I only test drove one but if I didn't have a 392, this is the only other engine to get. I wish you could still get the 2.0 without the electric bullshit on it still.
Don't get the people thinking Stellantis knows how to make a good engine just because yours didn't break. First year engine from a crap company... yeah that is a poor mans bet. The turbo alone will ensure it doesn't last to 2-300k miles like a good NA engine will. I wish Stellantis could make a decent Jeep engine, but they haven't and Jeep hasn't made a decent engine since the old AMC 4.0 that they didn't even develop it. I love Jeep and my Wrangler, but I hate Stellantis and Chrysler for what they've done to Jeep. Rugged and reliable turned into cheaper than Chinese quality with lots of garbage bling. Luxury vehicles my butt. What is luxurious about being stuck on the side of the road. EDIT: The engine is an Alpha-romeo engine and has been around since 2016 and that is great news. This is what Motor reviewer.com has to say about it: "The longevity pledge for the 2.0 GME Hurricane engines, no matter how hackneyed it sounds, is frequent oil changes and premium gas only. With proper maintenance, this 2.0L Turbo-four engine is capable of lasting up to 150k miles without major problems." That is a much better than Stellantis building something from scratch and tossing it in. Maybe I can finally get that 4dr Rubicon I've been waiting on.
Really like your Chanel man. Here’s the thing, when people ask if it’s reliable, we are really hoping it makes it over 100,000 without any issues or major repairs. That’s like the base line. Reliable to most I would say means you should get at least 200,000.
Im currently renting a Jeep Wrangler with this engine. I knew it was the 2.0 turbo because of the sound. I stopped and popped the hood to be sure. I am amazed by this engine. It is incredible. The Jeep actually feels sporty. Im shaking my head. When I heard that Jeep was putting a 2.0 in the wrangler I laughed. Thought it was ridiculous. Not anymore.
I bought my wife a JL Sahara w/this 2.0 turbo 48v mild hybrid last fall and she LOVES it.!!! She preferred this engine in test drives over the 3.6L v6. The 2.0 is punchy!! I was nervous about a 4cyl, but not any more. Nothing but great reviews on this engine in the industry. My buddy works at Stelantis in the transmission dept in Indiana, and he told me to get the 4cyl. over the 6cyl. Had it now for a year, wife is HAPPY !!
I drove both. The v6 sounds like it's about to come apart at highway speeds where the 4 banger still has pickup! If I didn't have the 392, I would have gotten the 4 cyl.
@@scottleggejr The Pentastar engine was a mistake from the beginning. It did okay for what it was, but it was never designed for a Wrangler. I hope this guy's buddy isn't a Stellantis dope and they decided to start making a good product again. If it is just another Stellantis engine than it will be hot garbage. But maybe someone has finally got serious about the brand maybe we have some hope. Low tech, high reliability and over built is what we want (you can easily have luxury packages for the mallcrawlers with all the useless crapola that sells cars to unprepared people).
@@scottleggejr Stellantis is a stupid company. They should have but every decision they make is for short term profit. It seems to be the standard today in the universities and in the corporate world.
I just bought the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Sahara with the 2.0 Turbo 6 days ago. This is my first Jeep and I am already in love with it!! I also love the leather interior, the bigger 8.4 inch touch screen and Alpine speaker system. 😍 The Hydro Blue Pearlcoat looks amazing and I like that the color bleeds into the interior and roll cage frame.
My Granddaughter has one and I just did her first oil change yesterday and the oil filter and oil drain bolt are actually very close together and that made it easy, so kudos to whom ever designed that setup !
I agree, I installed a Morimoto upper intake pipe and a Turbosmart blow off valve for $hits and giggles on my 2.0T. I must say, it feels real peppy at stoplights.
I have had a 2020 4 door Jeep Wrangler 2.0L. It has plenty of power. I live in the NYC area, to merge on some of these roads you need a vehicle with good acceleration. This motor has that. I goto the Adirondack mountains regularly and going up and down the mountains from i87 to Lake Placid NY. This motor works well even in high elevations. I have stock 31.5 tires and get on a flat highway 28 to 31 mpg going 70mph. Even when going thru hills, still averages 24 mpg.
I’m to 39k miles in my Cherokee with the 2.0T and it’s been great. No complaints and I’ve gotten great gas mileage. I can get 30+ on the highway easily and I have Falken Wildpeak A/T Trails which are so much better than the stock Firestone tires. One thing I love even though my Cherokee is just a Latitude LUX is the fact that you don’t have to rev the daylights out of it just to off roading it just goes right over an obstacle with minimal throttle.
2020 Sahara, 2.0 eTorque. I'm averaging 21 to 23 with up to 26 on 2 lane 55 mph highway. The mileage drops after 70 mph. Have 72,000 on the odometer and the only engine issue was an expired 12 v battery. It pulled my 1200 lb fishing boat a considerable distance at 65 to 70 and the mileage dropped to a still solid 19. I rarely use the start/stop mode. My goal for the vehicle is to drive it 150 to 200 thousand miles like I got out of my 2014 Wrangler. Considering that I'm retired now that could be several years down the line.
My 1st wrangler always wanted one but I’m so happy with the 2.0 like you say I wouldn’t like it so much if it wasn’t this fun when you hit the pedal!! No problems at all only coming up in 30k but loving it ❤
I've had both v6 and 2L turbo. The v6 doesn't compare. 2L turbo is all around a better engine there's no question about it. The only thing the v6 has over the turbo engine is the sound. And that's it.
It is likely going to last a lot longer and be more reliable as well (the 6cyl). Even Toyota has issues with new engines, it would be unwise to expect Stellantis to do it well or even average.
