Is The Wrangler 392 Worth the Extra Money Over a "Standard" Rubicon?

[@Unc0mmonSense]

Worth it. I have a '22 392XR. I wouldn't even consider a Jeep without the 392. I've always loved Jeeps, but thought they were underpowered. When the 392 came out, I had to have it. It is basically an American G Wagon. Puts a smile on my face every day.

[@drivenmad2089]

An American G wagon is definitely a good way to put it haha Enjoy man! Thanks for watching!

[@fariteymourtash7101]

totally agree with you. I used to listen to music all the time in my car. Ever since we bought the 392, I only listed to the faboulous exhaust sound-- that is the best music to my ear. This Jeep is a lot of fun and it brings smile to my face every time I drive it.

[@TheEmpowermentCoach]

Great video! I’m currently deciding between the two models, and I think it’s important to factor in the overall cost of ownership. The 392 comes with additional expenses like premium fuel, higher insurance rates, registration fees, and maintenance costs. So, it’s not just the $~25k price difference-you’re likely looking at an extra $3-5k in yearly expenses, depending on the state you live in and how much you drive. You also have to include sales tax. In California, my estimate is approximately $4,620 - $5,420 more annually in ownership costs for the 392 compared to the Extreme Recon. This doesn’t include the one-time sales tax difference of around $1,700. Over a 70-month period, that adds up to about $28,650 - $33,317 more in total costs.

[@2kviper877]

Love my 392. Like no other Jeep. The hemi gives the Jeep the brawn to match its tough looks.

[@drivenmad2089]

Yep it's awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@mowcowbell]

If you want the same torque (470ft/lb) but without the 12mpg on 91 octane, you can opt for the 4xe Rubicon or Sahara. I'm able to commute to work without using any gas, about 25 miles range per charge, 300 miles of range using the gas engine.

[@robertyoung8289]

My heavy Tacoma TRD PRO only gets 15mpg.

[@JeepYotaAdventure]

Great review! With my '23 392 XR on order, I'm sure hoping it's worth it. I had a 2016 JK Rubicon, so I'm willing to pay $20K more for a 392 Hemi with 4.56 factor gears and 35's. I also miss my LS3 Chevy SS. Hoping this will fill that void, plus I get an off road monster that's also a convertible. Seems to check all the boxes (except manual transmission). Thanks! Almost at 10K subs!! Good job!

[@drivenmad2089]

You'll love it! such a blast! it definitely won't handle as well as the SS but will definitely give a similar shove in the back! that kind of power in a jeep is just pure enjoyment! Thanks for watching!

[@ixibladeixi2639]

The only vehicle worth buying especially 2024 with all refined and improvements done to it.

[@jeepchronicles5644]

Yes…. If I could go one step further…. The 2024 (yes with the red seats) is the perfect jeep. Amazing power, decent fuel economy, enough luxury to make it plush but still rugged. 4.56 gears, full float axle and lockers, headlock capable wheels…. Oh yeah.

[@markcovington4761]

Great video as always pal keep up the great work

[@faisaldashti8145]

love it just replaced my jt with the 392 but the max speed is disappointing 90mph is not enough for me

[@qosmio2140]

I got the 392 XR top is 110mph

[@Pantovinator]

Yes if you’re looking for power. Will run you double that if swapped outside of factory and you keep warranty. However if you don’t care for power or 10 mpg then no.

[@risgio5312]

In US 80.000 usd in my country Netherlands cost 170.000 euro its a lot money for a v8 jeep a porche Cayenne cost 130.000 euro in Netherlands but i like jeeps 😁💪

[@astropioneer3296]

How do you pay for your life?

[@Lethal_Venom]

Glad my Terminator Cobra is not a common Mustang 🙂

[@drivenmad2089]

Haha Neither was my 1LE (which crushed it as soon as I hit second as would your terminator 😂.) Thanks for watching dude!

[@Lethal_Venom]

@@drivenmad2089 welcome!

[@jonathangomez-vv2dh]

Obviously. Lol. Great video!

[@longrider188]

Automatic transmission? Boooooooooo!

[@user-cj7dv2kc6d]

I don't even get 13mpg in my stock 5.7 jgc trailhawk in all city driving. You must not hit many stoplights. I get about 12. If I had a 392 I'd guess I'd be at about 10 or 11 max in city. I get about 10 city in my built 4.6 tj wrangler. That said, the price is worth it if it's what you want and you can afford it. I want one badly, but just not in the budget currently.