2002 Jeep Wrangler Review (continued)
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Summary

With its stiff chassis; compliant suspension; smooth, strong engines; and comfortable interior, the Jeep Wrangler is an enjoyable companion on the highway and around town. And it just can't be beat off-road.

(Source: New Cars Test Drive)

Model Line Overview

Model Lineup:	SE ($15,230); X ($18,410); Sport ($20,080); Sahara ($23,450)
Engines:	4.0-liter ohv inline-6
Transmissions:	5-speed manual
Saftey Equipment (standard):	dual airbags standard; ABS optional ($600)
Saftey Equipment (optional):
Basic Warranty:	3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled In:	Toledo, Ohio

Specifications As Tested

Model Tested (MSRP):	Wrangler X ($18,410)
Standard Equipment:	skid plates (fuel tank, transfer case), easy-folding soft top, tachometer; X adds front, rear and cargo carpeting, AM/FM/cassette stereo, digital clock, rear sport roll bar with full padding, reclining high-back front bucket seats with easy-access tip/slide passenger seat, fold-down rear seat, full-face steel wheels, cloth upholstery
Options As Tested (MSRP):	air conditioning ($895); Wheel Plus Group ($995) includes P225/75R15 Wrangler tires, Ecco aluminum wheels, AM/FM/CD with seven speakers; Trac-Lok differential ($285); ABS ($600)
Destination Charge:	585
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):	21185
Layout:	front-engine, four-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	190 @ 4600
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	235 @ 3200
Transmission:	5-speed manual
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	16/19
Wheelbase:	93.4
Length/width/height:	155.4/66.7/71.1
Track, f/r:	58.0/58.0
Turning circle:	32.8
Seating capacity:	4
Head/hip/leg room, f:	42.3/51.0/41.1
Head/hip/leg room, m:
Head/hip/leg room, r:	40.6/43.5/34.9
Cargo volume:	55.2
Payload:
Towing capacity:	2000
Suspension, f:	live axle
Suspension, r:	live axle
Ground clearance:
Curb weight:	3360
Tires:	P225/75R15
Brakes, f/r:	disc/drum with ABS
Fuel capacity:	19.0