Each year, the vaunted Kelley Blue Book recognizes winners of its coveted ‘5-Year Cost to Own’ award. When car buyers purchase a vehicle, they may not always calculate into the purchase price the long term costs and rates of appreciation that can impact a vehicle’s resale value. Kelley Blue Book undertakes a sophisticated calculation to arrive at its annual lists of ‘5-Year Cost to Own’ awards, which is an invaluable resource with powerful insights that can bolster an intrepid car buyer.
This year, the 2019 Jeep Wrangler received Kelley’s award in the Best Off-Road/SUV Crossover category. With a sophisticated mix of off-road capabilities, engine prowess, and modern technology offerings, it’s easy to see why the Wrangler is a smart choice for ownership longevity and resale capability. Let’s explore some of the Wrangler’s impressive features.
Capability
Each Wrangler boasts the coveted Trail Rated badge, a testament to the rigorous tests in harsh conditions that it passes with flying colors. The 2019 Wrangler easily conquers even the most intensive conditions to get you and your passengers safely to your destination. The Wrangler is built with generous ground clearance to easily navigate obstacles like logs or large rocks and keep you going along on your way.
If you encounter high water levels, rest assured that you’ll make it through with the Wrangler’s high air intake, sealed electrical connections, and moisture-resistant openings. These thoughtful components ensure that you will remain dry in the face of unexpected rainstorms or stream crossings.
The Wrangler’s Selec-Trac 4×4 system analyzes the road conditions and automatically switches from 2-wheel drive to 4-wheel drive depending on its read of the road ahead. This system takes the guesswork out of the decision-making process, providing continuous traction in conditions when you need it most.
Connectivity
With the 2019 Jeep Wrangler, it’s easy to stay connected to the world from the comfort of your driver’s seat. Jeep’s Uconnect 4C NAV system has won awards for its oversized 8.4-inch interactive touchscreen interface loaded with Apple CarPlay support, Android auto integration and Bluetooth connectivity.
With the optional 4G Wi-Fi Hotspot, your Wrangler becomes a mobile connectivity platform offering high-speed internet to you and your passengers on car rides local and long distance. You may also opt to select Jeep’s optional navigation system that guides you smoothly from point A to point B while locating gas stations, restaurants, and ATMs along your route.
Safety
Potential car buyers will find great comfort in the many safety features of the 2019 Jeep Wrangler. When you’re conquering the open road, conditions can arise that might prove too challenging and unsafe for many cars. Not so for the Wrangler, which is equipped with such options as the available Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path Detection tools that alert you of other vehicles in your path.
The Wrangler’s tire pressure monitoring system keeps your tires properly inflated for a more efficient, safe, and secure ride. And if you’re relying on the heft of the Wrangler to tow a boat or trailer, take comfort with the trailer Sway Control that applies pressure on the brakes as needed to keep you on course. Test out the power of the Wrangler with a test drive today!
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