Would 5'6" wife have issues climbing in / out of Rubicon?

[Thunderjet]

My wife is 5'6. Would she have trouble getting into and out of a JL Rubicon compared to a Sport S?

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[JimmyZ]

My wife is 5'6. Would she have trouble getting into and out of a JL Rubicon compared to a Sport S?

Rubicon is approximately 1 1/2 inches taller than regular models. I am 5'07 and I've never had a problem. However, each person is different. Go visit a dealer. Even if you test a JLUR (uccck) it'll give you a good idea. Oh, I ordered the Mopar grab handles to assist too. Well worth the $50

 

[Notorious]

Get the mopar performance rock rails from the factory since you’re ordering:

 

[oldcjguy]

My wife is 5'5" and has no trouble getting into my Rubicon. She just uses the grap handle on the windshield frame or the one above the glovebox. I added grab handles to the rollbar for her. She doesn't need or use them to get in, just to hold onto while driving. Mine is a Recon and comes with the wider rock rails. Not sure if she uses them when getting in. I'll have to pay attention next time

 

[JimmyZ]

Get the mopar performance rock rails from the factory since you’re ordering:

I wish I had ordered these. Just $1k scared me away. Looking back now, I should have ordered these because I'm gonna end up spending at least $1k anyway and now I'm gonna have to do the labor dooooh. Oh well, live and learn

 

[Thunderjet]

Grab handles are a good idea. If I go with the Rubi was also thinking of adding dropped stepped running boards as well. Something similar to these:
Amazon.com: APS Drop Steps Running Boards Rocker Slider Compatible with Jeep Wrangler JL 2018-2021 2-Door: Automotive

 

[One_off]

I'm 5'4 and I get right in mine.
Never had my wife give me a boost up or nothing... lol

 

[Redbaron73]

If you want to have functional rock sliders, there are several with a step.

I personally chose the frame mount that works with the factory sliders.

 

[Maverick909]

you should be fine. i have a 2.5" lift on my sport ( which is closer to 4.5") my girl has no problem getting in. i added the smittybilt XRC step/sliders. she does use those to get in with the grab handles. I went Smitty because of the pricing and brand. went on easy by my self and didnt break the bank

 

[JimmyZ]

If you want to have functional rock sliders, there are several with a step.

I personally chose the frame mount that works with the factory sliders.

can you link me to those so i can check them out please

 

[Redbaron73]

can you link me to those so i can check them out please

https://aceengineeringandfab.com/collections/jl-products/products/jl-rock-sliders-4-door

 

[4xFUN]

My wife is 5'6. Would she have trouble getting into and out of a JL Rubicon compared to a Sport S?

Nope. My girl is 5'4" and jumps in and out of my JLR like a cat
Now I do have Mopar Performance Rock Rails which have 'step assist' but I also have a 2 inch lift and 35" tires...

 

[JimmyZ]

https://aceengineeringandfab.com/collections/jl-products/products/jl-rock-sliders-4-door

thanks

 

[JimmyZ]

https://aceengineeringandfab.com/collections/jl-products/products/jl-rock-sliders-4-door

wow those are expensive, at that price ill step to the mopar for a few dollars more.

 

[Jeepney Johnny]

How's her experience with the trucks you have now? When I test drove a Wrangler Sport, I could tell right away that my lady wouldn't necessarily need steps, but I wanted it to be easy for her to get in and out with heels, so I got drop steps. We just go to the beach, easy trails, and the mall. J/K about the mall, no one goes there, anymore, right?

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