2026 Jeep Wrangler in Durham, NC
Legendary Since 1941Trail Rated
Sport Durst Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM -- Durham, NC
Trail Rated -- Every Single Trim
Jeep
Wrangler
2026 -- Legendary. Open-Air. Unstoppable.
$33,785*
Starting MSRP
285hp
3.6L V6
375hp
4xe Hybrid
5,000lb
Max Towing
Durham's Jeep Headquarters
The One SUV
No One Imitates
Standard and Available Safety Features Most Technologically Advanced Wrangler Ever Built
Every Trim -- Standard Trail Rated Badge Tested in 5 categories: traction, water fording, ground clearance, articulation, maneuverability
Durham is a city that moves fast and thinks independently -- which is probably why Jeep Wranglers are such a common sight on Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, on the trails at Eno River State Park, and loaded up for weekend runs to Uwharrie National Forest. The Wrangler doesn't apologize for what it is: open-air, capable, loud, and built for people who have places to be that Google Maps doesn't know about.
The 2026 version is the most refined yet. A 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen is now standard on every single trim -- yes, even the base Sport. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard. And if you want to shrink your gas bill significantly while actually gaining off-road torque, the 4xe plug-in hybrid is the most compelling Wrangler powertrain available.
Sport Durst stocks a wide range of Wrangler configurations, from the no-nonsense Sport to the fully-equipped Rubicon X. Come by our showroom off I-40, or call us at 919-808-4529 to find out what we have on the lot today.
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Open Air.
Any Terrain.
Rubicon Hero
4-Door Sport
Open-Air Freedom
Rock Crawling
Beach Ready
Rubicon X 4-Door
Uconnect 5 -- 12.3" Display
Available LED Headlamps
Powertrain
Choose Your
Power
Three engines. Every one a 4x4. Every one Trail Rated.
Standard Powertrain
Gas -- V6
3.6L Pentastar V6
285hp
Horsepower
260lb-ft
Torque
The proven V6 paired with a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic. Best-in-Class available crawl ratio of 100:1 on Rubicon with manual. Rated up to 5,000 lb towing on 4-door Rubicon. Solid choice for trail duty and daily driving alike. Around 17 city / 23 highway MPG (2-door, manual).
Turbocharged Option
Gas -- Turbo I-4
2.0L Turbo I-4
270hp
Horsepower
295lb-ft
Torque
More low-end torque than the V6, which makes it a strong trail engine. Pairs only with the 8-speed automatic. Slightly better fuel economy in mixed driving. Available on Sahara and other trims. Also rated to 5,000 lb towing on compatible builds.
Plug-In Hybrid
4xe PHEV
Wrangler 4xe
375hp
Combined
470lb-ft
Combined Torque
The most torque-rich Wrangler available -- and the most efficient. 31 miles of all-electric range covers most daily Durham commutes without burning a drop of gas. 49 MPGe combined. For RTP commuters who also want to trail-run Uwharrie on weekends, this is the smartest Wrangler to buy.
All 2026 Wranglers are 4x4. Command-Trac part-time 4x4 on Sport/Willys/Sahara; Rock-Trac 4x4 on Rubicon models. Every trim carries the Trail Rated badge.
5,000lb
Max Towing
10.8in
Ground Clearance (Rubicon)
33.6in
Water Fording (Rubicon)
100:1
Crawl Ratio (Best in Class, Rubicon Manual)
Open-Air Freedom
Take the Roof Off. Take the Doors Off.
America's best-selling open-air vehicle earns that title with a removable roof, removable doors, and a fold-down windshield that lets you experience the trail -- and the parking lot, the farmer's market, the NC 86 scenic corridor -- on completely different terms. Multiple top options (soft top, hard top, sky one-touch) let you customize how much of the outside you let in.
- Removable and Foldable Soft Top, Hard Top, and Sky One-Touch Options
- Removable Doors -- Both 2-door and 4-door Configurations
- Fold-Down Windshield
- America's Best-Selling Open-Air Vehicle
- Available in 2-Door (166.8") and 4-Door (188.4") Body Styles
Trail Capability
Rubicon Hardware. Trail Ready.
The Rubicon isn't just a trim level -- it's a factory off-road build that most competitors would need aftermarket parts to match. Front and rear electronic locking differentials, front sway bar disconnect, 33-inch Mud-Terrain tires, rock rails, and red tow hooks come standard. And if that's not enough, an available 35-inch tire package with lift is a factory option.
- Rock-Trac 4x4 with 4:1 Low Transfer Case (Rubicon)
- Front and Rear Electronic Locking Differentials
- Front Sway Bar Disconnect
- 33-Inch Mud-Terrain Tires Standard on Rubicon
- Available 35-Inch Tire Package with Suspension Lift
- Red Tow Hooks and Rock Rails Standard on Rubicon
Heritage Trim
Willys: The Trail DNA Trim
If you want serious off-road hardware without climbing to Rubicon pricing, the Willys trim is the answer. It adds off-road-tuned suspension, 32-inch MT tires, steel rock rails, and a Willys-specific off-road package on top of the Sport's already trail-ready foundation. The Wrangler's WWII heritage runs through every Willys badge.
- Off-Road Suspension Tuning
- 32-Inch Mud-Terrain Tires
- Steel Rock Rails -- Standard
- Heavy-Duty Dana 44 Rear Axle (Willys 4-Door)
- Available in 2-Door and 4-Door
- Best Value Trail-Ready Wrangler
Interior
Built Tough. Surprisingly Comfortable.
The Wrangler's interior has always been honest about what it is -- washable, trail-ready, and built to get dirty. On the 4-door, best-in-class rear-seat headroom and legroom mean passengers have room, whether you are heading to Jordan Lake or loading gear for a long weekend. Available heated 12-way power front seats and a heated steering wheel make winter drives on US-70 genuinely comfortable.
- Best-in-Class Rear Seat Head Room and Leg Room (4-Door)
- Up to 72.4 cu ft of Cargo Volume (4-Door, Rear Seats Folded)
- Available Heated 12-Way Power Front Seats
- Available Heated Steering Wheel
- Washable Interior Surfaces -- Drain Plugs Standard
- Available Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces (Rubicon X)
Technology
Most Advanced
Wrangler Ever Built
A 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen is now standard on every trim. This isn't a stripped-down base screen -- it is the same platform used across the Jeep lineup.
Infotainment
Uconnect 5 -- 12.3"
Standard on every single 2026 Wrangler trim. Large, weather-resistant touchscreen with fast response and an intuitive layout designed to be used with gloves on the trail.
- 12.3-Inch Touchscreen -- Standard on All Trims
- Wireless Apple CarPlay -- Standard
- Wireless Android Auto -- Standard
- SiriusXM with 360L -- Standard
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot -- Standard
- Uconnect 5 NAV with Built-In GPS -- Available
Off-Road Tools
Trail Tech
The Wrangler's technology is built for what happens after the pavement ends. Off-Road Pages give you real-time readouts of pitch, roll, steering angle, and lockers -- all on the main screen.
- Available Off-Road Pages Package
- Adventures Guide with GPS Trail Log
- Front and Rear Axle Locker Status Display
- Pitch and Roll Gauge On-Screen
- Available 360-Degree Camera System (Rubicon X)
- Available Selec-Speed Control for Trail Driving
Connected
Driver Interface
Available 7-inch Digital Cluster Display alongside the standard 3.5-inch driver info screen. Remote vehicle functions through the Jeep app on compatible devices.
- Standard 3.5-Inch Driver Information Display
- Available 7-Inch Full Digital Cluster
- Available LED Interior Ambient Lighting
- Remote Start -- Available via Convenience Group
- Available Auxiliary Switch Bank (Rubicon) -- 7 Switches
- Pushbutton Start -- Standard
Safety
85+ Safety Features.
Standard and Available.
The 2026 Wrangler is the most technologically advanced Wrangler ever -- and that includes safety. Worth noting: the Wrangler has fewer advanced driver-assist features than some traditional SUVs, which is an honest trade-off for its open-air architecture. But what it offers, it offers well.
Standard
Backup Camera
Rearview camera activates every time you shift into reverse. Standard on all 2026 Wrangler trims -- useful in tight spots in Durham's older neighborhoods or when parallel parking near Ninth Street.
Standard
Trailer Sway Damping
When towing -- say, a camper on US-64 toward Jordan Lake -- the system detects trailer sway and applies selective braking to bring things back into control before you have to.
Available
Forward Collision Warning
Available with Active Braking through the Safety Group. Monitors the road ahead and applies brakes automatically if an imminent collision is detected.
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Available through the Safety Group. Lane changes on I-40 or NC-147 through downtown Durham are more confident knowing the system is watching your blind zones.
Available
ParkSense Rear Parking
Available through the Safety Group. Audible and visual cues help you park a full-size Wrangler in spaces that weren't quite designed for it.
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Available on higher trims. Maintains your set speed and gap on highway stretches -- I-85 to Raleigh, I-40 west toward Hillsborough -- reducing driver fatigue on longer runs.
Trim Lineup
Five Trims.
Two Body Styles.
Every one is a 4x4. Every one is Trail Rated. Choose by how far you push it.
Sport
$33,785* 2-Door
- 3.6L V6 or 2.0T -- 4x4
- 12.3" Uconnect 5 -- Standard
- Trail Rated -- Standard
Rubicon
$44,765* 2-Door
- Rock-Trac 4x4 + Lockers
- 33" MT Tires -- Sway Bar Disconnect
- Available 4xe PHEV
Rubicon X
$54,715* 2-Door
- Full Tech + Safety Groups Standard
- Nappa Leather -- Heated Seats
- 360-Degree Camera Standard
*MSRP for 2-door configuration. 4-door models start approximately $3,200 higher. Sahara trim also available -- contact dealer for pricing. MSRP excludes destination and fees.
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Durham, NC 27707
(Off I-40 -- easy from RTP, Raleigh, and Chapel Hill)
Durham, NC 27707
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Straight Answers.
What is the starting price of the 2026 Jeep Wrangler?
The 2026 Wrangler starts at $33,785 MSRP for the 2-door Sport with the 3.6L V6 and 6-speed manual. The 4-door Sport starts at $36,990. The Rubicon 2-door is $44,765, and the fully-loaded Rubicon X 4-door starts around $59,220. The 4xe plug-in hybrid is available on Sport S, Sahara, and Rubicon trims, with pricing that starts higher but qualifies for significant federal tax credits. Call Sport Durst at 919-808-4529 for current pricing and what we have in stock today.
What engines are available in the 2026 Jeep Wrangler?
Three powertrains: the 3.6L Pentastar V6 (285 hp / 260 lb-ft), the 2.0L Turbo I-4 (270 hp / 295 lb-ft), and the 4xe plug-in hybrid (375 combined hp / 470 lb-ft combined torque). The 4xe adds a 31-mile all-electric range and a 49 MPGe rating. All pair with either a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic depending on trim. Every Wrangler is 4x4, full stop.
What does Trail Rated mean, and does every Wrangler have it?
Trail Rated is Jeep's own validation program -- not a marketing claim. Each vehicle is tested against five criteria: traction, water fording (how deep it can ford), maneuverability on tight trails, axle articulation, and ground clearance. Every 2026 Wrangler trim from the base Sport through the Rubicon X carries the Trail Rated badge. It means the vehicle has been tested and confirmed capable in all five categories, not just one or two.
Is the Wrangler practical as a daily driver in Durham?