Perfect engine for a jeep as long as the power curve is moderated. When your in a situation on steep rocks in 4 wheel low don't want a bunch of torque hitting suddenly from a turbocharger spooling up. The one advantage is as you go up to high altitude don't lose a bunch of power like the older 3.8 and 3.6 with 37-40 inch tires needed all the power could get. I live in Arizona we have mountains that go to 6-10k feet high. I would never buy a ecodiesel for one thing the power band is way too short with turbo lag. The emissions are a hassle to deal with all those sensors IMO the small 2.0 gas turbo gets the power of a diesel without the hassle of emissions.
Thank you Ben for doing a great job explaining the pros and cons of the 2.0 turbo engine. You have sold me on purchasing my next suv with this powertrain.
I own a 2021 Jeep Wrangler JL with 41000 miles. I average 27 mpg in the city and 29-30 mpg on highway. I flat tow sometimes with my RV and am really enjoying it.😊
I just bought a 2021 jeep wrangler willy 2.0L i4 and i am in shock wasnt expecting that gas milage i bout the car thinking it was going to be a gas gusler but its not its awsome and the boost feels awsome pulls you back into seat love this vehicle recommend it
I have my turbo Sahara 2020 with over 100k miles and we coming and going from Houston to Los Angeles very often and it runs great..I change syntactic oil every3000 miles no matter what… mostly my cars are over 300 k miles and one of them is a Honda accord 2001 with 350k miles and Toyota 4 runners with 200k miles no problemos
Jeep also uses the same 2.0L turbo 4 cylinder in their 4xe powertrain. 375hp and 470lb ft of torque! The engine compartment on the 4xe isn't much more cramped, either. Looking forward to picking up my 2023 Wrangler Sahara 4xe later this week.
I wonder how reliable all those electronics will be after bouncing around the desert and climbing steep rock trails like I do here in Arizona. I'm not against hybrid technology it does a great job of filling in the power curve almost making it flat when your 42 miles down a trail that took you 6 hours to get to last thing I want is some complicated mess to troubleshoot.
That included the electric engine specs too. I would love to see someone tune up their 2.0t for 275hp and 470ft/lbs of torque. Wouldn't last long, but it would be a lot of fun.
@@Hutch_Davenport Of course those numbers are for the combined hp/tq of both ICE and electric motors, which most folks know this is how they are always measured.
Ben I agree with you. The 2.0 is the engine to get. I had the use of one for a week and was converted. The 2.0 Euro spec version puts out more horsepower and torque which means there should be Alpha tunes out in the wild.. We here in the states just haven't been exposed to turbos like they have been in Europe and Asia.
I have the 2.0 on a 2 dr. 30k on the odometer. Have done some crazy 4 wheeling, driven across the US and although I was hesitant about an Italian made engine it has been a joy. On the highway, on the trail, in the city. I do ‘over’ maintenance, and hope it lasts for a very long time. So much quicker and torque is awesome over my old TJ.
From what I've seen, option for option, the 4xe is basically the same price as a non-hybrid. Once you factor in any government incentives it ends up cheaper. In Canada this is true at least. I just bought a 3.6 Sahara and sticker price was within $1.5k of a 4xe with basically the same stuff, plus 20 inch wheels. Factor in the incentive of $2.5k from the government and the 4xe becomes cheaper.
I’m not normally a fan of turbo engines from a longevity perspective, but I bought a 2020 Rubicon Recon edition after the test drive. I traded a 2015 Rubicon in on it and the V6 was very anemic especially after I had it lifted and put 37s on it. Never had a single issue out of any of the Wranglers I’ve owned and this 2020 Rubicon Recon with the 2.0L turbo is no different. Oh be put 29,500 miles on it and I’m averaging 20-21mpg in local driving and highway mileage drops some to 18-19mpg depending on speed. If I keep it under 75mph it’ll get that but over 75mph it drops.
@@DimplesChild401 I’ve tried premium some and didn’t see any increase in performance or gas mileage. I’ll probably trade it in on something with a V8 soon when I get a center console boat when we move to south Florida.
Do you average 20-21mpg with 37s and a lift? I'm in the market for a used Wrangler and I found one with the 2.0L. It's stock but I plan on lifting and adding 37s or 40s. What's your take on that?
My 2.0T averages from 20 to 21 mpg here in town with mostly city driving. I have not taken it on the road so I can't say anything about highway mpg. According to the vehicle sticker city mpg is very close to what I'm getting but highway mileage is suppose to be only 24. Anyway since most of my driving is done here in town that's not bad, considering that my last 3 wranglers only got 12 to 14 mpg in town.
The only thing I hate about my JLU 2.0t is the cold start noise I get but after 2 min it gets quiet and runs smooth, dealer says noise it’s normal. But apart from that I love my Jeep, I hit the trails every weekend I use regular gas, so far 30000 miles and not one problem.
I have one. I’m getting rid of it. Never had so many problems and the dealer that sold it to me, never fixed it and refused me to come back. The doors rust and only had mine two years and the doors starting to bubble rust. But you’ve never stated that people trade them in at 90,000 miles because of the turbo goes and needs replaced. I bought mine with 187miles on it and it hit 36,010 when I dropped it off at another dealer to get it fixed and told them I’m not happy with it. Never had so many electric problems with the start/stop auto
We just picked up two new jeeps. 22 Jeep gladiator Mojave and a 22 Jeep rubicon 2 door with the 2.0l. Biggest thing I’ve noticed so far is the V6 is quieter at idle and when accelerating. Also it does seem to be a bit smoother accelerating. The 2.0 doesn’t sound bad it just sounds like a 2.0 4 cylinder. It is way peppier than the gladiator like almost disconcertingly so. 😅
I've got a 2020 sahara with the drive train and this engine is excellent. 62000 miles and counting. Great gas mileage, unexpected power, very capable off road. Only downer is the tranny. Just had some issues with the transmission
I don't really have a problem with it having 2 less cylinders, or having a turbo. The problem is that it's GDI. That almost guarantees issues down the line. Couple that with the fact that it's relatively new, and I'm not sure about long-term reliability. The 3.6 V6, for all it's faults, at least has been around for a long time and is in a a lot of vehicles. Otherwise, the 2.0 is a fantastic engine if you plan on getting rid of the vehicle after 6 years or so.
