| | Though the original Jeep Wrangler debuted as a working military implement during World War II, the now common utility vehicle has certainly developed into a highly cherished treasure for both families and outdoor lovers alike. In terms of safety and reliability, the Wrangler has performed well. Previous Wrangler models have received respectable safety scores and have been presented with top scores for multiple tests, including the IIHS's top score for frontal offset. Optional airbags certainly help to increase safety if a buyer elects to include them on the 2012 Jeep Wrangler. Looking under the hood, it's obvious that the 2012 Jeep Wrangler has undergone more than a simple exterior revamp. For the 2012 model, Jeep has elected to forgo the traditional 3.8-liter six engine in favor of the Pentastar, a more sophisticated 3.6-liter V6. This provides the newer model with an additional 260 pound-feet of torque and 283 horsepower. This is a major improvement to both power and torque over the previous engine,fuel efficiency and is sure to be noticeable in the way the machine operates. With additional options available in body color, hard-top color, and fender flare features, the 2012 Jeep Wrangler definitely offers more to its owner than any other Wrangler ever has. |