Is the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Sahara WORTH buying with a 6-speed manual?

The Jeep Wrangler has been that off road go to for decades and hasn't changed much over the years. Under the hood of this Unlimited Sahara is is the 3.6l V6 that is pumping out 285HP, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission rolling and rolling on a rugged 4x4 system! The exterior of the Sahara features unique styling and wheels. On the inside you get an 8.4in UCONNECT infotainment system and plenty of tech. Is the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Worth buying with a 6-speed manual?
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[@nigeleliashenry9927]

I didn't know that mordern jeeps had manual transmissions this is why like the channel always doing different types of reviews and being informative keep up the good work

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying the Nigel! This is a hard one to find.

[@joeb2588]

@@RaitisRides yes, save the manuals my friend! I'm glad Honda and Hyundai are still giving quite a few manual options. Just that the base models seem to be getting them. Unless it's a sporty model...and that I can't afford. However I did get a 2018 Elantra se with the manual. Great deal, reliable, quiet, great mpg. But not very quick. I guess it's the mpg trade off.

[@rubyloveswaveya2011]

I’m the only one that don’t have money to buy it, but still love watching videos of this jeep Sahara😔

[@shivneelrup3967]

Your sense of humor is definitely something 😂 love the reviews

[@eurypiadozo4203]

Now thats what im talking about... Thankyou raiti's rides

[@rojomcdonald5057]

Love raiti's ride very good reviews and your attention to detail is impeccable keep the reviews coming 👌

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

My first Jeep vehicle! Amazing video Joe.

[@dave0915]

I own a 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4.0 l 6 cylinder with a 5 speed manual. I paid just over $21k brand new which is about $31k in today's money. Today's Sahara being close to $50k is almost unbelievable. (Granted the amenities, technology and safety have improved) Times, prices and demand have changed for this segment since 2001, and they're selling. Great review and channel, Joe!

[@hatchell18]

Even if im not interested in the car I always try to leave a like and watch your videos for support😁 keep it up man i love your videos and this jeep is pretty cool!

[@alkupik]

Thanks for reviewing a manual Joe!!!

[@teop7887]

I have a '97 TJ 4-banger (original owner). Since the days of the YJ, the Sahara trim has always been the most beautiful, the most desirable, and an absolute classic. Yes, the Rubicon trim is the "grandaddy" king of offloading, but the Sahara is an absolute gem. It is the gentleman 's Jeep. That's the trim I'd order for myself. ...and yes, I'd still hold on to my 2.5L TJ 😁👍

[@MrFS2004]

Man this takes me back to the old days when they had the 6-speed manual with the straight 6 engine. That thing was an absolute beast! 🏁

[@marstotalchaos4735]

I've had an 73 Beetle, an 81 Corolla, 93 Integra and a 2005 RSX Type S, all manuals. Question how does a manual compare to the auto for regular people off rock climbing/mud/sand driving?

[@christiangarrett9547]

@@marstotalchaos4735 manual is what a lot of people pick if they are off-roading

[@lateastronaut8579]

Of all the reviews this one is among the nicest.

[@midwest_trucker8638]

I bought a 2021 with a manual today. Love jeeps I've always wanted one

[@mikezerker6925]

Love this review!

[@33jaimini]

Awesome review as usual. Thanks 🙏

[@RaitisRides]

That is so very awesome of you to say!

[@keithwhite6096]

Once again great review Joe. I love jeeps but man 50 g in this day and age. These automakers will have to come to the reality we are in a different world. Keep em coming Joe. Appreciate it.

[@mordinsolus9414]

it's like if you want a nice enough car that barely breaks away from the 90% boring cars out there, youure looking at in the 60K range. you want something really cool like nice a sports car or something, you're looking at 100k more or less.

[@themaestro3034]

You consider leasing? I leased a 4xe sahara unlimited and the lease deals are great cuz they got like a $14k federal rebate on EVs

[@frankb.1546]

Yeah you’ll have wind noise, jeeps are as wind resistant as a rubix cube.

[@RaitisRides]

That’s an awesome analogy! 😂

[@danieljames3711]

Or a barn

[@ashlynprather45]

You can get headliners that can help

[@Robo-lf3xq]

Had a 2000 Sahara that I liked, but man have these gotten expensive.

[@stickydaddymilk6577]

Even the older jeeps hold their value really well

[@jamesmyers6739]

Nathan Ketchup word I tried to buy a used one and it barely depreciated

[@henryhonda8408]

And I thought my 2015 Sahara Winter X Edition was expensive...... HA

[@Wrangzilla]

I bought my first new Wrangler in 1997 for a little under 18k off the show room floor. In February, I bought my 5th Jeep, for 53K...... HUGE difference!!!!! lol

[@ajreyes1262]

You think $50,000 is expensive? Try buying in Philippines the base model is $65,000

[@jorgeerazojr3554]

Great review !!

