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2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ MPG & fuel economy

The 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ is a SUV offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 17 MPG combined (16 city / 19 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 14 to 17 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2004 model. Among 76 SUVs rated for 2005, it ranks 37th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,735 a year to fuel.

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Combined 17 MPG 16 MPG city · 19 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,735 15,000 mi/yr · $18.24 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2005 #37 of 76 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway198.112.4
Combined177.213.8

How it ranks among 2005 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid29 MPG $1,603
  2. 2Ford Escape24 MPG $1,938
  3. 3Mazda Tribute24 MPG $1,938
  4. 4Subaru Legacy/Outback23 MPG $2,022
  5. 5Toyota RAV423 MPG $2,022
  6. 37Jeep Wrangler/TJ17 MPG $2,735
  7. 76Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2005 Wrangler/TJOther SUVsClass median: $2,821/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Wrangler/TJ MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual
Wrangler/TJ 4WD		 Gas 16 MPG 19 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD/AWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
Wrangler/TJ 4WD		 Gas 13 MPG 17 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
4WD/AWD · 4.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Wrangler/TJ 4WD		 Gas 13 MPG 16 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.4L 4-cyl
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
4WD/AWD
Tailpipe CO₂
523 g/mi

2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Blazer 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs Nissan Pathfinder 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs Nissan Xterra 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda Pilot 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota 4Runner 18 MPG · $2,583/yr 4Runner saves $152/yr vs Suzuki Grand Vitara 18 MPG · $2,583/yr Grand Vitara saves $152/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ?

Up to 17 MPG combined (16 city / 19 highway); ratings range from 14 to 17 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ?

The 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ's fuel average is 7.2 km/L (13.8 L/100 km), or 17 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ per year?

About $2,735 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $18.24 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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