Jeep Wrangler 1996 TJ

This generation of Jeep Wrangler TJ has been produced from November, 1996 to October, 2002. We can provide information about 3 modifications of this generation. 1996 Jeep Wrangler comes with four wheel drive (4x4).

This Jeep is available with two petrol engines with displacement from 2.5 to 4.0 litres and power of from 118 to 177 horsepower. All engines feature a timing chain-driven camshaft, which is considered a more reliable and less maintenance-intensive solution (What is an engine chain and belt?).
The car is available with both manual (2 versions), as well as automatic (1 version) gearbox.

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Jeep Wrangler 1996 TJ average fuel consumption in combined cycle is from 11.6 to 14.7 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Jeep Wrangler 1996 TJ version is Jeep Wrangler 2.5i, consuming 11.6 litres of petrol per 100km.
According to user reviews, Jeep Wrangler real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 13 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Jeep Wrangler modification.

Jeep Wrangler 1996 TJ CO2 emissions are from 273 to 311 grams per kilometer. Jeep Wrangler version with the lowest CO2 emissions is Jeep Wrangler 2.5i, which produces 273 grams of CO2 per one kilometer.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 9.9 seconds has Jeep Wrangler 4.0i version, conversely the tardiest one is Jeep Wrangler 2.5i reaching this speed only in 14.1 seconds. The maximum top speed is 174 km/h for the 4.0 petrol 6-cylinder 177 hp version (Jeep Wrangler 4.0i).

Lenght of Jeep Wrangler is 388 cm, it is small car. Jeep Wrangler gross weight is from 1925 to 1975 kg (depending on modification), which is about 20 percent lighter than the average for this age and class.

This Jeep is quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 12 500 €. Users calculated Jeep Wrangler 1996 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 3800 € cost per year and 0.37 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 53%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 20% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Jeep Wrangler for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Jeep Wrangler prices and costs.

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Jeep Wrangler prices

Jeep Wrangler 1996 - 2002 crossover price in Latvia is from 5000 € to 18000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Jeep Wrangler price is very high - Jeep Wrangler is more than two times more expensive then average crossovers of this age (compare crossovers 1996 - 2002 prices). Jeep Wrangler high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this Jeep could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.