2026 Jeep Wrangler vs 2025 Jeep Wrangler
The Jeep Wrangler is a piece of off-road hardware that happens to be street-legal. While its core "Wrangler-ness" never changes, the 2026 and 2025 models have distinct differences in their details that can influence which one you buy. Let's take a look at both.
Key Takeaways
- For 2026, Wrangler trims are between $37,485 and $82,585; 2025 models have a wider price spread and are between $34,090 and $101,990. Prices effective February 17, 2026.
- Despite its "Final Edition" label in 2025, the Rubicon 392 V-8 is back for 2026 as the Moab 392 special edition.
- With the V-8, the Wrangler can tow up to 5,000 pounds.
Differences Between the 2026 Jeep Wrangler and 2025 Jeep Wrangler Lineup
Last year, we were told the Rubicon 392 "Final Edition" was at the end of the road, but Jeep pulled a last-minute U-turn. It's back for 2026 as the Moab 392, which is the first of 12 special-edition models Jeep drops this year. It features unique decals and a body-colored removable hardtop to make it stand out from the pack.
2026 model pricing by trim is:
- Sport: $37,485
- Sport S: $41,235
- Willys: $45,305
- Rubicon: $47,965
- Sahara: $50,590
- Rubicon X: $57,915
- Moab 392: $82,585
In 2026, Jeep finally made power windows and locks standard on every trim and introduced a new military-style olive green called "'41" to honor the brand's military roots. It also fixed a major pain point: after feedback from owners, it brought back the automatic transmission for the V-6 models.
Lineup pricing for 2025 is:
- Sport: $34,090
- Sport S: $37,690
- Willys: $41,590
- Rubicon: $48,950
- Sahara: $51,365
- Rubicon X: $58,900
- Rubicon 392 Final Edition: $101,990
| 2026 Jeep Wrangler | 2025 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|
| The Rubicon 392 becomes the Moab 392 special edition | Power windows and door locks now standard across the board |
| The Moab 392 has special bagding and matching removable top | Olive drab paint color "41" added to palette |
| No changes to rest of the lineup for 2026 | V6 engine with automatic transmission added |
Power and Towing for the 2025 vs. 2026 Jeep Wrangler
The base engine is still the 3.6-liter V-6 with 285 ponies. It pairs with a six-speed manual if you like to row your own gears, or the optional eight-speed automatic. If you step up to the turbo-four (270-hp) or that massive V-8 (470-hp), the automatic is your only choice. Most trims come with part-time 4WD, but a full-time system is an option for the Sport, Sahara, and Rubicon (and it's standard on the 392).
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As for towing, capacity depends on how many doors you have. Two-door models can pull 2,000 pounds, while the four-door models handle up to 3,500. If you have the V-8-powered Rubicon 392, that number jumps to 5,000 pounds.
2025 vs. 2026 Jeep Wrangler Interior Tech and Space
Inside, the Wrangler stays true to its roots with an upright dash and a windshield that puts you right on top of the trail. The four-door models definitely have the edge on cargo space and rear-seat legroom, but both versions feel surprisingly modern. Every 2025 and 2026 model comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen running Uconnect 5, complete with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There is even a subscription service that puts 3,000 trail maps right on your screen.
Which Wrangler Model Year Calls Your Name?
No matter the year, Wrangler always delivers that signature "open-air" freedom. Whether you're stripping off the doors or dropping the top, nothing else on the road captures that same spirit. Whenever you're ready to compare these two versions in person, contact Alan Jay CDJR in Wauchula, and we'll get you behind the wheel!