are mounting points under the rubber pads on each side of the dash for AMPS mounts.
Screen is very customizable. Resolution is excellent. I’ve watched countless vids where folks have mounted an iPad or equivalent.
Apple CarPlay lets me display apps from my phone so I can display onX or GaiGPS to see off-road maps
The problem with the Wrangler is it’s engine the V6 is very weak specially when adding weight like big tires, steel bumpers etc…
How much more expensive is the windshield with the antenna in it vs one without and is the windshield more durable now?
Good review Casey ! The rectangular ac vents below the screen definitely seem inconsistent with the circular vents till now and is not in line with the rugged charecter of the Jeep. I dont think even power seats were required. The black hollow portion between the front grills make the grill less visible. I feel all Jeeps should come with a factory dashcam by default.
What are the sticker prices on both Jeeps? Thanks
I've got a '22 Rubicon with the leather seats and the cup holders are built into the seats as well.
My 22 rubicon has leather seats but my cup holders are still on the floor. 🤔 I went with the katzkin leather.
Do they come with an option yet for the regular pickup truck hemi engine?
Yes new grill - more air flow. Do we really need more airflow? I have a juicy bumper and never had issues with cooling. But I also see more dirt going though that grill as well.
My 18 JLUR with leather does not have cup holders in the rear looks exactly as you showed
Ah thanks for mentioning that. My 2020 with cloth has in them in the floor.
Just an FYI I have the leather seats in my 2020 2 door rubi, and they last fine if you maintain them. But you have to maintain them (I oil mine at least once a year, sometimes twice). Properly maintained leather tends to last longer than cloth, and they are easier to clean mud off of as well. You just need to clean, oil, and apply protect-ant once or twice a year. That said I am not very fond of the new interiors (including the wide screen), so thanks for showing this.
I ordered cloth seats in my 2020 JL...I wanted leather, but I knew I would be putting seat covers in my Jeep anyways. I would not have done that if I had ordered leather. How are the leather seats with spills and stains? Sounds like you are OCD like me, when it comes to my Jeep. My neighbors laugh at me, because they say I clean my Jeep more then I drive it!
@@tomroume3178 leather seats properly cared for (oiled and treated) are super easy to clean up, as the oil you put in the leather helps prevent most substances from soaking in. You can just wipe off the spilled substance, then use leather cleaner, then re-oil and you are set. Now if you spill a solvent, or something with high acid or base content that would be a different story. But for most food spills it's an easy clean up.
what cleaner and oil do you recommend?@@sorenmelchior
I am currently using the detailing product kit that came with my Jeep (when I purchased it with leather interior I received a full detail kit from dealership). The "brand" is "Auto Armor". Once it is used up I will find a reputable replacement product.@@alexkaa6351
My 30 year old Jeep XJ withe 343,000 miles has the original cloth seats. No rips, tears or holes. But my girlfriend's 2015 Subaru with only 90,000 miles has leather seats and the front ones are so ripped up that she had to get seat covers.
not a fan of the new dash.. square vents, wide glossy touch screen, like you said, seems less Jeepy.. makes me even happier with my '21 Gladiator.
Wouldn't trade the circular vents (which are awesome) for the new screen. Plus I love my phone and camera mounts. The full float rear axle makes me a little jealous however.
I believe if you remove the plastic tray above the dash it will have mounting screws for accessories.
So I looked all over the internet. The Rubicon X comes with the Rock-trac full time 4wd transfer case. From the info I found on different sites. As well as stellantis sheets and on a stellantis site. The 35 inch tire package comes with the auto tranny. Then below that info it said heated steering wheel. Then below that is said full time 4wd transfer case. It says nothing that the 6spd tranny does not come with the full time transfer case. Do you think thats the case?
I love the screen and the new features! Sold my JK to buy one.
I heard that the larger crash cans are only for Jeeps that come with the factory winch
Yep!
That seems to make a lot of sense.. so don't order factory winches lol
That is correct.
13:36 I am 6’ 5” and sat in the 2024 at Jeep Beach. I found the electric seat offers a more comfortable seating position for me.
my 2018 jeep with leather has cupholders in the flip down rear seat so that has been that way a long time
You can raise or lower the seat hight to help with head clearance.
