Just was wondering on the economy difference between a Sahara Unlimited and a Rubicon Unlimited? I can not find any 'solid' facts. Not that I am worried about the economy just don't want an absolute pig lol.

Thanks J

 

Well, sounds like you have an open mind as Jeeps do like their fuel. I have a 08 SaharaJKU auto, 3:73's stock (just as she was off the Toledo line). On the hwy @ 100Km/hr call it an honest 10L/100Kms, and that's with a soft top up and AC on. (Hey I was just testing, top is usually down which does not help consumption. In town it's aprox 12L/100 KM

I don't own a rubi, but they will be slightly worse due to the 4:10 gearing and M/T tires (less roll resistance) I'll let the rubi owners chime in.

Check this site lots of chat about MPG, biggest factor is the skinny pedel...go easy, stay our of the hammer lane....slow down enjoy the best ride out there.

Good luck

 

My 05 rubicon is no longer as you can see in my avatar. It was a pig on gas (stock 2 dr vehicle). I used between $35.00 - $50.00 per day around town driving - 200km avrg. I own two 2008 2 drs and 3 2010 2 drs all sports and one Sahara. Gas mileage is alot better than in Rubicon - I'd say I'm averaging $15.00 - $20.00 per day vs above.

 

I decided to go for the Rubicon , I figure you only live once and I would hate to buy the Sahara and want the Rubicon. Never really carded about fuel mileage just wanted to see if they are close.

 

Sorry to see what happened to your Rubi, as long as no one was hurt.

WOW I did the math that's 5 two door Jeeps. SWEET!

Good luck also to Deasoninc and your choice of getting the Rubi. You will not be disapointed, just we sure to wave.

 

I own a 2010 JKU Rubi. I get about 11.5-12 L/100 km highway, and 15-16L/100 km city. But I tend to be a bit heavy on the gas at times. I see you went with the Rubi. Wise choice. With a bit of common sense, when those front and rear lockers are locked, shes an aweful impressive rig for a stock. Have fun, and please take her offroad. She loves it!

 

Hey ! I'll soon be able to tell you about fuel milage. We're heading from our home in Gananoque ,On to Daytona Beach Fl. Google Earth 2058K for the drive. We're leaving here after the wifes work 4:30pm Feb 9th. We have a 09 Wrangler X , auto , soft top , 2" lift with 285/70/17 Goodyears. It has 20,000k on it and just from owning it for the short time we've had it I look for a gas station at about 350k. Anyhow , I'll keep you posted of our progress !!

 

Thanks for the input . Let me know how your trip turns out. I am pretty excited to start on the new Rubi.

 

My first choice was a Ruby but the one on the lot that was a year older and with 10 thousand k more plus the 5k more money we couldn't swing it. Our 09 with the lift and 19k was 23thousand taxes and everything. I don't think it was ever winter driven and definately not off-roaded as under it there was not a speck of dirt/dust even in little nooks and cranys !
Anyhow , just sitting here waiting for the 9th to get going ! Keep you posted here !

Terry

 

Just bought my 4dr Rubicon and I love it. The gas mileage isn't great but at least its better than it was in my 89 YJ. But I figured might as well get what I am going to love instead of what I am going to like.