We're looking at Jeeps, has to be an automatic so engine choices on automatics are the 2.0L 4 cyl turbo (no e-torque) or the 3.6L V6 e-torque (non turbo)...., forget about the 392, aint gonna happen. Hp ratings are 270 for the little turbo and 285 for the V6 and the turbo makes more low end (useable) torque. Have driven both, I can't tell much difference. Anyone have experience with either of these current Jeep engines..., good, bad, or ugly? Anybody got one but wished they got the other?

I had at least 6 Jeeps in the last 10 years

If you are worried about torque, save you money

They are the motorcycle of cars

I say that..with that question should you buy one whatever motor I doubt you will like it

They don't ride like a Cadillac, not 1 of them

Ive had them from a 1986-2020

A buddy of mine bought this Rubicon rigged out w tires and lift winch all the bells

I said you went deep on your 1st didn't you

He traded it in at a big loss in 6 months later wondering why anybody would pay $70k for such a turd

lol, its a Jeep

I’ve heard more issues with the 2.0 but they may have them worked out by now. My parents bought the hybrid 2.0 and love it but it will probably never see a lift or anything either. The 3.6 has been around longer and the bugs worked out by now. I will say the 2.0 was much more impressive once I drove it.

Wife has a 2.0 T, I haven’t seen any major issues with it. Wouldn’t tow anything with it, that’s why we have a truck.

Have a 2015 Wrangler JK 2 dr that I really like. It has the 280 HP 3.6L. Be aware that somewhere between 40-80K miles, the plastic oil cooler will fail and need replacing. $800, but that's about all that goes wrong with them.

Just brought home a 1971 CJ-5 today, that has a 225 V-6, with 160 HP. They are all great for running around.

Until they make one that won’t turn its engine off when it stops moving, I’m done with them.

My buddy is having buyers remorse with his Gladiator from the lack of power and noise. It's his fault and he admits it, I guess he thought there would be some things he would be able to put up with. He has put some money into trying to quiet down the road noise from a lack of insulation if you will. He knew the engine would be lacking from what he has been used to in his previous vehicles. But from all his research he has done, he has come down to one reasoning he see's a lot, "it's a jeep thing."

I have a 2014 Rubicon Unlimited 3.6 liter V6 280 HP. I keep it in Colorado all summer long (actually going to pick it up on Monday). It's awesome for mountain trails and off road. Not so much for highway driving. I have it lifted w/ 35" tires, light bar, front steel bumper with winch, rear steel bumper with 35" tire and HD tire carrier, so it gets lousy gas mileage and it's noisy. I had all kinds of sensor issues this spring that cost me many many hours and over $1000 to fix. I also had some other issues within the last 2 years with general quality control, but nothing major. Just know what you're getting when you buy one. They are fun to drive and I have always liked the way they look, but there are better options for both power and comfort.

I currently have a Jeep Gladiator (2022) and a Toyota Tacoma (2019). Personally swapping from one to the other, I can't tell any difference, in power, haul capacity, etc. The Jeep is the Mojave package and is a little more comfortable on long trips. Both of these are light-duty pickups and are not made for serious hauling or towing.

I also have a buddy that has the 2.0l diesel. It does have better torque at low RPMs and pulls a boat better than mine. I thought about getting the diesel when I bought my last one but couldn't justify the extra expense.

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Do they offer the wrangler in a diesel option?

Yes

I had a 2014 Rubicon...if you stood next to it while it was idling you had to yell over the lifter knocking.

My problem with Jeep is, it isn't the Jeep I had in high school...it's a Dodge now. What I would've given to have a 4.0 straight 6 and the dependability it brings to the table. The 3.8 is a bigger turd than the 3.6 and the 3.6 a minivan motor.

Good luck...oh and I didn't mention the DA wave

You can get the 392 in the Wrangler....

That’s definitely a Chopped upgrade option

Go big or go home.

There are a number of inexpensive devices that can disable auto-start/stop. I have one on my 2020 JLUR.

Get the HEMI

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I went with a JLU Willys model and the V-6 E-Torque.

First thing I noticed was I had to watch the rpm's to know when the motor shut off. If I didn't watch it I didn't know. While I hate the idea of a start stop, they've really got this one working smooth. Plus side there's a big button that completely disables it when ever you choose, I shut it off as soon as I get in. The motor/alternator is able to produce 60 ft/lbs of torque by itself and this comes in from the start. Helps the bottom end and smooth's out the shifting. While 60 ft/lbs doesn't sound like much it's electric and instant. you have over 300 ft'lbs available at the right time. To be honest it's a little touchy from a standing start and takes a little getting used to, unless you like to chirp the tires. Power wise I'm pretty impressed, it's not the 420 HP in my GMC but the GMC has it by about 1200 lbs. When you look at power to weight ratio They're not that far apart. The little diesel is a stump puller but it's also the heaviest combination. Haven't driven the I-4 but they say there's not much difference between it and the V-6. I have seen video comparing the two and the V-6 is consistently winning the 1/4 mile. Let me add that there's a ton of bolt on aftermarket performance parts for the V-6, seen a few combinations that take it up to 320 HP. That put's it right at even with the 420 HP 6.2 in the power to weight range. Run a Turbo and you leave the 6.2 way behind. Rumor has it that the 3 liter straight 6 may become available for the Wrangler, over 400 HP and just as much torque.

Why are you looking for torque?
Hauling / towing?
Off roaring / rock climbing?

I ask because torque at the wheels is different than engine torque.

I've heard that the early model JK had some engine issues. I have a 2018 JK and so far no issues. I don't want the newest anything in automotive just because of early potential reliability issues.

I would suggest staying away from the diesel or get rid of is asap once the warranty is up. Have seen lots of issues with them

Not hung up on Hp or torque, just noted the factory numbers because they're so close for these two engines and was looking for any first hand experience related to either in a current Jeep. We just got the itch for something fun to goof around with - no serious rock climbing or major off-roading, just some mud and snow up north. The Rubicon with it's lockers, gear ratios, and suspension is way more than anything we'd need especially since majority of miles would be on pavement or forest service roads. Am thinking maybe the Willys with 4 doors and the 4 cyl turbo would be our ticket....., but I sure like the looks of the 2 door Rubicon!

This one just did 110 miles on the ranch today and averaged close to 19 mpg.

Everybody waves at everybody out here, hell I was waving at Jeeps before I even knew of the wave. I even wave at Ford's!

You must be that guy at the coffee shop who always sit's by himself.

Another one they have that's damn interesting is the 4XE hybrid electric. Before everybody screams' understand what it is. It still has the I-4 Turbo but it also has two electric motors and a battery pack. When you tap the electrics and the I-4 you end up with 375 HP and 470 ft/lbs torque. It's not a full time electric system, just there when you need it. The E-Torque has a single motor/alternator that does the same thing but with less power. The 4XE can go 25 miles on electric alone, the E-Torque doesn't have that option. Only Jeep Faster is the 392 V8.

Wha types of problems are you hearing about on the diesel? My wife has one that is now 2 years old but only had 10K miles on it. It is a beast as far as power goes and gets around 25 MPG in town and over 30 on the highway.

Nice Jeep