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Long time Land Cruiser enthusiast (80 + 100 Series) now considering a Jeep (shhh!).
I've taken my Land Cruisers offroad from the Blue Ridge to Moab, but hardcore wheeling days are behind me.
My attraction to the Wrangler is simply to enjoy the warm seasons (May-September) with an open canopy and a family of 5. It will also serve as a grocery getter and daily driver for the missus (we call them Mall Cruisers).
So with that brief background, I would really appreciate your advice on a 2021 Wrangler. I'm considering these 3 trims with the same options:
TRIM
Sport S
Willys +$2k MSRP over Sport S
Rubicon +$6k MSRP over Sport S
OPTIONS
Full-Time 4WD (Selec-Trac or Rock-Trac)
Advanced / Safety Group
Trailer-Tow Heavy / Heavy-Duty Electrical Group
Cold Weather Group
QUESTION 1: If 98% of driving will be pavement, 1.99% gravel, and .01% light duty off-road, should I even consider the Rubicon??? I love the concept of having solid front/rear axles with locking diffs in 2021, even though I really won't need them. But it might help me sleep better at night knowing they are there. I'm also thinking about resale value 5 years from now, so maybe the difference won't be $6k from a Sport S?
QUESTION 2: Is Rubicon's Full-Time 4WD Rock-Trac system any better on pavement or snow than the Selec-Trac offered in the other Wrangler trims?
QUESTION 3: Since I want Full-Time 4WD, these are the two engine options. Coming from the uber-reliable Land Cruiser, is one engine better than the other for reliability, maintenance cost, or quirks in general?
QUESTION 4: Can this rear cup/coin holder be removed to create more foot space for a middle passenger?
Any other things to consider or feedback is appreciated! Thank you!
I've taken my Land Cruisers offroad from the Blue Ridge to Moab, but hardcore wheeling days are behind me.
My attraction to the Wrangler is simply to enjoy the warm seasons (May-September) with an open canopy and a family of 5. It will also serve as a grocery getter and daily driver for the missus (we call them Mall Cruisers).
So with that brief background, I would really appreciate your advice on a 2021 Wrangler. I'm considering these 3 trims with the same options:
TRIM
Sport S
Willys +$2k MSRP over Sport S
Rubicon +$6k MSRP over Sport S
OPTIONS
Full-Time 4WD (Selec-Trac or Rock-Trac)
Advanced / Safety Group
Trailer-Tow Heavy / Heavy-Duty Electrical Group
Cold Weather Group
QUESTION 1: If 98% of driving will be pavement, 1.99% gravel, and .01% light duty off-road, should I even consider the Rubicon??? I love the concept of having solid front/rear axles with locking diffs in 2021, even though I really won't need them. But it might help me sleep better at night knowing they are there. I'm also thinking about resale value 5 years from now, so maybe the difference won't be $6k from a Sport S?
QUESTION 2: Is Rubicon's Full-Time 4WD Rock-Trac system any better on pavement or snow than the Selec-Trac offered in the other Wrangler trims?
QUESTION 3: Since I want Full-Time 4WD, these are the two engine options. Coming from the uber-reliable Land Cruiser, is one engine better than the other for reliability, maintenance cost, or quirks in general?
QUESTION 4: Can this rear cup/coin holder be removed to create more foot space for a middle passenger?
Any other things to consider or feedback is appreciated! Thank you!
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