Jeep Wagoneer / Grand Wagoneer Sole Generation (2022-present)
Body-on-frame full-size revival. Hemi V8 / Hurricane I6 / 6.4L V8. Three rows. Wagoneer S BEV (2025+).
WS platform — Ram 1500 DT body-on-frame architecture with luxury-tuned suspension, more refined interior, premium trim. Single generation across ICE production. Wagoneer (mid-luxury, $58k+ MSRP): 5.7L Hemi V8 with eTorque 48V mild-hybrid (392 hp / 404 lb-ft) 2022-2023, replaced by 3.0L Hurricane high-output twin-turbo I6 (420 hp / 468 lb-ft) from 2023. Grand Wagoneer (premium-luxury, $90k+ MSRP): 6.4L Hemi V8 (471 hp / 455 lb-ft) 2022-2023, replaced by 3.0L Hurricane HO twin-turbo I6 (510 hp / 500 lb-ft) from 2023 onwards — the Hurricane I6 swap was substantial, providing more power with better fuel economy than either Hemi V8 it replaced. 8-speed ZF 8HP-series automatic. RWD or 4WD with two-speed transfer case (low-range). Quadra-Lift air suspension with five height modes standard on Grand Wagoneer (1.4-inch lower entry/exit, 4.5-inch additional clearance off-road), optional on Wagoneer. Long-wheelbase L variants add 12 inches of length, significant 3rd-row legroom and cargo. Towing 9,860-10,000 lb. Three-row seating standard, 7- or 8-passenger configurations. Standard equipment scaled by trim: leather throughout, 12-inch infotainment, 10.25-inch passenger touchscreen (Grand Wagoneer Series II+), 23-speaker McIntosh audio (Grand Wagoneer Series III), 75-inch panoramic glass roof, hands-free power liftgate, head-up display, night vision (optional). Trims: Wagoneer Base / Series II / Series III; Grand Wagoneer Series I / II / III / Obsidian. Wagoneer S BEV (added 2025): completely separate STLA Large electric platform (not body-on-frame, unibody construction), dual-motor AWD 600 hp / 617 lb-ft, 100 kWh battery, EPA-rated 303-mile range, 800V architecture supporting 200 kW DC fast charging, 0-60 in 3.4 sec — fastest Jeep ever. Built at Warren Truck Assembly (ICE Wagoneers).
Strengths
- Body-on-frame architecture (genuine luxury truck)
- Hurricane HO twin-turbo I6 (510 hp on Grand Wagoneer)
- Wagoneer S BEV (600 hp, 0-60 in 3.4 sec)
- Quadra-Lift air suspension (five height modes)
- 23-speaker McIntosh audio (Grand Wagoneer Series III)
- Long-wheelbase L variants
- 9,860-10,000 lb towing
- Three-row seating standard
Weaknesses
- Heavy curb weight (6,400+ lb on Grand Wagoneer)
- Fuel economy modest (17 mpg combined V8)
- Hemi V8 discontinued 2024 — orphaned for purists
- Cabin tech behind Escalade IQ on early cars
- Brand-new model line — limited service history
- Resale uncertain vs Escalade / Navigator
Notable tech
- Body-on-frame architecture (Ram 1500 DT-shared)
- 3.0L Hurricane HO twin-turbo I6 (510 hp Grand Wagoneer)
- Quadra-Lift air suspension (five modes)
- 23-speaker McIntosh audio (Grand Wagoneer Series III)
- Wagoneer S BEV (800V architecture, 600 hp)
- 10.25-inch passenger touchscreen
- Long-wheelbase L variants
Common issues
- Hurricane I6 plenum gasket weep at high mileage
- Air-suspension valve learning on early cars
- Uconnect 5 infotainment occasional freezes
- Hemi V8 lifter failures (2022-2023)
- Power liftgate motor early-car failures
- Too new for substantial long-term issue patterns
Used-market budget
$78,000
Wagoneer 2022-2023 V8 $48-72k. Wagoneer 2024+ Hurricane I6 $58-85k. Grand Wagoneer 2022-2023 V8 $72-98k. Grand Wagoneer 2024+ Hurricane HO $90-130k. Wagoneer S BEV (2025+) $72-95k. Long-wheelbase L variants command premium.
