Introduced in 2006, the JK generation of Wrangler was the third generation of the nameplate, which itself can trace its origins to the CJ-7 of the 1980s. One of the most iconic nameplates in Jeep’s line-up, the JK Wrangler was offered as a two or four-door convertible or hardtop SUV. This 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK Unlimited Altitude 4x4 is an Altitude Edition 24L from the last year of production for the JK, before the JL took over that year, and comes to you with just 26,809 miles. If you’re looking for a no-nonsense SUV that can handle the rough stuff as well as regular school and office runs, it’s the ideal family vehicle from one of America’s most iconic manufacturers.

Exterior and Interior

Dressed in a Chief Clear Coat paintjob which translates to a bright blue shade, this 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara will stand out no matter where you park it, helped by its black alloy wheels with silver accents wrapped with Bridgestone Dueler A/T tires. Unlike many current model SUVs, the no-nonsense design, straight body lines and matte black lower body accents are all for functionality first, form second. This is one of those vehicles that looks correct regardless of whether it’s just been waxed and detailed, or wearing a thick coat of brown mud. The Max Trailer Tow package has been installed too. The black and gray interior includes black leather seats with Diesel Gray accent stitching. You’ve got seating for five occupants, air conditioning, the Radio 430 Nav infotainment system, Connectivity Group, and an Alpine premium 9-speaker system with subwoofer as some of the creature comforts, apart from heated front seats and the expected powered conveniences, with power window and mirror controls in the center console. The thick-rimmed steering wheel has multifunction controls and cruise control as well, so this Jeep isn’t as spartan as you may think. A remote starter system for the engine adds a touch of convenience as well, especially if you’d like to heat or cool the vehicle before entering. The passenger’s grab handle on the dash proudly proclaims ‘Since 1941’, when Jeep started making vehicles.

Engine

This 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara is powered by a stout 3.6L Pentastar V6 that’s good for 285hp and 260lb-ft. These are solid figures, and delivered to the wheels via a Mercedes-Benz derived five-speed automatic transmission and Jeep’s Command-Trac part-time four wheel drive system. There’s hill descent control as well.