Actual 392 Cost Difference

[Ten4Jeep]

Resale value is very important to you, yet you see it fit to spread negative nonsense about other Wranglers.

Like I said, no negative nonsense from me. Only first hand experience in my comments. Some of the aim of this thread was to filter out allot of the negative nonsense being posted by others. I know it would have saved me considerable searching if I had seen that you-tube video earlier on, so wanted to give other forum members, who may have had the same interest or concerns with the 392 price gap, an easier opportunity to see the true cost comparison. ?

The fact that you keep stalking my posts and calling me out with "YOUR MISINTERPRETATIONS" of my entries tells me you may be suffering from 392 envy

relax a little and don't be so sensitive. That's how discussions turn into bitter arguments and adds no value?

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[Ten4Jeep]

I think the problem for me is I don't need every option, my Rubicon with diesel was 52, so more like 30+ difference for me to make the jump. If you are going to get every option then yeah I can see the 16k difference. If you are trying to justify it then well go for it!

Yep, great perspective and appreciate your comment?

For someone who doesn't have the luxury of already owning a Wrangler (that's me!) and want's to have the power and fun of the V8, they have to look at the true cost of what it will cost buying a new wrangler of a "sub-Rubicon" model and adding the additional cost of a V8 build of ~$30K, but still not get all the options that come with the 392 (including warranty!). And I have no interest in looking for a used one and put my wife in a beat up wrangler, and then consider to invest $30K to Frankenstein it even more

So you are correct, it takes a little justification in the beginning. However all the incorrect figures that have been thrown around on this forum make that deciphering a little harder. Hopefully this thread has helped others facing that decision?

 

[Deleted member 59498]

Yep, great perspective and appreciate your comment?

For someone who doesn't have the luxury of already owning a Wrangler (that's me!) and want's to have the power and fun of the V8, they have to look at the true cost of what it will cost buying a new wrangler of a "sub-Rubicon" model and adding the additional cost of a V8 build of ~$30K, but still not get all the options that come with the 392 (including warranty!). And I have no interest in looking for a used one and put my wife in a beat up wrangler, and then consider to invest $30K to Frankenstein it even more

So you are correct, it takes a little justification in the beginning. However all the incorrect figures that have been thrown around on this forum make that deciphering a little harder. Hopefully this thread has helped others facing that decision?

Yeah if interested in V8 now is the year to get one. I would have to have a ton of cash laying around to put a 30k dollar engine in a brand new wrangler V6. So economically might as well get one from the factory new and ready to go.

Have fun in the new Jeep when you get it!

 

[AZpueblo]

You should always buy vehicles based on cost of ownership, not msrp. All that matters is how much it costs you in the end.

392 with a heavy discount off msrp is a pretty good buy from a depreciation standpoint. Most of the cost is the fuel, which is heavily dependant on where you drive it. 10mpg of premium is not fun.

392 probably is 10mpg city/suburbia, and 18-20mpg in rural areas that you don’t do alot of stopping.

Hybrids like the 4xe are the opposite.

That’s why I have a 4xe, because we’re talking about 25mpg suburbia Vs 10mpg in the 392.

If I lived in a rural area, where the 4xe probably averages the same 25 mpg, and the 392 average 18-20mpg. I’d definitely go 392.

Totally spot on! I could've bought the 392, but I thought the 4XE offered more. On the quickness topic, the 4XE is the 2nd fastest Rubi, 0-60 (I didn't buy it for that aspect but it's definitely fun to stoplight drag and surprises a lot of sporty cars when the electric & ICE combine!). That said, I do most of driving around town on the battery then plug in when I get home. Even if I use up most of the batt, it's like $1.50 to charge fully and with my Level 2 charger, we're full in under 2 hrs (again, that just a nice to have, if I gotta go, I always have the ICE and full tank of gas). Ave mileage is 33mpg. Because I rely on the electric so much, I only need to fill the gas like every 3 weeks or so (any that's just a top off from about 3/4 tank). I really do think the 4XE is the best of both worlds, power & MPGs, although I do admit the 4 banger does not have the soul of the V8. FYI, my other 2 cars are a Charger Daytona with the 392, and a Challenger Hellcat Redeye (797 HP), so I can get my V8 thrill there!

 

[Shark01]

Yep, great perspective and appreciate your comment?

For someone who doesn't have the luxury of already owning a Wrangler (that's me!) and want's to have the power and fun of the V8, they have to look at the true cost of what it will cost buying a new wrangler of a "sub-Rubicon" model and adding the additional cost of a V8 build of ~$30K, but still not get all the options that come with the 392 (including warranty!). And I have no interest in looking for a used one and put my wife in a beat up wrangler, and then consider to invest $30K to Frankenstein it even more

So you are correct, it takes a little justification in the beginning. However all the incorrect figures that have been thrown around on this forum make that deciphering a little harder. Hopefully this thread has helped others facing that decision?

I appreciate that you are 100% full steam ahead on this. I'm envious where you are. I have alot of apprehension about kicking in another $25k past the diesel, not that I don't have it but justifying a $90k Jeep Wrangler in general.

 

[guarnibl]

ONLY?? 392 drivetrain is basically only ~$16K premium!! I doubt the cost for a (existing motor in the line up) V8 engine and accessories cost additional $16k

Yes, it probably is actually. All things considered -- R&D for low production, materials, etc. If you're not looking at the entire picture and assume they had to do zero additional R&D, then I agree.

 

[SHO jeep]

The 392 and sky roof are the reason I bought a Jeep and not a Bronco. I love the power and ease of letting in the sun. Just my 2 cents.

 

[Birdcatcher]

I have accepted and now okay with the Jeep 392 since I’ve owned it for 2 months. It’s like having a not-so-ideal child, but it’s yours!

I just wish it had a larger gas tank, it gives me range anxiety and am just not fond of filling up gas (lesser trips to gas station are better).
I would’ve loved the 33 gallon gas tank that comes in the RAM trucks.

I average 10-11 mpg in the conditions I drive, highest I got up till now is 13-14. (Only ~600 miles here)

but if you don’t gun it when going through a tunnel with the exhaust open, you ain’t doing it right. I will take 10-11 mpg anyday ?

 

[Marijan Jeep2]

4XE range is really annoying too. It has such a small gas tank.

Well, this must be the new Elon Musk world. I do know that Tesla has poor build quality & range anxiety so why would you do that to a Jeep lifestyle. I just don’t think you’ll win in the long run. My Rubicon is eco diesel and really changes the vehicle feel & highway driving dynamics and more. If they didnt mess with riding diesel
Costing 40 cents more than regular lately, I would have scored large in savings. I leased 100,000 kms worth of Rubicon fun & payed 1/2 of the $7k extra premium for the engine. Trying something new for a fraction of the cost. No tech due to chip shortage so it all went into Real upgrades I use.(not even LED)& I’m happy.The only anxiety I get is when the yellow gas pump handle looks 1/2 black n ghetto when I need a fill up… but I’m over that since its not the case at every gas station.?

 

[Pig-Pen]

Saw my first 392 on the street today! I see lambos all the time but today finally a 392! Lol

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