Jeep is an American classic and household name. There are several Jeep models on the market now, but which models are available in 2021?
What models does Jeep make?
- Wrangler: $37,914 – $61,620
- Grand Cherokee: $33,265 – $92,844
- Cherokee: $23,047 – $30,640
- Compass: $23,456 – $29,726
- Renegade: $22,110 – $26,072
- Gladiator: $40,454 – $64,325
Do Jeeps keep people safe? Are Jeeps affordable in 2021? By the time you’ve read this article, you’ll have the answers and data you need to make a decision on buying a Jeep for your next vehicle.
Jeep Wrangler
MSRP: $37,914 – $61,620
The Jeep Wrangler is an American favorite, and the 2021 Jeep Wrangler is no exception. It is among the most comfortable, diverse versions of the model, with a diesel, mild-hybrid, standard V6 or 4-cylinder turbo engine available.
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler is the Kelley Blue Book Best Resale Value & 5-Year Cost to Own award winner. The 4-door unlimited model has an available diesel engine, and the 2.0-liter engine with eTorque comes standard on the automatic-equipped Sahara 4-door.
- NHTSA safety rating: 4/5 stars
- IIHS overall safety rating: “G” for all crashworthiness tests other than small overlap, which is rated “M”
- MPG: 17-22 city, 22-29 highway
- Horsepower: 260-285
Owners of the 2021 Jeep Wrangler rate it at 4.8/5 stars, and experts rank it at 4.4/5 stars. People love its off-roading abilities as well as the availability of the varied engine styles.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
MSRP: $33,265 – $92,844
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a more powerful version of the Jeep and has excellent reviews from experts and owners alike. The 5-passenger SUV tows up to 7,200 pounds and has varied engine options, including a 707-horsepower supercharged V8.
With 4-wheel-drive system and an 8.4-inch touchscreen Uconnect system, it’s a good vehicle for off-roading as well as in-city driving. Active safety features include adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, lane-departure warning and automatic emergency braking if a crash is imminent.
- NHTSA safety rating: 4/5 stars
- IIHS overall safety rating: Small overlap front: “M,” Small overlap front passenger: “M.” The remaining crashworthiness tests at “G.”
- MPG: 11-19 city, 17-26 highway
- Horsepower: 240-707
Experts and consumers rate this Jeep model at 4.3 and 4.8/5 stars, respectively. Owners admit to liking the larger size of the Grand Cherokee as well as the auto-start feature.
Jeep Cherokee
MSRP: $23,047 – $30,640
The Jeep Cherokee is a more affordable version of the Cherokee. It seats five and has standard safety features, off-roading capabilities, and an option for a V6 or turbo-4 engine. This model comes with a 7-inch Uconnect four-screen system with Apple CarPlay.
It comes with hill-start assist, blind-sport monitoring, and rear cross-path detection. Keyless entry, all-wheel drive and Jeep’s Selec-Terrain traction-management system are also included in the base package. Upgrades have leather upholstery and power-adjustable seating.
- NHTSA safety rating: 4/5 stars
- IIHS overall safety rating: “G.” It was awarded the IIHS Top Safety Pick in 2019.
- MPG: 18-23 city, 24-31 highway
- Horsepower: 180-271
Consumers rate the 2021 Jeep Cherokee at 4.52/5 stars, while experts rank it 3.5/5 stars. Owners love the back-up assistance and blind-side chime, heated seats (in the Limited edition) and the gas-saving efficiency of the Cherokee.
Jeep Compass
MSRP: $23,456 – $29,726
The Jeep Compass is a lesser-known model that experts call a “tweener,” because it’s in-between a subcompact and compact vehicle. The Compass has decent fuel economy and is able to go off-road as well.
Drivers enjoy the vehicle’s options and packages, entry-level pricing and advanced driver assist packages. The base comes with the option for Velvet Red as a paint option. Alpine audio is available in the Latitude, Limited and Trailhawk upgrades, while ventilated seats are available in the Limited trim.
- NHTSA safety rating: 4/5 stars
- IIHS overall safety rating: “G.”
- MPG: 22-23 city, 30-32 highway
- Horsepower: 180
Consumers give the Jeep Compass 4.58/5 stars, while experts did not rate it. Experts approve of the varied upgrade and trim levels, while consumers say that they appreciate the dual air conditioning, leather interior (Latitude) and the reactive brakes.
Jeep Renegade
MSRP: $22,110 – $26,072
The Jeep Renegade seats five and gets between 175 and 210 lb.-ft. of torque. It has a towing capacity of up to 2,000 pounds with a 9-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. The vehicle holds up to 12.7 gallons of fuel and has front-wheel drive along with four-wheel drive.
Additional options and packages let buyers add on passive entry remote start, the Mopar black interior or the Mopar interior protection package. The ParkView back-up camera comes standard, as do the child safety locks and Emergency SOS functions.
- NHTSA safety rating: 4/5 stars
- IIHS overall safety rating: “G,” with the small overlap front test for passengers at “A.” The Renegade was a top safety pick in 2019.
- MPG: 21-24 city, 27-32 highway
- Horsepower: 177-180
Owners give the Jeep Renegade 4.39/5 stars, naming the Destroyer Grey finish and two-tone colors their favorite aspects of the vehicle. Good gas mileage and a speed-limit alert both make consumers’ top features.
Jeep Gladiator
MSRP: $40,454 – $64,325
The Jeep Gladiator is a clever combination of Jeep’s traditional look combined with the body of a pickup truck. It tows between 4,000 and 7,650 pounds comfortably, depending on the trim. Four-wheel drive makes it capable on- or off-road.
Safety features include the ParkView back-up camera as well as ABS and Driveline traction control. Electronic stability control is also standard. Additional equipment that can be added on includes the trailer tow package or max tow package, which does impact towing capacity.
- NHTSA safety rating: 4/5 stars, not fully rated
- IIHS overall safety rating: Not yet rated
- MPG: 16-17 city, 20-23 highway
- Horsepower: 285
Owners rank this Jeep model at 4.54/5 stars. They name a smooth ride and lots of cab space as some of the top features. The reliability of the Gladiator also turns heads; it works well in the city but can handle off-roading, too.
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