I don't know the difficulty of removing this particular intake manifold, but on other makes, media blasting the intake valves free of carbon is SIMPLE and relatively inexpensive.
It's been used in Alfa Romeos since 2016, pretty good record thus far. I've been using CRC's GDI cleaner every oil change-hopefully that will help keep the carbon deposits at bay. So far these engines don't appear particularly problematic when it comes to carbon buildup.
I’ve owned 7 cars in my life, so far my wrangler 2.0 doing great. I love sport car and hatchback but the reason I bought this one. 1. Time less design 2. Ability 3. Million after market product 4. I can open top and door or more I not really go to camping or adventure but I love wrangler in the city. 2.0L awsome for gas mileage
Traded in my 2013 Infiniti g37x recently for a 2019 Grand Cherokee Limited lux pack2 with the 3.6 and I certainly think the engine in the Jeep is capable of having some fun, you won't be gapping anybody but the 0-60 and general acceleration are much better than reviewers led me to believe.
I know and glad it’s a reliable engine. I have the six cylinder and 35” tires with a 4:10 gear ratio. My wife has a 2023 Willys four cylinder version. She did need to change out her gear ratio to a 4:10 to match her transmission shifts. Everything is fine so far but I just can’t get over that weird little turbo whine.
Did no one notice the Peugeot 505 at 4:10 ? Pretty rare sight these days. Edit: Just finished the video and I know I'm late to the party, but do want to say that yes, this engine is pretty decent. However, it's a highly complicated engine and is much more sensitive to abuse than the 3.6 would be. So to all owners, be warned, use premium fuel and high quality oil. Also check the oil level at least every few months as they do tend to use a bit of oil and running them low is a disaster.
My 2020 Willy’s JLU is amazing. It’s my 4th JU. After renting the JLU in St Johns last winter I couldn’t wait to get home and track down exactly my spec. Yes preowned with low miles. I’ve put only 7k on it, purchased with 11k in April. My mileage on reg fuel: 17-20 around town. 23 to 27 highway. My single problem is the Aux battery for the stop/start. Just recently stopped functioning. Many hate this feature. My jury is still out. What are your experiences and Aux battery choices? Acceleration and transmission superb.
I love mine so far after 2 months and 2,800 miles. Just one thing bothering me, the cooling system is overly complex with an additional coolant pump on the passenger side next to the transmission that is totally plastic, and electrically driven. Over time I plan to uncomplicate that! The oil is easy to change without removing skid plates etc. I do wish the air filter cover was a snap down design rather than 8mm screws into plastic that are just asking to become stripped over time.
I own a 2020 Wrangler with the 2.0.... The ESS has given me hell and I have been through two battery swaps (one under warranty and one not). I just got it out of the stealership for the ESS light coming on again and thats where the second battery swap (both batteries) happened. It just came on again for the third time. I may bypass the ESS because I dont use it anyway. The lift struts gave out within a year and the visor clips broke within two years otherwise its been a good vehicle. Manufacture date according to the door placard is May 2020 during the shutdown. Due to skeleton crews back then I can only guess the finance guys installed the ESS system.
The ESS is by far the worst fucking feature. I wanna install a bypass but was worried about the same issue with the battery. I've just conditioned myself to turn the thing off as soon as I enter the car.
Mine has less then 20K and just broke down at Crater Lake, day before yesterday. The turbo quit working and it wouldn't even pull its own weight. Not amused having to limp home all the way to NW Washington. Do not depend on this engine for overlanding.
It’s an Alfa design based on the one that’s in the Giulia. It has been a pretty darn good engine for them. Wouldn’t pick it over the simpler and older, more proven 3.6 but it would not be a deal breaker for me to get the 2L.
I'm thinking about getting a 2021 unlimited Wrangler with the 2.0 inline four turbo It has 40,000 mi My question is would you get an extended warranty on it.. it's going to cost $4,300
I have a 2019 cherokee overland with the 2.0 turbo engine in it and it has 82000 miles on it. The engine is blown and I have to find one to replace it. The Jeep dealer wants $13000 to replace the engine. I've seen online lots of bad reviews of this engine.
My 2022 2.0 with 6,000 miles is already in the shop for overheating. Service advisor said something about he just received a service bulletin about changing out the water pump.. WTF FCA?? I gotta pay for a rental, then they supposedly will reimburse me.....
Love that engine! Power...even at elevation, 6k / 7k ft. No change that I could tell. Cant say that for the 3.6. Driven em both. Ordered a 22 Rubi...put the 2.0 in it. One more thing, its lighter, better off road.
I drove a wrangler 2.0 rental from CA to CO and back. The power on this thing is amazing! Going up the hills at 8k in Vail did not impact the power. The torque makes it very zippy. My experience was so good that I am looking at getting a wrangler with the 2.0 engine.
The 2.0 with a turbo performs well but…….the internet is filled with turbo maintenance issues. In spite of what the manufacturer says premium gas is a must. Frequent oil changes are also a must. The entire auto industry is headed towards 4 cylinder engines with turbos, so eventually that combination will be the norm.
