2018 Jeep Wrangler Unveiled
Jeep finally unveiled the new Wrangler and the diesel variant will definitely be the next vehicle I purchase. Although the new turbocharged 4 cylinder seems interesting. L.A. Auto Show: 2018 Jeep ...
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ShinerBock wrote:
That is odd, I would have thought a turbocharged 2.0L would have more low end torque than a N/A 3.6L. I know that is one issue many had with the 3.6L when we went wheeling in high altitudes like Moab. It wasn't that bad in my Jeep since it was a Rubicon and all Rubicons have 4.10 gears standard, but it was noticeable in the Sahara which had a had 3.73 gears and definitely in the Sport which come with a 3.21 rear gear standard. Driving the Sport version on the highway at high elevation was the worst. Going from 50 to 60 mph took forever.
Not a lot of people know about the rear gear differences between the models and it makes a huge difference on the trail and on the highway.
Honestly I think most of it is gearing. Most of my experience is in the 6 speeds and I am not sure if they change ratios between the engines. To me the 6 speed is geared way too tall. Sixth is almost unusable unless you are at expressway speeds 70+. The turbo makes very good power. But think it could be a little better down low for rock type stuff.