[@niyazmather]

That's a sweet looking Jeep. Love the color.

[@jaysongauthier5152]

Loved my 2011 Sahara unlimited. Sahara tan with a six speed. 2011 was the last year before the Penstar engine. Great ride.

[@redline350zHR]

Fckin niiiiiice 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@pat_rickb8523]

“Some people do wonna get their twinkies wet” 🤣 love it. Great reviews cover all the bases nicely 👍🏻

[@redline350zHR]

😂😂

[@ericksalasjr.8552]

Whenever I’m researching for a car, I always look at your page for advice. Thank you for this video. Now I definitely want a Jeep Wrangler. How is it for an everyday driver?

[@TheMia203]

I love this. also loving the 6 speed.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad to bring it to you!

[@rileysmith9843]

Yes. Yes it is no matter what anybody says bad about it because it helps prevents theft.

[@larrystanner8176]

Yessss !! Great video

[@mtarailfanman]

Hey Joe love the reviews

[@wayspirit]

I drive a 2014 Willy's Wheeler edition in a 2 door. I need a bigger vehicle because my family grew. I just found a 2018 Unlimited Sahara with a stick shift with less than 8,000 miles on it and priced at $39k. I've been tempted all week. Then I see your video! Great timing. My current Jeep has a proper manual transmission and I love it. It feels like how a Jeep should be. Keep up the great reviews! I've got a Jeep to go check out

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your input and perspective!

[@briankarp746]

I wanted a jeep since I was 12 and I worked at a restaurant for about 3 years to make half the money for the 2020 Sahara, and the thing is a dream. It’s a fun car, feels safe and high up, and it’s easy to use and off road. I hate the gas mildege and wind noise but other then that it’s amazing.

[@allans7281]

I think you’re the happiest when your chirp the tires with a manual 😉 Love the car videos Joe especially with unconventional vehicles

[@JakeStewart1343]

Joe is happiest when he gets his twinkee wet 👍

[@apelayo909]

"don't stick your banana in there, it's gonna hurt" 😂😂😂😂

[@jcrobinson37]

a p I was just about to comment on that. 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😭

[@jrorozco29]

👍😂😂😂😂

[@sanubaraliyeva9538]

@@jcrobinson37 me too :)

[@timephire]

I loved my Godmother's XJ Jeep Cherokee Sport w/ Manual Trans.

[@BlueElwood]

Skittles and Atomic Fireballs! Love it!!!!!

[@arthurvardanyan1991]

I had a chance to drive Wrangler Sahara. I’d say it is alot of fun for the money.

[@Noah-ui1iu]

My company's fleet got a crap ton of Wrangler Sahara and Unlimited's. Two in one day couldn't be used because they both had service transmission messages both with only 1000ish miles and were shifting horribly. Brand new, just unbelievable for the money. Every Wrangler also has some design defect with the rain gutters because if you open the doors when it's wet, it just drips all inside the car and on you.

[@bean4332]

now this is a new car with a manual transmission that i would want

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@joelrodriguez7038]

Joe brother I'm here 2 place man watch you amazing review

[@maurinethelizard6085]

My grandma has a Jeep Liberty Limited and it has a power soft top like that, it's pretty cool.

[@tragicdeyz2641]

I just bought a 2020 Sahara Unlimited Altitude with the power roof auto transmission. Super nice. It is noisy (wind) and you likely won't even get the 17 mpg. city. The ride is nicer than you'd probably think though not really smooth obviously. You're not taking sharp turns at much speed of course but they have a really tight turn radius and very maneuverable. Mine has a rear arm rest with 2 cup holders. Don't know if Joe missed that one or if some don't have it? Now is a really good time to buy. They came down like 9k on mine.

[@keystonebbq6255]

Jeeps are always a blast, a older YJ and a newer JK, would have kept the JK but that 3.8 just wasn't cutting it, the 3.6 is a beautiful addition to these jeeps

[@gwaddles]

Love the video

[@limelife7457]

7:22 I do really like the Ohhh Crap handle on the Jeeps for sure 😂

[@hanselalfonso1885]

Love your videos man!! #SavetheManuals

[@chrisb2844]

Oh I love it and a 6 speed makes it even hotter!!!

[@citypc3663]

Love my Sahara, this is not for everyone. You can take the top and doors off, which is why some people love it, if not bmw x5 or whatever. Fantastic review .