It could be... It's good that it's light. Sometimes I have cool dreams about driving different vehicles - but they're usually large, tank-like monstrosities; V8 jeeps or big pickup trucks, lol. 😴💭
2.0L T is the only Wrangler for European export. It has plenty of power - don't believe anyone who claims V6 is more reliable. 2.0L is stronger, quieter, and a lot more fuel efficient (improves the range), it's also better at elevation, but it's a bit too explosive for rock crawling or towing - V6 as a truck engine is better in this regard. Unfortunately, the v6 with 8-speed auto comes with their disgusting eTorque system, that causes nothing but trouble (especially during cold season). My ESS on 2L turbo works smoothly, and cost-wise replacing a starter after 60K miles is nothing compared to dealing with the eTorque problems.
True, reason is that when this engine was designed for the Alfa Giulia, a manual was never in the plans due to emission standards, coupled with the reduced demand for manuals in Europe. When Jeep adapted the engine for the Wrangler, cost benefits analysis probably showed it wasn't worth it... Sensible manufacturers these days..
I think its so interesting that TFL, mainly the son, has been recommending the V6 instead. Have you done a review on the V6 etorque? I would love to have the diesel instead but the ADBlue or Def is a downer to have to keep buying that crap to keep it running. I would still love a manual!
I get 26 average mph with my 4cyl 2018 .I have 50,000 miles on it.I started out using Premium but then Jeep said regular was fine.It runs great on regular .I have had no maintenance except oil and filter changes from the dealer.I believe the engine is made in Italy at the Alfa Romeo factory in Treviso ,Italy.
I have 93,000 miles on my 2.0 Etorque Wrangler. Runs as good as new
Exactly why I came to the comments. I have the opportunity to buy with with 96k miles. Curious if it's gonna last much longer.
I only test drove one but if I didn't have a 392, this is the only other engine to get. I wish you could still get the 2.0 without the electric bullshit on it still.
Don't get the people thinking Stellantis knows how to make a good engine just because yours didn't break. First year engine from a crap company... yeah that is a poor mans bet. The turbo alone will ensure it doesn't last to 2-300k miles like a good NA engine will. I wish Stellantis could make a decent Jeep engine, but they haven't and Jeep hasn't made a decent engine since the old AMC 4.0 that they didn't even develop it.
I love Jeep and my Wrangler, but I hate Stellantis and Chrysler for what they've done to Jeep. Rugged and reliable turned into cheaper than Chinese quality with lots of garbage bling. Luxury vehicles my butt. What is luxurious about being stuck on the side of the road.
EDIT: The engine is an Alpha-romeo engine and has been around since 2016 and that is great news. This is what Motor reviewer.com has to say about it:
"The longevity pledge for the 2.0 GME Hurricane engines, no matter how hackneyed it sounds, is frequent oil changes and premium gas only. With proper maintenance, this 2.0L Turbo-four engine is capable of lasting up to 150k miles without major problems."
That is a much better than Stellantis building something from scratch and tossing it in. Maybe I can finally get that 4dr Rubicon I've been waiting on.
@@scottleggejr They got rid of the e-torque stuff on the standard 2.0T, my 2024 2.0 JLUR just has the standard motor.
How is it now?
Really like your Chanel man. Here’s the thing, when people ask if it’s reliable, we are really hoping it makes it over 100,000 without any issues or major repairs. That’s like the base line. Reliable to most I would say means you should get at least 200,000.
Love mine, issue free... Great on road trips, solid mileage, smooth power transition - excellent motor so far
We just a 2021 Willy w this engine I hope your right I’ve always been skeptic about engines with turbo
73 miles per hour seems to be the sweet spot for me 🙂
It's way better than the 3.6
Do you have the standard 2.0 or the 4xe with 2.0 ?
@@EddyGoyanes they don't make a pure 2.0 anymore new. Only the 4xe
Im currently renting a Jeep Wrangler with this engine.
I knew it was the 2.0 turbo because of the sound. I stopped and popped the hood to be sure.
I am amazed by this engine. It is incredible. The Jeep actually feels sporty. Im shaking my head. When I heard that Jeep was putting a 2.0 in the wrangler I laughed. Thought it was ridiculous. Not anymore.
I did the exact same thing when I rented one. Fun to drive in my opinion
Yeah haha. I've shocked some people trying to race me off the line.
I bought my wife a JL Sahara w/this 2.0 turbo 48v mild hybrid last fall and she LOVES it.!!! She preferred this engine in test drives over the 3.6L v6. The 2.0 is punchy!! I was nervous about a 4cyl, but not any more. Nothing but great reviews on this engine in the industry. My buddy works at Stelantis in the transmission dept in Indiana, and he told me to get the 4cyl. over the 6cyl. Had it now for a year, wife is HAPPY !!
I drove both. The v6 sounds like it's about to come apart at highway speeds where the 4 banger still has pickup! If I didn't have the 392, I would have gotten the 4 cyl.
@@scottleggejr The Pentastar engine was a mistake from the beginning. It did okay for what it was, but it was never designed for a Wrangler. I hope this guy's buddy isn't a Stellantis dope and they decided to start making a good product again. If it is just another Stellantis engine than it will be hot garbage. But maybe someone has finally got serious about the brand maybe we have some hope. Low tech, high reliability and over built is what we want (you can easily have luxury packages for the mallcrawlers with all the useless crapola that sells cars to unprepared people).
@@Hutch_Davenport makes zero sense why it wasn't just a 5.7 minus 2 cylinders.
