DecodedCarsJeep Wrangler/TJ
2 model years from 2005 to 2006, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2005–2006
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Latest engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl, 4.0L 6-cyl
- Best MPG
- 17–17 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns, all years
The 2006 Wrangler/TJ in brief
The 2006 Jeep Wrangler/TJ is a SUV - offered with 2 engines (2.4L 4-cyl and 4.0L 6-cyl) and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (16 city / 19 highway), 0% better than the 2006 SUV - average of 17 MPG, for an estimated $3,950 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
The Jeep Wrangler/TJ has 2 model years in our data, from 2005 to 2006.
Its most efficient year was 2006 at 17 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 17 to 17 MPG.
2006 Wrangler/TJ pros & cons
Full 2006 details →What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 66 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
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Alternatives to the 2006 Wrangler/TJ
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 13 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 10 |
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 23 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 18 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jeep. How we calculate this →