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The Jeep Wrangler is the Most Fun You Can Have in a Slow Car

Muscle car enthusiasts and exotic car collectors might argue that the only time you can have fun in a car is when you’re going fast. While you won’t expect to be going 1000 mph, you’ll feel especially slow behind the wheel of a Jeep Wrangler. Regardless, Jeep owners know that you don’t have to go …

Muscle car enthusiasts and exotic car collectors might argue that the only time you can have fun in a car is when you’re going fast. While you won’t expect to be going 1000 mph, you’ll feel especially slow behind the wheel of a Jeep Wrangler. Regardless, Jeep owners know that you don’t have to go fast on the pavement to have a good time, and off-road enthusiasts might even tell you that it’s the most fun you can have without going incredibly fast.

Overlanding

Some drivers might enjoy going a little too fast down the highway, but others prefer to take the road less taken. If you enjoy unpaved backroads and muddy side trails, having a Jeep Wrangler can help you experience it all. In fact, as long as you aren’t trespassing, it can be a lot safer than speeding down the highway, and it’s not illegal, like street racing.

A photo of the 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 on the road.
2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 | FCA

Endless possibilities

There are plenty of SUVs and even some cars that can tackle some impressive side roads, but the Wrangler has a well-established reputation for dominating even the most intimidating off-road trails. That makes it a versatile option for a fun but slow vehicle. Want to tackle some muddy trails? Jeep Wrangler. Want to climb a rocky mountainside? Jeep Wrangler. Want to get into a Fast and Furious style street race? Definitely not a Jeep Wrangler.

Jeep Wrangler off-road in a rocky western setting.
Wrangler TJ | John B. Carnett/Bonnier Corporation, Getty Images

Affectionately modified Jeep Wranglers

Part of what Jeep owners love about their Wranglers is that there is so much aftermarket support for them. Whether you want to do performance modifications that enhance your off-road experience or want to customize it with some cosmetic upgrades, the Jeep Community has a ton of options. In fact, it is one of the most widely modified SUVs on the market.

A photo of the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept outdoors.
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept | FCA

While no one would claim that a Jeep Wrangler is fast, that doesn’t mean it isn’t fun. It is easy to see why so many people not only enjoy driving their Wranglers. If you enjoy dirty paths and rocky roads, this might be a vehicle you find even more fun than a standard sports car.

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