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Overview
Variant
Rubicon
Variant
GX
Body type
Utility
Body type
Cab Chassis
Engine size
3.6 L
Engine size
2.8 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
12.4 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
9.6 / 100 km
Power and torque
209kW / 347Nm
Power and torque
150kW / 500Nm
672km
1354km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
4
Doors
2
Seats
5
Seats
2
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
3 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop
Cruise Control
—
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 8.40
Navigational Systems
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Remote Services
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 247
CO2 Level (Combined): 288
CO2 Level (Urban): 358
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 3604
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: ERC
Engine (L): 3.6
Number of Cylinders: 6
Engine
Bore Engine: 92.0
Engine (cc): 2755
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 1gd-Ftv
Engine (L): 2.8
Number of Cylinders: 4
Stroke Engine: 103.6
Compressor
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 22.0
Main Capacity (L): 83
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 18.3
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 34.3
Main Capacity (L): 130
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 28.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 6.70
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 672
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 418
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 8.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 12.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 23
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 19
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 9.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 10.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 27
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 22
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 6.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 15.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 18
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 15
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1354
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 841
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 25
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 284
Maximum Power (kW): 209
Maximum Torque (Nm): 347
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4100
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 204
Maximum Power (kW): 150
Maximum Torque (Nm): 500
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 12.4
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.6
Performance
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Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 150
Maximum Speed (mph): 93
Differential Lock
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Differential Lock
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selection: Manual
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selection: Manual
Transmission
Code: 850re
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: Ac60
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Type: Electro-Hydraulic
Power Steering
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Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Beam
Front Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Beam
Front Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 111
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Q
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 111
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Q
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 115
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: R
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 115
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: R
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Trailer Towing Preparation
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Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Underbody Protection
—
Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Utility
Platform Code: JT
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Cab Chassis
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Cab Chassis
Platform Code: IMV
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Step
Step Location: Side
Step
Step Location: Side
Tray/Tub
Type: Straight Side
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Cargo Area
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Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 40.7
Departure Angle: 25.1
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 33.0
Departure Angle: 27.0
Cargo Area Dimensions
Length (in): 60.3
Length (mm): 1532
Loading Floor Height (in): 34.8
Loading Floor Height (mm): 884
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 44.8
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1138
Width (in): 56.8
Width (mm): 1443
Cargo Area Dimensions
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External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13600
Front Track (in): 64.4
Front Track (mm): 1636
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 249
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 44.6
Overall Height (in): 75.2
Overall Height (mm): 1909
Overall Length (in): 220.1
Overall Length (mm): 5591
Overall Width (in): 74.6
Overall Width (mm): 1894
Rear Track (in): 64.4
Rear Track (mm): 1636
Wheelbase (in): 137.3
Wheelbase (mm): 3488
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 14400
Front Overhang (in): 33.5
Front Overhang (mm): 850
Front Track (in): 61.2
Front Track (mm): 1555
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 12.4
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 316
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 47.2
Overall Height (in): 77.0
Overall Height (mm): 1955
Overall Width (in): 73.6
Overall Width (mm): 1870
Rear Overhang (in): 46.9
Rear Overhang (mm): 1190
Rear Track (in): 57.5
Rear Track (mm): 1460
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 49.2
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 15000
Wheelbase (in): 125.2
Wheelbase (mm): 3180
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Cargo Doors
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
Cargo Doors
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Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Blue
Type: Gloss
Convertible Roof
Hard Glass Rear Window: yes
Hard Operation: Manual
Roof Hard Type: Hard
Roof
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Third Row Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Third Row Windows
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Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Externally Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
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Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
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Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Wind-Up
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Rear Side Windows
—
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2721
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5999
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 5656
Gross Train Weight (lb): 12469
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2935
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6471
Payload Allowance (kg): 693
Payload Allowance (lb): 1528
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2242
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4943
Tare Weight (kg): 2195
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 272
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 7010
Gross Train Weight (lb): 15454
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3510
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7738
Payload Allowance (kg): 1380
Payload Allowance (lb): 3042
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2130
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4696
Tare Weight (kg): 2028
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 350
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 9
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Luxury Trim
Doors: Leather
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Colour High Gloss
Interior Trim
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Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 5
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
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Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
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Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Autonomous Drive
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 60.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 80.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20190101
ANCAP Overall: 3.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 49.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 51.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited 4 Door Lhd 2.2 Diesel
Crash Test Results
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Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Side Curtain Airbag
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Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Vinyl
Main Seat Material: Vinyl
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Rear Outlet: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
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Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Locks
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Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 12000
Distance (miles): 7456
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 6
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