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Jeep Wagoneer vs Chevrolet Tahoe

The Jeep Wagoneer and Chevrolet Tahoe are both full-size three-row SUVs with different strengths. The short answer: the Wagoneer makes more standard horsepower and tows more, while the Tahoe offers V8 and diesel engines and an available nine-seat layout. Here is how they compare.

Jeep Wagoneer vs Chevrolet Tahoe: specs compared

Specs compared

Specification Jeep Wagoneer Chevrolet Tahoe
Starting MSRP About $59,000 About $60,000
Standard engine 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo (420 hp) 5.3L V8 (355 hp)
Bigger engine (Hurricane only) 6.2L V8 (420 hp); 3.0L diesel
Max towing Up to 10,000 lbs Up to 8,400 lbs
Seating Up to 8 Up to 9
Drivetrain RWD, available 4×4 RWD, available 4WD

By the numbers

Specification Jeep Wagoneer Chevrolet Tahoe
Starting MSRP About $59,000 About $60,000
Standard horsepower 420 355
Max towing Up to 10,000 lbs Up to 8,400 lbs
Max seating 8 9

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.

Power and towing

The Wagoneer’s standard 420-horsepower Hurricane six out-powers the Tahoe’s base 355-horsepower V8, and the Wagoneer tows up to 10,000 pounds versus 8,400 for the Tahoe. The Tahoe offers an available 420-horsepower 6.2-liter V8 and a diesel.

Seating and choice

The Tahoe offers an available front bench for up to nine seats and a wider engine menu, including a diesel for efficiency. The Wagoneer keeps a single strong Hurricane engine and seats up to eight.

Price and value

The two start close, around $59,000 to $60,000. The Wagoneer includes its 420-horsepower engine at that price, while the Tahoe’s stronger engines cost extra.

The bottom line for Perry shoppers

Choose the Tahoe for a nine-seat option, a V8, or a diesel. Choose the Wagoneer for more standard power and more towing. At ALM CDJR Perry, a new Wagoneer can add ALM VIP Club benefits and our Included Lifetime Warranty on qualifying vehicles.

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Jeep Wagoneer vs Chevrolet Tahoe FAQ

Is the Jeep Wagoneer better than the Chevrolet Tahoe?
It depends. The Wagoneer makes more standard horsepower and tows more. The Tahoe offers V8 and diesel engines and an available nine-seat layout.
Which tows more?
The Wagoneer, at up to 10,000 pounds versus up to 8,400 for the Tahoe.
Which has more standard horsepower?
The Wagoneer, at 420 versus the Tahoe’s base 355. The Tahoe offers an available 420-horsepower 6.2-liter V8.
Which seats more?
The Tahoe, with an available front bench for up to nine versus up to eight for the Wagoneer.
Does the Tahoe offer a diesel?
Yes, the Tahoe offers a 3.0-liter turbo-diesel for higher fuel economy. The Wagoneer uses the Hurricane twin-turbo gas six.
Which should I buy?
For seating and engine choice, the Tahoe. For power, towing, and price, the Wagoneer. We can arrange a Wagoneer test drive at ALM CDJR Perry.
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