Overview & Reviews

A Rubicon version of the Unlimited joins the lineup. All 2005 Jeep Wranglers get a new six-speed manual transmission to replace the old five-speed unit. The Sahara version of the Wrangler is dropped for 2005.

• Cheap, fun to drive, classic styling, go-anywhere capability.

User Reviews:

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  1st Jeep - 2005 Jeep Wrangler
  By Dave - May 19 - 4:00 am

  I wish i would have bought one 10 years ago! It`s fun to drive. Short and compact. I usually trade my vehicles in every two to three years. I have a feeling I may keep this Jeep for many years.

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  Love it. - 2005 Jeep Wrangler
  By aubjh - January 18 - 6:23 am

  Always wanted a Jeep. Now I have one! Aftermarket parts just bolt on. The 190 hp 4.0 V6 gets up and goes really fast. The 6 gears are great too. Second has been a little clunky; going to have that checked. Love the 4x4. Should of gotten the one with cruise control for long trips though. Powersteering already has gone out. Other than that I love it.

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  Can I get a woot woot? - 2005 Jeep Wrangler
  By Eggs - October 2 - 8:36 pm

  I love this Jeep! Ok, so this is the coolest ride. It is, however, not that great on gas. However, I look forward to getting into it every day and driving to work or out to do errands. The extra cargo space in the back is great for groceries and such - bigger than one would think. Overall, really, really happy with this rig.

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  Love it! - 2005 Jeep Wrangler
  By SeattleGuy - August 16 - 5:43 pm

  I love this vehicle. So much fun. Going up hills in my hometown of Seattle is no problem. Driving at the beach is a blast and the high profile makes crossing rivers no hassle. It is great to help everyone else out of the sand. ; )

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  Rubicon Unlimited Owner - 2005 Jeep Wrangler
  By Jefferson1964 - July 29 - 2:56 am

  So far so good with the Unlimited Rubicon. The ride is nice with the longer wheel base. This has also allowed me to put items in the back I would not have been able to in a standard Wrangler. The extra insulation in the Unlimited has really improved the interior cabin road noise. Minor wind/road noise from the soft top is all and still allows easy conversations.

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  pretty good truck - 2005 Jeep Wrangler
  By James - July 21 - 6:00 am

  Jeep is fun. Great to park. Back is very small. A little hard riding but put the top down and you forget all about the ride. I would like to see a little more power out of the engine, might increase gas mileage. 6 cylinder is nice but needs more horsepower. Maybe with a stick it would be better but I got the automatic because of my wife.

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  Wrangler # 3, I wont buy another new one - 2005 Jeep Wrangler
  By Clarkbar - June 15 - 8:30 pm

  I have owned a 97 SE 4 cyl 5 sp, 01 sport 6cyl 5sp and now I have an 05 rubicon 6 cyl 6sp. I have had nothing but problems with the front end. 4 sets of sway arm links, 4 steering stabilizers and 3 axle seal sets and it currently needs to go back in to the shop for more of the same I am sure. Other than that I love the Rubicon. It will go anywhere you want to go. Yes, its noisy, with the soft top. Hardtop helps a lot. mpg should not be a consideration. Its bad. I will own another Wrangler but it will be an old one. I absolutely loved the 97 (car accident took it from me), 2001 caught fire in the garage from a wiring short, 2005 my lawyer is negotiating with Chrysler. Buy an old one!

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  nice jeep - 2005 Jeep Wrangler
  By joseph r clementz - May 16 - 4:50 am

  Very nice Jeep; the new model handles good and the stereo is good. Wheels and options on the Unlimited are a good package

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  My 7th Wrangler - I like em a lot - 2005 Jeep Wrangler
  By mrwrangler - May 15 - 6:10 am

  Can you get a better vehicle for the money? Drives through deep snow Subarus cant. Top down in summer and 4x4 in the winter - super! I use mine to tow a small aluminum fishing boat; back it down in the lake - no problem where many other rigs get stuck. 4.0 has sweet power; 180 hp and 225lb torque early.

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  Ultimate reliability and practicality - 2005 Jeep Wrangler
  By JD Adams - March 28 - 11:00 am

  Great around-town SUV; its small, maneuverable and fun to drive. Off pavement, its as tough as a 4X4 can get. The Unlimiteds ride is excellent, and upscale options now make this a very civilized choice for people who want a no-nonsense, ultra-reliable vehicle to get around in. Plenty of cargo room. Back seat folds down and is removable for extra storage. New 6-speed transmission is a breeze to shift; clutch pedal is light, and the 4-wheel disc brakes are excellent. Not your average SUV - far more practical and useful, especially off-road.