The Jeep Wagoneer was a moniker that held a holy pedestal in the hearts of the enthusiasts, and kick started the cult of luxury SUVs. However, a lot of hearts were shattered in 1991, when Jeep discontinued the nameplate in 1991 and substituted it with the Cherokee.
After a hiatus of 3 decades, Jeep is all set to bring back the Wagoneer nameplate and give some daddy lessons to other offerings of the full-size luxury SUV class. The 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, which will debut alongside the Wagoneer, will take on the likes of the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class, and BMW X7. As the competition is bound to go intense, here is a comparative analysis of how bloody this American brawl is gonna turn as the 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer goes all guns blazing against the Cadillac Escalade and the Lincoln Navigator.
Engine and Performance
The 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer’s engine bay will be occupied by a 6.4L naturally aspirated V8 engine pushing out 471 hp and 455 lb-ft of torque. The transmission duties are consummated by an 8-speed automatic gearbox routing the grunt to all 4 wheels of the SUV via Jeep’s acclaimed Wagoneer 4WD System. The 2022 Wagoneer will post a 0-60 mph time of 6.0 seconds, which is appropriate for an SUV of this heft.
The Grand Wagoneer offers relaxed driving dynamics on the highway, with minimum steering corrections required. However, when in the city, the Grand Wagoneer’s hefty dimensions make it difficult to maneuver. When compared against the Escalade and the Navigator, the Grand Wagoneer’s city driving impressions are not really the smoothest of them.
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Models |
2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer |
2022 Cadillac Escalade |
2022 Lincoln Navigator (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|
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MSRP |
$86,995 |
$78,490 |
$76,000 |
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Engine |
6.4L NA V8 |
6.2L NA V8 |
3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 |
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Drivetrain |
4WD |
AWD |
AWD |
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Transmission |
8-Speed Automatic |
10-Speed Automatic |
10-Speed Automatic |
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Power |
471 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
420 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
450 hp @ 5,000 RPM |
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Torque |
455 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm |
460 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm |
510 lb-ft @ 4,500 RPM |
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0-60 MPH |
6.0 secs |
6.0 secs |
5.9 secs |
The Jeep Grand Wagoneer’s specs are the most impressive in this list, as it triumphs over the rivals in the horsepower war. Another aspect where this Jeep outshines its rivals is off-road credibility. The 2022 Grand Wagoneer comes standard with a 4WD drivetrain and an electronic rear locking differential, along with approach/breakover/departure angles of 25/22/24 degrees. All these highlights sync the Grand Wagoneer with Jeep’s off-road-oriented psychology and make it a better option for taking the unpaved ways than the Escalade or the Navigator.
Fuel Economy
The Grand Wagoneer’s 6.4L V8 engine surely does it some favors in terms of sheer horsepower but has a direct implication on the economy too. The 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is rated to return an EPA estimated city/highway/combined MPG of 13/18/15.
The 2022 Grand Wagoneer will get a fuel tank capacity of 26.5 gallons, which is the best in its class and lends it a city/highway range of 344/477 miles.
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Models |
2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer |
2022 Cadillac Escalade |
2022 Lincoln Navigator (Expected) |
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MPG (City) |
13 |
15 |
16 |
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MPG (Highway) |
18 |
20 |
21 |
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MPG (Combined) |
15 |
17 |
18 |
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Fuel Capacity (gallons) |
26.5 |
24.0 |
23.2 |
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Range (City/Highway/Combined) (miles) |
344.5/ 477.0/397.5 |
360.0/480.0/408.0 |
371.2/487.2/417.6 |
The fuel economy of all the contenders of this class is indirectly proportional to their engine displacement. Ford playing smart, fits the Navigator with a 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine, which returns the best MPG figures in this comparison. Cadillac Escalade follows the suite with a combined MPG of 17, while the Grand Wagoneer slots at the bottom.
