The Honda Ridgeline, on the other hand, is also a powerful off-road choice. At the heart, the new Honda Ridgeline features a 3.6L V-6 engine with 280 horsepower, and 262 lb.-ft. of torque. As a further convenience, the new Honda Ridgeline also comes standard with a 9-speed automatic transmission. 

All in all the Jeep Wrangler and the Honda Ridgeline base models are both semi-similar. The only difference is that the new Jeep Wrangler has a slight advantage over the Honda Ridgeline. Come to think of it the new Jeep Wrangler comes available with an arsenal of V6 and V8 engine choices, and the Honda Ridgeline is exclusively offered with a single engine configuration choice. 

Yes! That's right. The standard max towing capacity for the Jeep Wrangler is 3,500 lbs. That's more then enough power to haul all of your extreme outdoor sports gear. And if you're still looking for more power, higher trim levels come available with a max towing capacity of 7,000 lbs.

On the flip side, the Honda Ridgeline has a standard max towing capacity of 5,000 lbs. It also has a payload of 1,583 lbs. From this perspective the Honda Ridgeline offers more power than the Jeep Wrangler. 

However if you look at the new Jeep Wrangler's full engine lineup you'll notice that the new Jeep Wrangler offers a variety of engine configurations to accommodate all of your traveling needs. 

If you're looking for a new vehicle that gives you more confidence on and off-road the Jeep Wrangler and the Honda Ridgeline are both fantastic vehicles, with distinct approaches. 

The Jeep Wrangler on the one hand comes standard with Jeep's Command-Trac 4x4 System. Command Trac is a part-time 4x4 system that allows the driver to switch between 2WD and 4WD. It offers high and low range gearing for improved traction on various terrains. Higher trim levels come standard with the Jeep's signature Rock-Track 4x4 system.

On the flip side, the Honda Ridgeline comes available with Honda's Intelligent Variable Torque management AWD System. In like manner the Honda I-VTM4 AWD System is designed to provide optimal traction in various conditions. 

In terms of features, the new Jeep Wrangler comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen display and the Honda Ridgeline comes standard with a 7-inch touchscreen display. Added to that, the new Jeep Wrangler comes standard with an 8-speaker audio system and the Honda Ridgeline comes standard with a 6-speaker audio system. And if that's not enough, the new Jeep Wrangler also comes standard with Jeep's latest Uconnect 5 system.

Both vehicles come standard with:

After taking a close look at the new Jeep Wrangler vs Honda Ridgeline, we believe that the new Jeep Wrangler is the superior choice. Aside from the Jeep's signature 4x4 system, the new Jeep Wrangler offers an iconic exterior design, impressive performance, and a slew of high-tech features. Not to mention the new Jeep Wrangler offers a variety high-spirited engine choices. Regardless if you live in Chicago, Lansing, Munster, South Hammond, or any surrounding area, the new Jeep Wrangler is a great off-road vehicle.  But don't just take our word for it. See for yourself at Napleton River Oaks CDJR conveniently located at 17225 Torrence Avenue, Lansing IL, 60438.