Is there a separate swith for the winch or do they use one of the 4 auxiliary switches.
I believe its just a standard warn winch with regular winch controls using a wired remote.
@@Casey250 Oic, for some reason, I always thought it had to be wired to a switch. Thanks!
Can you still get gorilla glass in the windshield? I have a 2022 Willys that I ordered and it has the gorilla glass in it no rock chips at all
Yes, my new Rubicon X has gorilla glass
The Regular Rubicon can come with leather automatic seats btw and there is mounting points for ur phone underneath those inserts on the top of the dash. 👍🏻
This videos makes me even happier to just be holding on to my 2015 Rubicon.
Does Rubicon (not X) only comes with cloth seats?
You can get a color-match roof on the ‘plain' Rubicon by ordering the Sky-One Touch top. And leather seats are avail on the Rubicon as a $2K option.
I wouldn't put. Skyone touch on my jeep even if you paid me.
I have the 22 Rubicon with leather and yes the rear section has No cup holders except on the center console.
Did they fix the clutch issue?
The crash cans are different between factory winch or not. Winch factory has bigger cans
I’m not a fan of the new infotainment screen either Casey. I’m glad I got my 2022 Wrangler Rubicon when I did. Oh I was sold on the katzkin leather seats after sitting in one. Way better than the normal leather you get with the package.
Why would they move the roll bar forward so you can hit your head if uou are taller than 6’?
2:18 I love how the grill was the main reason why the Diesel Gladiator overheated.. and finally in 2024 they release a better grill, but then they delete the diesel option ??? lol
The larger bump stops are on winch models
Do they make any engines that are good? I know the 3.6 eats cams whats the deal with the turbo 4? Any issues
Ummmm, the 392
Not trying to bash your otherwise fine review, but how did you miss the 392???
is the trails offroad navigation software on both models? or all models for that matter? Seemed like it may have some cool trail maps/navigation features
This software does not exist on my Rubicon X. Based on research into other forums, Jeep has not released this feature yet. However, they advertise it, which is misleading and annoying. My understanding is this feature will eventually be released to 2024+ Wrangler models on a future software update. Not sure when this will be, however.
I have leather in my 2023 far out edition JLRD. The cup holders are on the seat.
What about door hinge corrosion issues?
The 2024 Rubicon X no longer have the Front Axle Disconnect (FAD). They use the same FAD delete plate used on the Wrangler 392.
I do like the new screen, but I really prefer my Heigh10, as with that I have wireless CarPlay, all the gauges, and several camera, and I have my fire stick connected to it so so can watch any thing I want on the screen.
So the Rubicon now gets the Sport style orange gauges instead of the red? Interesting.
Take the bumper end piece off for approaching obstacles
2018 JL and the back cup holders are in the seat only.
I've had many vehicles with programmable seats, we never used em, just traded a 2021 Tahoe High Country, didnt know what half the damn buttons did, lol! Dont feel like programmable seats are a biggie on a Wrangler.
i have a 2021 Rubicon xr and there was no cupholders on the floor. it's in the drop down. also, the seats only had the nets in mine also. though i did get my jeep xr in late 2021 so it could be a 22 lol
Did the X have paddles on the steering wheel for gearing?
Only the 392s have paddles.
if someone wants leather. They can always have the dealer custom order the mopar/katzkin leather with any design. Then it gets installed once the jeep arrives at the dealership. Since you cant factory order the Mopar/katzkin leather anymore. With the exception of the 2 door Rubicon. You would have to pay for the installation
Nice screen. I love it but they should have redesigned the whole cockpit
I like the JKs
I agree with your input on the new screen not really feeling it compared to the old one. I will say what I'm most disappointed about with 2024 moving forward is the fact that they got rid of the overland trim for JTs. Luckily, I have my Overland already, but for some who were maybe waiting to buy that specific trim, it makes them have to potentially pay even more for features that they want, but also forcing them to get a Rubicon with features that they may not necessarily need. But they did keep the Sahara trim, which is basically the Overland trim for the wrangler. Why couldn't they have done that for the gladiator kind of odd. I've said it over and over but I'd much have my fully loaded Overland than a Rubicon with plastic fenders, cloth seats, and halogen lights.