@@scottleggejr Stellantis is a stupid company. They should have but every decision they make is for short term profit. It seems to be the standard today in the universities and in the corporate world.
Can I put regular gas on v4 turbo? Wrangler
I just bought the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Sahara with the 2.0 Turbo 6 days ago. This is my first Jeep and I am already in love with it!! I also love the leather interior, the bigger 8.4 inch touch screen and Alpine speaker system. 😍 The Hydro Blue Pearlcoat looks amazing and I like that the color bleeds into the interior and roll cage frame.
After 9 months of owning the jeep .. any advice, an planing to purchase rubicon soon.. any suggestion?
Explain that last part again, you mean your rollbars are the same color as the outer paint or......?
My Granddaughter has one and I just did her first oil change yesterday and the oil filter and oil drain bolt are actually very close together and that made it easy, so kudos to whom ever designed that setup !
I agree, I installed a Morimoto upper intake pipe and a Turbosmart blow off valve for $hits and giggles on my 2.0T. I must say, it feels real peppy at stoplights.
I've had mine for 2 1/2 years and 82K miles later, it's still great. MPG varies, around town it's 22 or so, and highmileagelage is about 17.
Great to hear...likely buying a Rubicon 2020 with 50K on it...test drove it for 3 days and loved it.
I have had a 2020 4 door Jeep Wrangler 2.0L. It has plenty of power. I live in the NYC area, to merge on some of these roads you need a vehicle with good acceleration. This motor has that. I goto the Adirondack mountains regularly and going up and down the mountains from i87 to Lake Placid NY. This motor works well even in high elevations. I have stock 31.5 tires and get on a flat highway 28 to 31 mpg going 70mph. Even when going thru hills, still averages 24 mpg.
My old man has this engine in his two-door Wrangler & it’s quick af
I’m to 39k miles in my Cherokee with the 2.0T and it’s been great. No complaints and I’ve gotten great gas mileage. I can get 30+ on the highway easily and I have Falken Wildpeak A/T Trails which are so much better than the stock Firestone tires. One thing I love even though my Cherokee is just a Latitude LUX is the fact that you don’t have to rev the daylights out of it just to off roading it just goes right over an obstacle with minimal throttle.
How about now. Miles and 1 year later.
@@jumpstreet2425 nearing 80k miles, not a single problem.
2020 Sahara, 2.0 eTorque. I'm averaging 21 to 23 with up to 26 on 2 lane 55 mph highway. The mileage drops after 70 mph. Have 72,000 on the odometer and the only engine issue was an expired 12 v battery. It pulled my 1200 lb fishing boat a considerable distance at 65 to 70 and the mileage dropped to a still solid 19. I rarely use the start/stop mode. My goal for the vehicle is to drive it 150 to 200 thousand miles like I got out of my 2014 Wrangler. Considering that I'm retired now that could be several years down the line.
I hope it works out for you.
My 1st wrangler always wanted one but I’m so happy with the 2.0 like you say I wouldn’t like it so much if it wasn’t this fun when you hit the pedal!! No problems at all only coming up in 30k but loving it ❤
I've had both v6 and 2L turbo. The v6 doesn't compare. 2L turbo is all around a better engine there's no question about it. The only thing the v6 has over the turbo engine is the sound. And that's it.
It is likely going to last a lot longer and be more reliable as well (the 6cyl). Even Toyota has issues with new engines, it would be unwise to expect Stellantis to do it well or even average.
2021 ruby with Mopar lift and 35’s. Still peppy and no issues. 35k so far.
I have 2021 JEEP LJ with this engine and transmission combo. 29,000 miles I get 24 city and 27 hwy MPG! No issues.
Perfect engine for a jeep as long as the power curve is moderated. When your in a situation on steep rocks in 4 wheel low don't want a bunch of torque hitting suddenly from a turbocharger spooling up. The one advantage is as you go up to high altitude don't lose a bunch of power like the older 3.8 and 3.6 with 37-40 inch tires needed all the power could get. I live in Arizona we have mountains that go to 6-10k feet high. I would never buy a ecodiesel for one thing the power band is way too short with turbo lag. The emissions are a hassle to deal with all those sensors IMO the small 2.0 gas turbo gets the power of a diesel without the hassle of emissions.
Thank you Ben for doing a great job explaining the pros and cons of the 2.0 turbo engine. You have sold me on purchasing my next suv with this powertrain.
I own a 2021 Jeep Wrangler JL with 41000 miles. I average 27 mpg in the city and 29-30 mpg on highway. I flat tow sometimes with my RV and am really enjoying it.😊
I just bought a 2021 jeep wrangler willy 2.0L i4 and i am in shock wasnt expecting that gas milage i bout the car thinking it was going to be a gas gusler but its not its awsome and the boost feels awsome pulls you back into seat love this vehicle recommend it
I have my turbo Sahara 2020 with over 100k miles and we coming and going from Houston to Los Angeles very often and it runs great..I change syntactic oil every3000 miles no matter what… mostly my cars are over 300 k miles and one of them is a Honda accord 2001 with 350k miles and Toyota 4 runners with 200k miles no problemos
My wife's jeep has this engine. She loves it. Ours gets usually 21 mpg, unless i drive it.
Jeep also uses the same 2.0L turbo 4 cylinder in their 4xe powertrain. 375hp and 470lb ft of torque! The engine compartment on the 4xe isn't much more cramped, either. Looking forward to picking up my 2023 Wrangler Sahara 4xe later this week.
I wonder how reliable all those electronics will be after bouncing around the desert and climbing steep rock trails like I do here in Arizona. I'm not against hybrid technology it does a great job of filling in the power curve almost making it flat when your 42 miles down a trail that took you 6 hours to get to last thing I want is some complicated mess to troubleshoot.
