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Jeep Wrangler/TJ MPG
EPA fuel economy for 14 Jeep Wrangler/TJ trims sold from 2003 to 2006. Best ever: 17 MPG (2006 Wrangler/TJ 4WD). Latest model year 2006: 14 to 17 MPG combined across 3 trims.
Jeep Wrangler/TJ fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2006 Jeep Wrangler/TJ to fuel is the Wrangler/TJ 4WD, 2.4 L, 4 cyl (17 MPG) at $3,670 a year. The Wrangler/TJ 4WD, 4.0 L, 6 cyl (14 MPG) costs $4,460, so the thriftier trim saves $790 a year and $3,950 over five years.
| 2006 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 17 | $3,670 | cheapest |
| Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 15 | $4,160 | +$490 |
| Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 14 | $4,460 | +$790 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Jeep Wrangler/TJ MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 17 | 16 | 19 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 3 |
| 2005 | 17 | 16 | 19 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 3 |
| 2004 | 17 | 16 | 19 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 4 |
| 2003 | 17 | 16 | 18 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 4 |
Every Jeep Wrangler/TJ trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 19 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 2006 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 13 | 17 | 15 | 592 | $4,160 |
| 2006 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
| 2005 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 19 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 2005 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 13 | 17 | 15 | 592 | $4,160 |
| 2005 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
| 2004 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 19 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 2004 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 19 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 2004 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 14 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2004 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2003 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 18 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 2003 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 16 | 18 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
| 2003 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
| 2003 | Wrangler/TJ 4WD | 4.0 L, 6 cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 15 | 17 | 16 | 555 | $3,900 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2006 Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid 4WD | 27 | 28 | 26 |
| 2006 Mazda Tribute Hybrid 4WD | 27 | 28 | 26 |
| 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid 4WD | 27 | 28 | 26 |
| 2006 Lexus RX 400h 4WD | 26 | 27 | 25 |
| 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4WD | 26 | 27 | 25 |
| 2006 Honda CR-V 4WD | 22 | 20 | 25 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Jeep Wrangler/TJ?
The most efficient Jeep Wrangler/TJ the EPA has rated is the 2006 Wrangler/TJ 4WD at 17 MPG combined (16 city, 19 highway).
What MPG does the 2006 Jeep Wrangler/TJ get?
2006 Jeep Wrangler/TJ trims range from 14 to 17 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Jeep Wrangler/TJ has the worst fuel economy?
The 2006 Wrangler/TJ 4WD is the lowest rated at 14 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Jeep Wrangler/TJ for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2006 Jeep Wrangler/TJ to fuel is the Wrangler/TJ 4WD, 2.4 L, 4 cyl (17 MPG) at $3,670 a year. The Wrangler/TJ 4WD, 4.0 L, 6 cyl (14 MPG) costs $4,460, so the thriftier trim saves $790 a year and $3,950 over five years.
More from Jeep: every Jeep model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD.