Only an eight-speed automatic is available for the engine.
According to the Jeep Wrangler 2020 price increase, the 3.0-liter diesel V6 engine will cost $6,000 more. JL Wrangler Forums Citing a dealer order sheet . Although the engine will add $4,000 to your bottom line, it will only be offered with the eight-speed auto that will cost an additional $2,000.
While the 3.0-liter V6 engine for the Wrangler Ecodiesel remains the same as that in the Ram 1500 Ram 1500, it has a different intake/exhaust. These tweaks resulted in 260 horsepower (194 Kilowatts) and 442 pounds-feet (602 Newton-meters). This is 38 lb-ft (52Nm) lower than the Ram.
All diesel-powered Wrangler trims come standard equipped with Dana 44 heavy duty axles. Except for the Rubicon, most versions have a 3.73 axle ratio. The fuel tank is 18-gallon.
It will be difficult to identify a Wrangler Ecodiesel from the street. Only the rear hatch has a small badge. You will need to look under the SUV to see the exhaust outlet, which is larger.
The Wrangler’s diesel engine is expected to be available before the end the year. Tow ratings and fuel economy are still not available. The powerplant will be joining the Gladiator pickup line in 2020 if you like the idea but want more utility.
Wrangler customers will have another choice of powertrain in 2020, when the plug-in hybrid option is available. However, there aren’t any details.