Over time, it’s not uncommon for the factory headlights on your Jeep Wrangler JK to become lackluster. This could be from damage that caused fading, clouding, or yellowing, or maybe they don’t light up the road at night the way you need them to. When this happens, it opens the door to the automotive aftermarket with its plentiful headlight upgrades and replacement kits. Whether you are using your Jeep as a mall crawler or rock crawler, you want your lights to look their best and function properly to keep you and your passengers safe, as well as those around you.
Upgrading your Wrangler lights to an LED setup is a popular move as they are more efficient, last incredibly long, and deliver a crystal-clear beam for improved visibility. LED lights project ultra-bright white light beams that rival the stock setup and allow you to see nearly twice the distance! And, with different housing finishes, halo options, and color options, the possibilities are virtually endless. We put together a list of the top 4 best headlights for the Wrangler JK so that you can spend less time searching and more time enjoying a fresh set. Stand out among the rest and driver safer with an upgraded headlight assembly.
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1. KC HiLiTES Gravity LED 7-inch Headlight
The Gravity 7” headlight has been redesigned from the ground up optically, electronically, and aesthetically to exceed all standards and customer expectations. It is the successor to KC HiLiTES’ original 7″ LED headlight that launched in 2013. Using patented Gravity Reflective Diode (GRD) technology, KC HiLiTES was able to develop incredibly controlled beam patterns that deliver max output. KC also angled its headlights strategically to reflect as much light as possible to the proper areas to create super functional and bright beams.
The housing is crafted from durable die-cast aluminum with a hard-coated polycarbonate lens that stands up well to the elements (i.e. tough terrain and harsh climates). These headlights also feature low and high beams with built-in daytime running lights and anti-flicker capacitors. KC HiLiTES Gravity LED headlights are an affordable option for Wrangler JK owners that will certainly outshine the stock setup with a durable and brilliant upgrade that boasts unparalleled performance that you can actually see with your very eyes. These IP68-rated headlights are also completely plug-and-play as they install directly to the Jeep’s factory connectors.
Features:
- 2 x 40W Gravity LED 7″ headlights
- Hard-coated polycarbonate lens
- Precision die-cast aluminum housing
- KC engineered polished reflector optics
- DOT-compliant low and high beam
- Full plug-and-play for JK Wrangler
2. DV8 Offroad LED Projector Headlights
The DV8 Offroad LED Projector Headlights are a big upgrade from the stock Wrangler JK headlights in terms of brightness and style. They use advanced optics technology to make the most out of the LED lights housed within them. This projector headlight sends a bright and purposeful pattern toward the front of the Jeep, delivering almost twice the visibility distance of a stock headlight. Many users of this headlight assembly also favor the white light that they give off rather than the standard amber color from the factory. The DV8 Wrangler JK headlights are available with and without a white halo and both styles include a full harness for a quick and easy installation process. There are absolutely no modifications needed to upgrade to this kit.
The DB8 projector headlights will give your Wrangler a dramatic new look with the perfect balance of form and function. They are crafted from premium-grade materials for longevity and are built tough to withstand harsh off-road conditions. The polycarbonate lenses are strong and durable with a sleek black powder-coated finish that offers superior protection. Experience enhanced visibility and brightness over the stock setup so you can drive safer and more confidently. Enjoy high-quality headlights at a budget-friendly price with DV8 Offroad.
Features:
- 7” Round projector LED headlights
- White halo accent lighting rather than amber
- Increases lighting distance with sleek styling
- LED-style headlight bulbs for high and low beams
- Strong polycarbonate clear lenses w/ black housing
- Meets ISO and OEM standards
- Basic plug-and-play installation
3. Oracle ColorSHIFT Halo Headlights
Oracle’s ColorSHIFT headlights will color your Jeep Wrangler JK with eye-catching style and versatility. These pre-assembled headlights let you score a whole new style without altering your existing setup. With a brilliant light output and virtually endless color options, these headlights are everything you could ask for. With these ColorSHIFT halos, you can choose from many different colors like blue, red, green, white, purple, and more! The Oracle halos have a strobe light mode and brightness adjustments too. These functions can be done by RF, IR, or WiFi and RF signal remotes that can reach about 100 feet.
Oracle LED (SMD) halo kits use high-powered Surface Mount Diodes to deliver brilliant illumination that is easily visible in all conditions, even direct sunlight. The LED halo rings are composed of a six-layer circuit board that gives it a rigid structure and is powered directly to 12-volt power. Oracle ColorSHIFT kits use RGB Lighting Technology and are capable of producing literally hundreds of vibrant colors to suit your taste or current mood. The use of a special tri-node 5050 LED allows them to produce any color via the included control unit, making this headlight package one of the most popular and unique ones on the market.
If you don’t want to perform an install into the housings yourself, this is a great option because Oracle’s trained techs installed and wired the high-quality LEDs in a dust-free housing that is ready to go. Oracle’s headlight housings meet the durability and quality standards of OEM factory headlights with incredible functionality that complies with the safety requirements of the DOT and SAE. Personalize your Wrangler with show-stopping looks and industry-leading performance with Oracle’s ColorSHIFT assembly today.
Features:
- Chrome housing with clear lens
- Multiple LED color choices
- 100 ft. range wireless controller
- OEM factory-style headlights
- OEM factory-like fitment
- LED halos rated for 100,000 hours
- ORACLE Lighting Halos Pre-Installed
- Arrives ready to be installed
- FMVSS 108 and SAE Compliant
4. Morimoto Super7 2.0 Headlights
Drive confidently in the night with improved visibility thanks to Morimoto’s Super7 LED Headlights for the Jeep Wrangler JK. Super7 is the world’s first high-performance, fully modular Bi-LED replacement for all industry-standard 7-inch round headlights. Nothing on the market comes close to offering the same quality, illumination, customization, and ease of assembly. These powerful headlights feature top-of-the-line LED technology that is rated to last for up to 10,000 hours. Morimoto’s Bi-LED projector has a Kuria-Optic clear lens and curved cutoff shield to produce a beam pattern that is wide and well-defined. These headlights produce 5000K of pure white light for exceptional visibility with 2,812 lumens of luminosity.
The design and construction of the Morimoto Jeep Wrangler headlights complement the capability and durability of your off-road rig. The front of the housing is made from injection-molded plastic and the back is crafted with black powder-coated cast aluminum. The lenses are manufactured with UV-treated polycarbonate for maximum protection against the elements (i.e. weather and impacts). Best of all, the Morimoto Super7 Headlights were designed specifically for use on Jeep Wranglers so they fit like a glove. That means it is a complete plug-and-play installation that uses your truck’s factory mounting location without any modifications needed.
Features:
- Lens Material: UV-Coated polycarbonate
- Housing Material: Powdercoated cast aluminum
- Traffic Pattern: LHD / DOT
- Input Voltage: 9-16V DC
- Rated Lifespan: 10,000 Hours
- Power: 25 watts
- Intensity: 2,970lm (Raw), 2,812lm (Effective)
- Light Source: 12x Nichia NCSW170C
- Color Rating: 5900K (Cool White)
