Jeep JL MOAB EDITION Review

[@nachovalenti]

Really nice Jeep Moab😍. Great video.

[@CJBroncoF150]

Thanks for watching!

[@nicolecurry5627]

I really want to test drive one I really do

[@ER_666_]

I just bought one and I couldn’t be more pleased! I’m not into hardcore rock climbing like every one sounds like they are on this comment section lol! Just a nice Overland setup for me is more then enough!

[@freethuggar]

how much was yours

[@diegogonzalez9086]

Exactly

[@truckerrickakamanowar]

Yeah I like em great looking Jeep. I have a Willys edition Im really happy with it instead of lockers I have an lsd which is great for a daily driver that sees its share of snow from time to time. Also comes with rubicon skid plates, rock sliders wheels and mud terrains. No sway bar disconnect which doesnt bother me as I can just manually disconnect mine. Almost 68k trouble free miles. Im still running factory KMs with about 10/32s meat left. I have to say that BFGs are not NOT over rated tires they are excellent. Id buy them again no question but I want to try STT Pros in a 285 next. Oh yeah 3.73 gearing standard on Willys.

[@CJBroncoF150]

Awesome hope you enjoy it!

[@teop7887]

The Moab is a more civilized Rubicon. Sounds counterintuitive, but it makes sense. Given the creature comforts, this is a great family fun, weekend off-roader, that can do light to moderate trails, in comfort. Jeep's branding department knows what they're doing. You can't cannibalize the purist offroading Rubicon. Any more hardcore, and the price would have been exuberant. Should have lockers, I'll give you that. But for 30 years there has been a Sahara model, incapable of crossing the Sahara desert, and no one bitched about it. Cheers.

[@CJBroncoF150]

Love the last sentence about the sahara, you're exactly right!

[@teop7887]

@@CJBroncoF150 😁👍

[@Robstunner]

Rubicon Red Rock... could get a pretty penny for one of those if you have one. A "real" moab wrangler in every sense of the word.

[@dannyelam1631]

Teo P and the MOAB has a black leather dash instead of red. The red dash was the deal breaker for me on the Rubicon.

[@diegogonzalez9086]

Lol

[@BFord-ho3pq]

CJ should have mentioned the different 4WD system in the Moab and discussed how Selec-Trac differs from Rock-Trac. Basically, this is a better foul-weather, on-road Jeep and not a hard core off-roader. "MOAB" is certainly a misnomer on this thing.

[@conduit242]

No Rock-Trac, no thanks! It should have at least been an option. I don't understand FCA sometimes.

[@actontreadway1168]

yeah. this is the confusion I've been having with this car. this video makes it sound like it's a rubicon with a different colorway and fewer off-road components. or, basically a sahara with some rubicon stuff on it. I would have thought moab would mean even more offroady than a rubicon, but then the rubicon trail is probably harder than moab... just confusing.

[@canecorsoxena8644]

Can you add Rock-Trac to the Moab?

[@cpgeorge2518]

The Aux switch box is next to the battery

[@actontreadway1168]

yep. and it's the same as the rubicon, right?

[@fourtraxer]

The irony is the "MOAB EDITION" is not really a good Jeep to take to MOAB.. If you plan on doing anything serious in MOAB, you better have the actual Rubicon. Jeep dropped the ball on this one.. They should have saved the MOAB name for a special edition Rubicon and not a dressed up street jeep!

[@darkpill]

fourtraxer just a dumb marketing stunt.

[@dannyelam1631]

How so?

[@paulocampos6052]

I agree, the Moah should be like the Rubicon X of a few years ago. This one is basically a Sahara with black rims, a hood and the same off road capability. This thing will not do well in thought trails.

[@xxgetr3ktson815]

Paulo Campos This MOAB is basically a luxury rubicon

[@aron6998]

XxGetR3KTSon lol not like a Rubicon at all really, no lockers weaker axles worse gear ratio and no sway disconnect, so it’s nothing like a rubicon, my wife just got a rubicon optioned out and only paid 52k which is what this goes for more or less

[@mike1158d]

Nice light tan seats, not too hot in the sun..and no RED dashboard...JACKPOT !!

