2016
Jeep Wrangler

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Available trims

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  • 4WD 2dr Willys Wheeler
    Starts at
    $23,895
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 2dr Black Bear *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $23,895
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 2dr Sport
    Starts at
    $23,895
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 2dr Freedom *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $23,895
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 2dr Sahara
    Starts at
    $29,995
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 2dr Backcountry *Ltd Avail*
    Starts at
    $29,995
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 2dr 75th Anniversary
    Starts at
    $29,995
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 2dr Rubicon Hard Rock
    Starts at
    $33,195
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 2dr Rubicon
    Starts at
    $33,195
    17 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Regular Unleaded V-6
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    Four Wheel Drive
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Notable features

New Black Bear Edition
285-hp V-6 engine standard
Manual or automatic transmission
Four-wheel drive standard

The good & the bad

The good

Off-road capability
Convertible versatility
Cargo room
Rugged styling

The bad

Unrefined handling
Highway noise
Side airbags not standard
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Expert 2016 Jeep Wrangler review

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Vehicle Overview

This SUV emphasizes rock-crawling over highway comfort, and it epitomizes Jeep’s heritage for hard-core trailblazing. Body styles include the two-door, four-seat Wrangler and four-door, five-seat Wrangler Unlimited. Competitors include the Toyota 4Runner.
New for 2016
A new Black Bear Edition, named after an off-road trail in Telluride, Colo., is available on the Sport trim level. It has a black grille, black 17-inch wheels, unique decals, rock rails and other exterior details. Inside, special features include all-weather slush mats, black cloth upholstery and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with black stitching. The Sahara model gets minor interior and exterior updates.
Significant Standard Features

  • 285-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 engine
  • Six-speed manual transmission
  • Four-wheel drive
  • Solid front and rear axles
  • Underbody skid plates
  • Soft-top with sunroof feature
  • Removable side doors
  • Fold-down windshield
  • Full-size spare tire with matching wheel mounted on rear swing-gate
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Five-speed automatic transmission
  • Dual locking differentials
  • Hardtop with removable overhead sections
  • Tubular side steps
  • Electronically disconnecting front stabilizer bar
  • Heated front seats
  • Air conditioning
  • Household power outlet
  • Power windows and locks
  • Navigation system
  • Front-seat side-impact airbags

2016 Jeep Wrangler review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

This SUV emphasizes rock-crawling over highway comfort, and it epitomizes Jeep’s heritage for hard-core trailblazing. Body styles include the two-door, four-seat Wrangler and four-door, five-seat Wrangler Unlimited. Competitors include the Toyota 4Runner.
New for 2016
A new Black Bear Edition, named after an off-road trail in Telluride, Colo., is available on the Sport trim level. It has a black grille, black 17-inch wheels, unique decals, rock rails and other exterior details. Inside, special features include all-weather slush mats, black cloth upholstery and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with black stitching. The Sahara model gets minor interior and exterior updates.
Significant Standard Features

  • 285-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 engine
  • Six-speed manual transmission
  • Four-wheel drive
  • Solid front and rear axles
  • Underbody skid plates
  • Soft-top with sunroof feature
  • Removable side doors
  • Fold-down windshield
  • Full-size spare tire with matching wheel mounted on rear swing-gate
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Five-speed automatic transmission
  • Dual locking differentials
  • Hardtop with removable overhead sections
  • Tubular side steps
  • Electronically disconnecting front stabilizer bar
  • Heated front seats
  • Air conditioning
  • Household power outlet
  • Power windows and locks
  • Navigation system
  • Front-seat side-impact airbags

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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Jeep Wrangler base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Rollover rating
3/5
27.9%
Risk of rollover
27.9%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6-10 MY and / or 75,001-120,000 miles
Basic
3 Month 3,000 mile Max Care Warranty
Dealer certification
125- Point Inspection
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Consumer reviews

92% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 79 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.6
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

  • By M. from Midland, Texas
    Owns this car
    January 31, 2024

    great with oil leak

    Great vehicle. mine is a soft top and the noise was expected Have to be aware of oil leak at the oil cooler. Chrysler uses a plastic material that over time will warp and not seal. The after market ones are aluminum and since you have to remove to of intake, the coils and spark plugs are accessible as well on the drivers side. Other than that it is awesome
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jimmy from Edgewater,Florida
    Owns this car
    May 17, 2022

