Jeep Wrangler drivers who've reached 100,000 miles reveal what their vehicles are like
Published on Jul 29, 2025 at 11:28 AM (UTC-4)
by Henry Kelsall
Last updated on Jul 29, 2025 at 11:28 AM (UTC-4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
Jeep Wrangler drivers who have done 100,000 miles or more in their SUV have revealed what the vehicles are really like.
The Jeep Wrangler is one of the most well-known SUVs in the United States, yet it divides opinion with many praising its off-road capabilities, and others criticizing its build quality and reliability.
Stories of poor reliability are not uncommon, especially when a car reaches 100,000 miles, but how would the Wrangler get on?
A look at the comments and posts on Jeep Wrangler forums reveals that, despite their reputation, the Wrangler might be tougher than we first thought.
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What Jeep Wrangler drivers are saying about the SUV
Much of the discussion around the SUV is taking place on Reddit, and it encompasses several generations.
Most of the comments are based on the JK model from 2007-2018, with some discussing the TJ from 1997-2006.
As it turns out, many owners have managed to get their car up to the magic 100,000-mile mark.
A quick look at the Jeep Wrangler SubReddit reveals that if they are maintained properly, 100,000 miles is easy for the SUV.
One user had done 170,000 miles with their 2013 JK model in 2024.
Other than changing brake pads, wheel speed sensors, and the oil cooler, they have had no major issues.
Another had done 190,000 miles when they posted, and other than a slight oil drip, it’s had zero problems.
The SUV appears very reliable at 100,000 miles
A fellow Reddit user said their 2018 model had done 111,000 miles by 2024.
That has had a new water pump and some warranty items during that time, but other than that, it has been great.
There are, however, as with many Jeep models, a few things to watch out for.
Checking the rear corners for rust is something that user BlackthorneBuilds recommends to those on Reddit.
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Steering and suspension components may also need replacing if the SUV has been driven heavily.
Some owners have had real issues, such as Tall-Poem-6808.
They had to rebuild most of the front end after 100,000 miles, and it drinks oil quickly and needs a new clutch.
But overall, the Jeep Wrangler looks to be much more reliable than some people led us to believe.
Henry joined the Supercar Blondie team in February 2025, and since then has covered a wide array of topics ranging from EVs, American barn finds, and the odd Cold War jet. He’s combined his passion for cars with his keen interest in motorsport and his side hustle as a volunteer steam locomotive fireman at a heritage steam railway.
