Does the 2026 Jeep Wrangler need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the 4 Door Sport 4WD.
- Regular: 11 of 15 trims. Premium: 4 of 15 trims.
- Premium by choice: $379 more a year.
- 52% of 138 SUVs (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Door Sport 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 4 Door Willys 41 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| 4 Door Willys 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 85th Anniversary 4 Door 4x4 | 3.6L | Regular | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| America 250 4 Door 4x4 | 3.6L | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| California Edition 4 Door 4x4 | 3.6L | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| Rewind 4 Door 4x4 | 3.6L | Regular | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| 4 Door Sport S 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 4 Door 85th Anniversary Edition 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| 4 Door Sahara 4WD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| 4 Door Rubicon 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 4 Door Rubicon X 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| 4 Door Sport RHD 4WD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| 4 Door Willys 392 4WD | 6.4L 8cyl | Premium | 14 | $2,743 | $3,257 |
| 4 Door Moab 392 4WD | 6.4L 8cyl | Premium | 14 | $2,743 | $3,257 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Jeep Wrangler | 4 Door Sport 4WD | Regular |
| 2026 Ford Bronco | Base Style 4WD | Premium |
| 2026 Jeep Gladiator | Sport 4WD | Regular |
| 2026 Toyota 4Runner | SR5 2WD | Regular |
| 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee | Laredo 4x2 | Regular |
| 2026 Ford Bronco Sport | Badlands 4WD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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