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2020 Jeep Wrangler: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2020 Jeep Wrangler is a lineup-expansion year rather than a redesign. Its biggest change is the arrival of the 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 in core four-door trims, adding a stronger torque-focused option.
About the 2020 Jeep Wrangler
4th generation Wrangler (JL), third model year; major lineup expansion year rather than a redesign or mid-cycle refresh.
For 2020, Jeep positioned the Wrangler as the go-anywhere, open-air SUV that blends everyday usefulness with serious trail ability. Its core identity is simple: removable roof and doors, genuine low-range four-wheel drive, and a body shape that still feels tied to classic Jeeps. Compared with other midsize SUVs, the Wrangler stands out less for comfort or cargo space and more for outdoor character, off-road hardware, and the freedom to drive it in a way nothing else in the class really matches.
The 2020 range runs from the basic, manual-control Sport through the more polished Sahara to the trail-focused Rubicon. The North Edition adds heated seats, a heated steering wheel, navigation, and premium audio for cold-weather driving, while the Recon builds on Rubicon hardware with steel bumpers and LED lighting. At the upscale end, the new Sahara High Altitude has Nappa leather, an 8.4-inch touchscreen with navigation, blind-spot monitoring, and rear parking sensors.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 joined four-door Sport, Sport S, Sport Altitude, Sahara, Sahara Altitude, and Rubicon models.
Styling
Black & Tan, Freedom, North Edition, Recon, Sahara High Altitude, Willys, and Willys Sport joined the range as distinct themed versions. The Moab trim left the lineup.
Tech
A touchscreen became standard rather than optional on Sahara and Sahara Altitude. Remote start changed from standard to optional on Rubicon, Sahara, Sahara Altitude, Sport Altitude, and Sport S.
2020 Jeep Wrangler specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, eTorque, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, eTorque, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, eTorque, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, eTorque, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter / V6, VVT, eTorque, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, eTorque, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Diesel / Gas |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 18–22 mpg | 18–22 mpg | 18–22 mpg | 18–22 mpg | 18–22 mpg | 18–22 mpg | 18–22 mpg | 18–22 mpg | 18–22 mpg | 18–22 mpg | 22 mpg | |
| MPG Highway | 22 mpg | 22–29 mpg | 23–29 mpg | 22–29 mpg | 22–24 mpg | 22–29 mpg | 22–29 mpg | 22–24 mpg | 22–24 mpg | 22–29 mpg | 23–29 mpg | 29 mpg | |
| Horsepower | 270 hp | 260–285 hp | 260–285 hp | 260–285 hp | 270–285 hp | 260–285 hp | 260–285 hp | 270–285 hp | 270–285 hp | 270 hp | 260–285 hp | 260–285 hp | 260–285 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 260–442 lb-ft | 260–442 lb-ft | 260–442 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft | 260–442 lb-ft | 260–442 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 260–442 lb-ft | 260–442 lb-ft | 260–442 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000–3500 lb | 2000–3500 lb | 3500 lb | 2000–3500 lb | 2000–3500 lb | 2000–3500 lb | 2000–3500 lb | 2000–3500 lb | 2000–3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.7–38.3 in | 35.7–38.3 in | 38.3 in | 35.7–38.3 in | 35.7–38.3 in | 35.7–38.3 in | 35.7–38.3 in | 35.7–38.3 in | 35.7–38.3 in | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 38.3 in |
| Seats | 4–5 | 4–5 | 5 | 4–5 | 4–5 | 4–5 | 4–5 | 4–5 | 4–5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 2–4 | 4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||||||||||
| Alarm System | |||||||||||||
| Automatic Headlights | |||||||||||||
| Automatic High Beams | |||||||||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||||||||||
| Hill Descent Control | |||||||||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | |||||||||||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||||||||||
| Fog Lights | |||||||||||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||||||||||
| LED Headlights | |||||||||||||
| LED Tail Lights | |||||||||||||
| Power Mirrors | |||||||||||||
| Power Retractable Soft Top | |||||||||||||
| Privacy Glass | |||||||||||||
| Side Steps | |||||||||||||
| Navigation System | |||||||||||||
| Premium Audio | |||||||||||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||||||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||||||||||
| USB Ports | |||||||||||||
| 115V Power Outlet | |||||||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||||||||||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||||||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||||||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||||||||||
| Leather Seats | |||||||||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||||||||||
| Power Locks | |||||||||||||
| Power Windows | |||||||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||||||||||
| Remote Start | |||||||||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||||||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2020 Jeep Wrangler?
The biggest change is the 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 joining core four-door Wrangler trims. It gives the 2020 lineup a new engine focused on strong low-speed pulling power.
Was the 2020 Jeep Wrangler redesigned?
No, the 2020 Wrangler was not redesigned. It is the third model year of the fourth-generation JL Wrangler, with its main updates centered on the diesel engine and a much broader trim lineup.
Which 2020 Wrangler trims have the EcoDiesel V6?
The EcoDiesel V6 is found in four-door versions of the Sport, Sport S, Sport Altitude, Sahara, Sahara Altitude, and Rubicon. It was new to those Wrangler trims for 2020.
Which trims joined or left the 2020 Jeep Wrangler lineup?
Black & Tan, Freedom, North Edition, Recon, Sahara High Altitude, Willys, and Willys Sport joined the 2020 lineup. The Moab trim was dropped.
What equipment changed on returning 2020 Wrangler trims?
A touchscreen became standard on Sahara and Sahara Altitude, while remote start moved from standard to optional on Rubicon, Sahara, Sahara Altitude, Sport Altitude, and Sport S.
2020 Jeep Wrangler Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Jeep Wrangler.
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2020 Jeep Wrangler
(448 reviews)
“I love my Jeep Wrangler JLU. The Ocean Blue color is just what I wanted. The previous owners had put brand new and larger tires on it a week before trading it and that just made my day. It drives so good and I love having another Jeep Wrangler in our family.”
“Overall, I'm very pleased with my vehicle. It was my dream car for many years, and I was finally able to afford it. Having a few issues with the electrical system, but the manufacturer's warranty is covering the cost of repairs. Just a pain to not have a vehicle for over three weeks doing repairs now.”