HaHa the lighter means that's the cigar and tuxedo edition. If you raise the headrest would your dead still hit the rollbar? It also looks like the front cam is still low res.... You are right that updates to the resolution and functionality would be more appreciated over carving the widescreen into the existing dash design.
The most important difference between the two, is the transfer case… The Rubicon X, uses clutch pads instead of a chain…
WHy is the hood not locking? :/
So, is that the new concussion bar seating? Nice. lol
What kind of watch is that? Looks super cool.
Gshock Mudmaster
Both bumpers are 2024. What happens is, when you order your jeep with the winch, it comes with bigger crash cans for safety purposes.
Aloha, what's the price?
The black fenders on the blue one really don't go with the blue .
I don't get why they didn't order it painted blue??
It's not true about the body colored hardtop and fenders on the regular Rubicon. I just picked up my '24 Rubicon and my dealer asked if i wanted body colored fenders and hardtop. Didn't get it because I like the contrast of color
The crash cans are only bigger for the ones with a winch
My 21 Rubicon has the rear cup holders in the center of seat. You pull it down.
Nice matching Casio Mudmaster GGB100-1A9 watch. 😻
It's the Demonator watch. I'm still hunting for a watch to match the JL.
Are there any mechanical differences?
you can get a full float rear axles, and 4.10s, 4.56's, or 4.88 gears.
I don't like the screen either. Maybe if it was more flush to the dash instead of sticking out and the gaps all around. It looks super tacky. Also, the round vents made it easy to direct the airflow in any direction. The square ones look more limited.
I think the crash cans are like that because of the winch.
I'm not sure if that is a factory winch but that is a great hypothesis that I am going to double check into now!
Yeah that's what it is. You get larger crash cans with a factory winch. The fairlead sticks out so they needed to add it for it to pass NHTSA regulations.@@Casey250
Looks like Casey is looking to buy a 24! I knew that new dash would get him! 😉
im holding out to see if we maybe get a new diesel option in 25 or 26 ;)
No diesel option was a huge disappointment
Diesel yes! Leather & power seats No@@Casey250
I think the new interior is really nice and a lot of the new features are really nice as well but I feel like they should have done something with the engines given the price point...that 3.6 is just fallen out of time...
Agreed, Im in the market for a new Wrangler, but 70k is too much for that 3.6, so im going to wait until they put a more powerfull engine in them.
they have to put the Hurricane in there
Funny thing. The 3.6 was their base engine in 2018 when the JL released. It was basically the free option. Jeep realized that people were willing to pay extra for it and now locked it to the "high end" Rubicon's 😂
Although, owning both the 2.0 and 3.6. The little 4 cyl turbo engine is far better. More fuel efficient, more responsive, more torque.
I was looking into getting a Wrangler Rubicon with the Extreme recon package and for what they are asking for it they really need to update their engine options, now I'm going to wait for the Lexus GX 550 Overland +, wont be much more than what that Wrangler was.
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Glad i got my 392 in the 2023 model year.
Why?
@@Jdp661 1- I hate the red interior. 2- the new interior dash sucks (it's like they just wanted to so desperately incorporate a larger screen that they hurried and pieced together a new dash board, but it's junky and seems flimsy compared to the older) 3- stock wheels (rims) look better to me on the older (so if you aren't going to quickly change them out, they're better looking IMO) 4- I actually prefer the manual seat control on vehicle like this (it has all the premium features I don't want to live without, adaptive cruise, lane assist but it's a premium vehicle because of it's engine and stock off road capabilities and I like the simplicity of the older seats) 5- I don't like the new grill style
Didn’t know Seth Rogan started doing car reviews.
Plastic fenders will always be cheaper to fix/replace than painted suggesting getting paint protection film is a feeble argument. This isn't a Corvette. but good review.
i have protective film on my jeep, keeps it looking great :)
Larger crash cans or only on 24 jl with winch option.
that makes a lot of sense (well its sort of stupid but the explanation makes sense)
Yep, it's to compensate for the winch in the front.
@@Casey250 lol. I think they look ridiculously bad. There ez to swap out to the old style though.