The Jeep Wrangler has a multitude of aftermarket storage mods. Throughout history, the Jeep JK has had the biggest aftermarket supply for any vehicle.
Though the Jeep Wrangler has listless gains to it, one major drawback is its lack of storage space. The Wrangler’s storage capacity is extremely limited and owners are constantly looking for smart storage options in the market. Choosing a few among the sea of storage modifications available for the Wrangler is not easy at all.
Every pick allows the owner to customize their jeep according to their personality more and more with every upgrade. Each passing day, there’s a new Wrangler mod that enters the market but not all are useful and fully worth the price.
So we’ve made it all neat and summarized for you to make clever choices among the top 25 Jeep Wrangler storage mods to increase storage space and style simultaneously. All mods have been explained using one top-rated brand that is selling it. But that doesn’t mean those are the only options. You will see a lot more brands for the same mod anyway!
Passenger Area Storage Mods
Underseat Storage Organizer
- Fits conveniently under driver seat or Wrangler unlimited back seat
- Features two mesh pockets on outside for easy access
- Two dividers on inside to keep objects separated and secure more tools
- Handy zipper closure and carry handle
- Measures 12 inches long x 10 inches wide x 6 inches h
Underseat organizer makes optimal use of your vehicle’s interior space without giving it an odd look. This RoughRider under seat organizer is a great mod to fill up that bare space under the seat. One vivid problem with soft top and top-off jeeps is that you have very limited usable safe storage space. These types of underseat boxes give you just that space to store things of high monetary value or heavyweight.
Center Console Lock Box
- Bestop (special order only) Black lock box for center cons
The security added console lockbox from Bestop gives you a reasonable amount of space right at your hand to lock valuables out of harm’s way. It has openings for factory electrical plugs and USB ports too. Thus, it does not interfere with your seat adjustment and plug points. It comes fully secured with a high-tech, pick-resistant lock, and 2 keys. Made from 16 gauge carbon steel, this is your out-and-out protection spot for concealing your phone, wallet, etc.
Armrest Storage Box
- FITMENT - designed for 2018-2022 Jeep wranglerJL, JLU, Jeep Gladiator, JT 2 door and 4 Door.
- EXTRA SPACE - create an additional storage space outside the center console to store phone, keys, lipstick, hand cream and other small items.
- MATERIAL - made of high-quality ABS material, light, strong & durable, and washable.
- EASY INSTALLATION - simply place this storage organizers on center console.
- SATISFACTION GUARANTEE - return it for a full refund in 30 days, no questions asked money back and guarantee with 1-year warran
This is an attachable box that you can fit on the center console armrest within just seconds. You can place your quick grab-n-go items in this holding conveniently. It is designed to fit the arc of the Jeep Wrangler’s armrest box. Also, it does not affect the opening and closing of the console box either. This accessory is mainly for placing lightweight items such as cards, chargers, and handheld tools.
Front Door Pocket with Cup Holder
- Application - Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2011- 2018 JK JKU 2-4 Door.
- Material - Highest Quality ABS.
- Installtion - Cilp to install
- Package included - 2pcs Door Storage Replacement (Left and Right)
- Confidence & Guarantee - Return it for a full refund in 30 days, no questions asked money back guarantee with 12 months’ warran
Another accessory that enables you to store items light in weight right next to you is this door pocket with a single cup holder. This is made from high-quality ABS material to ensure a better grip on the bases. It is a great replacement mod for the net door pockets that JKs have. Place your cup in its place and you still have some extra space to put sachets, pills, or pamphlets in the same pocket. This takes only about a few seconds to install – no drill.
Passenger Grab Tray
- FITMENT - desgin for 2018 - 2022 Jeep Wrangler JL JLU & Jeep Gladiator JT
- EXTRA STORAGE - convenient place for paper towels, sunglasses, mobile phones, change and other small items.
- MATERIAL - made of high quality ABS material, and it is black stamping finish, rugged and durable.
- EASY INSTALLATION - put it in passenger grab handle.
- SATISFACTION GUARANTEE - return it for a full refund in 30 days, no questions asked money back guarantee with 1-year warran
One similar mod with even more space is a grab tray. This is already a common accessory in most vehicles. If you’re worried about securing your phone in a tight space without the rattling noise of it while conquering trails, this can be a slick new addition to the door. It’s a no-drill installation, a close fit mod to store keys, power banks, coins, or pretty much anything that can fit in it.
Overhead Cargo Net
- Size - 35.4 x 25.5 inch; Made of high quality polyester nylon mesh.
- The drawstring is a great feature to help secure your stuff.
- Prevent your items from rolling while driving
- Universal purpose - fits all cars, trucks and vans.
- The environmentally friendly PP buckle will not damage items and paint during u
The Yabcany mil-spec mesh overhead net is unlike any other cargo nets out there. The sticker price is also totally worth the quality it and comfort it gives. It has a double layer standard polyester nylon mesh and can be installed under 5 minutes by connecting the snaps to the top of the Jeep’s interior. You can use this overhead net to store all your lightweight accessories like blankets, rainwear, sleeping bag, jackets, and more. And the best thing is that it never bumps into anyone’s head as it is fully adjustable too.
Grab Handle Bag
- UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY: Fit for Jeep Wrangler JK JL JKU TJ YJ CJ JT 1965-2021
- MATERIAL: Made from 600D Oxford cloth with anti-tearing properties
- FEATURES: Adjustable hook and loop straps for easy installation
- EXTRA STORAGE: Three separate compartments for maximum storage
- SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: return it for a full refund in 30 days, no questions asked money back guarantee. Premium Support & 18 months Warra
While offroading, you’ll most probably need a small bag to carry all the immediate essentials when out of the vehicle. This grab handle bag can be simply attached to the passenger seat grab bar using the Velcro hook and loop straps to hold on to anything you place in it – but not overweight. The installation isn’t that complicated too. The bolt-on installation is super quick and it also comes in 4 stunning colors.
Saddle Bag
- Individual bag measures 32 long, 12 wide, 6 deep
- Secure to sport bar uprights for easy-access storage
- Outer accessory pockets provide easy access to small, frequently used items
- Premium fabric, color matched with factory colors
- Sold individually; converts to shoulder strap duffle bag for portabil
There’s this one (or two) side spaces on vehicles waiting to be gradually filled with trash or tiny items. Make full use of that side space between the rear seat and deck by adding a saddle bag. Saddle bags were specially designed for jeepers who have very limited space. Each bag measures 32″ x 12″ x 6″ – just enough to fill the little nooks of empty space in your Jeep.
Back Seat Organizer
- Multi-Pocket Storage
- 600D Polyester
- Can hold up to 10 iPad and tablets
- Dimensions: 16 W x 24 L. Water-resistant, machine-washable fabric for easy care
- 2 pack with 1 YEAR FREE RETURN & REPLACEM
A worthy low-cost alternative to Molle panels is this KNGUVTH back seat organizer. With Molle panels, you can’t really store drinks or snacks but this back seat organizer has separate mesh pouches too for storing snacks and edibles. This way you can get some additional space to keep the things which can’t be left lying around messily. It also keeps the passengers occupied with things throughout the journey. All the Jeeps owners traveling with kids may find this really handy to keep them nice and busy.
Overhead Console
- Manufactured using 3/16 inch solid plate, then covered
- Each overhead console features 6 individual storage pouches with additional storage inside
- Manufactured from 600 denier polyester with a PVC liner
- They are completely UV stable
- Deigned to match G.E.A.R. seat and tailgate cov
The Smittybilt G.E.A.R overhead console is such a cool mod that Overlanders cannot miss. This accessory is made of 3/16 inch steel plate, 600D polyester, and PVC liner. You can simply attach this to your jeep’s roll cage and store a good volume of materials in there. It has 6 size varying pouches and 6 different compartments.
Cargo Area Storage Mods
Locking Cubby Cover
- Weatherproof design
- Heavy duty, space saving, bottom mount roller bearing slides
- Durable Powder Coat Fin
This Cubby Cover is more of a replacement for the factory-made one which is too flimsy for withstanding rough Overland terrain. This highly functional, secured Cubby Cover made from 16 gauge steel is perfectly capable of locking all your most valuable things in one place. This USA-made product has a waterproof design to remain durable under any condition.
Security Deck Enclosure
- Package Dimensions: 43 L x 8 H x 34 W (inches)
- Package Weight : 66 pounds
- Country of Origin : United States
- Part Number: 326
Though the security deck enclosure may seem a little pricey, don’t jump to conclusions as it’s one of the safest storage mods you can get for your Jeep Wrangler – especially if it’s an open one. It has Tuffy’s exclusive security system that works in coordination with the Jeep’s locking mechanism to auto-disable the tailgate’s locks 16 seconds (approx) after locking the vehicle. The large size enables you to have slightly more than 20 000 cubic inches of lockable space. Easy no-drill installation process and quick no-tool lid removal as and when required.
Smittybilt G.E.A.R Tailgate Cover
- Interchangeable PAL/MOLLE storage pouches.
- Manufactured from 600 Denier Polyester.
- Designed to match the G.E.A.R seat cover
- Completely UV stable
- Item Number 5662324 Only fits 2007-2014 JK Models. Also available in Black, OD green and
It’s easy to get very creative with Jeep’s tailgate storage solutions. And this one is probably the most popular of them all. The Smittybilt G.E.A.R Tailgate Cover consists of inter-changeable MOLLE storage bags with 6 pouches. These bags made from 600 denier polyester is a quick-reach alternative for your most used utilities and tools. You get to choose from bold, slick colors to match your Jeep Wrangler. It features military grade stitching quality and it is great for adding some extra storage and giving your vehicle a warped look.
