The Wrangler has long been an icon of roads throughout the states. Starting as a modification of the WWII ready Willys, the Wrangler has long made a name for itself in its class as a rugged SUV. This Jeep can take on both the toughest trails and the smoothest roads with an equal amount of ease, keeping drivers in comfort all the way.
Need to know if the latest Wrangler is the one for you? We’ve answered all of the internet's hottest questions in this article, giving you the full scoop of what to expect when the 2025 Wrangler hits dealers in late 2024.
Key Takeaways
- The new Wrangler brings with it a small suite of changes to keep buyers
- The Rubicon 392 V8 has been taken out of the lineup this year, a change which accompanies the removal of a manual option.
- The 392 Final edition is also back, and with it brings some cracking performance numbers.
What is the difference between the Jeep Wrangler of 2024 and 2025?
There’s a few minor changes for 2025, namely the inclusion of new power locks and windows which are debuting on quite a few new Jeep models this year. Additionally, Jeep will be adding a new olive drab paint scheme.
The Rubicon 392 V8 will be dropped as well, leaving the 392 Final Edition as the trim topper for this year. It leaves about a $40,000 price increase from the X to the 392 Final Edition, cementing that trim’s status as a collector’s item.
Do Jeep Wranglers hold value?
The Wrangler’s depreciation rate is rather low when compared to vehicles in its class, averaging at around 30.9% value loss over 5 years. Before you know what that actually amounts to, though, you’ll need to know the starting price for your trim. In 2025, the Wrangler should sport an anticipated 8 different trims for this year, each providing its own list of features and optional packages that will naturally also impact the value retention of the model.
Going through the list, Sport trim kicks off the Wrangler’s affordable end with an MSRP of $33,990. Following this, the Sport S starts at $37,590. The Willys trim is up next, sporting a price of around $41,490. The Rubicon is the next trim on the list, with an asking price of $48,890.
The Sahara trim one rung up has an MSRP of $51,265, and the next trim up, the Rubicon X, commands a price of $58,840. Finally, the Rubicon 392 Final Edition boasts a price tag of around $102,000.
All choices across the trim range are viable options for those looking for a long term investment that’ll keep its value intact even years down the line, but the Willys is the trim that Car and Driver recommends when it comes to quality of life features.
Summary
The Wrangler’s silhouette is one that’s long been familiar on roads throughout the US, and this year’s offering ensures that will continue to be the case for years to come. Providing a wide variety of features, options and reasons to buy, it’s safe to say that the Wrangler will remain a contender in class for those in the market for a midsize SUV. Available as both a rugged trailblazer and a luxurious land cruiser, there’s plenty to like about this year's Jeep Wrangler, so be sure to place an order early.