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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  My 1st JEEP... what joy! - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
  By BLUTOV - November 21 - 1:26 pm

  Ive had my Jeep for 2 weeks now and it is outstanding. Its a Sahara unlimited 4x4 2008. It sits on forte chrome blunt 22"wheels with toyo tires. Chrome gas cap, door handles, and side steps. Custom paint (the hard top, bumpers and mirrors too) rescue green. Katzkin leather seats with suede in the middle and a 368w 7-speaker infinity sound sys incl subwoofer with Sirius satellite radio... Remote starter... A bought it from the dealer like this and got a real good deal... The rake is beautiful... It stands tall... Looks and is tough... In short a show stopper... I love my Jeep! Buy American! The drive is smooth... Average gas consumption 19.5 mpg. People just gawk at it or grin with glee.

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  A Fun vehicle - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
  By deltadawn - October 11 - 1:26 pm

  2008 JK is very much improved, from previous models .It rides much better than YJ and TJs. The only bad thing is you cant reach the back seat.It could use a little more power, but nothing is perfect. I have an X and its the most affordable SUV on the planet. It also comes with a lifetime warranty, which isnt bad either. No other vehicle can you personalize like a jeep wrangler.

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  Loving It - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
  By Gary - October 2 - 1:36 am

  Bought this car in June. Had an 89 Wrangler when younger. Traded in my Acura TL and dont regret it for a minute. I was concerned with build and reliability after reading reviews, but so far so good. Jeep is just awesome in the summer months. Definitely get the soft and hard top. Ride is great. Our kids go crazy for this car. My neighbor bought one last week because they loved it so much. You must learn the Jeep wave if you are a first time owner!

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  07 Wrangler that knows rocks and trails - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
  By mattjk84 - June 23 - 2:26 am

  Bought my 2007 JK while still in college so I logged many miles during its first year, now it is used more for rock climbing and hunting. Extremely tough and reliable, I installed a 2.5" lift and 33" BF Goodrich M/Ts and it will take anything I can throw at it. Great fuel mileage given the use, and no mechanical problems.

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  Jeep seeking mud - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
  By WAVE NY - February 9 - 12:16 am

  I love my new JEEP! I like walking up to it from a store and just thinking this thing is just a big ol toy! About the leaking, there was a notice about the freedom tops leaking due to inadequate weather stripping. What warranties are for! Plenty of power for me, and i dont think anyone buys a wrangler that is overly worried about shelling out for gas. Keep Jeepin and Wave!

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  Wrangler; Im back! - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
  By Butler Jeeper - February 4 - 4:26 am

  Traded in my Mustang convert in order to get back into a Wrangler. This is my third one and they just keep getting better. Sahara has the perfect trim level for cruising. The 18" wheels and Dueler A/T tires can take you anywhere. Plenty of power and acceleration for freeway cruising. The 6-speed shifts so smoothly! No complaints about gas mileage. The trip computer consistently shows Im getting just over 23 mpg average per tankful (30/70 city/highway). Almost 6000 miles and not a problem. This vehicle gets a lot of looks. Cant wait for Camp Jeep 2009!

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  An Amazing Ride - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
  By DJ Bill - January 9 - 1:03 pm

  This is my first Jeep. I have never even ridden in one let alone owned one. I have heard so much about them and all the stories were true. It is super fun to drive and with all the configurations of the top and windows, there is no limit to the look and feel of driving this vehicle. I previously owned a 2004 Durango and the gas mileage on this was horrible. I am currently getting 19.4 mpg in my new Jeep and very satisfied with that. Pulling up to red lights is interesting because everyone wants to know about it and other Jeep owners ask "So, how do you like it?" I say awesome baby! Just remember these things are built for power, not speed! No need for a radar detector!

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  Jeepin Fun - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
  By Jeepin Fun - December 1 - 9:16 am

  Besides the horrible experience with the dealership, we found others now, we love our rig. Bought it in Feb. "08 and put into storage in Washington with 1234 miles. Bought a home in Vegas, fly back, picked it up, loaded it and a 6x12x6 ft cargo trailer and headed back to Vegas. I did change the oil and checked it over before we left. No trouble at all coming back! I shifted down manually a lot of the time to keep rpm up as with OD off, (it just didnt down shift early enough) and it pulled every mountain pass doing the speed limit with No problems. Need to mention the trailer was loaded to the limits too! What a rig. Two and a half days! Im fighting blood clots, so we had to stop a lot. Love it!

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  2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
  By Brad - July 15 - 7:13 am

  This is my first Jeep but after having a GMC Jimmy theres no comparison. Steering is light but responsive, corners well and the highway ride is much improved over past generations. Noise is still there but not dominating. Engine isnt a powerhouse but with the 6 spd thats up to the driver, and it can go fairly well. No problems with the roof or door seals. Suspension is firm but in town it doesnt have a problem absorbing northern Alberta potholes. If you want a cushy ride, buy a Crown Vic. I plan to have this thing for a long time, and so far so good!

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  Unlimited SAHARA - 2008 Jeep Wrangler
  By doom trooper - May 20 - 3:36 am

  I love my 08 UNLIMITED SAHARA it surprised me when I found out how quiet the ride is and how it has completely beaten the older models. I have owned 4x4s before both trucks and full size suvs and I will admit that they all had a good ride and handled well BUT this jeep beats them all. I showed my 08 unlimited Sahara to my cousin who still has an original CJ5 and he told me straight up that it completely beats his CJ in every way. He agrees with me that the removable hard top comes in handy in sunny worm weather.