Cargo Interior Rack
- Fitment: Compatible with Jeep Wrangler JK Unlimited 4-Door 2007-2018 hard top, factory soft top, traditional square soft top.Will NOT work with the slant back soft tops that hug the roll cage.
- 16 Gauge CNC Punched Sheet Metal Design, Premium E-Coating Process for 5-Year Corrosion Protection and durability
- Holds Up to 300 lbs of Cargo, Equipped w/Elastic Rope Net to Help Secure Luggage
- Keeps Your Big Baggage Items which Under the Cargo Rack Safe by Locking the Tailgate After Removing the Car Top
- Simple Bolt-on Installation w/Clear and Detailed Instruct
Optimize your Jeep’s cargo space height by adding this Hooke Road interior rack to it. This simply turns your rear into a double-deck cargo area. And that means almost double the space too. You can also easily remove it if larger items are to be kept in place of it. It has a 16 gauge CNC punched steel metal design and aluminum coated slats, which enables it to hold up to 300 lbs of weight evenly. The installation process takes less than an hour or so and you’ve just got twice the space as before. It also holds the cargo below tight straps in case of any collisions or rollovers.
Lockable Cargo Drawer
- Straps offer possibility to mount fri
Another popular option among overlanders is cargo drawers. This modification makes the storage space easily accessible and provides high security with its key lock feature. That defines that things can be moved around more conveniently as it’s the same type of drawers we use at home. Though pricey, it does hold its value well as it’s designed with an anti-rattle implementation for both on road and off road driving. It is durable enough to mount a freezer on top of it with no dents. With the 330 lbs load capacity per drawer and a total of 660lbs with both drawers combined, you can pretty much store anything and everything in it.
Tailgate Table
- Fit for 2007-2017 Wrangler JK 2/4 Door & Unlimited 4 door
- Made of high quality Steel with Textured surface and Stainless steel hardware,anti-rust and anti-corrosive, withstand 75Ibs
- Including mounting hardware, need simple drilling for installing
- DIMENSIONS: 23.64± x 12.21± x 9.06± inch
- Offer 2 year warra
Another unique upgrade is the mounted tailgate table. This is a great storage choice for carrying out your cooking utilities in a neat and organized way. This tailgate table can hold 75 lbs of weight at a time and is anti-rust and anti-corrosive too. Once done, you can fold it up again in seconds. This is a must-have mod for overlanders as cooking in the wild can get very messy indeed.
Locking Utility Box
- Heavy duty steel construction with durable powder coat finish
- Lift out tool/tote tray, two removable drawers and screw driver storage slots
- Locking lid to secure contents
- Includes non-slip, soft-grip liners
- Fits 5 gallon metal gas can mou
Having all the tools stored in a compact and safe space is such a relief for drivers – especially the smaller tools. However, to keep them “well-organized” also, is a whole new feeling of satisfaction. This Rampage tool box does just the thing by providing enough space for any type of small-sized handheld tool. It’s made of 14 gauge heavy-duty steel and has a locking lid also. Getting your tools in order will definitely clear up space for more interior storage space.
Rooftop Storage Mods
Roof Rack
- FITMENT - Compatible with 2007 - 2018 Wrangler JK 2/4 Door
- FRONT WIND DEFLECTOR ADDED - Perfect blend of form and function.
- MATERIAL & FINISH - Made from fully welded 1 round steel tubing. Textured black powder coat.
- PACKAGE INCLUDED - Front and rear roof rack pieces and necessary mounting hardware.
- NO DRILLING REQUIRED - No drilling or vehicle modifications required. Note: This roof rack allows to remove your freedom top on 4 door J
We all already know that this is a mandatory mod for every overlander. In terms of expanding the vehicle’s storage space, this does just the job by giving you a large space capacity to haul heavy cargo bags and overlanding equipment. This sturdy product from EAG is secured with clamps, mounting brackets and hinge brackets. It also features a unique air deflector which minimized empty clattering noise and wind noise constantly. You can install this to the Jeep’s rooftop bolt-on, no drilling is required. All this put together, you’ve just got your jeep a sturdy roof rack that you can rely on to haul even the heaviest loads without a stutter.
Mesh Roof / Cargo Net Hammock
- UNIVERSAL CARGO NET: The cargo net is measuring 61.5” x 19”, fit for Jeep Wrangler YJ, TJ, JK, JKU, JL, JLU, for Jeep Gladiator JT.
- ROOF HAMMOCK: Providing you a comfortable place to have a rest.
