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2008 Jeep Wrangler MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Jeep Wrangler is a SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 16 to 18 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2007 model. Among 101 SUVs rated for 2008, it ranks 40th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,583 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 16 MPG city · 21 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,583 15,000 mi/yr · $17.22 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #40 of 101 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Jeep Wrangler's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway218.911.2
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 2008 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 40Jeep Wrangler18 MPG $2,583
  7. 101Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2008 WranglerOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Wrangler MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Wrangler 2WD		 Gas 16 MPG 21 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Wrangler 2WD		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Wrangler 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 19 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Wrangler 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.8L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. rivals

vs Toyota 4Runner 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Kia Sorento 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda Pilot 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Chrysler Pacifica 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Subaru Tribeca 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Suzuki XL7 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Mazda CX-9 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Veracruz 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Same fuel cost vs Nissan Xterra 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Wrangler saves $152/yr vs Chevrolet TrailBlazer 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Wrangler saves $152/yr vs GMC Envoy 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Wrangler saves $152/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Jeep Wrangler?

Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway); ratings range from 16 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Jeep Wrangler use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Jeep Wrangler?

The 2008 Jeep Wrangler's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 Jeep Wrangler per year?

About $2,583 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $17.22 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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