2023 Jeep Wagoneer L SUV

　　

2023 Jeep Wagoneer L Review

byMark TakahashiCorrespondent

　　Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Mark has also contributed to Motor Trend, Auto Aficionado, Chevy High Performance and several motorcycle magazines in various roles. Mark is also a juror on the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and can be seen regularly on the zzdcar YouTube channel and sometimes representing the company in media interviews.

　　As a follow-up to last year's debut of an all-new Wagoneer, a full-size SUV with a healthy amount of luxury, Jeep doubles down with an even larger variant: the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer L. The L stands for long wheelbase, and the distance between the front and rear axles has been extended by 7 inches and the overall length has grown a full foot from nose to tail. Most long-wheelbase versions of large SUVs increase both passenger space and cargo capacity compared to the standard-wheelbase versions. Instead, the Wagoneer L opts to keep the passenger space the same and only enlarges the cargo area.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer L 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$190/mo  for Wagoneer L Base

　　Wagoneer L Base

　　4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) - $62,495 MSRP4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) - $65,495 MSRPSeries II 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) - $68,080 MSRPSeries II 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) - $71,080 MSRPSeries II Carbide 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) - $71,775 MSRPSeries II Carbide 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) - $74,775 MSRPSeries III 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) - $74,220 MSRPSeries III 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) (Most Popular) - $77,220 MSRP

　　vs

　　$229/mo

　　Avg. Large SUV

　　We're actually fine with the same-size passenger space since the smaller Wagoneer can already comfortably accommodate adults in its third row. Compared to the Wagoneer's 27.4 cubic foot cargo capacity, the Wagoneer L can hold upwards of 50% more with its 42.1 cubic feet. That likely means you can haul eight adults and their luggage in a single trip.

　　As much as we applaud the huge gain in cargo space, the Wagoneer L is somewhat held back by its rough-riding standard suspension. It suffers with an bouncy and unsettled feel, while handling is hampered by noticeable body roll when cornering. We're partial to the air suspension that is noticeably more comfortable and confident. Unfortunately, it's only available on the top Series III trim that costs a lot more than the base model.

　　Among other extended-wheelbase SUVs, the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer L holds a slight advantage in cargo space as well as fuel economy and off-road capabilities. That makes it a solid rival to the Chevrolet Suburban, the related GMC Yukon XL and the Ford Expedition Max.

　　

Which Wagoneer L does zzdcar recommend?

Higher Wagoneer L trims tend to get rather expensive for what you're getting, which is why we recommend the base Wagoneer L model. We'd also add the optional Convenience Group package to get several safety and convenience features such as lane keeping assistance, adaptive cruise control, heated second-row seats, a surround-view camera system and a wireless charging pad.

　　

Jeep Wagoneer L models

The 2023 Jeep Wagoneer L is an eight-passenger large SUV that is available in three trim levels: base Wagoneer L, Series II and Series III. All models are powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged six-cylinder engine (420 horsepower, 468 lb-ft of torque). It's paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission that drives the rear wheels. Four-wheel drive is available as an option.

　　Wagoneer L

　　The base Wagoneer L comes very well equipped with a long list of standard features that include:

　　18-inch alloy wheels LED exterior lighting Side steps Roof rails Hands-free liftgate Pre-wired class IV hitch receiver Keyless entry and ignition Remote start Three-zone automatic climate control Leather upholstery Heated and ventilated front seats Driver's seat memory functions Power-adjustable pedals Power-adjustable, heated steering wheel 40/20/40-split folding second-row bench 60/40-split folding third-row bench with power-folding headrests Household-style power outletThe Wagoneer also comes with:

　　Digital instrument panel 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen Nine-speaker Alpine audio system Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration Satellite radio Wi-Fi hotspot Integrated navigation systemIf you opt for four-wheel drive, you also get:

　　Single-speed transfer case Off-road apps in the infotainment systemStandard driver assist features include:

　　Frontal collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse) Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking) Emergency vehicle alerts (warn if emergency vehicles are approaching) Rear seat reminder (alerts you to check the rear seat before exiting the vehicle)Series II

　　This midrange trim adds a handful of convenience and safety upgrades such as:

　　20-inch wheels Rain-sensing wipers Ambient interior lighting Wireless charging pad Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front) Lane keeping assistance (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)Heavy-Duty Trailer-Tow package

　　Electronic rear limited-slip differential Improved engine cooling Trailer brake controller Enhanced hitch-view camera Removable rear tow hookSeries III

　　This top trim adds:

　　Adaptive air suspension (with 4WD; can raise or lower the ride height of the vehicle and adjust to improve ride comfort and handling stability) Heated second-row seats Automatic high beams Head-up display (with 4WD; displays important information in your sight line on the windshield) Two-speed transfer case (with 4WD; for low-range gearing)Some of the features found on the Series II and III can be added to a lower trim as options by way of the Convenience Group package. This option package also includes:

　　Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the vehicle and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Intersection collision assistance (can warn you of an impending collision during turn and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Automated parking system Second-row sunshadesOther significant packages or options to look out for include:

　　Heavy-Duty Trailer-Tow package Second-row captain's chairs (seven-passenger seating configuration) Dual-screen rear entertainment system Separate front passenger infotainment display Premium Group 20- or 22-inch wheels Power-deployable running boards Roof rail cross bars Three-pane panoramic sunroof Cargo cover 19-speaker McIntosh premium audio system

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