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Car Specifications2008 Jeep Wrangler
The 2008 Jeep Wrangler is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $39,990 for the Sport variant and topping out at $55,990 for the Rubicon variant.
There are 4 variants of the Wrangler available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2007.
The 2008 Wrangler was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Jeep Wrangler include 2.8L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (130kW/460Nm), 2.8L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (130kW/410Nm) and 3.8L v6 (146kW/315Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual, 4-speed automatic, 5-speed automatic or 5-speed manual manual transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.
- Retail Price
- $39,990 - $55,990†
- Transmission
- 4 or 5-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Sport Utility Vehicle
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
- Retail Price
- $39,990 - $55,990†
- Transmission
- 4 or 5-speed auto or 5 or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Sport Utility Vehicle
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Jeep Wrangler
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Available Variants
The Jeep Wrangler comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Sport and the most expensive being Rubicon.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,947 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,740 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,865 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,947 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 373 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2008 Jeep Wrangler
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Jeep Wrangler is the Sport variant that starts from $39,990.
See all Jeep Wrangler PricingThe most expensive Jeep Wrangler is the Rubicon variant that starts from $55,990.
See all Jeep Wrangler PricingThe best towing capacity of a Jeep Wrangler is 1600 kg shared by all variants.
See all Jeep Wrangler towing capacityThe largest Jeep Wrangler is the Rubicon variant which measures 1872mm wide, 3947mm in length and sits 1865mm tall.
All variants of the Jeep Wrangler have a maximum power of 146kW and 315nm of torque.
The Jeep Wrangler is built in USA and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Jeep Wrangler is the Sport variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2263 kg.
The Jeep Wrangler may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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