FACE OFF! Which Jeep Wrangler Has The BETTER Face? Wrangler JK? All-new JL?

It was a long time coming but, finally, the Jeep Wrangler has an all-new generation. Called the JL, it is a big change from the last-generation JK.

Although it may look similar, it is a departure. And we know this because AutoSpies' head honcho, Agent 001, is a massive fan of Wranglers and he's driven both. Not to mention he's owned a bunch, starting from when he was young to present day.

Jeep JK vs. JL

Much like other vehicles with a massive following (e.g., the Chevrolet Corvette, the Porsche 911), the Wrangler is always under immense scrutiny. Whenever any changes happen, it's bound to piss off some people while delighting newcomers to the party.

The JL is no different.

That said though, Agent 001 did something very wise when cruising the San Diego streets. He parked his all-new JL next to a late model JK. Considering both are in white and in similar specification — non-painted fenders and all — it seems like the perfect, fair and balanced, comparison.

So, WHICH generation has the better look? Do you think the JK takes it? Or, is the JL the one to have?

Spies, discuss!


Jeep JK vs. JL

MDarringer - 3/24/2018 3:10:35 PM

-2 Boost

This is turning out to be a mild makeover like the new Ram is to the old one.

TomM - 3/24/2018 7:00:29 PM

+2 Boost

From anything more than about 10 feet - it is really hard to tell the difference between these cars - which is what FCA apparently does - and have done with a number of car updates (Like the 300).

Eventually Jeep will not be able to run away from it place on the lists of least reliable vehicles. WHile it may take time - it will happen

MDarringer - 3/24/2018 8:21:47 PM

-2 Boost

Having seen a JK and JL at the dealer, the amount of carry over is MASSIVE. So massive in fact that you could easily say the JL is a restyle job and be nearly accurate.

That said, I happen to like the JL and may get one. I turned my Mustang over as a CPO so I'm shopping again.

Ozbloke1970 - 11/26/2018 11:03:29 PM

+1 Boost

The JL has lost it , I have owned T.J. Jk but the JL has lost its Rugged look
Looks more like somthing that was designed for getting groceries
I think the only thing that would convinces me to move too a JL would be the release of the 3L Diesel
There’s not enough In it to get me to do a trade in !
Sorry Jeep