Overview & Reviews
After setting a new trail with a complete redesign last year, the Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited travel into 2008 with only minor equipment changes. These include a standard Sunrider soft top on Wrangler Sahara and Rubicon models, optional remote ignition and a new Sahara appearance package for both two- and four-door versions.
- Superior off-road ability, surprisingly fun to drive around town, rough-and-tumble image, availability of two- and four-door versions, upscale navigation system.
- Noisy with standard soft top, finicky soft top operation, mediocre acceleration and on-road handling, no power mirrors, too many hard plastic contact points.
User Reviews:
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Jeep needs to get it together - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
By jason - January 11 - 2:00 amI just sold my 2008 wrangler x unlimited. Until Jeep gets there act together and builds a quality, fuel efficient wrangler, I wont buy another Jeep product. I loved my Jeep but the fuel economy, power, and build quality far outweigh the good things about the car. I live in Florida where the roads are flat. Getting 16 mpg at 70 mph on the interstate is unacceptable. Also, I feel like the lack of power can be dangerous sometimes when merging onto an interstate or pulling out in traffic when you need power. The Jeep hesitates and doesnt move. Get it together Jeep!
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2nd wrangler - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
By RC - November 8 - 2:50 pmI had a 1997 wrangler soft top w/ a 4 cyl and I loved it. Finally drove it into the ground so I bought a 2008 x. Coming from a 4 cyl to the new v6 I dont have a problem with the power that many ofter people seem to. The 2008 has power everything, 6 speaker stereo system, a 3 piece freedom top. Its a huge step forward over my old Jeep and I love it. The only thing I dont like as much as my old Jeep is the fact that the passenger seat does not roll forward like my old Jeep did which makes it harder to get into the back seat.
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Death Wobble - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
By Ron - October 15 - 9:40 pmI really enjoyed the Jeep for the first six months that I owned it but at approximately 12,800 miles, while driving down a freeway at roughly 65 mph I hit a small bump in the road and the entire front end of the vehicle started to shudder to the point that it was almost impossible to control. I took the vehicle to the dealership and after checking they advised that I had a leaking steering damper which was replaced under warranty. After doing a lot of research, I discovered that this is a condition commonly referred to as "Death Wobble" which appears to be a recurring problem with Wranglers. I dont feel that the vehicle is safe to operate and I will be getting rid of it.
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Roof leak - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
By george - August 8 - 1:40 pmThis Jeeps top leaked since day 1. It has been in to be repaired 6 times and out of service more than 30 days. I have filed under lemon law /and was given a mediator /with no resolution. 5 months later I was forced into buying a foreign used car so I could get to work. I do not recommend this Jeep to any! Chrysler does not back product, they sure can sell you a car, but service is not there anymore. Stay away
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Ive always wanted a Wrangler & got it! - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
By KNS - June 19 - 4:40 amI LOVE, LOVE, LOVE my Wrangler!!! I really wanted the Rescue Green (it was the color of my 96 Cherokee), but couldnt find it with the options I wanted. I got the "S" package and it rocks! I do have the annoying door/latch rattle and the back lift window has leaked a few times in the rain, but definitely not the Freedom Top (keeping my fingers crossed). The design of the water drain stinks . . . water runs right into the car when you open then door when it rains & the doors need the hinge stops. They should include the tool needed to take off the back top too. Other than that, its been a blast and I get a lot of Jeep waves & flirty smiles for being a little chick in a hot ride!!!
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jeepers creepers - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
By bob - June 10 - 2:06 amI have owned 4 jeeps similar to this one. The jk has the smoothest ride so far. All the nice things in the "S" package are great. I was really shocked about the drips and wind noise- -the worst ever. But my local jeep dealer in Clarion, PA fixed the problems.
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2008 Jeep Wrangler 2 door X - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
By dstanzini - June 9 - 4:05 amMust say I love this Jeep! Ive had Jeeps my entire life from CJ 5s to now. This rides like a car. Ive had no issues at all. Plenty of power, love the 6 speed stick, amazing turning radius. I must also say this; it get amazing gas mileage. I was certainly not expecting that. The last Jeep I had was a 2000 4 cylinder automatic and the best that got was about 18-19 MPG. This can get up to 24 on the highway, very surprising and unusual to get more than what the deal says. Maybe I just got a good one. But I am extremely pleased. Very fun to drive. Ive only put about 60,000 on it so far as it is just a pleasure vehicle
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Will never own another... - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
By lmbrans06 - May 20 - 11:55 pmI have always loved the Jeep style so I bought the four door and loved it... until 69,000 miles. Thats when the spider gear went out. It was covered under the lifetime powertrain warranty because I bought it new in 2008. I was told Jeep wouldnt cover it because the spider gear wasnt under the warranty coverage. If the spider gear isnt powertrain, I dont know what is. I threw a fit to Jeep and they finally covered it. It stayed in the shop a week. I went to go get it and was told the axle seals were leaking. So it was gone another week. Got it back and the axle seals were still leaking. They replaced them again. After that, it never worked right again.
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4 Months And Lovin It - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
By Mark - May 20 - 3:46 amWe have owned this 08 Wrangler for 4 months now and totally love it. Reviewers keep harping on lack of acceleration. I have no problems with the V6. It is very sufficient. If you want sports-car acceleration, you should buy a sports car. For Gods sake, this is a SUV. It wasnt designed for extreme acceleration. It truly does everything in an extremely FUN way. You need to test drive one to understand.
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Smile from ear to ear. - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
By Pat - March 19 - 3:00 pmThis is by far my favorite vehicle. It puts a smile on my face every time I see it. The fuel economy has been surprisingly good 21 MPG. I have had zero problems with this Jeep. I love it and hope it lasts forever. I cant imagine driving anything other than a wrangler now. Im so glad I traded in the BMW!
