The 2023 Grand Wagoneer by Jeep has taken the luxury SUV world by storm. With an all-new advertising campaign with Derek and Hannah Jeter, heaps of praise by journalists and car buyers alike, the Grand Wagoneer now has been named Newsweek’s Best Full-Size SUV in their annual 2023 Autos Awards competition. The Wagoneer was also given an award for Best Family-Friendly Technology and Best Passenger Ecosystem.
What Is Newsweek?
Newsweek was founded as a weekly print magazine in 1933 and since then, has been one of the most trusted and respected news sources in America.
What This Means For Grand Wagoneer
“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,” said Jim Morrison, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand North America. “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.”
Engine & Towing
The Wagoneer is powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-6 that produces 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque, while the Grand Wagoneer, is powered by the same twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-6, dubbed the 510, and outputs 510 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque. Both vehicles feature an 8-speed automatic transmission. Depending on the axle ratio and having 2WD or 4WD, the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer are able to tow from 5,870 lbs up to 10,000 lbs.
Long Wheelbase
The long wheelbase Wagoneer L and Grand Wagoneer L are 12 inches longer and have a wheelbase that is 7 inches longer than the standard wheelbase SUVs.
Best Family-Friendly Tech
As mentioned earlier, the Wagoneer was also awarded the Best Family-Friendly Technology and Best Passenger Ecosystem. The Wagoneer models feature a heads-up display, frameless digital gauge cluster, premium McIntosh sound system, a 10.25-inch interactive display for the front passenger, Amazon Fire TV built into the rear 10.1-inch screens, and a total of 75 inches of digital screen area. All models have the impressive and award-winning Uconnect 5 infotainment system that features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard, as well as various new convenience and connected services to keep passengers enjoying the ride. Rear passengers also get their own climate controls, along with Relax Mode, which uses the front screens to display soothing videos of the Aurora Borealis, a fireplace fire, among others, while also playing relaxing audio.
Best Passenger Ecosystem
When evaluating the Best Passenger Ecosystem, Newsweek looks at the ride and comfort of an interior for all passengers, not just the driver and front passenger. When commenting about why the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer by Jeep won the award, they said, “The Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer feature couch-like ride quality on top of supple, multi-way power-adjustable front seats. Passengers in the front and back can have their own screens complete with streaming options from Amazon and Netflix. The sliding second-row seats have heating and ventilation capabilities, and their passengers get their own temperature controls. Cargo space is expansive, especially in L versions of the model, and controls feature a high level of design finery. The cabin keeps road and vehicle noise at bay.”
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