[@stellantistom6881]

What was funny that I got an ad showing the Memorial Day sale showing Jeeps whereas I'm about to watch this video also related to Jeeps. 😂🤣

[@1983Californication]

Great video thanks

[@megabyte7047]

The antenna has to be mounted the ‘old fashioned’ way, since there is no other place to put a more contemporary one (ie since you can remove all the normal mounting points)

[@413chelsz]

I got my 2014 JK there for $32k in 2014 then traded it in for a 2019 used Sahara for $38k I love it and ill be keeping it for many years and yes they really do hold their value!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so really incredible! Thanks for sharing!

[@mandimae1802]

Do you believe they are family cars? Keeps have always been my dream car, but are they safe for children?

[@mandimae1802]

Jeeps* my bf and I want to start a family one day

[@413chelsz]

Mandi Mae I personally feel like theyre fine and safe ..I also plan on starting a family soon and I will most likely be keeping it for many years

[@veraglez1037]

I want to buy a Sahara 2019 but the price is 46000 😏😏

[@conormccarthy4409]

"Lets go ahead and get our twinkies wet" had me laughing so hard 😂😂😂

[@lrob5657]

I know some people absolutely love them. That’s cool; To each his own...me personally, I just never understood the appeal for 50K plus. I don’t get it

[@vickysingh-jg9te]

She's killer.love it

[@alansmilealot]

I think alot of those Jeep enthusiast would prefer the manual for better control on hill climb and traversing other terrains

[@petercarey6883]

Since I virtually know nothing about Jeeps, this review was fascinating for me and of course informative. Hearing you describe the rear taillight design, fwiw, those old gas cans that you said were attached back-in-the-day were actually known as Jerry Jugs or Jerry Cans. They actually go back to WW2 in that our military would confiscate them from the German (aka the Jerries) tanks that they "killed" and strap them to their Jeeps for extra fuel. Eventually I believe Jeep manufacturers starting making U.S. Jerry Jugs because the idea was so popular with the troops. Lastly, yes, I was surprised you could get this with a manual. It makes sense though for the overall package Jeep want to present. Love it. I'd love to know how many Jeeps are still on the road from let's say 1950. Probably more than any other vehicle I bet. I agree on the interior. Cloth does not work for such a utilitarian vehicle. No "real" Zonks as to being a deal breaker, except maybe . . . . the price. Save the Wave🙋🏼‍♂️

[@garyschatz3718]

Manual! Thank goodness!

[@Seekthetruth3000]

Good demo. A number of design flaws: 1- The cargo door should open to the left not to the right. 2- The turn signal lights in the rear should be bright amber/yellow not red. 3- The instrument panel is missing two gauges, one for oil pressure and the other one for the battery.

[@maurinethelizard6085]

Number 1 caused problems when we were helping somebody move their stuff when parked parallel in between other vehicles.

[@TheRamGuy]

I purchased my wife a 2019 Jeep Wrangler Sahara V6 Manual. We didn't get the over priced power top but we did get a dual top (hard top and soft top) and couldnt be happier oh and we have leather which isn't such a great thing in the summer. We paid $41,000 which is alot but not 50 grand. We saved our money for a lift, 35's and 4.88 gears

[@brianjohn3136]

Get ac installed in your seats. Google it aftermarket ventilated seats

[@moviefan4life166]

Brian. It’s possible as you say, but so expensive! You gotta really want it.

[@c.y.997]

On my 3rd Wrangler - all manual. In the JK the manual was waaay faster than the automatic, not sure how much faster the manual is in the JL but apparently it is still faster. On the ice (we drive on polished slick ice alot here in Alberta - often at highway speeds, at night and sometimes in blizzard conditions) the wrangler with the manual is unbeatable.

[@speedfiend925]

When you did that clutch dump to light up the tires the Jeep Wrangler reacted like, "Are we really gonna do this?" 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@pavelyankouski4913]

Cool, exotic unique car, I would take Wrangler by default, but I have to try Patriot first

[@tommanning7337]

Hey Joe, have you seen the 6 wheel jeep??? A guy in town has one, crazy!!!!!! I looked it up $200k Man hope ya do a review on that, WOW!!!!

[@noahgumushian2000]

Nice review. Can you do the honda hrv touring review

[@Hard_7_Iron]

1,000,000.00 dollars....sweet! I do like the manual transmission... those things last forever! Nice job. Thanks... can you do a G Wagon?

[@stellantistom6881]

Hello Joe. 6-speed Manuals in Jeeps are worth it for those that love to have fun offroading and using the clutch at the same time. :D

[@paulbare6371]

ive wanted this for years, thank you especially manual transmission

[@brianlee4629]

I love this Jeep, Joe! (Waiting for them to release an Ecodiesel, same with the 2020 Ram).

