The Jeep Wrangler YJ is the first generation Wrangler offered by Jeep. The YJ comes directly from Jeep’s CJ-7, with some small updates for improved comfort, handling, and safety.
The Wrangler YJ came with 3 different engines – the AMC 4.2L I6, AMC 4.0L I6, and AMC 2.5L I4. The 4.2L was only available until 1990, with the 4.0L becoming available in 1991.
To increase safety and to ease drivers, the Wrangler YJ came with trackbar suspension links and stabilizer bars for improved handling and cornering. This was important, since earlier CJ’s had been rumored to be more likely to flip than a normal vehicle and could’ve put a lot of people off.
| Engine | Year | Transmission |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5L AMC Straight-4 | 1987-1995 1994-1995 | 5-speed AX5 (standard) 3-speed 30RH (automatic) |
| 4.2L AMC Straight-6 | 1987-1990 1987-1989 1989-1990 | 3-speed A999 (automatic) 5-speed BA-10 (standard) 5-speed AX15 (standard) |
| 4.0L AMC Straight-6 | 1991 1991-1995 1991-1995 | 3-speed A999 (automatic) 3-speed 32RH (automatic) 5-speed AX15 (standard) |
Specifications
| Curb Weight | 2,855-3,241lb |
| Wheelbase | 93.4in |
| Length | 1986-89: 152.6in 1989-92: 153in 1992-95: 151.9in |
| Width | 66in |
| Height | 1993-1995: 71.9in 1986-1992 ST: 72in 1986-1992 HT: 69.6in |
