2023 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer L Go Even Bigger and Harder in NY – Roadshow [CNET]

April 13, 2022 Chris Paukert technology

2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L - towing horse trailer — It’s incredibly nice in here. We promise.

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Adding wheelbase and rear wheelbase to a vehicle doesn’t often do any visual favors to their designs, and indeed, Jeep’s standard-length Wagoneer models were already somewhat controversial looking, particularly their squared-off rear ends that have drawn unflattering comparisons to minivans. These even-longer models likely won’t help ward off any such comparisons, but there’s no doubt that these models still have a commanding presence about them, if only as a function of their scale.

Despite these models’ interior-space-first missions, off-road capability remains a priority, and you can still get three different 4×4 systems, and an available Quadra-Lift height-adjustable air suspension system adds even more capability, offering up 10 inches of ground clearance. At full height, Quadra-Lift equipped models can ford up to two feet of water. Even with the standard coil-spring suspension, ground clearance is a solid 8.3 inches.

That said, the combination of a longer wheelbase and rear overhang doesn’t do the models’ off-road geometry any favors. Best-case-scenario numbers call for an arrival angle of 25 degrees, a breakover angle of 21.3 degrees and a departure angle of 21.3 — all numbers with 20-inch wheels and the Quadra-Lift suspension in its no. 2 (highest) position.

Max towing capacity remains a class-topping 10,000 pounds when properly equipped.

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Extra space aside, these L models’ interiors figure to be just as luxurious and stylish as other Grand Wagoneers, which is to say that they ought to be some of the finest cabins in all of SUV-dom. Packing copious amounts of finely crafted real wood trim, huge screens (including an optional front-passenger media touchscreen for a total of 75 inches of display space) and a glorious 23-speaker McIntosh audio system, there won’t be many more posh ways to travel than inside the considerable chambers of one of these big Wagoneers.

Being a family-minded proposition, there’s the expected full complement of standard advanced driver-assist systems, including automatic emergency braking (with pedestrian and cyclist detection), blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, parking sensors and rear cross-path monitor. Additional available features include a 360-degree camera suite, driver monitor, self-parking, night vision and Jeep’s Active Driving Assistant, a Level 2 hands-free, eyes-on commute easer.

Due in the second half of 2022, pricing has yet to be released for the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer L and Grand Wagoneer L model ranges, but each figures to start at least a few thousand dollars more than their non-L counterparts, which range from $60,995 (including $2,000 destination fee) to $90,640 for the 2022 model year.