2021 Jeep Wrangler Depreciation
A 5-year-old 2021 Jeep Wrangler has lost about 30.9% of its roughly $32,570 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $26,218, with most listings between $23,555 and $31,143. Listed examples average 47,480 miles.
2021 Jeep Wrangler Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2021 Jeep Wrangler Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Under 30k mi | $29,003 | 56 |
| 30k–50k mi | $27,582 | 88 |
| 50k–75k mi | $25,487 | 65 |
| 75k–100k mi | $23,071 | 25 |
| 100k–130k mi | $20,663 | 5 |
What's a Good Price for a 2021 Jeep Wrangler?
Great deal
Under $24,885
Typical
$24,885–$29,990
Overpriced
Above $29,990
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 241 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $24,885 and $29,990, with a median of $26,962.
Ownership & Condition
Across 241 2021 Jeep Wrangler listings.
Accident-free
88.9%
One-owner
40.7%
Avg owners
1.7
Personal use
70.4%
Certified (CPO)
4.6%
2021 Jeep Wrangler Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
21 MPG
City / Hwy
20 / 24
Fuel / year
$2,900
Fuel
Regular
Engine
3.6L 6-cyl
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2021 Jeep Wrangler trim holds its value.
| Trim | Fuel | MSRP | Median Resale | Depreciation | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport | Gasoline | $29,370 | $24,997 | 27.2% | 45 |
| Willys Sport | Gasoline | $31,430 | $24,323 | 29.8% | 6 |
| Sport S | Gasoline | $32,570 | $25,482 | 30.2% | 52 |
| Rubicon | Gasoline | $39,820 | $30,495 | 32.1% | 59 |
| Willys | Gasoline | $35,425 | $25,675 | 34.7% | 21 |
How the 2021 Jeep Wrangler Compares to Other Years
At 30.9% depreciation, the 2021 Jeep Wrangler sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2022 has lost 26.6% (around $28,295), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $2,077 more. The older 2020 sits at 33.7% (around $23,693), so dropping back a year saves about $2,525. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.
Known Issues & Complaints
876 NHTSA complaints, 15 recalls reported.
STEERING
241 complaintsI am reporting a safety concern involving my vehicle’s steering system, front-end condition, and a recall I was not informed about. I brought the vehicle in for a routine tire rotation, at which time I was informed that the front camber was
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
232 complaintsThe 3.5-inch instrument panel cluster (IPC) in my Jeep has completely failed and gone blank. This is the exact safety defect described in NHTSA Campaign Number 24V652 (FCA Recall 30B). Because the screen is completely blank, I am entirely u
POWER TRAIN
123 complaints1. The vehicle caught fire during normal operation. It is a 2021 Jeep Wrangler (VIN [XXX]) subject to FCA US Recall 21D / NHTSA Campaign 26V363000, which identifies the electric hydraulic power steering (EHPS) pump and its wiring as a fire
SUSPENSION
60 complaintsSummary of Issue: The vehicle exhibited a repeatable dangerous steering oscillation after encountering road irregularities at speed. This occurred multiple times and is consistent with the known Wrangler “death wobble” condition for which a
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
56 complaintsThe high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failed internally while I was driving at night, causing the vehicle to suddenly stall and shut off completely while my children were in the vehicle. This resulted in an immediate loss of power and created
ENGINE
49 complaintsThe engine is overheating at idle speed and there's a phamtom coolant leak. We just bought this in January and are already having major issues. Seems to be a problem with the plastic coolant reservoir being near a very hot engine.
Top Issues
- STEERING
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- POWER TRAIN
- SUSPENSION
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 21V028000 (POWER TRAIN): Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat
- !Recall 22V638000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION): Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displayin
- !Recall 22V766000 (SEAT BELTS): Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Ram 1500, Jeep Gladiator, and 2021 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front seat belt retractors may have an improperly welded micro gas g
- !Recall 22V767000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE): Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump
2021 Jeep Wrangler Listings
Real 2021 Wrangler listings on the market now.
$29,990
2021 Willys Sport · White
15,660 mi · Birmingham, AL
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$28,990
2021 Willys Sport · Yellow
19,778 mi · San Antonio, TX
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$28,590
2021 Sport · White
24,989 mi · Memphis, TN
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$29,590
2021 Sport · White
27,291 mi · Columbus, OH
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$35,590
2021 Rubicon · Gray
28,663 mi · Dallas, TX
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$27,590
2021 Willys Sport · White
34,287 mi · Dallas, TX
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2021 Jeep Wrangler worth?
A 2021 Jeep Wrangler is typically worth around $26,218, with most listings falling between $23,555 and $31,143. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 47,480 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.
How much has the 2021 Jeep Wrangler depreciated?
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler has lost about 30.9% of its original $32,570 base MSRP — roughly $10,064 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.
How many miles does a used 2021 Wrangler have?
Listed 2021 Wranglers average about 47,480 miles, with most between 23,727 and 71,574. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.
What is a good price for a 2021 Jeep Wrangler?
For a 2021 Jeep Wrangler, anything under $24,885 is a strong deal, $24,885 to $29,990 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $29,990 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.
Methodology
Figures for the 2021 Jeep Wrangler are computed from 183 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.