Jeep® Pulls Back The Covers On The Updated 2024 Wrangler (JL)

Jeep® just unveiled the updated 2024 Wrangler (JL), the brand’s most capable and recognized vehicle in the world. Building on the iconic nameplate’s legendary history, the Wrangler soldiers on with its unmatched combination of off-road capability, authentic Jeep design, open-air freedom, advanced powertrains, superior on- and off-road dynamics, and a host of innovative safety, and advanced technology features. 

New for 2024, the Wrangler’s capability grows thanks to its first full-float Dana rear axle, available 100:1 crawl ratio, new factory Warn winch, and increased 5,000-lb. tow capability. Inside, customers get to experience more comfort and safety, with a new interior featuring available power front seats, standard 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen radio, and standard side curtain airbags in the first and second rows.

Powertrains –

Most of the Wrangler’s powertrains return for 2024, with the exception of the EcoDiesel. Continuing to offer one of the most diverse powertrain lineups in the market, the 2024 Wrangler offers a 49 MPGe electrified 4xe plug-in hybrid (PHEV) to the mighty 6.4-liter (392 cubic-inch) HEMI® V8. Jeep gives Wrangler customers the ability to choose the propulsion system that best suits their lifestyle.

• 2.0-liter turbocharged PHEV 4xe: 375 horsepower, 470 lb.-ft. of torque
• 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 engine: 270 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque
• 3.6-liter V6: 285 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque
• 6.4-liter HEMI V8: 470 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft. of torque

The 4xe lineup and Rubicon 392 models feature a standard 8-speed automatic transmission, while the turbocharged 2.0-liter and 3.6-liter Pentastar will continue to offer both a 6-speed manual transmission and an 8-speed automatic transmission. 

Most Capable – 

The updated 2024 Wrangler will continue to deliver legendary capable thanks to:

• Four advanced 4×4 systems:
  • Command-Trac part-time transfer case
  • Rock-Trac part-time transfer case
  • Rock-Trac full-time transfer case
  • Selec-Trac full-time transfer case
• Unmatched crawl ratios of up to 100:1
• Water fording of up to 34 inches 
• Uncompromising approach, departure and break-over angles, and ground clearance:
  • Approach angle: 47.4 degrees
  • Breakover angle: 27.8 degrees
  • Departure angle: 40.4 degrees 
  • Ground clearance: 12.9 inches 

Every Wrangler will continue to wear the iconic “Trail Rated” badge reflecting an unmatched spec list that includes Dana solid front and rear axles, a two-speed transfer case, traction control, tow hooks (two front, one rear), four-wheel disc brakes, four skid plates and minimum tire size of 32 inches. The new 2024 Wrangler continues to raise the bar with the all-new next-generation Dana 44 HD full-float rear axle on Rubicon models; new, upgraded content on Willys, including standard rear locker and 33-inch tires; and a new Rubicon X model with standard 35-inch tires (2.0-liter and 3.6-liter automatic powertrains), integrated off-road camera and steel bumpers.

Wrangler customers are always pushing the capability envelope, routinely upsizing to bigger tires and installing heavy-duty full-float rear axles to handle the larger rubber. Now, Wrangler customers can get full-float axles, typically found on heavy-duty commercial trucks, straight from the factory. Wrangler Rubicon’s first full-float rear axle design consists of a wheel hub assembly that is separate from the axle shaft, with a spindle bolted to the axle tube that supports the wheel hub via a pair of wheel bearings.

By using a full-float axle design, the weight of the vehicle is transferred to the axle tube rather than the axle shaft itself. Thus, the axle shaft is subjected only to torsional loads, with its sole function being to transmit power to the wheel hub. This stronger, more robust full-float construction enables a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 lbs. on Rubicon 2.0-liter and 3.6-liter automatic models.  