- FLEXIBLE CARGO NETTING: Durable and stable net will prevent items getting tossed around and causing distractions, hazards, or injuries.
- SIMPLE INSTALLATION: Easily install onto roll bars with reinforced hook and loop tape, firmly holds up to 220 Lbs.
- NO-RISK PURCHASE: Unconditional 30-Day Money-Back Guarant
The mesh roof or cargo net hammock is yet another cheap but amazing storage mod you’re ought to have. You can stretch and fit this over the cargo area’s roll bars or roof top as per your liking. Though the company specifies 220 lbs as the maximum weight, some reviews show that the high quality Velcro has the capability to hold over 370 lbs of weight! That means that you can either carry cargo or even yourself on the hammock. No tosses or turns. Not just that, you can use it however you’d like – as a pet barrier, cargo net, roof net but no, not as an overhead net because it is not designed for that purpose.
Rooftop Cargo Carrier
- Provides an extra 16 cubic feet of space.
- 4 sturdy, heavy duty straps can always secure your rooftop carrier bag. An anti-slip mat keeps the cargo bag in place.
- The waterproof Cartop Carrier keeps your cargo dry by applying 100% waterproof Nylon fiber. Robust Kevlar threads, heat-welded seams and reliable zipper together provide triple waterproof protection.
- Compatible with vehicles with or without roof rack.
In case you haven’t bought the right roof rack for your jeep, you do have another way round. You can go for this much cheaper cargo carrier that costs only $82.97. It has a military grade Nylon Cordura fabric waterproof design and a storage space of 16 cu – that’s almost equal to a Sedan trunk. It can be fitted with or without a roof rack using its Duraflex buckles and high friction mat. But for no roof rack fitting, you’ll need to buy separate door hooks. With such roof bags, you can keep your cargo dry and free up tons of interior space too.
External Storage Mods
Hitch Mounted Cargo Rack/Basket
- Fit for 2007- 2018 Wrangler JK OE Tailgate.
- Manufactured from durable steel tube.
- Adds extra storage space.
- Attaches to Tailgate. No drilling is required for a 100% bolt-on installation!
- Accepts Defender accessories, such as shovel and jack mou
This upgrade can be attached to the exterior of a tailgate without any drilling. It is a clever supplementary jeep storage solution that can hold up to 75 lbs of cargo. As long as the tires don’t go above 37 inches, you can have your luggage, jack, or anything you’d like on this EAG product.
XHD Storage Bumper Ends
- LOCKABLE BUMPER SYSTEM
- EASY TO ATTACH
- FIVE YEAR WARRANTY: Our Rugged Ridge products are covered by industry leading 5 year warranty & Rugged Ridge Floor Liners have Limited Lifetime Warranties providing customers with repair or replacements subject to certain common exclusio
Beef up your Jeep’s front lock while increasing your storage space with these bumper ends. Add these stainless steel aluminum or standard carbon steel made (according to material preference) to your bumper and store gears in them. And no, these heavy-duty bumpers are not affected by mud or mushy terrain as they are tightly fitted to endure such. Also, you’ve got 60 different customization options to choose from. This is a great storage-cum-style accessory for any Jeep Wrangler.
Spare Tire Bag
- SUPERIOR QUALITY & VERSATILITY
- DURABLE & REINFORCED: measures 24 X 17 X 8 and has a PVC reinforced base, making it great for storing truck gear
- 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: 1 year money-back guarantee
- MULTI-FUNCTION
- GREAT GIFT FOR CAMP
For any off-roader or overlander, leaving behind trash in the open is a big no-no. Of course, you can’t keep them close to your clean accessories too. The most efficient way to make space for waste storage is by adding a spare tire trash bag. This heavy-duty, waterproof 16oz canvas trash carrier holds up to 50+ lbs easily. This PVS reinforced base bag has 6 wide straps and buckles to keep it tight and secure even at high speeds.
Off-Road Jack and Accessory Mount
The question of where to store the jack and shovel is confusing and frustrating for many. It’s heavy and you can’t go without it either. One way to escape this is by getting a good jack and shovel mount. This mount can be swiftly fitted onto any sturdy base of your Jeep interior or exterior. Though it may seem a little expensive for a few pieces of metal, it does save a lot of stress from managing those heavy tools.
Conclusion
That’s about it. As you can see, several prominent companies like Rugged Ridge, Bestop, Smittybilt, etc. love building storage modifications and upgrades for the Wrangler. If you’d like to increase the Jeep’s storage space, it can be done in every possible way and this is an example of that.
So there will be no more a thing as “limited” storage capacity in your Jeep Wrangler. This list is just the scratch of the surface to give you a clear idea of all the places you can optimize to enhance space. All these mods can brighten your overall driving and camping experience, just like that.
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