[@CJBroncoF150]

BINGO!

[@actontreadway1168]

red dash is AWESOME.

[@jasonstroman4550]

Rubicon is a couple thousand less and you get 44’s front and rear and 410’s. Also you get locking front and rear diffs on the Rubicon. No locking on the Moab. So a Moab labeled Jeep that would have trouble in Moab because you can’t lock the diffs. Lol. This is basically a really loaded Sahara. Still jeep capable but not a Rubicon.

[@CJBroncoF150]

If anything i wish the moab had the lockers!

[@jasonstroman4550]

CJ Off-Road agreed. If it had lockers and the rock track transfer case it would be beyond awesome. Also they could advertise as a Moab dominating Jeep like they do with the Rubicon and Rubicon trail.

[@saleen12]

Why would anyone buy this when the Rubicon is better in every way Offroad. Pretty sad they put the moab name on such an inferior product.

[@cambuchanan5836]

Jason Stroman yeah jeep has been doing this for years putting parts from rubicons on Sahara’s but keeping it a Sahara. Like the 75th anniversary edition. And Jeep did make a Moab jk this is not the first time they have had a Moab edition.

[@mcc13gmail]

Yes this doesn't make sense. Most of the luxury features this offers you can get optional in a Rubicon. After watching the video it sounds like it is basically just custom rock rails, black tow hooks, and KM2 tires on a Sahara. Unless I am missing something it feels very unimpressive.

[@VictoriaMarie2012]

Im pretty sure there was a MOAB JK.

[@whatsinaname4807]

There was a JK “MOAB” and it was nothing more than some stickers and other cosmetic touchs

[@CJBroncoF150]

You're correct, a slight oversight on our part.... haha

[@ghen2245]

@@whatsinaname4807 if you check the moab jk had optional rear locker

[@roamingtiger]

Whatsin Aname actually the jk Moab had an optional rear locker. We was looking at one when we bought our tenth anniversary

[@harleystewart2276]

Yes you are right they made Moab in 2013 I have one

[@tonyd3266]

Been driving a 2020 Rubicon for the last week and the locking Diff and axles with sway bar disconnect is pretty required if you get into blue-more difficult trails on the new Hatfield McCoy Jeep Trail Bear-Wallow area near Chapmanville and Logan WV. For $50 a year you get over 100 miles of Jeep-wide trails in the HMT system.. we ran about 50 miles of green and blue levels. Sahara can do green but the lockers are pretty much required on sections of the blue, especially if its wet. A month ago I had a Sahara in the Borrego Springs California trails and its 4wd low with traction control was all I needed, sections needing more are probably not trails there you want to take a new Jeep on. The same with HMT - I’d not take a new Jeep on anything black or above due to potential for body and frame contact.

[@CJBroncoF150]

Awesome feedback thanks for the comment!

[@actontreadway1168]

my rubicon has all of this except the fancy rails. I'm a little confused as to what this trim package is for. moab is a freakin cool name, tho

[@CJBroncoF150]

We agree the name is pretty neat!

[@raymondgriner6389]

It is Nicer inside My Grandma has a MOAB and my Grand pa has a Rubicon vary close but the Rubicon is cheep inside compared to the MOAB hard to believe I know Rubicon being such a high trim lv but the MOAD is nicer inside .

[@OffroadVikingr]

The 2013 model year was the first offering of the MOAB edition.

[@genius-no5sl]

This Jeep is so badass

[@CJBroncoF150]

Yeah we think so too!

[@scratchnbell]

The main reason I got the Moab over the Rubicon was for the select Trac transfer case for snow driving. I ordered it with everything. It is a great vehicle Im even thinking of getting a second one if I don't wait for the diesel. I found a punk'n equipped exactly like my bikini one

[@CJBroncoF150]

Thats awesome, glad you like it so much!