Legendary capability for Wrangler Rubicon comes from a full list of off-road features, including:

• First Dana 44 HD full-float solid rear axle
• Rock-Trac part-time transfer case with 4:1 4LO ratio
• Electronic front sway-bar disconnect
• Tru-Lok front- and rear-axle lockers 
• 17-inch aluminum wheels with 33-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires 

The new Rubicon X, a more premium take on the Rubicon, adds:

• Rock-Trac full-time transfer case
• Integrated off-road camera
• Steel bumpers  
• Xtreme 35 Package with Beadlock-capable wheels and 35-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires (2.0-liter and 3.6-liter automatic powertrains)

Rubicon 392 returns for 2024 with a standard Xtreme 35 Package, 4.56 axle ratio, and Selec-Trac full-time transfer case with a 4LO ratio of 2.72:1.
 
Wrangler Rubicon models are also now available with a factory-installed 8,000-lb. capacity Warn winch mounted in a steel front bumper with removable end caps.

The Wrangler Willys now steps up 4×4 capability with a newly standard Tru-Lok rear locker, steel rock rails, trailer tow, and heavy-duty electrical group, plus larger 33-inch tires (replacing previous 32-inch tires). On top of that, the Willys 4xe adds the Selec-Trac full-time transfer case with a 4LO ratio of 2.72:1. 

For 2024, the Wrangler High Altitude returns with a standard Sky One-Touch powertop, 12-way power and heated front seats, integrated front camera, and Selec-Trac full-time transfer case, in addition to a unique exterior appearance with 20-inch wheels and body-color bumpers. High Altitude models are the first Wranglers to introduce the exclusive new Mantis Green interior color on the instrument panel mid bolster and Nappa leather seats.

Body-On Frame Design –

Using a body-on-frame design and featuring a finely engineered five-link suspension system, the 2024 Wrangler delivers unrivaled capability, refined on-road dynamics, and advanced safety features. 

To protect critical vehicle components while on the trail, including the fuel tank, transfer case, and automatic transmission oil pan, Wrangler features four skid plates. Willys and Rubicon models benefit from the use of rugged tubular steel rock rails to curtail potential body damage inflicted while out on the trail. 

The use of lightweight, high-strength aluminum closures, including the doors, door hinges, hood, fender flares, windshield frame, and magnesium swing gate, help reduce weight and boost fuel economy. 

Wrangler continues to use the proven five-link coil suspension setup. Wrangler’s front suspension features two upper and two lower high-strength steel control arms for longitudinal control and a cross-car track bar for lateral axle control. The five-link rear suspension features a similar layout to the front suspension, with two upper and two lower high-strength steel control arms for longitudinal axle control, and a track bar for lateral axle control. 

The front and rear full-width high-strength steel track bars are positioned to control the lateral movement of the axle with minimal angle change during suspension travel. The shocks are tuned for optimum balance between on-road handling and legendary off-road capability, delivering ideal ride comfort, body-roll control, and dynamic handling. On Wrangler Rubicon models, an electronic front sway-bar disconnect is featured to provide additional wheel travel when the terrain calls for it. 

More Safety –

Safety and security were paramount in the development of the updated 2024 Jeep Wrangler, which offers more than 85 available active and passive safety and security features. Standard on all models for 2024 are first- and second-row side curtain airbags, which complement standard driver and passenger front airbags and front seat-mounted driver and passenger side airbags. 

For the 2024 model year, Wrangler features second-row outboard seatbelts with pre-tensioners and load limiters, as well as structural improvements for side-impact performance.

Forward Collision Warning and Advanced Cruise Control with Stop, now come standard on Sport S and above. Blind-Spot and Cross-Path Detection and ParkSense Rear Park-Assist System come standard on High Altitude, Rubicon X, and Rubicon 392, and are available on Sport S, Willys, Sahara, and Rubicon. A ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic grid lines, traction control, and electronic stability control (ESC) with electronic roll mitigation is standard on all models.

