mauricio_28
Adventurer
How suitable would a Wrangler Sahara be for a trans-continental drive from the US to Chile? My concern is long-term, on-road performance...
Beowulf said:Ok, this is all going to come down to personal preference. Over the years I have driven across country in a CJ7(w/MT's), TJ Rubicon, LJ Rubicon, Maxima, and Volvo V50. Yes, the two cars were more sound proof and got much better gas mileage. However, when I did it in my CJ7 I was alone so conversation was not necessary. The only thing I missed with the CJ7 was cruise control. From driving a CJ7 for years the TJ Rubicon felt like a car and the LJ rubicon even more car like. I would have absolutely no reservations about taking the LJ on a pure road trip to Napa instead of the Volvo. Even the wife thinks we should road trip in the LJ.
For your purpose the new JK platform is even more quiet and smoother on road. Plus, it is still capable off-road even if it is not the Rubicon Platform. To me the most important aspect is finding the vehicle that suits what you like and will need. Even thought the LJ is perfect for me and family, I know others find them loud and rough riding.
Good luck in your search,
Beowulf
mauricio_28 said:Yah, my query is about the 2-door JK, not the Unlimited. Obviously, the Unlimited is more firmly planted on the tarmac due to a longer wheelbase. For me, the Unlimited crosses a line beyond which the Toyota FJ Cruiser TRD or the Nissan X-terra Off-road begin to make more sense due to equal price coupled with stronger engines. For me, the 2-door JK makes sense primarily from a value perspective.