That included the electric engine specs too. I would love to see someone tune up their 2.0t for 275hp and 470ft/lbs of torque. Wouldn't last long, but it would be a lot of fun.
@@Hutch_Davenport Of course those numbers are for the combined hp/tq of both ICE and electric motors, which most folks know this is how they are always measured.
Ben I agree with you. The 2.0 is the engine to get. I had the use of one for a week and was converted. The 2.0 Euro spec version puts out more horsepower and torque which means there should be Alpha tunes out in the wild.. We here in the states just haven't been exposed to turbos like they have been in Europe and Asia.
There’s a turbo upgrade out for the Alfa’s, pushing 400 hp at 29 lbs of boost.
@@PrintedperformanceHoo, hoo hoo.. I can't wait for that to hit our shores. I got dibs on one of those setups.😉
🙊@@Printedperformance ALFA ? sicuro non e ferrari 😄😄😄😄👎
We had a 2013 Fiat Abarth with 4 cylinder turbo. My jeep feels alot like the Abarth did...lots of fun to drive.
I have the 2.0 on a 2 dr. 30k on the odometer. Have done some crazy 4 wheeling, driven across the US and although I was hesitant about an Italian made engine it has been a joy. On the highway, on the trail, in the city. I do ‘over’ maintenance, and hope it lasts for a very long time. So much quicker and torque is awesome over my old TJ.
here to see what odo you're at and seeing if its still going strong?
non e motore italiano 😡 e un GME sara uguale al 6 cil turbo 3000 un GME
My best friend has 60K on the 2.0L without a single issue
From what I've seen, option for option, the 4xe is basically the same price as a non-hybrid. Once you factor in any government incentives it ends up cheaper. In Canada this is true at least.
I just bought a 3.6 Sahara and sticker price was within $1.5k of a 4xe with basically the same stuff, plus 20 inch wheels. Factor in the incentive of $2.5k from the government and the 4xe becomes cheaper.
I’m not normally a fan of turbo engines from a longevity perspective, but I bought a 2020 Rubicon Recon edition after the test drive. I traded a 2015 Rubicon in on it and the V6 was very anemic especially after I had it lifted and put 37s on it. Never had a single issue out of any of the Wranglers I’ve owned and this 2020 Rubicon Recon with the 2.0L turbo is no different. Oh be put 29,500 miles on it and I’m averaging 20-21mpg in local driving and highway mileage drops some to 18-19mpg depending on speed. If I keep it under 75mph it’ll get that but over 75mph it drops.
How does the 4 cylinder get 18-19 mpg when my 5 ton Gx460 gets 22 mpg on highway with a V8? That’s crazy
Are you using Premium Gas. You’ll get way better gas mileage and performance. At least I do.
@@Nahhmah probably because wranglers are about as aerodynamic as a barn door.
@@DimplesChild401 I’ve tried premium some and didn’t see any increase in performance or gas mileage. I’ll probably trade it in on something with a V8 soon when I get a center console boat when we move to south Florida.
Do you average 20-21mpg with 37s and a lift? I'm in the market for a used Wrangler and I found one with the 2.0L. It's stock but I plan on lifting and adding 37s or 40s. What's your take on that?
My 2.0T averages from 20 to 21 mpg here in town with mostly city driving. I have not taken it on the road so I can't say anything about highway mpg. According to the vehicle sticker city mpg is very close to what I'm getting but highway mileage is suppose to be only 24. Anyway since most of my driving is done here in town that's not bad, considering that my last 3 wranglers only got 12 to 14 mpg in town.
The only thing I hate about my JLU 2.0t is the cold start noise I get but after 2 min it gets quiet and runs smooth, dealer says noise it’s normal. But apart from that I love my Jeep, I hit the trails every weekend I use regular gas, so far 30000 miles and not one problem.
That's pretty common with direct injection engines-you get a slight diesel-like clatter when cold.
Good to know came here
For the same issue! I was freaking out!
4cyl turbo...great engine. Thanks for the review. You hit all the good points about this engine. Love the power.
I think it is a great engine with lots of power that provide pure fun.
50,000 miles and running strong. I hope so! A good engine should be good for well over 200K if you take care of it.
I have one. I’m getting rid of it. Never had so many problems and the dealer that sold it to me, never fixed it and refused me to come back. The doors rust and only had mine two years and the doors starting to bubble rust. But you’ve never stated that people trade them in at 90,000 miles because of the turbo goes and needs replaced. I bought mine with 187miles on it and it hit 36,010 when I dropped it off at another dealer to get it fixed and told them I’m not happy with it. Never had so many electric problems with the start/stop auto
My 2021 2dr Rubicon 3.6L E-Torque Rubicon runs pretty good here in Phx AZ. 🌵
Is that engine quicker than the turbo 2.0
@@dcar7446 I never raced one but I’ll tell you my Jeep really moves and surprises people.
Rubicon gearing with 2.0T is working for me so far. The 4:10 gears allow the engine to quickly get to boost too.
We have the wrangler 3.0 diesel and we love it . Turns our 35’s no problem
It Feels Fast For A Wrangler. Great comment,and I love my '24 Sport S 4 Door with the 2.0.
We just picked up two new jeeps. 22 Jeep gladiator Mojave and a 22 Jeep rubicon 2 door with the 2.0l. Biggest thing I’ve noticed so far is the V6 is quieter at idle and when accelerating. Also it does seem to be a bit smoother accelerating. The 2.0 doesn’t sound bad it just sounds like a 2.0 4 cylinder. It is way peppier than the gladiator like almost disconcertingly so. 😅
I've got a 2020 sahara with the drive train and this engine is excellent. 62000 miles and counting. Great gas mileage, unexpected power, very capable off road. Only downer is the tranny. Just had some issues with the transmission
Yeah the deal breaker for me is the Xtreme package. Looking on getting one in the future, thanks for the review
Thanks for this video. I think you helped me decide on the 2.0.