Design –

The updated 2024 Jeep Wrangler builds on a sculptural design aesthetic that is immediately recognizable with its traditional Jeep design cues. The 2024 Wrangler’s iconic seven-slot grille, first introduced on the 2023 Wrangler Rubicon 20th Anniversary, wears an updated look with black textured slots, neutral gray metallic bezels, and body-color surround (gloss black slots and bezels on Willys, gloss black bezels on High Altitude and platinum silver slots and bezels on Sahara). Slimmer both visually and literally, the new grille’s black textured vertical slots improve cooling while also allowing for the fitment of the new factory-installed Warn winch, which is available on Rubicon models.  

A new trail-ready stealth antenna integrated into the front windshield replaces the previous steel mast antenna, streamlining Wrangler’s appearance and eliminating brush or tree limb snags on the trail. Though we aren’t sure how good of an idea that is, when you consider how easy it is to damage a Wrangler’s windshield. But we will wait and see for ourselves.

Ten new standard and optional wheel designs, from 17- to 20-inch diameter and including Beadlock-capable wheels for the Xtreme 35 Package, freshen Wrangler’s rolling stock with tire sizes ranging from 32 to 35 inches.  

Multiple open-air freedom options, including a new standard premium soft-top, two available hardtops (black and body color), exclusive Sky One-Touch powertop, Sunrider for Hardtop, and Dual-Door Group with half doors, mean there are dozens of different door, top and windshield combinations so Wrangler customers can customize their off-road adventure to their specific needs. 

The 2024 Wrangler will also be available in 10 eye-catching exterior colors:

• Anvil (New)
• Earl
• Firecracker Red
• Granite Crystal
• Silver Zynith
• High Velocity Yellow
• Hydro Blue
• Sarge
• Bright White
• Black

We are sure there will be some special limited edition colors throughout the year as well!

An All-New Interior –

The updated Wrangler’s refined interior is loaded with premium features and technology along with Jeep functionality and versatility. The heritage-inspired center stack features a clean, sculpted form that complements the horizontal dashboard design. A wrapped instrument panel features new soft-touch surfaces, in fabric or polyurethane, with contrast accent stitching. New AMPS bracket provisions are now featured on top of the dash.

Standard on all models is improved hands-free voice recognition, which now uses microphone array technology. On High Altitude, Rubicon X and Rubicon 392, a standard premium cabin package adds acoustic front glass, thicker carpet, and additional sound-deadening foam in the windshield header, front cowl, and B-pillars for a quieter ride.

An all-new 12.3-inch touchscreen – the most advanced and largest display ever offered on Wrangler – houses the fifth-generation award-winning Uconnect 5 system and sits prominently atop the center stack, right above the new slim rectangular inboard air vent. The outboard air vents retain their signature circular shape. 

Uconnect 5 delivers operating speeds that are five times faster when compared to the previous generation. By using an Android operating system and over-the-air (OTA) updates, Uconnect 5 brings flexibility that will allow the system to continuously evolve to offer new content, features, and services.

The new Wrangler’s Uconnect 5 system offers more connected services and features for unmatched ease of use. The suite of system highlights includes:

• 12.3-inch digital touchscreen (NEW)
• Trails Offroad (NEW)
• Five user profiles plus a valet mode – customizable music preferences, apps, seat position, mirror angles, and climate comfort levels (NEW)
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fully customizable home screen for quick access to frequently used features and one-touch operation (NEW)
• Simultaneous connectivity for two Bluetooth-enabled phones (NEW)
• Alexa Home to Car functionality to include in-vehicle Alexa virtual assistant with natural voice capability and Car to Home Features
• Uconnect mobile app
• SiriusXM 360L platform and Personalized Stations Powered by Pandora (NEW)
• TomTom navigation with predictive search, natural speak, and live traffic updates
• Maps OTA updates at the push of a button for the Uconnect NAV system (NEW)
• 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot to connect up to eight wireless devices

The new Wrangler is well-equipped to keep vehicle occupants connected while on the go. Functionality is enhanced for front-row passengers with standard dual USB Type C ports that allow devices to charge up to four times faster. The Wrangler delivers a total of up to seven USB Type A and Type C ports for both rows. Standard 12-volt accessory outlets are located throughout the new Wrangler and a 115-volt AC outlet is available to power select three-pronged home electronics. 