[@darrenroos6408]

You basically bought a Sahara

[@scratchnbell]

@@darrenroos6408 I bought a very very nice Sahara. Thanks for your input Mr obvious

[@darrenroos6408]

@@scratchnbell My point is that those that have a Moab paid for a lot of cosmetics that look like a Rubicon on the outside but didn't actually get any of the "real" things that make the Rubicon a Rubicon underneath. It's like paying top dollar for a 4-door Chevelle because someone put a Super-Sport decal on it. And if you went with the Moab for the Selec-Trac, that sucks since you can get that option in pretty much every trim level now, including the Sport-S. Too bad your choice didn't include some prior input to make the bad choice so obvious...

[@BreckoniousMaximus]

O.T.B. Well I'm happy for you. I've looked at the MOAB before for this same reason, snow/ice driving. Too bad Jeep didn't allow other 4wd system options and engine options in the MOAB, but you can't make everyone happy.

[@CATmanATL22]

Their is no switch box fo the lights, just some wire hookup over on the passenger side inner fender

[@CJBroncoF150]

Thanks for the comment, i've installed the switch panels before and it came with a fuse box, maybe jeep incorporates it deeper into the system when its a factory option?

[@jpbrums]

No lockers... have fun at Moab. Jeez

[@eckz8659]

That's what I was thinking.... wtf?

[@turbojunki]

Hey brother back in 2013 they made a Moab edition. With available rear locker.

[@CJBroncoF150]

I completely forgot about that one until a few minutes after we released the video!

[@dannyelam1631]

I ordered a 19 MOAB JL instead of the Rubicon because I preferred the black dash on the MOAB and the only option with black interior is a red dashboard. Didn't notice that the MOAB sits lower than the Rubicon until it came in. I'll be lifting it and putting bigger tires on it as soon as I decide what to go on the lift. Possibly going with the Mopar lift.

[@CJBroncoF150]

Awesome! Make sure you send us photos! instagram.com/cjoffroad/

[@cameronminatel4659]

The Moab's have the rubicon shocks and springs so the rubicon is only sitting half an inch higher than a moab because of the 33 inch tires on the Rubi vs the 32's on the Moab, otherwise they would be identical height.

[@johnalbano6997]

I just picked up my 2019 MOAB. Can you pt the Rubicon tires on the MOAB rims without a lift

[@johnalbano6997]

@@cameronminatel4659 Can I put the rubicon tires on my MOAB?

[@dannyelam1631]

Cameron Minatel I put the KO2’s that come stock on the Rubicon on my MOAB but it’s still not as tall as the Rubi.

[@STLCarGuy]

Thank you I was on the jeep website ordering a Jeep Wrangler jl but I couldn't figure out why the Moab trim is 10k more expensive for the base price than a rubicon.

[@JR-kj2de]

It has Rubicon shocks on the rear and electronically detectable sway bars

[@CJBroncoF150]

Thanks for watching!

[@MBR0108]

Rubicon should be labeled MOAB! Ridiculous to have that label and not have lockers!

[@CJBroncoF150]

Yeah its definitely different!

[@briansimonetti8632]

I’ll keep my Recon

[@ThePete2432]

So it’s like a Willy’s Sahara lol... I love my lockers and transfer case on the rubicon

[@CJBroncoF150]

Good comparison!

[@raymondgriner6389]

It has all that

[@kylerothe5518]

They had Jeep Wrangler Moab Jk

[@jeepplayer]

The Moab should have come with d60's and 37's stock. That would justify a steeper price..

[@CJBroncoF150]

That would be amazing!

[@NIVAD84]

Looks just like my JLU Rubicon minus the black tow hooks.

[@CJBroncoF150]

The MOAB is blacked out, which is pretty neat!

[@Jcauto-t4r]

Is the perfect Jeep, well balanced. Thanks for the vid. PD: I’ve seen power kits installed for more power though any info on that ?

