2021 Jeep Wrangler EPA Fuel Economy Summary

The 2021 Jeep Wrangler delivers an EPA-certified 14–25 MPG combined (13–22 city / 17–29 highway depending on engine and drivetrain) across 12 configurations. Hybrid variants achieve up to 21 MPG combined, compared to 25 MPG for standard gasoline trims. Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models offer up to 22 miles of all-electric range at 49 MPGe. Estimated annual fuel costs range from $2,650 to $5,450.

Combined MPG
14–25 MPG
55% city / 45% highway weighted
City MPG
13–22 MPG
Stop-and-go urban cycle
Highway MPG
17–29 MPG
Sustained open-highway test
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,650–5,450
EPA estimate @ 15,000 miles/yr

2021 Jeep Wrangler Powertrain & Efficiency Comparison

Factual efficiency differences across gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric variants

Internal Combustion

Standard Gasoline Trims

14–25 MPG Combined

Annual Fuel Cost: $2,650–$5,450 (9 configurations)

Gas-Electric Hybrid

Hybrid (HEV) Trims

21–21 MPG Combined

Annual Fuel Cost: $2,950–$2,950 (Saves ~$-300/yr vs gas)

Plug-In Hybrid

Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV)

22 mi EV Range • 49 MPGe

Gasoline Combined: 20 MPG • Annual Energy Cost: $3,100

Official EPA Fuel Economy Ratings by Configuration (12 Variants)

Laboratory certification test values across engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutations

Configuration / Model Powertrain Drivetrain Transmission City Highway Combined EV Range Annual Fuel Cost CO2 (g/mi)
Wrangler 4dr EcoDiesel 4WD Diesel 3L Turbo-Diesel 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 8-spd 22 MPG 29 MPG 25 MPG — $3,200 —
Wrangler 2dr 4WD Regular 2L 4-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 8-spd 22 MPG 24 MPG 23 MPG — $2,650 —
Wrangler Rubic 4dr EcoDiesel 4WD Diesel 3L Turbo-Diesel 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 8-spd 21 MPG 26 MPG 23 MPG — $3,450 —
Wrangler 4dr 4WD Regular 2L 4-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 8-spd 21 MPG 24 MPG 22 MPG — $2,800 —
Wrangler 2dr 4WD Regular 3.6L Hybrid 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 8-spd 20 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,950 —
Wrangler 4dr 4WD Regular 3.6L Hybrid 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 8-spd 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,950 —
Wrangler 4dr 4xe Regular Gas and Electricity 2L Plug-in Hybrid 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 8-spd 52 MPGe (20 MPG) 45 MPGe (20 MPG) 49 MPGe (20 MPG) 22 mi $3,100 —
Wrangler 2dr 4WD Regular 3.6L 6-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Manual 6-spd 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $3,100 —
Wrangler 2dr 4WD Regular 3.6L 6-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 8-spd 18 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $3,100 —
Wrangler 4dr 4WD Regular 3.6L 6-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 8-spd 18 MPG 22 MPG 20 MPG — $3,100 —
Wrangler 4dr 4WD Regular 3.6L 6-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Manual 6-spd 17 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $3,250 —
Wrangler 4dr 4WD Premium 6.4L 8-Cyl Gas 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 8-spd 13 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $5,450 —
EPA Test Methodology: Fuel economy estimates are determined by vehicle manufacturers in accordance with EPA regulations (40 CFR Part 600) and verified by EPA laboratories. Estimates assume 15,000 miles per year of driving (55% city, 45% highway) at prevailing fuel and electricity prices.

Deterministic Fuel Cost & Consumption Benchmarks

Standardized annual energy consumption and operating cost metrics based on 15,000 annual miles

Fuel Cost per 25 Miles

$3.50–$6.25

Based on $3.50 per gallon regular gasoline

Annual Fuel Consumption

600–1071 Gallons

Estimated annual energy units needed for 15,000 miles

5-Year Fuel Cost vs Avg Vehicle

Official EPA Benchmark

Compared to the average new vehicle over 5 years

Related Official Reports for 2021 Jeep Wrangler

Cross-reference safety ratings, owner defect complaints, and recall campaigns

Official US Government Data Provenance

Fuel economy ratings, electric range figures, and energy cost estimates on this page are retrieved directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy (FuelEconomy.gov) certified vehicle database.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.