Ready To Rock On The Trail –

The Jeep brand will be the first automotive brand to feature built-in off-road adventure trail guides with the introduction of Trails Offroad (late availability) in the new 2024 Jeep Wrangler. Naturally, the new Wrangler will be the first Jeep vehicle to offer the available Trails Offroad comprehensive trail guide system, which makes off-road trip planning easier than ever and more accessible for customers. 

Downloaded right into the Uconnect 5 system and displayed on the new 12.3-inch high-resolution screen, Trails Offroad offers detailed trail guides for the 62 Jeep Badge of Honor trails, which include the Rubicon Trail in California, Hell’s Revenge in Utah and Jericho Mountain in New Hampshire. For even more adventures, owners can upgrade to a premium subscription that unlocks Trails Offroad’s full catalog of 3,000-plus trail guides. 

The Trails Offroad catalog spans a wide variety of difficulty levels and terrains and boasts an unmatched level of information and quality, including: 

• Trails Offroad experts rate all trails based on real-world evaluation
• Consistent difficulty rating based on 14 inputs 
• Route description 
• Key waypoints for turns, obstacles, and points of interest 

This new partnership gives Jeep customers detailed information about the best off-road adventures across the United States and parts of Canada, with over-the-air updates available to further enhance the experience. Customers will also be able to navigate directly to the trailhead of their chosen off-road adventure and to keep track of their progress by following integrated trail route maps. The unrivaled in-vehicle integration further cements the Jeep brand’s off-road leadership. 

A Revised Lineup For 2024 – 

For 2024, the Wrangler lineup boasts more standard equipment across the model lineup, including:

Sport:

• 12.3-inch touchscreen radio 
• Premium soft-top 
• Gray Soul fabric IP mid bolster

Sport S (Sport +):

• Adaptive cruise control
• Forward collision warning
• Gorilla glass windshield

Willys (Sport S +):

• 33-inch tires
• Steel rock rails
• Rear-locking differential

Sahara (Sport S +):

• LED lamps (front, rear, fog)
• Heated seats and steering wheel 

High Altitude (4xe Only) (Sahara +):

• 12-way power-adjustable front seats
• 12.3-inch digital touchscreen with navigation
• Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection
• Black or Mantis Green Nappa wrapped IP mid bolster
• Black or black/Mantis Green Nappa leather seats
• Acoustic front glass, thicker carpet, and additional sound-deadening foam
• Sky One-touch powertop
• Integrated front off-road camera

Rubicon (Sport S +):

• LED lamps (front, rear, fog)
• Black water-resistant Addax cloth IP mid bolster
• Trailer tow 
• Auxiliary switches
• Dana 44 HD full-float rear axle

Rubicon X (Rubicon +):

• 12-way power-adjustable front seats
• 12.3-inch digital touchscreen with navigation
• Nine-speaker premium Alpine audio system
• Nappa leather seats
• Heated seats and steering wheel 
• Acoustic front glass, thicker carpet, and additional sound-deadening foam
• ParkSense rear park-assist system
• Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection
• Steel bumpers
• Integrated front off-road camera
• Body-color fender flares and hardtop
• Xtreme 35 Package (when equipped with automatic transmission)

Rubicon 392 (Rubicon +):

• Xtreme 35 Package 
• Acoustic front glass, thicker carpet, and additional sound-deadening foam
• Heated seats and steering wheel 
• Integrated front off-road camera
• 12-way power-adjustable front seats

Jeep has yet to officially announce pricing for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler lineup. But we suspect them to do so soon. So stay tuned.