[@yamahaking6137]

What’s the difference between all these editions moab, rubicon and others please someone let me know thanks 🙏

[@kingsaul2010]

at my dealership Larry h miller chrysler Jeep Tucson arizona. I Have a Moab and Fully loaded Rubicon sitting next to each other, 55k for MOAB and 57k for RUBI .The price difference is about 3k more for the Rubicon. Folks out here Rubicon is the way to go, however Moab is a cool addition to the line up, but I have to agree Jeep should have added at lease the rear lockers to it.......... but I been selling these since 07 so Jeep WILL come out with something crazy soon because thats what they do. JLU

[@kolourblind3124]

Everyone saying this jeep makes no sense is wrong,I understand what you mean but from a financial stand point it’s a great idea,for all them ppl who buy up rubicons and never even lock the axels or use the sway bar disconnect.this is a mall crawlers dream! “Look I bought the most expensive jeep available!” If I didnt off-road I wouldn’t even consider a jeep

[@CJBroncoF150]

Good point!

[@nicolecurry5627]

Love this channel 🥰

[@CJBroncoF150]

Awwww , we love our viewers!

[@sloppydawgsdcl4929]

For the money just get a rubi. Can get all the same stuff plus most folks swap tires so?? I guess if you’re not off-roading which goes against the “purpose” of the Moab edition it would be ok.

[@CJBroncoF150]

Great for a weekend wheeler!

[@plu5five]

I wouldve liked to see what axles come on the MOAB in the window sticker build sheet, are they Sport/Sahara axles or the Rubicons? but overall nice video.

[@CJBroncoF150]

They come with the sport axles!

[@CoffeeJake]

The MOAB has Dana 44

[@plu5five]

@@CoffeeJakeits possible but not all of them. Only the Rear axle can be and it comes Only on Manual transmission JL's OR 8speed Autos specifically ordered w/ the Anti Spin Option that would end up with a standard width D44 rear. WithOut the rear axle Anti-Spin Option added in 8spd Auto trim, you'd get a 3rd gen D35 rear axle. All Front axles are a 3rd gen D30 M186 in all JL's Except the Rubicon. The new M186 front axle is in high pinion and a newer version of the D30 that the JK non Rubis had. Hope this clears things up.

[@CoffeeJake]

Reagan Flint Correct- standard in MOAB though

[@plu5five]

@@CoffeeJake Yes, but Standard on All JLs in 2019 except Rubicons. Only on a Manual or 8spd w/Antispin ordered....CJ parts is right in their reply to me, These are Sport/Sahara axles. The Rubi D44 is Wider.

[@Robstunner]

32" tires broheim. It's a stupid package.... Mud Terrain tires, no lockers, no sway disconnect, no rock trac, no 4.10 but fancier sliders. The entirety of parts is just nonsensical. Its a sahara but with less friendly daily driver tires than the rubicon.

[@canecorsoxena8644]

Is it possible to add any of those things?

[@Robstunner]

@@canecorsoxena8644 all

[@canecorsoxena8644]

@@Robstunner thank you

[@Kermwitaperm]

Sick, absolutely stunning

[@CJBroncoF150]

Thats what we thought also! Thanks for watching!

[@elad2276]

I love my moab

[@colslaw69]

It's more expensive than a Rubicon but less capable. That's why my local dealer has too many of them sitting around. Slightly more aggressive tires are not comparable to lockers. You're literally paying for that sticker on the hood.

[@actontreadway1168]

it does seem that way

[@CJBroncoF150]

Its basically a more offroad capable sahara, and to some that is exactly what they are looking for!

[@talltimbot]

Not one comment on transfer case

[@mikegrasdal8137]

I have 2018 JLU sahara it only difference between my model is the bumper tires and hood. My interior is identical

[@CJBroncoF150]

Plus a few decals and badges, but yes you're correct!

[@danielchiaravalle]

Is the Moab lifted 2” like the rubicon?

[@CJBroncoF150]

Yes it is lifted!

