Car Advice

Jeep Wrangler models revised for 2009

By Matt Brogan |

The iconic Jeep Wrangler has received an update for the end of 2009 with a range of optional equipment and a revised audio package adding even more value to the legendary SUV.

Jeep’s off-road pack is now available on both petrol and diesel Sport models while the Uconnect Multimedia centre is now available with a 30GB hard disk drive.

In tribute to the heritage of the Jeep brand, the 2009 Jeep Wrangler retains the body-on-frame chassis, solid front and rear axles, removable doors and fold-down windscreen.

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Wrangler Sport and Rubicon models signature features all remain hallmarks for 2009, including classic round headlamps, a seven-slot grille, trapezoidal wheel flares, exposed hinges, a fold-down windshield, sport bar, removable tops and doors.

Recently updated standard features for Jeep Wrangler include:

  • Standard tyre pressure warning system
  • 17-inch alloy wheels across the entire range
  • 2.8L CRD with automatic transmission now has 460Nm of torque (2.8L CRD with manual transmission remains unchanged at 410Nm)
  • 3.73:1 axle ratio (replaces 4.10) on Sport models equipped with automatic transmission
  • Unlimited models now receive an 85L fuel tank
  • Dual Top standard on Rubicon and Rubicon Unlimited

The $1,500 Off-Road Group (option) now includes:

  • Electronically controlled rear axle differential lock
  • 3.73 axle ratio (Manual and Automatic)
  • Electronic front sway-bar disconnect

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Pricing for the 2009 Wrangler starts at just $31,590*.

*Pricing is a guide as recommended to us by the manufacturer.


 
  • Jo

    New sound system? How bout they fix the traction control ‘death wobble’ and ‘slow diesel fill’ issues…

  • Matty B

    What Traction Control Issues…It needs to work to be an issue.

  • rudi

    hi all,

    I’m looking to get a new SUV and the wrangler really does catch my eye. I took one for a spin and i did like what I saw. Problem is that I want to know that I won’t be 100% buying into a lemon of a car, there’s a lot of negative comments about the wrangler, i wonder how they stack up to other cars of similar class? Is this a car to avoid like the plague? or is it deserving of some bad press but really all together not that bad??

    • Roddy

      Hey – If you like the Wrangler, buy it….just remember it is what it is…and it isn’t a luxury car. I’ve owned 3 in the last 10 years and they’ve been great. Most of the negative comments are regarding leaky tops which will leak if not installed correctly because people do not read their owners manual. Also, the stalling issue was a programming bug that was covered under recall. Not a big deal.
      These things are tough as nails and hold excellent resale value.