2018 Jeep Wrangler Sport S

The 2018 Wrangler is Jeep's iconic off-roader, the one you see with the doors off on sunny days and the one that will go places most SUVs can't. It's genuinely fun to drive, especially with the top and doors off, and the 4WD system is ready for trails and rock crawling. The ride is on the rough side and it's noisy on the highway, but that's the trade for the capability and the open-air experience. Cargo space is tight with the rear seat up, though the seat flips forward to open up more room, and getting kids into the back is a bit of a climb. The Sport S is the entry-level Wrangler, sitting below the Sahara and Rubicon, and it keeps things simple with steel wheels and a soft top. Its 2.0L I4 makes 270 horsepower and pairs with the six-speed manual, which gives you direct control on the trail but means more shifting in traffic. The Command-Trac part-time 4WD system is standard, and the two-door body keeps the wheelbase short for tight off-road maneuvers.