The honest answer is: it depends on your priorities. The 4-door seats five and carries 72.4 cubic feet of cargo with rear seats folded. The 2.0T gets around 22-24 MPG on the highway. What you're trading off is some highway noise -- wind and road noise are higher than in a traditional SUV, especially with aggressive tires. On the other hand, if you want to go from a Durham coffee run to a trail in Uwharrie on the same Saturday, no other vehicle gives you that combination. The 4xe is particularly compelling for commuters: 31 miles of electric range covers most in-town driving, and you get the full trail capability on weekends.
What is the Wrangler 4xe and is it worth it?
The 4xe is a plug-in hybrid -- a 2.0L turbo paired with two electric motors. It delivers 375 hp and 470 lb-ft of combined torque, making it the most powerful gas Wrangler in the lineup. For Durham drivers who charge at home each night, the 31-mile EV range covers most daily errands and work trips without burning gas. The 49 MPGe rating and potential federal EV tax credit make the higher sticker price less dramatic than it first appears. Available on Sport S, Sahara, and Rubicon trims.
Can I take a Wrangler off-road near Durham?
Yes. Uwharrie National Forest -- about 90 minutes southwest on US-220 -- has dedicated off-road trails from beginner-friendly gravel to serious technical rock sections that will challenge even a Rubicon. Closer to Durham, Eno River State Park has unpaved access roads and backcountry terrain. Pilot Mountain State Park, Jordan Lake's forest roads, and the fire roads along the Blue Ridge Parkway (roughly 2.5 hours on US-421 toward Boone) are all popular Wrangler destinations for Triangle drivers. Ask our team at Sport Durst for local trail recommendations.
What safety features does the 2026 Wrangler include?
Standard on all trims: backup camera, traction control, trailer sway damping, and theft deterrent. Available through the Safety Group: Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path Detection, ParkSense rear parking sensors, and automatic high beams. The Rubicon X includes most of these as standard equipment. It's worth noting: the Wrangler has fewer standard advanced driver-assist features than some conventional SUVs -- the open-air architecture creates limitations -- but the available Safety Group covers the most important bases.
Does the 2026 Wrangler have Apple CarPlay and a large screen?
Yes -- a 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen is standard on every 2026 Wrangler trim, including the base Sport. Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are also standard across the lineup. You do not need to buy up to a mid-range trim to get a full-size, capable infotainment system. Higher trims and the available Technology Group add Uconnect 5 NAV with built-in GPS navigation for when you're off-grid with no cell service.
What is the difference between the Rubicon and Rubicon X?
The Rubicon X takes the full Rubicon off-road hardware -- Rock-Trac 4x4, electronic lockers, sway bar disconnect, 33-inch MT tires -- and bundles in the complete luxury and technology package as standard equipment. That means Uconnect 5 NAV with full GPS, 360-degree camera, Nappa leather heated and ventilated seats, heated steering wheel, and most available safety and convenience features come included rather than as add-on option groups. The 4-door Rubicon X starts around $59,220. If you were pricing a well-optioned Rubicon, the X is often a straightforward value case.
Can I schedule a test drive at Sport Durst without visiting in person?
Yes. Call us at 919-808-4529 or browse inventory at sportdurstchryslerjeepdodge.com to find the specific trim and configuration you want to try. We can schedule a test drive at our Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd location -- right off I-40, easy to reach from RTP, Raleigh, or Chapel Hill -- or talk through financing and pricing by phone or email first. Our team will give you straight answers on what's in stock and what's worth ordering.
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919-808-4529*MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title and registration fees. Starting price refers to base model; actual vehicle price varies by configuration. MPG estimates are EPA ratings. Trail Rated, Jeep, Uconnect, Rock-Trac, Command-Trac, Pentastar, Rubicon and Mopar are registered trademarks of FCA US LLC. 4xe range estimates are EPA ratings and may vary by driving conditions.