3.6 vs 2.0

[RockyMtJL]

Don’t just look at dyno charts. Go out and drive both. I did and settled on the 3.6

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[Mike630]

About time we did this 3.6 vs 2.0 discussion. It’ll be good to finally hash this one out.

 

[Rolling Ragu]

I went with the 3.6. From reading the forum, I was expecting to be left wanting more. That is not the case. I think it's an impressive engine. I didn't buy a Wrangler to be a sports car, yet it is zippy enough. My last vehicle was an F150 with the 3.5 Ecoboost. It was a beast, in comparison, I don't feel like the 3.6 is a problem. I drive like a grandpa most of the time any way.

 

[Arterius2]

I went with the 3.6. From reading the forum, I was expecting to be left wanting more. That is not the case. I think it's an impressive engine. I didn't buy a Wrangler to be a sports car, yet it is zippy enough. My last vehicle was an F150 with the 3.5 Ecoboost. It was a beast, in comparison, I don't feel like the 3.6 is a problem. I drive like a grandpa most of the time any way.

Low range torque isn’t only useful on a “sports car”. Just FYI.

 

[Rolling Ragu]

Low range torque isn’t only useful on a “sports car”. Just FYI.

Of course not, which is why I enjoyed the Ecoboost so much. I don't notice a torque deficit in the 3.6 for the way I use the Wrangler. Not like that dyno chart would have you believe.

 

[DonBindas]

Of course not, which is why I enjoyed the Ecoboost so much. I don't notice a torque deficit in the 3.6 for the way I use the Wrangler. Not like that dyno chart would have you believe.

Some like to drive hammers and others prefer sling shots?

 

[amnesiac]

To each their own, I hear it’s a nice engine.

I have owned two turbos over the years. They are fun once they finally kick in.

Personally I love the responsiveness of a “normal” engine.

I love the 3.6 V6 paired with the manual transmission.

One of the major reasons I got my Jeep.

 

[CJ555]

I would go test drive for yourself . 2.0 all the way.

Thanks for the response. I will definitely do that, hopefully I can find a dealer with both on the lot so I can go back to back and decide before ordering.

 

[CJ555]

Wow, just read all the other responses,...now I am even more undecided!!!! (If that's possible between 2 choices?!)
Test driving both is now a definite must. Fortunately I am not ordering until early spring so I have some time.

Thanks everybody

 

[oceanblue2019]

Jeep had to clarify 2.0 octane requirement because FCA originally stated 91+ on the window sticker and owners manual.

I believe that maybe was only very early ones as my 2019 window sticker was correct?

 

[rickyrobert]

The 3.6 is very fun imo, and feels very good in the wrangler. It feels torquey enough around town, and it feels awesome because the more revs you give it, the harder it goes, all the way to redline.

 

[DonBindas]

Wow, just read all the other responses,...now I am even more undecided!!!! (If that's possible between 2 choices?!)
Test driving both is now a definite must. Fortunately I am not ordering until early spring so I have some time.

Thanks everybody

Go to Criswell in Maryland and buy it for 8% below invoice (dealer's cost).

 

[DonBindas]

The 3.6 is very fun imo, and feels very good in the wrangler. It feels torquey enough around town, and it feels awesome because the more revs you give it, the harder it goes, all the way to redline.

My Rubicon 3.6 has 4:10 gears, so it pulls like tractor!

 

[rickyrobert]

My Rubicon 3.6 has 4:10 gears, so it pulls like tractor!

Oh, I'm not saying the 3.6 isn't torquey enough! Mine feels amazing down low even with stock gears. I can't imagine 4:10s. It probably feels like you can drive up walls in 4 low! Anyways my point is, the 3.6 is an awesome motor. My last truck was a 5.0 f150, and this doesn't feel slow, or inadequate at all (granted, it isn't a rocket like the 5.0 was, but that's a much larger motor.). I wouldn't change a thing about the 3.6

 

[CJ555]

Unfortunately the Rubi is out of my price range, even with leasing. But I will be getting the Willy's with the 3.45's for what it's worth.

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