I'm looking at a 2007 Jeep wrangler & was wondering if anyone has one?

Answer 1

Check out this review from consumerreports.org

Highs: Off-road ability.
Lows: Ride, handling, braking, noise, fuel economy, fit and finish, visibility, front-seat comfort, access.

The redesigned Wrangler has entered the modern era, with more creature comforts, updated safety gear, and an available four-door model. Its off-road performance is very impressive. While on-road ride, handling, and refinement are improved, they are still not competitive.

THE DRIVING EXPERIENCE

The ride is stiff but not as snappy as the previous model. Wind noise drowns out normal conversation. The engine sounds rough and strained under full throttle. Handling is improved considerably, but the steering is still vague and response is not linear. The turning circle is wide. In emergency maneuvers, the Wrangler resisted cornering by plowing straight ahead. Its very aggressive stability control kept it secure, but the Jeep posted only a low speed through our avoidance maneuver. The 205-hp, 3.8-liter V6 engine has to work hard to deliver just average performance. It got 15 mpg overall on regular fuel. The four-speed automatic transmission doesn't downshift readily but is smooth enough. Stops were long, and the brake pedal felt soft. Headlight performance was fair. The Wrangler performed very well on our challenging rock hill and off-road courses with excellent ground clearance and traction. It pulled our 3,500-pound test trailer, its maximum capacity, to 60 mph in a leisurely 22.9 seconds.

INSIDE THE CABIN

The Wrangler is better finished than the old one but its still rough around the edges. Switches and plastics feel cheap and basic. Drivers have plenty of head room sitting in the chair-like seats. But the driving position feels narrow. The steering wheel tilts but does not telescope. The windshield is narrow, roof pillars block the view to the sides, and the spare tire blocks the rear view. Outside mirrors must be adjusted manually. Front seats are squishy and lose support quickly. The four-door body style finally gives the Wrangler a usable rear seat. It provides adequate room for adults but the seat cushion is short and lacks support. It can be folded flat for carrying extra cargo or longer items. Its a big step up into the Jeep, and there are no checks to keep the doors open on inclines. Controls are simple, but many could be better designed or located. Poorly lit power-window toggles are on the center of the dashboard, and the power-lock toggle on the door looks like a window switch. The rear seats in the four-door version fold flat in a single step. The hard top has two panels over the front seats that require a long process to remove, and if you want to carry them with you, they must be stowed in the cargo area. Removing the rest of the hard top remains a two-person chore.

SAFETY NOTES

Seatback-mounted side-impact air bags are an extra-cost option for the Wrangler and supplement required front air bags and three-point seatbelts in all seating positions. The front seatbelts have adjustable upper anchors for getting a better and safer fit and are equipped with pretensioners to reduce belt slack in the event of a crash. An occupant classification system for the front passenger seat detects the passenger's weight and will automatically disable the front air bag if it detects a small child seated there. Outboard rear seatbelts may prove difficult to reach, particularly for children, as they are anchored rearward of the seat. Adjustable, locking head restraints in the front seats are tall enough, even when lowered, to provide sufficient protection from whiplash injury. Rear outboard head restraints are of a fixed height and are also tall enough to offer protection; the rear center seat lacks a restraint and is too low. Driving with kids: The passenger seats in the Wrangler Unlimited should prove friendly to providing a secure fit for child restraints. There are LATCH anchors in the rear outboard seats that are visible and easy to access. There are tether strap anchors for each rear seat at the base of each seatback.

RELIABILITY

We do not have data to predict reliability, this model is new.

Answer 2

I LOVE the new 4 doors! We've got an 06 now, and will sell it soon to get a new Sahara. They're very scarce right now, so we'll probably wait for an 08.

They drive and ride wonderful, and are much more convenient than the 2 drs.

Answer 3

I had a 1996 cherokee. My employer gave it to me for work.
Great in snow, sleet, and in general any bad weather condition. was on a 24 hour a day job 7 days a week. It was a great car.
There was a terrible flood Tropical Stomr Floyd in the late 1990s. I had to work on that event. The trans got destroyed from all the flooding that day.
This is a great model and you should be happy.
Normal driving is not what I was subject to on that job.

Answer 4

Yes they are very nice and ride much better than the old Jeeps. Which one are you looking at?

Answer 5

Yes,A two door soft top,Great ride and fun to drive.