The Jeep Wrangler has a storied history and a reputation for ruggedness, and that's drawn some competition over the years.
Its two main rivals today are the Toyota 4Runner and Nissan Xterra, with the 4Runner offshoot FJ Cruiser in the mix.
The 4Runner is more of a conventional SUV, but it hasn't given up its tough truck side in recent years and when properly equipped it could make a softer alternative to the Wrangler Unlimited.
The Nissan Xterra has a rugged look, and serious off-road versions to tough enough for boulder-scrambling, but ultimately it's not as entirely dedicated to the task as the Wrangler.
The FJ Cruiser is the Wrangler's closest rival for pure style; it gets its retro design from the 1960s FJ, yet has modern components from the Toyota 4Runner that are a bit more road-friendly than those of the Wrangler.
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The 2014 Jeep Wrangler can endure a daily commute, but it's truly happiest when it's off-road. |
The 2014 Nissan Xterra doesn't have many extras available, but it does accomplish exactly what a weekend warrior would want–plus it can go just about anywhere. |
The 2014 Toyota 4Runner's brawny looks don't fit the crossover mold, but neither do its off-road talents, either. |
The 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser pairs tough trail-ready hardware with modern features and fab styling--but it's not for families or commuters. |
| MSRP From | |||
| $22,395 | $23,390 | $32,820 | $27,680 |
| Gas Mileage | |||
| 16 MPG City / 21 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 22 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 22 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 20 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||
| Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 |
| EPA Class | |||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Style Name | |||
| 4WD 2-Door Sport | 2WD 4-Door Automatic X | RWD 4-Door V6 SR5 (GS) | RWD 4-Door Automatic (GS) |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Four Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||
| 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||
| Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | |||
| Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2014 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2014 Nissan Xterra | 2014 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2014 Toyota 4Runner | 2014 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
