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Free Jeep Wrangler TJ VIN Decoder

Decode your Jeep Wrangler TJ VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 4 variants (1996+). No registration.

1996+ 4 variants SUV Petrol

Jeep Wrangler TJ specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Wrangler TJ variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
4.0L 3AT AWD (177 HP) 1996 Petrol 4.0 L 174 bhp AUTOMATIC 3sp — —
4.0L 5MT AWD (177 HP) 1996 Petrol 4.0 L 174 bhp MANUAL 5sp — —
2.4L 5MT AWD (143 HP) 1996 Petrol 2.4 L 141 bhp MANUAL 5sp — —
2.5L 5MT AWD (118 HP) 1996 Petrol 2.5 L 116 bhp MANUAL 5sp — —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

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Other Wrangler TJ generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Jeep Wrangler TJ VIN FAQ

What does a Jeep Wrangler TJ VIN tell you?+
A Jeep Wrangler TJ VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Jeep Wrangler TJ?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Jeep Wrangler TJ made?+
Our database covers the Jeep Wrangler TJ for model years 1996+, across 4 variants.
Is the Jeep Wrangler TJ VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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