[@toddwatkins9666]

AWESOME review .....I thought the Rubicon was higher then the Sahara....learn something new every day..LOL

[@fallguy4209]

No the Sahara is just a dressed up sport. No way is this above a rubicon. I think this guy just reads what someone writes on the cue cards. So much miss information in this video

[@toddwatkins9666]

Ooooooo

[@megabyte7047]

Fall Guy So he made a mistake. You make it sound the whole video is filled with them. Please, share your expertise and point out the others. Thanks.

[@fallguy4209]

megabyte rubicon has Dana 42 lockers front and rear “Rock track”. Not the command track which is inferior, lift kit from the factory, sway bar disconnect, metal under body skid plates. All a Sahara is, is a sport with nice seats, 18 in wheels and painted fenders. I know because I own both.

[@toddwatkins9666]

megabyte there’s always one boy!!!!! SMDH....you would think he works for Jeep

[@TediTheGodfather]

13:08 “Some people wanna get their Twinkies wet.” WAIT!!! 😂🤣😭 Joe is the innuendo king! Disney and Nickelodeon could use this guy!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man! I love sharing some laughs!

[@TediTheGodfather]

Raiti's Rides Keep it up!

[@sikandernuruddin9214]

I will take this except for interior color which I would prefer military khaki color or brown or green color! 6 speed manual is good too! If this has some metallic in this grey color!

[@robertk1049]

“...forty nine grand.” *spits breakfast cereal all over my laptop*

[@joeb2588]

And then says, "for a fiat chrysler product!?" Then wipes milk off chin.

[@cosmoray9750]

New Jeep or is it a copy ? kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaKWhHdvbt2Dp8U

[@chupacabraattack]

Hey, Raiti. Love your videos. One question: would the upper tray in the console be good to hold nachos?

[@dragon47208]

Cloth is better then leather. Its more comfortable and doesn't burn you after sitting in the sun

[@brianjohn3136]

Cooled seats been a thing since the 90s. More popular now!!! Cloth holds germs. Premium leather is soft. And leather is easier to clean.

[@krysistheabyss]

Love my 89 yj 5 speed.

[@jesusgonzalez516]

Hi Good Afternoon I love all your videos you have made in the past but with all the respect of the world comments of the food and candies during your reviews it make them feel cheesy and like you’re not taking your work seriously. I hope I haven’t offended you at all. I live I the Wesley Chapel area and do you have a great reputation as a car enthusiast and reviewer and I would like to see you succeed. Because you deserve it. With all respect Jay.

[@joshua9073]

I think the food jokes are part of his schtik. Yours is the very first comment out of thousands I’ve read that hasn’t been supportive or enjoyed. And that’s okay. But every reviewer has some kind of comedy or humor or joking and we need that in the world right now with all the 100k lives that have been lost and untold suffering. I think the sheer volume of videos Joe is delivering shows he has both hands on the wheel in terms of taking auto journalism seriously. And it can’t always all be serious. I laugh and chuckle at all the humor he brings to us and it’s free to watch. I respect your comment and it’s not aimed at me of course but aimed at him. It surprised me to read your disapproving view. But... we all can either watch and enjoy or have the option not to watch. I don’t think Joe will change his delivery for you tho because you are simply out voted by about 100,000 to 1. Yours is a first to say Joe doesn’t take his work serious or that it’s cheesy. I bet you will get more replies to your comment. If you get to know Joe and his wife Lori they have committed a huge part of their lives filming, traveling, editing, replying to us, and setting up a mercy store and hosting lives on KZbin. Hopefully you get on board and let Joe bring you more laughs. Don’t be a sour puss lol. Learn & laugh & support. Become a member of the Raitis rides family!

[@jazzybluesyyoo6914]

A really really popular vehicle in sourh Korea even though it is not affordable price for the general citizens like me and it is my first wish car .

[@LeadfootLou]

Not a Jeep kind of guy but this seems like a fun vehicle. 👍

[@stefankalabus1251]

06:57 you definitely almost said “Fu*k” 😂😂

[@vickysingh-jg9te]

She's touch my heart.bomb car.i really like it.

[@beljicko9842]

THE DRIVERS SEAT DOESN'T GO BACK FAR ENOUGH!. I am a fan, but man sometimes you miss essential things. I test drove one of these and I am only 5'11 and it was uncomfortable, the drivers seat was like sitting in a tight back seat. You were very close to the steering wheel, weren't you uncomfortable? To me, it's missing a notch to move it back far enough to be comfortable - and I am only 5'11!

