Engine: 3.8-lite V6

Engine Options: 198-hp 3.8-liter ohv V6

Transmission: 4-speed automatic

Transmission Options: 6-speed manual; 4-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: front airbags, ABS

Optional Safety Equipment: seat-mounted front side airbags; electronic stability control, electronic roll mitigation

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: Toledo, Ohio

Model Tested: Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4x4 ($22,870)

Standard Equipment: Sunrider soft top, rear folding seat, locking glove box, 12-volt auxiliary power outlet, tilt steering wheel, theft deterrent system, 17-inch aluminum wheels with Goodyear Wranglers, body-colored fender flares, tubular side steps, heavy-duty suspension, tinted windows, cruise control, foglamps, tow hooks, Infinity sound system with MP3 capability, electronic stability program, electronic roll mitigation

Options as Tested: trailer tow package, power windows, locks and remote entry, front seat side airbags, automatic transmission, Trac-Lok limited slip rear differential with Dana 44 rear axle, 6-disc DVD/MP3 player, Sirius satellite radio, 3-piece modular top ($4700)

Destination Charge: 660

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: 4-wheel drive

Horsepower: 198 @ 5000

Torque: 232 @ 4000

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 16/19

Wheelbase: 95.4 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 152.8/73.7/70.9 inches

Track Front/Rear: 61.9/61.9 inches

Turning Cycle: 34.9 feet

Seating Capacity: 4 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 41.3/55.6/41.0 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 40.3/44.7/35.6 inches

Trunk Volume: 56.5 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: live axle, independent, coil springs

Ground Clearance: 8.8 inches

Curb Weight: 3976 pounds

Towing Capacity: 2000 pounds

Tires: P255/75R18

Brakes: disc/disc with ABS, ESP, electronic roll mitigation

Fuel Capacity: 18.6 Gallons