Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Final Edition Overview

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Jeep's current lineup of crossovers and SUVs may feel monotonous, without inspiring a splash of emotion. However, the Indy Auto Man SUV dealer is sure the Wrangler is the main vehicle in the lineup that fights this trend. It's one of the best-selling Jeep models, and iconic in a way that only a few in history can claim.

The used car market can offer Wranglers for less than $25,000. But what happens when a carmaker takes this iconic model and brings it to the point of absolute madness? You get something like the Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition, for a whopping $108,000. As the name suggests, this is the most extreme Wrangler that Jeep makes today. It's designed for rugged off-road trails like the Rubicon Trail in Northern California. A 6.4-liter Hemi V8 is under the hood, and all available options are onboard. It’s called the Final Edition, although sales were so good that the company is keeping it in 2025.

Engine

After decades of clamoring for the return of the V8, fans of the brand got one of the best V8s ever - a naturally aspirated 6.4-liter Hemi. The engine produces 470 hp and 450 lb-ft, which it sends to all wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission, a 2-speed transfer case, and button-locking differentials. By comparison, the base Wrangler, among cars in Indiana for sale, comes with a 3.6-liter V6, producing 285 hp and 255 lb-ft. The optional turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine is limited to 270 hp and 285 lb-ft of torque. Even the all-around 4Xe version, with its trendy plug-in hybrid powertrain, can boast only 375 horsepower. It is, of course, close to the Rubicon 392 in torque, but the point is obvious - nothing in the lineup even comes close to its power figures.

Interior

The 392 Final Edition is the most luxurious Wrangler ever released. It has heated power front seats, an optional folding soft top, Nappa leather upholstery, an Alpine sound system, a 12.3-inch infotainment system, and voice control. The only issue is that shorter passengers in the back seat would find the seat belt chafing their necks because its mounting point to the frame is not adjustable. But the soft top deserves the highest praise. Not only does it keep out the elements when closed, but it also turns the SUV into a convertible when open. The infotainment system is quick, full of useful off-road features, and intuitive. The cameras make negotiating off-road obstacles a breeze. Voice commands are a nice touch and the audio in general is impressive. Jeep, like its main rival Ford, has mounted speakers in the roof crossbar, which adds an enjoyable depth that’s off-road-focused vehicles usually lack. Those who can raise the required amount for the Final Edition will automatically get 17-inch by 8-inch wide wheels with Beadlock capability, a Warn winch, rock rails, and all sorts of niceties like all-weather floor mats, a folding table in the rear hatch, and matching brand graphics throughout the cabin and body. Standard equipment even includes a tool kit and a large bag in which owners can store the doors when they’re removed. In short, this Wrangler comes with literally everything you’d need for a weekend in the wilderness, save for satellite Internet, a shovel, and a couple of boards. Sure, it doesn’t have the massaging seats, 37-speaker sound system, or Starliner headliner, but for hardcore off-roaders, none of that matters.

On the move

When moving around town, a driver must constantly remember that although the 392 accelerates and brakes surprisingly quickly, it hates corners. Even at low speeds and on dry road, one can notice that the wheels lose traction from time to time on sharp turns. At reasonable speeds, this is still bearable, but driving such a powerful SUV without the skill to take corners is a dubious pleasure. Nevertheless, the engine and transmission are real masterpieces. Jeep claims the Wrangler Rubicon 392 will hit 60 mph in 5.6 seconds. And put some stickier tires on it than the BFGoodrich MT K02s and it's even better. However, losing the BFGs would ruin the Wrangler's off-road capabilities. After all, if an SUV can't go off-road, it's useless.

The Wrangler, without the Final Edition package, which immediately raises the price to 108 thousand, costs less - its base price is 91 thousand dollars. Of course, there are more luxurious options in this price category. Mercedes and Land Rover come to mind, but neither offers the same capabilities, pushing luxury into the background and even third place. If wondering which Wrangler is the best, the answer will be: this one. However, other more affordable models, especially on the secondary market, will not disappoint the owner as well.