Rubicon 2-door 4WD
What the Rubicon 2-door adds over the Sport 2-door
| Spec | Sport 2-door | Rubicon 2-door |
|---|---|---|
| Rear brake diameter | 328 mm | 342 mm |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4003 lbs | 4371 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4003 lbs | 4309 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 9.7 in | 10.8 in |
| Front suspension type | Solid axle, link coil, leading arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar | Solid axle, link coil, leading arms, track bar, coil springs, electronic sway-bar disconnect |
| Tire size | P245/75R17 | LT285/70R17C |
| Wheel material | steel | Machined cast aluminum with black pockets |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 2.0-Liter Turbo I-4 Engine (270 hp), Dana 44 HD Full Float rear axle, Electronic sway-bar disconnect system, LT285/70R17C on/off-road black sidewall tires (BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2), Machined cast aluminum wheels with black pockets, 17 x 7.5 in., NV241OR Rock-Trac Transfer Case (part-time, 4.0:1 low range), Tru-Lok electronic locking front differential, Tru-Lok electronic locking rear differential
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 330 mm |
| Front brake type | vented rotor |
| Rear brake diameter | 342 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid rotor |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 72.4 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 31.7 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 103.7 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 10.8 in |
| Overall height | 73.6 in |
| Overall length | 166.8 in |
| Overall width | 73.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 96.8 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 3604 cc |
| Fuel injection system | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.6-liter Pentastar 60-degree V-type liquid-cooled |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 285 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 17 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 19 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 23 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.5 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.8 in |
| Third-row headroom | 40.3 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.2 in |
| Third-row legroom | 35.7 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 4 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 55.8 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 57.7 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electro-hydraulic power |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 32.7 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Solid axle, link coil, leading arms, track bar, coil springs, electronic sway-bar disconnect |
| Rear suspension type | Solid axle, link coil, trailing arms, track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | LT285/70R17C |
Transmission
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | manual |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4371 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4309 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | Machined cast aluminum with black pockets |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety3 std · 0 opt
- All-speed Traction Control
- Electronic Stability Control
- Four-wheel Anti-lock Brakes
Exterior2 std · 1 opt
- LT285/70R17C on/off-road black sidewall tires (BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2)
- Machined cast aluminum wheels with black pockets, 17 x 7.5 in.
- LT315/70R17C on/off-road black sidewall tires (BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2) optional
Powertrain6 std · 1 opt
- 2.0-Liter Turbo I-4 Engine (270 hp)
- 850RE Automatic Eight-Speed Overdrive Transmission
- Engine Stop-Start (ESS)
- NV241OR Rock-Trac Transfer Case (part-time, 4.0:1 low range)
- Tru-Lok electronic locking front differential
- Tru-Lok electronic locking rear differential
- MP3022OR Rock-Trac Transfer Case (full-time, 4.0:1 low range) optional
Chassis4 std · 0 opt
- Dana 44 HD Full Float rear axle
- Electro-hydraulic power steering
- Electronic sway-bar disconnect system
- High-pressure gas-charged monotube shock absorbers
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2027 Wrangler. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Rubicon 2-door
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2027 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2-door add over the Sport 2-door?
Against the Sport 2-door, 8 features become standard that the Sport 2-door does not and 7 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.