2026 Jeep Wrangler Specs in Austin, TX
This page covers the complete technical specifications for the 2026 Jeep Wrangler, from engine output and EPA fuel economy to exterior dimensions, towing, and ground clearance. For a broader look at the model, see our 2026 Wrangler overview. For a trim-by-trim breakdown and head-to-head trim comparisons, see all Wrangler trims compared. Pricing runs from the mid-$30,000s for a two-door Sport up to around $80,000 for the V8 powered 392 models, with exact in-stock figures on each Wrangler listing. Covert CDJR Bee Cave stocks the full lineup for drivers in Austin and nearby towns like Dripping Springs and Marble Falls.
Powertrains
Engine Specifications
The 2026 Wrangler offers three gas engines. The 3.6L V6 is the only engine offered with a manual transmission; the turbo four and the V8 are automatic only. There is no diesel and no plug-in hybrid in the 2026 lineup.
3.6L Pentastar V6
- 285 hp at 6,400 rpm; 260 lb-ft of torque at 4,800 rpm
- 24-valve DOHC, naturally aspirated
- 6-speed manual standard, 8-speed automatic available
- Runs on 87-octane regular gasoline
- Default engine on Sport, Sport S, Willys, Rubicon, and Rubicon X; available on Sahara
2.0L Turbo I4
- 270 hp; 295 lb-ft of torque, more torque than the V6
- 8-speed automatic only
- Runs on 87-octane regular; 91-octane premium unlocks optimal output
- Standard on Sahara; available across the Sport, Sport S, Willys, Rubicon, and Rubicon X trims
6.4L HEMI V8 (392)
- 470 hp; 470 lb-ft of torque
- 8-speed automatic only
- Offered on the Willys 392 and Moab 392, both four-door only
On the Outside
Exterior Dimensions
- Length: 166.8″ (two-door) / 188.4″ (four-door). With the Xtreme 35-Inch Tire Package: 170.9″ (two-door) / 192.5″ (four-door)
- Width without mirrors: 73.9″ (79.3″ with the Xtreme 35-Inch Tire Package)
- Height: up to 73.6″ (75.5″ with the Xtreme 35-Inch Tire Package)
- Wheelbase: 96.8″ (two-door) / 118.4″ (four-door)
- Ground clearance: about 9.7″ on standard models, rising to roughly 11.1″ on Xtreme 35-equipped builds such as the 392 trims. Approach and departure angles climb on Rubicon and Xtreme 35 configurations; the exact figures for a specific build are on its window sticker.
Inside the Cabin
Interior Dimensions
The two-door seats four; the four-door (Unlimited) seats five. Passenger volume is about 104 cubic feet. A 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is standard across every trim for 2026.
- Front headroom: 42.6″ (slightly less with the hardtop in place)
- Front legroom: 41.2″
- Front shoulder room: 55.8″; front hip room: 53.9″
- Rear headroom: 41.7″ (four-door)
- Rear legroom: 38.3″ (four-door); the two-door’s rear legroom is considerably tighter
- Rear shoulder room: 55.8″; rear hip room: 56.7″ (four-door)
Hauling and Towing
Capacity and Capability
Towing capacity is set by body style, engine, and equipment rather than by trim name. The four-door reaches its maximum only when properly equipped.
- Maximum towing, two-door: 2,000 lbs when properly equipped
- Maximum towing, four-door (standard): 3,500 lbs
- Maximum towing, four-door Rubicon, properly equipped: up to 5,000 lbs with a conventional hitch (requires the 8-speed automatic, the 4.10 axle ratio, and the heavy-duty full-float rear axle)
- Payload: about 1,218 lbs on a four-door V6 model, with the lineup landing roughly between 1,100 and 1,400 lbs depending on configuration. The door-jamb label is the authority for any individual vehicle.
- Cargo, four-door: 31.7 cu ft behind the rear seats, up to 72.4 cu ft with the rear seats folded
- Cargo, two-door: 12.9 cu ft behind the rear seat, up to about 31.7 cu ft folded
- Fuel tank: 17.5 gal (two-door) / 21.5 gal (four-door)
- Curb weight: 4,005 to 4,422 lbs (two-door) / 4,251 to 4,976 lbs (four-door)
- GVWR: 5,100 to 6,250 lbs across the lineup
The V8 392 models carry their own cargo and towing figures that differ from the standard four-door; confirm those on the build sheet for that trim. For the full towing picture by configuration, see our Wrangler towing capacity guide.
