2023 Grand Wagoneer Earns Best Full-Size SUV Distinction at Newsweek Autos Awards
The Grand Wagoneer, elevating American luxury to unprecedented heights, has been crowned the victor in Newsweek’s annual 2023 Autos Awards competition as the Best Full-Size SUV. Additionally, the Jeep Wagoneer earned prestigious accolades as it was recognized for its Best Family-Friendly Technology and Best Passenger Ecosystem.
The Grand Wagoneer boasts a multitude of remarkable attributes, which encompass its renowned 4×4 prowess, a robust standard 510-horsepower Hurricane Twin Turbo engine, an impressive towing capacity of up to 9,800 pounds, a wealth of premium in-cabin entertainment choices for passengers, opulent and cozy seating spanning three rows, and state-of-the-art, user-friendly driver-assist technologies. In 2023, the Grand Wagoneer lineup expanded to introduce the L long wheelbase model, which extends the vehicle’s overall length by 12 inches and its wheelbase by 7 inches.
“For Grand Wagoneer to be recognized by Newsweek as the Best Full-Size SUV for two years in a row is a testament to what we set out to do every day – provide the most premium large SUV. This award is validation that the Grand Wagoneer is tops in its segment, offering unsurpassed performance and capability and premium materials and features, such as available Amazon Fire TV Built-in and exclusive McIntosh audio,” said Jim Morrison, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand North America.
Wagoneer sets the standard for opulent interiors within the expansive and high-end SUV categories, showcasing refined American aesthetics, expertly executed detailing, and contemporary amenities. The interior design of both the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer is meticulously crafted to cater to the needs of active consumers, offering best-in-class attributes such as overall passenger volume, total volume, third-row headroom, and second- and third-row legroom. Additionally, it boasts the most cargo space available behind the third row.
Family-Friendly Technology
Jeep’s Wagoneer is a showcase of cutting-edge, next-generation technological advancements. This includes features like a rear-seat monitoring camera, a Head-up Display on the windshield, a frameless digital cluster, a premium McIntosh audio system, a 10.25-inch interactive display for the front passenger, integrated Amazon Fire TV, and an expansive digital screen area totaling up to 75 inches. Wagoneer excels in its class, offering a remarkable towing capacity of up to 10,000 lbs., making it capable of towing a wide range of items while passengers enjoy seamless integration of advanced technology and connectivity from within the vehicle.
The Grand Wagoneer redefines luxury, exemplifying the use of authentic materials, such as handcrafted Satin American Walnut wood trim, Palermo leather-trimmed seats with exquisite quilting, and leather-wrapped elements like the instrument panel, consoles, and door panels, all adorned with accent stitching.
Best Passenger Ecosystem
To enhance space and versatility, the Wagoneer L and Grand Wagoneer L models are extended by 12 inches, measuring 226.7 inches in total length, compared to the standard-wheelbase versions. With a 130-inch wheelbase (an increase of 7 inches over the standard wheelbase), and an expansive 44.2 cubic feet of cargo area behind the third row (a substantial gain of 15.8 cubic feet compared to the standard wheelbase models), the Wagoneer L and Grand Wagoneer L have been meticulously designed and engineered to deliver unparalleled comfort for up to eight passengers and ample room for oversized cargo and equipment. These extended models preserve the award-winning characteristics of the standard-wheelbase counterparts, featuring robust and efficient Hurricane engines, the legendary capability of three available 4×4 systems, exceptional driving dynamics, class-leading towing capability of up to 10,000 pounds, and cutting-edge safety and technology innovations.