2006 Jeep TJ SE review from North America
"Basic, raw, go anywhere transportation"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Water leaks when it rains. I have the hard doors and a soft top. I had both door seals replaced, and still had leaks. Took it back and they adjusted (bent) the doors. It appears to have helped.
Power is so-so. You have to anticipate what the road ahead requires and be in the right gear.
Shifter is a little noisy and notchy feeling, but it works just fine.
Dealers service manager has not been friendly. The guys at the body shop were great! My salesman hooked me up with a loaner.
General comments?
Fuel economy is great! I have been getting 20-22mpg… just driving around 50% hi-way 50% city. That is excellent for a 4x4!
The I-4 has gotten me over the mountain and through the woods on several of the local dirt roads. Nothing extreme, my wife’s Camry could have done just as well, but the Jeep is a whole lot more fun.
The suspension is wonderful, nothing like my college buddies old CJ. It has great street manners, and while driving around on my property, I have been able to go anywhere there has not been a tree in my way.
Real off road abilities, I have not tested this yet, but will in less than 2 weeks. I am counting the days till the Ouachita Jeep Jamboree! I would like to see how my I-4 stacks up against the I-6’s.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 2006 |
| Year of manufacture | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4-liter I4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 280 miles |
| Most recent distance | 1800 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Pickup |
| Date of Entry | 18th October, 2006 |