The Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer launched in 2022 are the return of the models after 30 years, but you do not have to call them Jeeps.
The full-vehicle sports utility vehicles are treated by the carmaker as an “extension” of the Jeep brand and do not bear its name. This is similar to what Land Rover does with Range Rover.
You will not find it at every Jeep dealer either. Only those stores that have received a JD Power Customer First award and are willing to set up a dedicated Wagoneer division in their showrooms and meet other service requirements will be certified to sell the trucks.
The Wagoneer Series II starts at $ 69,995.
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It’s all part of the effort to differentiate them as a premium offering that will compete with a range of vehicles from the Ford Expedition and Chevrolet Tahoe to the Cadillac Escalade.
The Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer are equal in size and share their body on the frame construction, with the names indicating two layers of decorations. Their boxy style with large windows and lattice gratings is inspired by the look of the original.
The Grand Wagoneer has the Wagoneer name in its grille instead of on the hood.
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The Wagoneer base prices range from $ 59,995 to $ 74,995 and the Grand Wagoneer from $ 88,995 to $ 105,995. However, the lowest priced model offered at launch is the $ 69,995 Wagoneer Series II.
The Wagoneer is powered by a 5.7-liter 398-hp V8 and the Grand Wagoneer has a 471-hp, 6.4-liter V8, both engines mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Unlike the Grand Wagoneer concept unveiled last fall, a plug-in hybrid power source is currently unavailable.
The Wagoneer is standard with rear-wheel drive, but three Quadra-Trac four-wheel-drive systems with greater capacity are optional. The Grand Wagoneer is only available with four-wheel drive and also gets a standard air suspension system that can increase its ride height by 2 inches to provide up to 10 centimeters ground clearance for off-road driving or to lower the vehicle for better fuel economy. and easy access. Both models are available with a package that gives them a tow rating of £ 10,000, beating the second best Ford Expedition by £ 700.
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They are both larger and have more luggage space for passengers and rear than the standard-size versions of the Ford and GM SUVs, but are smaller than the extended wheelbase versions, such as the Ford Expedition Max and Chevrolet Suburban. The Wagoneer has seating for eight passengers, but an arrangement of seven passengers with captain seats in the second row is available as standard on the Grand Wagoneer.
The Wagoneer has fewer exhibits and simpler finishes than the Grand Wagoneer.
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The interior designs are similar, but the Grand Wagoneer offers higher quality upholstery and decoration throughout and can be presented with seven digital exhibits.
The Grand Wagoneer’s display to the passenger can be used to control the information system and watch videos.
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These include the instrument cluster, infotainment system, climate control panels for the front and rear passengers, two rear seat entertainment screens with built-in Amazon Fire and a first version on the front of the passenger that can be used to control the navigation and sound systems, and also watch video with audio powered by a 2375 watt McIntosh audio system in top models.
Unlike the old trucks, you will not find wood panels on the sides, but the Grand Wagoneer compensates for this somewhat with large pieces of real walnut finish on the dashboard, doors and center console.
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A wide range of electronic driver aids are available in the range that include standard adjustable cruise control and automatic emergency brakes; a digital rearview mirror with video input; a 360-degree camera system with a bird’s-eye view; a front infrared night vision room; and an active job centering system, offered on an unspecified date with a hands-on management function.
Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer bookings are currently accepted with a $ 500 deposit and deliveries will begin according to the second half of 2021.