Top Used Jeeps

Jeep is the oldest off-road vehicle (also sport utility vehicle - SUV) brand. The original vehicle which first appeared as the prototype Bantam BRC became the primary light 4-wheel-drive vehicle of the US Army and allies during the World War II and postwar period. Many vehicles serving similar military and civilian roles have since been created by many nations. Jeeps were also used by the U.S. Postal Service in the 20th century for mail services. Jeep has gone through many owners over the years, all leading it to its present day association with Chrysler Group LLC. Jeep advertising has always emphasized the vehicle's off-road capabilities, which in all reality is not matched by other brands. Today, the Wrangler is the only light-duty vehicle offered in North America with solid axles front and rear. These axles are known for their durability due to their overall strength and lack of rubber boots. Useful features of the smaller Jeeps are their short wheelbases, narrow frames, and ample approach, breakover, and departure angles, allowing them to fit places where full-size trucks could never go.

Used Jeep Liberty

 The Jeep Liberty was first introduced in 2002 as a replacement to the aging Cherokee. Used Libertys offers quick, precise steering with moderate effort and it's a pleasant driving experience. The Liberty is offered with either rear- or four-wheel drive. The ride is easygoing on smooth roads, and it doesn't deteriorate much when the pavement gets rough. The Liberty has moderate off road abilities, especially with available skid plates which cover the fuel tank and transfer case. An optional Trailer Tow Group yields a 5,000-pound towing capacity. Pronounced trapezoidal wheel flares are integrated into the body, and a traditional seven-slot Jeep grille highlights the front. Liberty SUVs have a coil-spring independent front suspension and a solid rear axle with coil springs. The spare tire is mounted externally on a swing-out tailgate with flip-up glass. The Liberty can hold five people; a 65/35-split rear seat can be folded down with one hand. The sole engine is a 210-horsepower, 3.7-liter V-6 that produces 235 pounds-feet of torque. It teams with either a six-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission.

Used Jeep Grand Cherokee

 The Jeep Grand Cherokee was revised for 2007 with a new adding both a diesel engine and a flex-fuel V-8 to its lineup.  Used Grand Cherokees can hold five passengers with plenty of room; a reversible load-floor panel in the cargo area improves versatility. Available features include a navigation radio, a rear-seat DVD entertainment system, Boston Acoustics audio and rear park assist. A high performing SRT8 model became available in 2007.  It has a 6.1-liter version of DaimlerChrysler's Hemi V-8; it develops 415 hp and 410 pounds-feet of torque. Equipped with full-time four-wheel drive, the SRT8 has an upgraded rear differential and a five-speed automatic transmission with AutoStick for manual gear changes. Jeep says the SRT8 has a 0-to-60-mph acceleration time of less than 5 seconds.  The Grand Cherokee's appearance is led by Jeep's signature seven-slot grille, which is flanked by round headlamps. Three four-wheel-drive systems are available. Quadra-Trac I provides full-time all-wheel-drive operation and requires no attention from the driver. Quadra-Trac II is a full-time active four-wheel-drive system that has low-range gearing. Quadra-Drive II includes electronic limited-slip differentials for heightened offroad capability.

Used Jeep Wrangler

 The Wrangler is a vehicle that has reached an iconic level. It is the most capable off road SUV available, and has only gotten better over the years. The 2007 Wrangler got its first redesign since 1998, although it looks very similar to the previous generation. The four-seat Wrangler is wider, but shorter from bumper to bumper, than its predecessor. A four door model, Wrangler Unlimited is also available.  A 3.8-liter V-6 is the sole drivetrain for the 2007 Wrangler. It produces 205 horsepower and 240 pounds-feet of torque. A six-speed manual transmission is standard across all trim levels, while a four-speed automatic is optional. For off road purposes, used Wranglers feature include three underbody skid plates, an available tow package with Dana 44 axles for lower trim levels and an available electronically disconnecting front stabilizer bar for increased ground clearance. The Wrangler X uses a standard four-wheel-drive system incorporating a two-speed transfer case for part-time use. Sahara editions add monotube shock absorbers in place of the X's twin-tube setup, and Wrangler Rubicons get a four-wheel-drive transfer case with a 4:1 low-range gear ratio plus heavy-duty Dana 44 axles, each with a locking differential.

Used Jeep Compass

 The Jeep Compass, first rolled out in 2007, is the automakers first front wheel drive vehicle.  It shares a plat form with the Dodge Caliber. Compared to the Liberty, the Compass is similar in size.  The main difference is weight, which means better fuel economy for the Compass. Although used Compass models are not strong in the department of off road travel, it was designed to be more of a crossover, on road friendly vehicle.  From the front, it most resembles the Liberty, while the rear bears Grand Cherokee-style taillights. The standard wheels are 17-inch aluminum; the Limited has 18-inch aluminum wheels, which are an option on the lower trim level. The Limited's also come in chrome. All Compasses are powered by a 172-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine equipped with variable valve timing for adequate pull at all engine speeds. It powers the front wheels through a five-speed-manual transmission. Four-wheel drive is optional; in line with the Jeep parlance, it's presented as 4x4, but the system is basically a light- to medium-duty all-wheel-drive system.

Used Jeep Patriot

 The Jeep Patriot was rolled out along side the Compass; it shares the same platform, and like the Compass moves Jeep further into the realm of car-based sport utility vehicles.  In design the Patriot looks similar to the Liberty. With the optional Freedom Drive II Off-Road Package - which includes the driveline hardware that makes the Patriot Trail-Rated - the SUV gets 17-inch all-terrain tires, skid plates, tow hooks and fog lamps. Trail-Rated Patriots have 9 inches of ground clearance. Used Patriot models can hold five occupants; the base level is extremely bare bones, but there are uncommon options, too, like a nine-speaker Boston Acoustics audio system with speakers that can swing out of the liftgate when camping, and a cargo area dome light that can be removed and used as a flashlight. Both the base and Limited Patriot have a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 172 horsepower and 165 pounds-feet of torque and drives a five-speed manual transmission. A continuously variable transmission is optional.