2009 Jeep Wrangler Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
16 - 17 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(45 Total Reviews)
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
Review
The best feature of the Jeep is it's ability to go through anything. It has great ground clearance, a solid four wheel drive system, and room for four with plenty of gear. That being said I have been disappointed by the cheap grade hard plastic interior, weak engine performance, and white knuckle highway driving experience.
Favorite Features
Navigation System is outstanding, exterior look, and go through anything ability
Suggested Improvements
Upgraded interior with softer touch surfaces, window controls on door trim panels, More powerful engine or diesel option, improved NVH, improved back seat angle (less upright), relocate rear sub-speaker out of the cargo area.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
great suv
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2009 Jeep Wrangler X 2dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I bought my Jeep Wrangler to drive in winter. Although I have not driven it in poor weather yet, I really love my Jeep! It is so much fun to drive. I sit up high but do not feel at all like it is a big car! The controls are very convenient and easy to use.
Favorite Features
4-wheel drive, big tires
Suggested Improvements
better gas mileage
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Finally got it
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2009 Jeep Wrangler X 2dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I bought my X sight unseen via email with my dealer. I took the only X they had at the time. I have wanted one for quite awhile and have been completely happy with my purchase. It's is so much fun to take the top down and just drive. Mileage is 20-21 which is good. I bought it for the winter snow, but am sure I won't be able to wait for spring.
Favorite Features
Sunrider soft top V6/6speed
Suggested Improvements
Radiator needs more protection from road debris due to the large gaps in the grill.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Love it
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I traded my 200 Silverado single cab z- 71 for this vehicle because of a growing family. I love the jeep and have ever since I rented one for a week. This thing gets so many looks and is very capable off road. I really love that it can fit two car seats in it and I can still feel like a real man...lol.
Favorite Features
I love the 3-piece hard top, the axles and 4.10 gears. I also can't wait until it's lost its life as a family vehicle so I can transform it into something much more superior.
Suggested Improvements
I would like to see a v-8, or even a larger v-6. I'm averaging about 15.7mpg, and would like to see that improved or stay the same with more power. My 5.3L vortec v8 got 14-15mpg and had way more power and was a heavier vehicle.
2 out 3 people found this review helpful
WILL NEVER OWN ANYTHING ELSE BUT A JEEP
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2009 Jeep Wrangler X 2dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I just purchased a 2009 Wrangler X 3 days ago. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!! I always owned trucks but NEVER drove anything like this. It rides like a dream, handles beautifully a REAL looker. My boyfriend took over my 2008 Dodge Ram Quad Cab Hemi...I don't even miss driving the truck. I get high 18
Favorite Features
Drive, comfort, beautiful interior, Infinity Sound System
Suggested Improvements
Better access to back seat.
10 out 13 people found this review helpful
Great all around vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
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2009 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 2dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
Review
We purchased the jeep to tag along with our RV. It has been the perfect choice. My wife loves the way it drives around town, its comfortable on the highway. We have been able to go places that we never could have in a less capable vehicle. We are now able to go on unimproved/unmaintained service roads in MT, and CO to do hiking and photography. The gas mileage is much better than expected. We have never gotten less than 20mpg, over the road I get 24+, and of course my wife gets 26+. She just has a gentler right foot. Its getting to the point now that if I want some "Jeep" time I might have to get one for myself. We are thinking of getting small trailer, and heading up to Alaska in 2010.
Favorite Features
The freedom it gives us to go places that would be impossible to reach in a less capable vehicle. We have done some hiking that was impossible before. The ride, and handling is excellent much better than expected. We are really pleased with the gas milage, after the terrible reports we had heard.
Suggested Improvements
Having driven manual transmissions all my life this is my first automatic. My wife insisted. While I am finding the auto is better on rough uneven roads I miss the engine braking. I would like to see some sort of exhaust brake or computer programed downshifting. So it would not freewheel downhill.
8 out 9 people found this review helpful
Always wanted Jeep and now I have one
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2009 Jeep Wrangler X 2dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I have wanted a Jeep since high school and when I reach 65 I bought a Wrangler X 2 door 4WD. I really love driving the Jeep, my wife drives a lincoln and I have not driven her car since buying my Jeep. In fact she had to go out of town last week and asked if she could drive my Jeep. I get between 20 and 21 MPG driving about 65 MPH. I have the 24S option which has every thing I wanted. I will use it as my tailgate vehicle this fall and look forward to talking about my SOONER red Jeep.
Favorite Features
I really like the soft top and the ease of driving in town and on the road, the wind, and we have a lot of wind in Oklahoma, is no problem. The sound system with the speakers on the roll bar is great.
Suggested Improvements
More interior storage would be great and front fender extensions to keep mud and dirt off of my doors would be great. Otherwise I can't think of anything to make my Jeep better
7 out 8 people found this review helpful
Fun Ride
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2009 Jeep Wrangler X 2dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
Review
It is nothing fancy but what a fun car to own. Have both a Wrangler and BMW 750i. Would much rather drive the Jeep. Nothing better than cruising around with the top down on a Saturday afternoon. I highly recommend this vehicle. Get ready to wave at all the other Jeep owners. You are part of a family.
Favorite Features
Nice Engine with plenty of power. Solid 4 Wheel Drive powertrain. Great Lifetime warranty.
Suggested Improvements
Better Gas Mileage would be nice. The top takes awhile to take down and put back up.
9 out 11 people found this review helpful
Love the Sahara
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2009 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 2dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I bought my first Sahara in 1998. I Put 100,000 miles on it with no major problems. Just bought a 2009 2dr Sahara...absolutely LOVE IT! I must admit I test drove other SUV's before making my purchase. The others just don't compare. The Sahara is solid, rides great, is quiet (with hardtop) and is a very reliable, fun vehicle to own! (and, if you have to, you can go wherever you want!)
Favorite Features
Looks, cargo space (for golf clubs), Infinity stereo, smooth ride, turns on a dime (and turns heads), Freedom hard top is easy to use, no blind spots. Previous Jeep owners will definitely appreciate...New Jeep owners will be glad they bought!
Suggested Improvements
Bigger cup holders (LOL but true)
6 out 7 people found this review helpful
Best Jeep Wrangler EVER
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2009 Jeep Wrangler X 2dr SUV 4WD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
Review
fun to drive and people look at your jeep as they wish they had one.
Favorite Features
styling and freedom top. does not leak even in a car wash.
Suggested Improvements
access to rear seat.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
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