2018 Jeep Wrangler Video Review

CARS.COM — Updating an American icon like the Jeep Wrangler is a daunting task, one Jeep dove into head-on for 2018 with the heavily redesigned 2018 Jeep Wrangler “JL” (superseding the JK). The new Wrangler includes many usability updates to improve everyday operation, and they’re changes — for better or worse — easily spotted by Cars.com reviewer and current Jeep Wrangler JK owner Aaron Bragman. Our resident Jeep expert takes a deep dive into the all-new Wrangler and shows it still has its rock-crawling chops as well as a host of new features including available roofs with easier ways to enjoy fun in the sun.
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The 2018 Wrangler rides on a longer wheelbase and has a new engine and transmissions, including a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder mated to an eight-speed automatic. In our video review, we look closer at this new four-cylinder’s performance both on the highway as well as off-road. A lot has changed on the 2018, so check it out.
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Managing Editor Joe Bruzek’s 22 years of automotive experience doesn’t count the lifelong obsession that started as a kid admiring his dad’s 1964 Chevrolet Corvette — and continues to this day. Joe’s been an automotive journalist with Cars.com for 16 years, writing shopper-focused car reviews, news and research content. As Managing Editor, one of his favorite areas of focus is helping shoppers understand electric cars and how to determine whether going electric is right for them. In his free time, Joe maintains a love-hate relationship with his 1998 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am that he wishes would fix itself. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-bruzek-2699b41b/
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