Wagoneer Vs. Grand Wagoneer SUVs: Key Differences Explained

Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer Specs & Dimensions

The first stops on this Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer specs and design tour are engine capability and dimensions. This year, engineers maximized engine power by minimizing options: the 2024 Wagoneer SUV is powered by a 3.0-liter Hurricane inline-six with 420 horsepower, while the new Grand Wagoneer model now comes standard with the same engine tuned to generate 510 ponies.

Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer towing capacity can rival most pickup trucks. Purchase any Wagoneer trim as-is and gain up to 6,120 pounds of towing.⁴ A standard Grand Wagoneer trim can tow up to 8,200 pounds.⁴ However, if you're looking to max out your SUV's capabilities, equip your trim with the available Trailer Tow Package to gain up to 10,000 pounds or 9,800 pounds,^{1, 4} in respective models.

If you're new to the Wagoneer family, you might not be aware that both models come in two size variations: standard and L. We outline the Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer dimensions in the chart below, including their extended-wheelbase iterations, but suffice it to say that you and up to seven additional passengers can ride in extreme comfort, no matter which of the three rows you sit in.

You'll also notice that, although there's no difference between the standard Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer length, choosing an L variant in either model will add 12 inches to your SUV's profile and 14.7 cubic feet to your standard trunk. Every Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer variant provides 40.9 inches of front legroom to stretch out, 42.7 inches of second-row legroom to easily mount car seats, and 36.6 inches of third-row leg space to keep tall teenage riders happy.

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Specifications	2024 Wagoneer SUV	2024 Wagoneer L SUV	2024 Grand Wagoneer SUV	2024 Grand Wagoneer L SUV
Engine	3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo I-6	3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo I-6	3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo 510 I-6	3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo 510 I-6
Horsepower	420	420	510	510
Torque	486 lb-ft	486 lb-ft	500 lb-ft	500 lb-ft
Transmission	8-speed automatic	8-speed automatic	8-speed automatic	8-speed automatic
Drivetrain	4x2 or 4x4	4x2 or 4x4	4x4	4x4
Maximum Towing Capacity	10,000 lbs1	9,850 lbs4	9,800 lbs4	9,800 lbs4
Exterior Length / Width / Height	214.7 in	226.7 in	214.7 in	226.7 in
Body Width	83.6 in	83.6 in	83.6 in	83.6 in
Height	75.6 in	79.6 in	75.6 in	75.6 in
Passenger Seating	7 or 8	7 or 8	7 or 8	7 or 8
Legroom (1st / 2nd / 3rd Row)	40.9 / 42.7 / 36.6 in	40.9 / 42.7 / 36.6 in	40.9 / 42.7 / 36.6 in	40.9 / 42.7 / 36.6 in
Headroom (1st / 2nd / 3rd Row)	41.3 / 40 / 39 in	41.3 / 40 / 39.1 in	41.3 / 40 / 39 in	39.3 / 38.4 / 38.5 in
Hip Room (1st / 2nd / 3rd Row)	63.4 / 63 / 51.6 in	63.4 / 63 / 51.6 in	63.4 / 63 / 51.6 in	63.4 / 63 / 51.6 in
Shoulder Room (1st / 2nd / 3rd Row)	66.1 / 65.2 / 64.4 in	66.1 / 65.2 / 64.4 in	66.1 / 65.2 / 64.4 in	66.1 / 65.2 / 64.4 in
Cargo Capacity (Standard / Max)	27.4 / 116.7 cu ft	42.1 / 130.9 cu ft	27.4 / 94.2 cu ft	44.2 / 112.9 cu ft
Fuel Tank Size	26.5 gal	31 gal	26.5 gal	31 gal
Recommended Fuel Type	Premium unleaded	Premium unleaded	Premium unleaded	Premium unleaded

Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer Interior Design

Now that we've explored both SUVs' specs and performance, let's slip into the Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer interior and see how comfortable your daily drives can be. We've already covered the expansive headroom and legroom in all three rows of these sport-utes, and to match this relaxing atmosphere, the Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer cabin designs are also quite visually pleasing.

Take home a 2024 Wagoneer trim in a Global Black or Sea Salt and Black interior. Enjoy standard leather seating in either of these siblings. Browse our new Grand Wagoneer inventory to gain top-shelf standard features like a tri-pane panoramic sunroof, a driver's seat cushion extension, and driver and passenger lumbar massage. Add available packages to gain even more elegant features like a power-folding third-row button for seamless backseat collapsibility.

Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer Technology and Safety

Both cabins are thoughtful and tech-forward, showcasing a Uconnect 5 Nav touch screen, voice-activated navigation, and power-adjustable pedals so you can customize your brake and accelerator to your height. The Wagoneer model comes standard with a 10.1-inch display, while its sibling has a standard 12-inch screen. Use either to access up-to-date 2D and 3D mapping. Opt for the available 10.25-inch Passenger Interactive Display to increase your co-pilot's one-tap abilities.

You'll likely have kids in the backseats, so leverage our CDJR lease deals to keep everyone entertained with the available Grand Wagoneer model's 10.1-inch rear-seat entertainment with Amazon Fire TV® streaming. If you're an audiophile who loves a high-end sound system, the Wagoneer SUV has a 9-speaker sound system with a subwoofer that can be upgraded to a 19-speaker McIntosh MX950 option – or get it standard in any Grand Wagoneer trim!

Along with such tech-savvy interiors, the Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer variants also provide elevated safety systems to help protect you and your family in case of an accident. Overhead curtain airbags are ready to deploy from every row to decrease the risk of injury in a rollover, though rolling is highly unlikely thanks to both SUVs' electronic stability control.

Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer Exterior Design

Aside from each SUV's differing dimensions, the Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer exteriors are quite similar. Both models come with all-LED head and tail lamps, a power liftgate, and heated side mirrors for those frosty winter mornings. Pack for a weekend adventure with either model's standard roof rack – upgrade them to include the available adjustable roof-rail crossbars for more customizability. The Grand Wagoneer exterior also features power running boards to make entering and exiting your SUV even easier.

The standard exterior paint color for the 2024 Wagoneer trims is a Bright White Clear-Coat, but you can add other regal options like Baltic-Gray Metallic Clear-Coat or Velvet Red Pearl-Coat to your build for a small price increase.

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The Wally's CDJR team loves the Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer models equally. Both SUVs offer a unique blend of high-level technology and incredible engine performance. If your family and friends need new Wagoneer vehicles that provide relaxing cabins for long road trips, top-of-the-line amenities for kids and drivers, and maximized storage and space at every curve, you'll find just what you're looking for at our CDJR dealership.

Visit our showroom to test-drive your favorite trims, see how the standard and L wheelbases can optimize your trunk space, and decide which gorgeous interior color you prefer for your cabin. We'll be waiting with keys – you just bring your wishlist!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences in luxury features between the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs?

The new Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer SUVs both come equipped with heated and ventilated front seats, voice-activated air conditioning, power-adjustable pedals, remote start, and a Uconnect 5 NAV system with Bluetooth®. However, the Grand Wagoneer variant adds a standard tri-pane panoramic sunroof, a driver's seat cushion extension, driver and passenger lumbar massage, distance-pacing cruise control w/traffic stop-go, and rain-sensing windshield wipers.

How do the engine options and performance capabilities vary between these two models?

Rev the 3.0-liter six-cylinders of a Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer trim, and you'll notice that the Wagoneer models give you the best maximum towing capacity at 10,000 pounds,¹ but the Grand Wagoneer variants deliver more horsepower and torque thanks to higher-tuned engine. The Wagoneer SUV is also available in 4x4 or 4x2, while the Grand Wagoneer SUV is 4x4 only.

What are the differences in interior space and seating configurations?

The cabin space and seating inside the new Wagoneer vs. Grand Wagoneer SUVs are similar, though the Wagoneer trims have the most maximum trunk storage. Either model can seat seven or eight passengers. The Wagoneer SUV offers up to 130.9 cubic feet of cargo volume with the extended wheelbase, while the Grand Wagoneer extended wheelbase variant gets up to 112.9 cubic feet.

¹Based on Ward’s Large Sport/Utility vehicle segmentation, excludes other FCA US LLC vehicles. Based on the latest available competitive information. When properly equipped. Max payload/towing ratings shown for base configuration. Additional options, equipment, passengers, and cargo weight may affect payload/towing weights. Contact dealer for details.

²Reference to this third-party claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For details regarding this award, visit https://www.iihs.org/ratings/vehicle/Jeep/wagoneer-4-door-suv/2024

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⁴When properly equipped. See dealer for details.

⁵Based on Ward's Large Luxury Sport/Utility vehicle segmentation, excludes other FCA US LLC vehicles. Based on the latest available competitive information.