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- MY2000–2027
Jeep Wrangler MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
24 model years · 2000–2027
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Jeep Wrangler fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Jeep Wrangler for 24 model years, 2000 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 14–25 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 6 configurations rated 14–21 MPG combined and costing $3,060–$5,740 a year to fuel at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2000 is the 2023 4dr EcoDiesel 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD, at 25 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations. EPA ratings go back to 1984: the earliest rating on this page is 17 MPG in 1987.
Jeep Wrangler MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | Diesel (MPG) | Plug-in hybrid, gas only (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-2027* (JL) Generation page | |||||
| 2027 (partial) | 14–21 | — | — | — | $3,060–$5,740 |
| 2026 | 14–21 | — | — | 20 | $2,580–$5,740 |
| 2025 | 14–21 | — | — | 20 | $2,580–$5,740 |
| 2024 | 14–21 | — | — | 20 | $2,580–$5,740 |
| 2023 | 14–23 | 21 | 23–25 | 20 | $2,580–$5,630 |
| 2022 | 14–23 | 21 | 23–25 | 20 | $2,580–$5,630 |
| 2021 | 14–23 | 21 | 23–25 | 20 | $2,580–$5,630 |
| 2020 | 19–23 | 20–21 | 25 | — | $2,860–$3,820 |
| 2019 | 19–20 | 22–24 | — | — | $2,770–$3,380 |
| 2018 Generation page | |||||
| 2018 | 18–20 | 22–24 | — | — | $3,190–$3,710 |
| 2007-2017 (JK) Generation page | |||||
| 2017 | 18 | — | — | — | $3,540–$3,710 |
| 2016 | 18 | — | — | — | $3,540–$3,710 |
| 2015 | 18 | — | — | — | $3,540–$3,710 |
| 2014 | 18 | — | — | — | $3,540–$3,710 |
| 2013 | 18 | — | — | — | $3,540–$3,710 |
| 2012 | 18 | — | — | — | $3,540–$3,710 |
| 2011 | 17 | — | — | — | $3,940–$3,950 |
| 2010 | 17 | — | — | — | $3,840 |
| 2009 | 16–17 | — | — | — | $3,840–$4,080 |
| 2008 | 16–18 | — | — | — | $3,630–$4,080 |
| 2007 | 16–18 | — | — | — | $3,630–$4,080 |
| 2000-2002 (TJ) Generation page | |||||
| 2002 | 14–17 | — | — | — | $3,840–$4,670 |
| 2001 | 15–17 | — | — | — | $3,840–$4,360 |
| 2000 | 15–17 | — | — | — | $3,840–$4,360 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
Jeep Wrangler generations
4 generations between 2000 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
Jeep Wrangler MPG history, 1987–1999
| Year | Gas (MPG) |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 15–17 |
| 1998 | 14–17 |
| 1997 | 15–18 |
| 1995 | 14–17 |
| 1994 | 14–17 |
| 1993 | 14–17 |
| 1992 | 14–17 |
| 1991 | 14–17 |
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| Year | Gas (MPG) |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 14–17 |
| 1989 | 14–17 |
| 1988 | 14–17 |
| 1987 | 15–17 |
EPA re-estimated the ratings of pre-2008 vehicles under its 2008 method; these are the re-estimated values.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Jeep Wrangler's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Jeep Wrangler run 14–25 MPG across model years 2000 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 14–21 MPG.
Which Jeep Wrangler model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2023 Jeep Wrangler 4dr EcoDiesel 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD has the highest combined rating since 2000, at 25 MPG.
How much does a Jeep Wrangler cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $3,060–$5,740 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $3,060.
Has the Jeep Wrangler's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 17 MPG in 2000 to 21 MPG in 2027, 4 MPG more. Going back further, the best rating in 1984 was 17 MPG.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Jeep Wrangler?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2018 to 2023 (20–24 MPG); Plug-in hybrid versions are rated from 2021 to 2026 (20 MPG).
Which Jeep Wrangler model years have the same ratings?
EPA lists identical ratings as the previous year for 2014, 2015, 2016. The generation pages mark those years "same EPA ratings" and point to the year that holds the full table.
How many generations of the Jeep Wrangler are there?
EPA data covers 4 generations of the Jeep Wrangler: 2019-2027*, 2018, 2007-2017, 2000-2002. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.