Jeep Wagoneer Compared: Rivals and Trims
Shopping full-size SUVs? The Jeep Wagoneer pairs a standard 420-horsepower Hurricane twin-turbo six with up to 10,000 pounds of towing and seating for up to eight, at a starting price below several rivals. Open a one-on-one comparison below, see how it stacks up, and walk through the trims.
Wagoneer matchups, one on one
Already have a rival in mind? Each link opens a full side-by-side of the Wagoneer against that specific SUV, spec for spec.
How the Wagoneer measures up
| Model |
Starting MSRP |
Standard engine |
Max towing |
Seating |
| Jeep Wagoneer |
About $59,000 |
3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo (420 hp) |
Up to 10,000 lbs |
Up to 8 |
| Ford Expedition |
About $62,400 |
3.5L twin-turbo V6 (400 hp) |
Up to 9,600 lbs |
Up to 8 |
| Chevrolet Tahoe |
About $60,000 |
5.3L V8 (355 hp) |
Up to 8,400 lbs |
Up to 9 |
| GMC Yukon |
About $72,000 |
5.3L V8 (355 hp) |
Up to 8,400 lbs |
Up to 8 |
| Toyota Sequoia |
About $65,000 |
Hybrid V6 (437 hp) |
Up to 9,520 lbs |
Up to 8 |
Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.
The Wagoneer starts lower than the Expedition, Yukon, and Sequoia, yet its standard 420-horsepower Hurricane six out-powers the base V8 in the Tahoe and Yukon, and it leads this group on towing at up to 10,000 pounds. The Sequoia counters with a strong hybrid, the Tahoe with a nine-seat option. Open a head-to-head above for the full breakdown.
Worth knowing about the Wagoneer
- The Wagoneer’s standard 420-horsepower Hurricane six out-powers the base V8 in the Tahoe and Yukon.
- It tows up to 10,000 pounds, the most of this group of full-size rivals.
- It starts around $59,000, below the Expedition, Yukon, and Sequoia.
Wagoneer trim comparison
The Wagoneer offers standard and long-wheelbase (Wagoneer L) bodies, with a trim walk from well-equipped to near-luxury and an Obsidian appearance package.
| Trim |
Highlights |
Best for |
| Series II |
The well-equipped entry with the Hurricane six and three rows |
Value shoppers |
| Series III |
More luxury, technology, and driver-assist features |
Comfort seekers |
| Wagoneer L |
Long-wheelbase body for maximum cargo and third-row space |
Space seekers |
| Obsidian |
Blacked-out appearance package layered on higher trims |
Style seekers |
Wagoneer comparison FAQ
What SUVs compete with the Jeep Wagoneer?
The Wagoneer is most cross-shopped with the Ford Expedition, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Toyota Sequoia. We have a dedicated comparison for each; open the links above.
Does the Wagoneer tow more than its rivals?
It leads this group. Properly equipped, the Wagoneer tows up to 10,000 pounds, ahead of the Expedition (9,600), Sequoia (9,520), and the Tahoe and Yukon (8,400).
Is the Wagoneer cheaper than the Expedition and Yukon?
Yes. The Wagoneer starts around $59,000, below the Expedition (about $62,400) and the Yukon (about $72,000).
Does the Wagoneer have a V8?
No. The Wagoneer uses a 420-horsepower Hurricane twin-turbo six, which out-powers the base V8 in the Tahoe and Yukon while offering strong efficiency for the class.
Which full-size SUV seats the most?
The Chevrolet Tahoe offers up to nine seats with a front bench. The Wagoneer, Expedition, Yukon, and Sequoia each seat up to eight.
Which Wagoneer trim is best?
Series II for value, Series III for luxury and tech, and the long-wheelbase Wagoneer L when you need maximum space.