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1997 Jeep Wrangler SE

The 1997 Jeep Wrangler SE is a 120-hp 2.5-liter inline-4 with a manual 5-speed. It starts at $13,995 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.

It makes 120 horsepower at 5,250 rpm and 139 lb-ft of torque at 3250 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 19 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).

The Wrangler measures 151.8 inches long on a 93.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,092 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$13,995 ($28,339 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.5L AMC 150 OHV inline-4, sequential multi-point injection
Displacement2.5 L
Horsepower120 hp @ 5,250 rpm
Torque139 lb-ft @ 3250 rpm
ValvetrainOHV, 2 valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke98.4 x 81.0
Compression Ratio9.1:1
Injection TypeSequential multi-point fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive Type4-Wheel Drive
Transmission
TransmissionManual 5-speed
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway19 MPG
Combined18 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Tank Capacity15 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionCoil-spring solid axle
Rear SuspensionCoil-spring solid axle
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15-in.
Wheels Rear15-in.
Dimensions & Weight
Length151.8 in
Width66.7 in
Height68.9 in
Wheelbase93.4 in
Ground Clearance7.9 in
Curb Weight3,092 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40.9 in
Headroom Rear39.4 in
Legroom Front41.1 in
Legroom Rear34.9 in
Shoulder Room Front51.9 in
Shoulder Room Rear57.3 in
Hip Room Front51.1 in
Hip Room Rear51.1 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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