I really like the new Wrangler but am worried about mechanical reliability, of the auto trans as well as the Fiat-derived engines. WhIch engine did you order, which transmission, and what has been your experience with them in your new Gladiator pickup?
The 3.6 is the only choice until the diesel comes out. J have the 8 speed auto and love it. I have been very pleased with the truck and it seems that a lot of thought has gone into the design, for example, the rear part of the top requires tools to remove. They are in a nice compartment under the back seat with marked places for all the fasteners. I bump 20 mpg average occasionally. No threat to a Prius, but for a 5000lb vehicle with the aerodynamics of a brick that can tow 6000lb, not bad. Workmanship is first rate.
This Wrangler Forum has three years of discussion of the JL series, of which the Gladiator draws upon. The V6 redesign issues, steering issues, dual-battery for engine autostop, belt-start-generator if optioned, plus NTSB recalls are available.
2018 JLUS in Punk’n Orange with 2.0 Hurricane engine is a daily driver.
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