Rolling Stock
Wheels, Tires, and Brakes
- Base wheels: 17 x 7.5-inch alloys on 245/75R17 all-season tires, with a full-size matching spare mounted on the tailgate
- Rubicon: 33-inch off-road tires on 17-inch wheels
- Xtreme 35-Inch Tire Package: 35-inch tires, standard on the Willys 392 and Moab 392 and available on the four-door Sport and four-door Rubicon
- Willys 392 and Moab 392: 35-inch BFGoodrich tires on 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels
- Axle ratios: 4.10 on the 5,000-lb tow-rated Rubicon; 4.56 on the 392 models
- Brakes: four-wheel ventilated disc brakes with antilock braking standard lineup-wide
Efficiency
Fuel Economy and Range
EPA estimates vary by engine, body style, and transmission. The turbo four is the efficiency leader; the V8 is the thirstiest.
- 3.6L V6, four-door manual: 16 MPG city, 22 MPG highway, 19 MPG combined
- 3.6L V6, two-door manual: 17 MPG city, 23 MPG highway, 19 MPG combined
- 3.6L V6 with the 8-speed automatic: about 20 MPG combined
- 2.0L turbo, four-door automatic: 20 MPG city, 22 MPG highway, 21 MPG combined
- 2.0L turbo, two-door automatic: 20 MPG city, 23 MPG highway, 21 MPG combined
- 6.4L V8 (392): 13 MPG city, 16 MPG highway, 14 MPG combined
Real-world driving range works out to roughly 350 to 470 miles on the four-door’s 21.5-gallon tank with the V6 or turbo four.
Traction
Drivetrain and 4×4 Systems
Every 2026 Wrangler is four-wheel drive (there is no two-wheel-drive Wrangler), with solid front and rear axles, a two-speed transfer case, skid plates, tow hooks, and the Trail Rated badge standard. Three different 4×4 systems are used across the lineup.
- Command-Trac, a part-time system with a 2.72:1 low-range ratio: Sport, Sport S, and Willys
- Selec-Trac, a full-time system with a 2.72:1 low-range ratio: Sahara, Willys 392, and Moab 392
- Rock-Trac, with a 4:1 low-range ratio: Rubicon and Rubicon X
- Lockers: a standard electronic locking rear differential on the Willys; front and rear Tru-Lok locking differentials plus an electronic front sway-bar disconnect on Rubicon and Rubicon X
Protection
Safety and Compliance
Core safety equipment is standard across the lineup, with more advanced driver assistance arriving on higher trims.
- Standard lineup-wide: front and side-curtain airbags, electronic stability control, traction control, a rearview camera, tire-pressure monitoring, and four-wheel antilock brakes
- Standard from Sport S and up: forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, plus adaptive cruise control
- Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-path detection: available through the Active Safety Group and standard on the Rubicon X
Questions
Specifications FAQs
How much horsepower does the 2026 Jeep Wrangler have?
The 2026 Jeep Wrangler offers three gas engines: the 3.6L Pentastar V6 makes 285 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, the 2.0L turbo four makes 270 hp and 295 lb-ft, and the 6.4L HEMI V8 in the 392 models makes 470 hp and 470 lb-ft.
What is the 2026 Jeep Wrangler’s MPG?
EPA estimates depend on the engine and body style. The 3.6L V6 four-door manual is rated at 16 MPG city, 22 MPG highway, 19 MPG combined, and the turbo four returns up to 21 MPG combined. The 6.4L V8 in the 392 is rated at 13 MPG city, 16 MPG highway, 14 MPG combined.
How much can the 2026 Jeep Wrangler tow?
When properly equipped, the four-door Wrangler tows up to 5,000 lbs in Rubicon form with the 8-speed automatic and 4.10 axle, while the standard four-door is rated at 3,500 lbs and the two-door is rated at 2,000 lbs.
How much cargo space does the Wrangler have?
The four-door Wrangler holds 31.7 cubic feet of cargo behind the rear seats and up to 72.4 cubic feet with the seats folded. The two-door holds 12.9 cubic feet behind the rear seat and up to about 31.7 cubic feet folded.
How big is the 2026 Jeep Wrangler’s fuel tank?
The two-door Wrangler holds 17.5 gallons of fuel and the four-door holds 21.5 gallons. Both gas engines run on 87-octane regular gasoline, and the turbo four reaches its optimal output on 91-octane premium.
See Them in Person
Shop the 2026 Wrangler at Covert CDJR Bee Cave
Specs only tell part of the story. Come drive the 2026 Wrangler at Covert CDJR Bee Cave, where drivers from Killeen to Bee Cave and the trails near Pedernales Falls find the engine, axle, and tire combination that fits how they actually use a Jeep. Browse the current Wrangler inventory, compare the lineup on our all trims compared page, or get pre-approved to start the process.
2026 Jeep Wrangler Research