[@carsandfitness3380]

No point in buying this ... I have a jl sport and built it for less then this and made it better

[@swarbrickjesse]

Ranbo alot more rewarding upgrading things yourself. I have a sport JK, just wish I had the lockers, but I'll get em

[@CJBroncoF150]

Hopefully you got the parts from us!

[@supersportimpalass]

Moab just doesn't roll off the tongue as well as Rubicon.

[@CJBroncoF150]

Haha you're right about that!

[@krasnaludek298]

Nice; have a ‘18 Rubi & love it.

[@franciscocruz6726]

Whats the pricetag for one of those?

[@Beezner122]

These start at around $51K MSRP.

[@CJBroncoF150]

Right around 52k for the one on camera!

[@dannymoncada5724]

Crazy Nice..!!!

[@Wrangler59]

Moab is just a appearance package.

[@justins380]

Wow thats nice Mall-ab.

[@CJBroncoF150]

Now thats a clever comment!

[@jesusfernandez6707]

What tires did he say this MOAB had?

[@scubicon1965]

BFG KM2 mud terrain

[@mike1158d]

2:54 Get some Q-tips brother

[@CJBroncoF150]

Bf-Goodrich KM2

[@diegogonzalez9086]

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful everywhere! Too bad it has really bad fame for engine and transmission :'(

[@kitjeep]

It's just a glorified Sahara go with the Rubicon most people customize them anyway

[@CJBroncoF150]

Pretty close!

[@danjohanis]

Kinda lame. Seems like a glorified Sahara. My JLUR is my daily driver and no issues with the comfort level. Doing another 10k km trip in May and looking forward to it

[@CJBroncoF150]

Hope you enjoy the trip!

[@CarStory]

My cousin bought his wife a MOAB. She's a NJ mall crawler.

[@CJBroncoF150]

I hear the malls are pretty wicked in NJ, any truth to that?

[@CarStory]

@@CJBroncoF150 Not as wicked as the cost of living but close!

[@JoeGiz64]

CJ Off-Road MOAB is worth it just to tackle the pot holes...in the malls and on the TJTPK!

[@Gonzo1968]

Price?

[@CJBroncoF150]

This one was around 54,000

[@ien2023]

SO a Rubicon cost less than this Moab edition..lol. I feel like Jeep keep making these different edition just to make more money.

[@jlv3x]

I believe the special editions are for people who don't want to do their own modes.

[@CJBroncoF150]

Yeah its a crazy market!

[@flossin5025]

A moab is just a loaded Sahara

[@CJBroncoF150]

With a few more options, but yes you are correct!

[@jonhettrick7969]

👍

[@CJBroncoF150]

Thumbs up to you !

[@iaustyausty]

my mom just bougth the moab i dont like the car play cause im the only won in my fam that HAS TO HAVE MY phone charged

[@CJBroncoF150]

Haha that does stink!

[@josephmccallister8831]

M is for mall crawler.

[@CJBroncoF150]

You've got to admit the mall is pretty fun though, ours even has an abercrombie & fitch

[@samcastillo9279]

And The other letters?

[@hereto246]

Not worth the price

[@CJBroncoF150]

Whys that?

[@hereto246]

CJ Off-Road Moab option you would think would include lockers and disconnect. This seems to be geared at fire trails and on road. And the price is close to a Rubicon.

[@tacomax7183]

I have sport I built my ...dont throw ur money away for this moab

[@CJBroncoF150]

I started with a 2012 JK Sport, and have dumped more money into it than 2 rubicons would have been new!

[@apnation397]

*9 speakers

[@CJBroncoF150]

Correct!

[@louisbaghec2570]

The hood is not functional

[@dannyelam1631]

It is functional

[@jasonmolihan61]

Sorry, jeepers, but I simply can not make myself like the LED fender flare light. I hate everything about it.

[@CJBroncoF150]

I actually like them, they beat the JK halogen ones

[@WaterDrive1]

Its an over priced Sahara with no lockers.