2020 Jeep Wrangler EcoDiesel

Combo No. 6

Highs: Torque where you need it, efficient, surprisingly quick. Lows: Pricey, slightly compromised ride, no manual gearbox.

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THE RUNDOWN

Vehicle Type: front-engine, rear/4-wheeldrive, 5-passenger, 4-door convertible

Base/As Tested ............... $46,140/$57,940

Engine: turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve diesel V-6, iron block and aluminum heads, direct fuel injection Displacement ......................... 182 cu in, 2987 cc Power ..................................... 260 hp @ 3600 rpm Torque ................................ 442 lb-ft @ 1400 rpm Transmission: 8-speed automatic

Dimensions

• Wheelbase ................................................. 118.4 in • L/W/H .................................... 188.4/73.8/73.6 in • Curb Weight ............................................. 4863 lb

t e s t R E S U L T S

Rollout, 1 ft ................................................. 0.3 sec 60 mph ........................................................... 6.7 sec 100 mph ........................................................ 21.1 sec Rolling Start, 5–60 mph ........................ 7.6 sec 1/4-Mile ................................... 15.2 sec @ 89 mph Top Speed (gov ltd) ................................ 113 mph Braking, 70–0 mph ...................................... 198 ft Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad ............... 0.64 g EPA Fuel Economy (C/D est) • Comb/City/Hwy ........................ 26/23/30 mpg C/D Fuel Economy • Observed .................................................. 25 mpg

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