I have about 40k miles on my 4xe Sahara and absolutely love it
I have a 21 Rubicon 2 door with the 2.0 turbo and want to see 150k miles as a true reliability rating.
Facts
I don't really have a problem with it having 2 less cylinders, or having a turbo. The problem is that it's GDI. That almost guarantees issues down the line. Couple that with the fact that it's relatively new, and I'm not sure about long-term reliability. The 3.6 V6, for all it's faults, at least has been around for a long time and is in a a lot of vehicles.
Otherwise, the 2.0 is a fantastic engine if you plan on getting rid of the vehicle after 6 years or so.
I don't know the difficulty of removing this particular intake manifold, but on other makes, media blasting the intake valves free of carbon is SIMPLE and relatively inexpensive.
It's been used in Alfa Romeos since 2016, pretty good record thus far. I've been using CRC's GDI cleaner every oil change-hopefully that will help keep the carbon deposits at bay. So far these engines don't appear particularly problematic when it comes to carbon buildup.
Mine is doing well. fuel mileage is nothing to brag about. I done a few oil changes myself. Wife drives it daily to work and back.
I’ve owned 7 cars in my life, so far my wrangler 2.0 doing great. I love sport car and hatchback but the reason I bought this one.
1. Time less design
2. Ability
3. Million after market product
4. I can open top and door or more
I not really go to camping or adventure but I love wrangler in the city. 2.0L awsome for gas mileage
Traded in my 2013 Infiniti g37x recently for a 2019 Grand Cherokee Limited lux pack2 with the 3.6 and I certainly think the engine in the Jeep is capable of having some fun, you won't be gapping anybody but the 0-60 and general acceleration are much better than reviewers led me to believe.
Im getting the turbo. My ecoboost ford sold me on these turbo engines. You do get more out of them with time and a dedication.
Getting about 17 mpg in the city on 2019 JLU with this motor. But also have 3 inch life with 35 inch tires....not bad
I know and glad it’s a reliable engine. I have the six cylinder and 35” tires with a 4:10 gear ratio. My wife has a 2023 Willys four cylinder version. She did need to change out her gear ratio to a 4:10 to match her transmission shifts. Everything is fine so far but I just can’t get over that weird little turbo whine.
My 4 door JLU 2.0 turbo way out performs my JK 2 door V6 off road. The torque is a game changer. Both are sport s with BFG KO2’s
Did no one notice the Peugeot 505 at 4:10 ? Pretty rare sight these days.
Edit: Just finished the video and I know I'm late to the party, but do want to say that yes, this engine is pretty decent. However, it's a highly complicated engine and is much more sensitive to abuse than the 3.6 would be. So to all owners, be warned, use premium fuel and high quality oil. Also check the oil level at least every few months as they do tend to use a bit of oil and running them low is a disaster.
Very rare. Our family owned one in the 90s. Very comfortable car.
My 2020 Willy’s JLU is amazing. It’s my 4th JU. After renting the JLU in St Johns last winter I couldn’t wait to get home and track down exactly my spec. Yes preowned with low miles. I’ve put only 7k on it, purchased with 11k in April. My mileage on reg fuel: 17-20 around town. 23 to 27 highway. My single problem is the Aux battery for the stop/start. Just recently stopped functioning. Many hate this feature. My jury is still out. What are your experiences and Aux battery choices? Acceleration and transmission superb.
Get a tazer mini and never worry about the stop start again
Did not think the 2.0T had an aux battery.
Just purchased 2024 Willy's with this power train hope for the best ....
This is a pretty solid engine. Keep up with maintenance and the vehicle will take care of you for a long time!
I love mine so far after 2 months and 2,800 miles. Just one thing bothering me, the cooling system is overly complex with an additional coolant pump on the passenger side next to the transmission that is totally plastic, and electrically driven. Over time I plan to uncomplicate that! The oil is easy to change without removing skid plates etc. I do wish the air filter cover was a snap down design rather than 8mm screws into plastic that are just asking to become stripped over time.
Love my 2.0. Amazing
I just bought a 2023 wrangler 2 door soft top, the mpg is 27,8 combined with the 2l turbo. And it’s so quit. I use premium 93 gas.
This 2.0 is fun to drive
I own a 2020 Wrangler with the 2.0.... The ESS has given me hell and I have been through two battery swaps (one under warranty and one not). I just got it out of the stealership for the ESS light coming on again and thats where the second battery swap (both batteries) happened. It just came on again for the third time. I may bypass the ESS because I dont use it anyway. The lift struts gave out within a year and the visor clips broke within two years otherwise its been a good vehicle. Manufacture date according to the door placard is May 2020 during the shutdown. Due to skeleton crews back then I can only guess the finance guys installed the ESS system.
The ESS is by far the worst fucking feature. I wanna install a bypass but was worried about the same issue with the battery. I've just conditioned myself to turn the thing off as soon as I enter the car.
If you talked just a little bit faster, I wouldn't be able to understand anything you are saying.
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Absolutely love my 22 Sahara with this motor !
Aloha and good 🌟 evening 🌚 Ben. This trim is a very good fuel economy Wrangler. Plus, this is better than the Eco-diesel engine.
I have a Wrangler water pump that has broken down, and it has only run 18,000 kilometres, and the maintenance has been done for it under warranty.