    Jeep Life

    I love my Jeep Wrangler Freedom Edition 2door. Paint and interior looks like brand new as a 6 year old Jeep. Loaded very well including 3.73 gear ratio leather and navigation automatic hardtop granite crystal everything matching. hand washed from day 1.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Bobby B from Startex South Carolina
    Owns this car
    May 4, 2022

    Problem with oxygen sensors rocker arms and lifter

    It seems that the 2016 Jeep Wrangler JK has a problem with a 3.6 l motor lifter on the left side seems to be a problem after 50,000 miles or more problems with oxygen sensorsThermostat problems seem to be something of a concern other than that it's an awesome vehicle
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Lisa from Waterford, NY
    Owns this car
    March 24, 2022

    In love with my new Jeep Wrangler!

    My husband and I recently visited Armory Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT. We were interested in looking at a 2016 lime green jeep wrangler. We were greeted by a wonderful man named Dave Crist. He was kind and efficient in making our process as painless as possible. We had a set budget and he worked hard to make the payments right for us so we could take our new jeep home. I would highly recommend anyone go to Armory Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT for a new car if interested. The people there are amazing and very easy to work with. The jeep wrangler is everything I wanted. This 2016 jeep had 9,000 miles on it and was previously owned. We have bumper to bumper insurance for up to 60,000 miles or 6 years, which is amazing. The interior is updated with satellite GPS, fire extinguisher, and it is clean like it is brand new. It drives smooth. It has good gas mileage. The engine is the cleanest engine I have ever seen, and the jeep itself is in immaculate shape. I love that I can remove the doors and top when its nice out. I have absolutely no qualms about purchasing this vehicle. It has been a goal if mine for years now. David Crist made this whole process an enjoyable one. I am extremely happy with my purchase.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By KC from Aiken sc
    Owns this car
    June 7, 2021

    Looks brand new

    This Jeep has a 2.5 lift kit. Looks great. I feel like a bad boy driving it. Love it! The soft top is going to be awesome this summer.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Stan from Orlando, FL
    Owns this car
    March 12, 2021

    Reliable

    Excellent for our needs. It is in great condition. Looking forward to having it a long time. Better ride than I thought it would be.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Towing
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By HEB from Houston Tx
    Owns this car
    January 21, 2021

    Fun & great drive

    This dealership has outstanding customer service. Detailed service department & Manager is extremely knowledgeable. We will be buying our cars here. Top dealership we've been to in 30 yrs.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By MikeS from Mahtomedi Ann.
    Owns this car
    January 13, 2021

    Wife hates it

    Ok for me but my wife hates it no electric options to base for her she would like something nicer but to do an exchange they wanted 3000to 5000$
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Movers life from Portland ,Oregon
    Owns this car
    December 18, 2020

    Only had the car 2 days now, so far good.

    Driving is great so far, very nice 👌. Plenty of room very comfortable good performance, very easy to get around I'm sure I will enjoy it
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Phyllis McCray from Raleigh
    Used to own this car
    October 5, 2020

    Very reliable. Felt like a jeep lovers jeep.

    Great on the beach Not too bad on gas. Very sporty and rugged looking Great on trips Comfortable for back seat and front seat passagengers
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Willyg from Richmond va
    Owns this car
    September 11, 2020

    Best car ever

    It got me from point A to Z in a fun way. It’s a Jeep what more can you ask besides a good ride when off the main road. The rubicon is perfect for going off roading.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By tim from Mount Washington
    Owns this car
    August 11, 2020

    Jeep Wrangler Rubicons are top notch

    Extremely fun vehicle. Take off the top and drive around town on sunny days. The Rubicon will climb anything in front of it. Snow is child's play in this thing.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Jeep Wrangler?

The 2016 Jeep Wrangler is available in 9 trim levels:

  • 75th Anniversary (1 style)
  • Backcountry (1 style)
  • Black Bear (1 style)
  • Freedom (1 style)
  • Rubicon (1 style)
  • Rubicon Hard Rock (1 style)
  • Sahara (1 style)
  • Sport (1 style)
  • Willys Wheeler (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Jeep Wrangler?

The 2016 Jeep Wrangler offers up to 17 MPG in city driving and 21 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2016 Jeep Wrangler?

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Is the 2016 Jeep Wrangler reliable?

The 2016 Jeep Wrangler has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Jeep Wrangler owners.

Is the 2016 Jeep Wrangler a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Jeep Wrangler. 92.4% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 79 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.7

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