[@MrRGM10]

The only suv i like along with land cruiser

[@TheDuvee6]

I find it incredible that the European JL Wrangler is only available as an automatic. Considering manual cars sell so well here.

[@RaitisRides]

I can understand how you feel!

[@kevinnorris6558]

I guess North Americans just handle clutches better than their European counterparts. On a real note, it probably has to do with the strict emissions in Europe and the fact that the auto gets better gas mileage.

[@victorsherpa2816]

Thank you Jeep for keeping the manuals alive. No Arm rest and power seats on $50k vehicle but since it is Manual Transmission all the mistakes forgiven.

[@georgewilkinson1068]

Ha. Ha.

[@Agent.K.]

Torque is 265 not 295. 4 doors manual is definitely a unicorn.

[@joeb2588]

"Worth it with the 6 speed manual?" Everything is worth it with the manual.

[@blak_momba3056]

Hell yeah!!!! All I drive is manual

[@joeb2588]

@@blak_momba3056 absolutely. I let the people who let their cars drive them buy the automatics. Plus how else are the lazy bastards going to eat their donuts and drink their coffee if they have to shift gears!?

[@shrayesraman5192]

@@joeb2588 One hand holds the coffee one hand shifts and turns the wheel. Never failed me in LA traffic lol

[@joeb2588]

@@shrayesraman5192 excellent

[@erickreales2961]

I love this kind of videos in this channel. Beautiful car🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙👍👍👍👍👍

[@danielsunday2958]

Mum: Jason, put that banana in the seat pocket. Banana (after 2 minutes): Help! I'm hurt. Hahahaha. Keep up the good work Joe.

[@whn2309]

Great review. Curious about Reliability? I’ve always wanted one but have only heard how bad reliability Jeep /Chrysler products have been. But For $50,000 unless I’m living on the beach or an island it just doesn’t make sense.

[@joshua9073]

Yes everyone knows that many FCA products spend a fair amount of time in the shop:

[@brandonyen7837]

I would love to own one this Jeep to carry my two grandkids around but it’s kind of small inside and the trunk 😂

[@Marcus-cm7di]

The black pieces that the windshield sits on also sprays the windshield

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for that info!

[@Marcus-cm7di]

Raiti's Rides no problem mr raiti

[@marr6339]

I learned how to drive a manual in a Jeep Wrangler

[@luislopez4631]

More Saraha please

[@overlanddriven6346]

So I'm here in Tampa and im disappointed on your company's build and price they took away the 4 cylinder on the basic unlimited sport. You now have to upgrade past the unlimited willy to get it. I sat down with jerry Clarke. He tried to push me onto something there in the lot when I wanted something basic with tan seats not black i also wanted with the trailer package. Which meant this was a custom order. Dont get me wrong jerry was extremely nice but I wanted what I wanted and it wasn't on the lot. I went to another jeep dealer they quoted me under the price you guys did and it was on the company build and price. Only thing was the factory is now limited to what they are pushing out! From what I was told. And it would or could take longer time to get my jeep . Stuck here waiting. Great video though I love the review you guys do have the most jeeps I have ever seen on a site. But can you guys get some other options on the floor so buyers like my self can get into

[@bramrecommends]

Im 12 yrs old rn but this is my DREAM CAR♡︎♡︎

[@RaitisRides]

You will get it one day!

[@joeb2588]

By the time you get your licence hopefully Chrysler Fiat is no longer tormenting car owners who spend their hard earned money on unreliable crap boxes. I used to be a dodge fan boy. I was constantly made fun off. Then I owned a couple. Never again.

[@alixander9401]

This is the exact jeep I bought

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow ! That is really cool!

[@steelgatorcrimsontide7403]

Cool this Jeep 😎😎😎😎😎

[@lifeofcoby]

Nice

[@benvernick]

That’s crazy expensive, it’s creeping up into near the new base Defender which is much nicer and more capable IMO. Just like Joe said they need to knock the price down about 7-10K or the only people buying these will be hardcore Jeep fans.

[@marieparker6757]

Love jeeps, had 1 for alot of years. What's the difference between a 2019 and a 2020?

[@oliverliu5065]

well jeeps are fine i suppose, but not fake jeeps like compass

[@mlee6136]

Joe, you are the hardest working guy in the industry... amazing 😉. This car has a faster 0-60 time than a GTI 👍. The showstopper for me is the 1 star NCAAP rating

[@sethgunn8256]

M Lee nothing you typed was true

[@thenow5559]

Awesome review! I was wondering what car is your daily driver?

[@RaitisRides]

I have a Subaru WRX STI

[@thenow5559]

@@RaitisRides Nice!