3 Reasons to Find Yourself a 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
When it comes to buying a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited for sale in Miami you’ll have an abundance of models to consider – from the brand new 2016 to the earlier years that continue to be favorites among Jeep enthusiasts. One year and model, in particular, the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, is worth tracking down and we’ve got three good reasons why you should.
One: The 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Takes Fun Seriously
One of the immediate benefits to purchasing a Wrangler Unlimited over the classic Wrangler model is room for friends and traveling companions. Sure, the Wrangler can also accommodate four passengers via its two-door configuration, but space is tight. With the four-door Wrangler Unlimited, everyone – up to five passengers – has their own point of entrance and egress, with bright windows for personal views to spot the next, trailhead, campsite, or off-road challenge.
If the off-road is your ideal driving surface, you can be confident that the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited can ferry you and your friends wherever you wish to go, no matter how rocky the road to your destination. With features like a removable soft or hardtop, the Wrangler Unlimited lets you get as close to the elements as you feel comfortable. However, when it comes to removing the hardtop, you’ll want those friends close by, as getting the hang of the removal and replacement process takes some practice, and extra hands are always appreciated.
So, grab your buddies and figure out where you want to challenge the limits of your 2014 Wrangler Unlimited. We’re confident you’ll wear out before it does.
Two: Surprisingly Quick and Solidly Capable – Driving the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Despite the fact that most SUVs aren’t known for their speed or position on the drag strip, the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is actually rather quick. Outfitted with a 3.6-liter V6 engine, the Wrangler Unlimited is backed by 285 horses and 260 lb.-ft. of torque.
Transmission configurations include the standard option, a six-manual with hill-start assist, or the available five-speed automatic with hill-start assist and hill-descent control. According to performance testing administered by Edmunds, the 2014 Wrangler Unlimited with the automatic transmission made the zero to sixty mph dash in 8.8 seconds.
So equipped, the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited returned 16 city, 20 highway, and 18 mpg combined, while the manual alternative ekes out one more highway mile per gallon, and is able to tow a maximum of 3,500 pounds, compared to the two-door Wrangler’s 2,000.
Three: You’ve Got Options
Loads of them, as it turns out. Once you’ve decided on the four-door Unlimited over the two-door Wrangler, the customization possibilities really begin. To start, choose from the three primary trim levels: entry-level Sport, mid-range Sahara, and top-line Rubicon. But within that trio, you’ll also discover a host of sub-trims, like the Altitude, Polar, Freedom Edition, Willys Wheeler, and Rubicon X.
Starting with the principal trims, here is a quick breakdown of what to expect from each (mind you, this is before you’ve even taken advantage of available packages and options).
Expect the standard Unlimited Sport to feature more and bigger everything compared to its Wrangler counterpart. This means the additional two doors in back, a bigger gas tank, roomier seating and extra cargo room, all atop 16-inch steel wheels. Also, expect the back seat to fold in a 60/40 configuration, and enjoy the cool comfort of air-conditioning when the temperature rises.
The Sahara Unlimited takes the specs of the Sport and adds an enhanced suspension, side steps, body-colored fender flares, six-speaker Alpine entertainment system, power windows, insulation under the hood, driven on 18-inch alloy wheels.
But if you want even more the Rubicon is your best option. Complete with all the all-terrain, off-roading equipment you could ever possibly need, including 32-inch tires wrapped around specially-designed 17-inch wheels, electronic front and rear locking differentials, seriously durable axles and transfer case, to name just a few.
Even upgraded comfort and convenience features are available, like the automatic climate control, heated front seats, leather upholstery, a navigation system, equipped with touchscreen, real-time traffic, and digital music storage space.
But, those creature comforts and luxuries aside, if off-roading is the driving factor in your decision to buy a 2014 Wrangler Unlimited, then the Rubicon is the only trim level you should target.
In addition to the trims and sub-trims, the 2014 Wrangler Unlimited comes with package options, designed to help support specific priorities, like comfort, convenience, and connectivity. So, for example, the Power Convenience Group affords drivers perks to enhance the ease of driving, like power locks and windows, automatic-dimming rearview mirror, heated power mirrors, keyless entry, and additional options like satellite radio, 17-inch alloy wheels, and a steering wheel wrapped in leather.
If staying connected to civilization while you cast off on all-terrain, off-the-beaten-path adventures is important to you, then consider the Connectivity Group, which delivers tech features like an enhanced trip computer, tire pressure monitoring system, USB/iPod ports, Bluetooth, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, complemented by matching shifter.
No matter which trim, sub-trim, packages, or options you choose, all 2014 Wrangler Unlimited models offer more in the way of cargo than their two-door sibling. This will matter to those of you outdoor enthusiasts who travel with gear and need the extra space to store a sleeping bag, tent, tackle box, whatever. With all five seats occupied, the Wrangler Unlimited gets you 31.5 cubic feet of space, compared to the Wrangler’s 12.8. However, if you’re traveling solo or with a shotgun rider, you can fold the backseat down and expand the space to 70.6 cubic feet, while the Wrangler with seats folded offers only 55.8.
A Disclosure or Two…
When it comes to safety, the Wrangler has made some serious strides since it’s initial iteration as a military vehicle. It’s durable, it’s capable, but it does leave a bit to consider with respect to overall safety, particularly as concerns side impacts, given the lack of side airbags. However, the Wrangler Unlimited, with its longer, four-door construction, returns slightly better results in safety tests. Moreover, the Wrangler Unlimited did earn the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s top mark of “Good” in the moderate-overlap frontal-offset test. With respect to braking, the Wrangler Unlimited came to a stop, according to Edmunds, from sixty mph in 140 feet.
And while the Jeep brand has also made serious improvements in the SUV’s interior comfort, it is still a utility vehicle and the cabin’s plastic surfaces reflect this. But, you’ll appreciate the quick clean up those surfaces afford after a day tearing up the trails or barreling down the beach.
Consumers Weigh In…
The 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited continues to prove popular, with consumer reviews returning four out of five stars on Edmunds and 4.7 out of five stars on Cars. com. Valued for its dependability, performance, and space, increasingly families are opting for the Unlimited over other SUV or minivan alternatives.
Originally priced to start at the MSRP of $33,220, most 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited models can now be purchased for just under $30K. A small price to pay for a vehicle that makes it possible to “Go Anywhere, Do Anything.”
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