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Jeep Wrangler vs Mercury Mariner

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 Jeep Wrangler

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2011 Mercury Mariner

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Overview

SpecJeep WranglerSportMercury MarinerBase
Selected trimSportBase
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfour wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed manual6-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272011

Pricing & market

SpecJeep WranglerSportMercury MarinerBase
MSRP$36,635$23,565 (best)
Lowest listing price$28,587 (best)—
Median listing price$50,872 (best)—
Highest listing price$75,925 (best)—
For sale now51 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecJeep WranglerSportMercury MarinerBase
Combined MPG19 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG17 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG23 MPG28 MPG (best)
Fuel tank17.5 gal (best)16.5 gal

Performance

SpecJeep WranglerSportMercury MarinerBase
Horsepower285 hp (best)171 hp
Torque260 lb-ft (best)171 lb-ft
Engine size3.6 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecJeep WranglerSportMercury MarinerBase
Seating4 seats5 seats (best)
Doors25 (best)
Cargo volume31.7 cu ft66.3 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,000 lbs3,500 lbs (best)
Payload—1,059 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,012 lbs3,341 lbs (best)
Ground clearance9.7 in (best)8.4 in
Wheelbase96.8 in103.1 in (best)
Length166.8 in175.2 in (best)
Width73.9 in (best)71.1 in
Height73.6 in (best)68 in

Safety & recalls

SpecJeep WranglerSportMercury MarinerBase
NHTSA overall—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—2 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimJeep WranglerMercury Mariner
1

Sport

$36,635 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$23,565 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport

$39,640 MSRP

Base

$30,115 MSRP

3

Sport S

$39,785 MSRP

Base

$25,315 MSRP

4

Sport S

$42,040 MSRP

Base

$31,865 MSRP

5

Willys

$43,855 MSRP

Premier

$25,635 MSRP

6

Willys

$46,235 MSRP

Premier

$27,385 MSRP

7

Rubicon

$46,710 MSRP

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8

Rubicon

$51,135 MSRP

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9

Sport RHD

$50,390 MSRP

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10

Sahara

$51,410 MSRP

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11

Rewind

$51,535 MSRP

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12

Rubicon X

$56,560 MSRP

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13

Rubicon X

$61,230 MSRP

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14

Willys 392

$69,995 MSRP

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15

Moab 392

$79,995 MSRP

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Live inventory

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Jeep Wrangler vs Mercury Mariner FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Jeep Wrangler vs 2011 Mercury Mariner on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Mercury Mariner starts lower at $23,565. Live Jeep Wrangler listings start at $28,587.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
The 2011 Mercury Mariner leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,565).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
The 2011 Mercury Mariner leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
The 2027 Jeep Wrangler leads on horsepower in this comparison (470).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Jeep Wrangler vs 2011 Mercury Mariner?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mercury Mariner (3/5 NHTSA overall).