Mine has less then 20K and just broke down at Crater Lake, day before yesterday. The turbo quit working and it wouldn't even pull its own weight. Not amused having to limp home all the way to NW Washington. Do not depend on this engine for overlanding.
Turbo just don't stop working. Its usually a boost leak.
My engine is currently being replaced at 45k miles. 😩 don’t go off roading or drive vehicle hard. Thank God for warranty
Good job Ben! Hard working guy. Respect!
It’s an Alfa design based on the one that’s in the Giulia. It has been a pretty darn good engine for them. Wouldn’t pick it over the simpler and older, more proven 3.6 but it would not be a deal breaker for me to get the 2L.
If i ever get one of these, I'd do what i do to all the turbo cars ive owned, better intercooler etc etc
Pretty sure the 6s 0-60 quoted here is for the hybrid, the 2.0l Turbo should be around 8 sec?
I'm thinking about getting a 2021 unlimited Wrangler with the 2.0 inline four turbo It has 40,000 mi My question is would you get an extended warranty on it.. it's going to cost $4,300
I have a 2019 cherokee overland with the 2.0 turbo engine in it and it has 82000 miles on it. The engine is blown and I have to find one to replace it. The Jeep dealer wants $13000 to replace the engine. I've seen online lots of bad reviews of this engine.
My 2022 2.0 with 6,000 miles is already in the shop for overheating.
Service advisor said something about he just received a service bulletin about changing out the water pump..
WTF FCA??
I gotta pay for a rental, then they supposedly will reimburse me.....
I drove one today. Loved it!
Would you take the 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder over the EcoDiesel?
it gets similar mpg's
Also WAY more reliable
Love that engine! Power...even at elevation, 6k / 7k ft. No change that I could tell. Cant say that for the 3.6. Driven em both. Ordered a 22 Rubi...put the 2.0 in it. One more thing, its lighter, better off road.
I drove a wrangler 2.0 rental from CA to CO and back. The power on this thing is amazing! Going up the hills at 8k in Vail did not impact the power. The torque makes it very zippy. My experience was so good that I am looking at getting a wrangler with the 2.0 engine.
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Do you use premium fuel or regular? I am looking to buy a 2023 with that motor but don't want to have to use premium gas!
Why do you need HP when you have speed limits of 30-40 MPH inside city?
Can i put regular gas on v4 turbo jeep wrangler?
The 2.0 with a turbo performs well but…….the internet is filled with turbo maintenance issues. In spite of what the manufacturer says premium gas is a must. Frequent oil changes are also a must. The entire auto industry is headed towards 4 cylinder engines with turbos, so eventually that combination will be the norm.
It could be... It's good that it's light. Sometimes I have cool dreams about driving different vehicles - but they're usually large, tank-like monstrosities; V8 jeeps or big pickup trucks, lol. 😴💭
I'm averaging around 14 miles around town. Do you think there's a problem with my 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon Edition?
Unless you have giant tires and changed up gearing you should be getting mid twenties fuel economy with regular gas.
Nothing Sea Foam can’t fix :)
I’m getting the same
2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited JL Sahara Altitude!
What type of gas should you use for a 2.0?
I have this engine in a 2dr Jeep Wrangler Rubicon and I have never gotten 20 miles a hour and I don't drive fast. So the mileage varies.
What about towing and towing capacity, especially over long distances? Will this drive train burn out in a 3 years?
2.0L T is the only Wrangler for European export. It has plenty of power - don't believe anyone who claims V6 is more reliable. 2.0L is stronger, quieter, and a lot more fuel efficient (improves the range), it's also better at elevation, but it's a bit too explosive for rock crawling or towing - V6 as a truck engine is better in this regard. Unfortunately, the v6 with 8-speed auto comes with their disgusting eTorque system, that causes nothing but trouble (especially during cold season). My ESS on 2L turbo works smoothly, and cost-wise replacing a starter after 60K miles is nothing compared to dealing with the eTorque problems.
We have to 2.0l and it kicks ass. Definitely the pick of the litter.
Like it or not the Pentastar motor is on borrowed time.
That time ain't coming soon though because as of right now it's mostly the turbos in the service dept. 😂
Why this engines gets so little miles on theme.... my eclipse 97 has 270.000 miles and still strong
Why not keep the V6 and put the turbo on the V6?
only downside is they only do the 2.0 turbo in automatic - no manual transmission option :(
True, reason is that when this engine was designed for the Alfa Giulia, a manual was never in the plans due to emission standards, coupled with the reduced demand for manuals in Europe. When Jeep adapted the engine for the Wrangler, cost benefits analysis probably showed it wasn't worth it... Sensible manufacturers these days..
I have the opportunity to buy a 2020 2.0 turbo with 96k miles. Do it or NO?! Thank you!
Hw can i get it in Kampala Uganda east Africa
I think its so interesting that TFL, mainly the son, has been recommending the V6 instead. Have you done a review on the V6 etorque? I would love to have the diesel instead but the ADBlue or Def is a downer to have to keep buying that crap to keep it running. I would still love a manual!
My 22 2L Grand Cherokee engine completely failed after 600 miles. 2 months to replace. Not happy with this engine.
Is this premium fuel only? I'm currently looking at one used with 18k miles for $41k.
I get 26 average mph with my 4cyl 2018 .I have 50,000 miles on it.I started out using Premium but then Jeep said regular was fine.It runs great on regular .I have had no maintenance except oil and filter changes from the dealer.I believe the engine is made in Italy at the Alfa Romeo factory in Treviso ,Italy.
Depends on vehicle. If its able to run cheap gas. If you use low octane fuel it will decrease the hp
i get 23-24 mpg in my willy’s 2.0