The olive-green paint named "41" on my tester enhanced that character.
Interior: Rugged Doesn't Mean Cheap
Step inside and you're reminded that Jeep understands something many automakers have forgotten: not every function needs to live inside a touchscreen.
The Wrangler's switchgear remains one of its greatest strengths.
The buttons are large, the controls are intuitive, and everything feels designed to be operated while wearing gloves, covered in mud, or bouncing around on a trail.
The dedicated controls for locking differentials, sway-bar disconnect, and off-road systems are exactly where they should be.
The front seats are better than many people expect. They're supportive, comfortable, and suitable for long days behind the wheel.
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The rear seats are perfectly usable but fewer creature comforts are available. The seatbelts can ride a bit high depending on occupant size.
What makes the cabin appealing is its purposefulness. Auxiliary switches are ready for aftermarket accessories, and mounting locations for cameras and trail gear are available.
Small Easter eggs appear throughout the cabin.
Uconnect remains one of the better infotainment systems. It's quick, intuitive, and largely free of frustrating lag.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connected seamlessly. The camera systems are genuinely useful off-road, particularly when cresting steep obstacles where visibility disappears.
Driving Experience: Thrilling and Terrifying
The 6.4-liter naturally aspirated V8 produces 470 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque. It sends power through an eight-speed automatic transmission and a full-time four-wheel-drive system.