Interior Space and Features
The Jeep Grand Wagoneer has a longer wheelbase compared to that of the Escalade or the Navigator. The Grand Wagoneer will offer a total passenger volume of 179.2 cubic feet. As standard, it will get second-row captain's chairs, which can accommodate up to 7 passengers. However, you can also swap the captain’s chairs with a bench seat for a maximum occupancy of 8 passengers.
If you are looking forward to utilizing your 3-row luxury SUV to the maximum, with the 3rd-row being occupied most of the time, the Lincoln Navigator’s cabin will serve you better. Yet again, the Jeep Grand Wagoneer excels once again on the cargo capacity front, offering 27.5 cubic feet of storage space behind the 3rd-row of seats. The Cadillac Escalade’s interior takes the middle ground between the Jeep and the Lincoln, offering a fine balance of occupant comfort and cargo capacity.
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Models |
2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer |
2022 Cadillac Escalade |
2022 Lincoln Navigator (Expected) |
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Seating capacity |
7 |
7 |
7 |
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First Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
41.3/66.1/40.9 |
42.8 / 64.9 / 45.3 |
39.5/ 65.2/ 43.9 |
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Second Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
40.0/65.2/42.7 |
38.7 / 64.4 / 39.0 |
37.9/ 65.1/ 41.1 |
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Third Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
39.0 /64.4/ 36.6 |
38.2 / 62.7 / 34.9 |
37.3/ 64.2/ 40.9 |
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Cargo Capacity (cu-ft.) |
27.4 |
25.5 |
19.3 |
Coming on to the tech front, the 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is definitely better equipped than the Escalade or the Navigator. With standard Nappa leather upholstery, a 12.0-inch infotainment screen with Stellantis' Uconnect 5 infotainment system, and rear-seat entertainment system with 10.1-inch screens, the Grand Wagoneer sets the premise for luxury.
The Jeep is the latest offering in this class, hence it is quite natural for it to offer better tech. However, the 2022 Cadillac Escalade and 2022 Lincoln Navigator are expect to receive a fair share of tech upgrades as well.
Exterior
With exterior we do not mean to infer to how the dressing sense of these SUVs, as looks are often a subjective topic. However, when it comes to dimensions, the Jeep Grand Wagoneer is the heftiest of them all with a length of 214.7-inches, a width of 83.6-inches, and a wheelbase of 123.0-inches.
While the Escalade and the Navigator’s dimensions are not as gigantic as that of the Jeep, they both get a long-wheelbase version as well.
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Models |
2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer |
2022 Cadillac Escalade |
2022 Lincoln Navigator (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|
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Curb Weight (lbs) |
6,340 |
5,635 |
5,855 |
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Length (in) |
214.7 |
211.9 |
212.0 |
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Width (in) |
83.6 |
81.1 |
79.9 |
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Height (in) |
75.6 |
76.7 |
76.3 |
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Ground Clearance (in) |
10.0 |
N/A |
9.7 |
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Wheelbase (in) |
123.0 |
120.9 |
122.5 |
The Jeep Grand Wagoneer, also offers the best in class ground clearance, rated at 10.0-inches. This further enhances its capabilities of going through the rough terrains, without scrapping its underbelly.
Verdict
The 2022 Grand Wagoneer is surely here to change the game and uplift the Jeep sigil in the luxury full-size SUV segment. The Grand Wagoneer’s price starts from $86,995 and ranges up to $106,190 for the range-topping Series lll Premium trim. However, the Cadillac Escalade’s price ranges from $78,490 to $105,290, whereas, the Lincoln Navigator’s price starts from $76,185 and the top-of-the-line Black Label variant can be had for $98,125.
The Jeep Grand Wagoneer is surely pricier than the Escalade or the Navigator, but that’s quite natural considering it is the latest and most advanced offering of the segment as of now. However, the Escalade and the Navigator are expected to get a fair share of tech upgrades for 2022 as well.
