Used Jeep Wagoneer Buying Guide

Like a lion in repose, the used Jeep Wagoneer is the epitome of strength and style. Not only do these upscale full-size SUVs transport your personal pride in complete luxury, but they’re also up for all your wild adventures.

Key Takeaways

• The used Jeep Wagoneer is the perfect choice for drivers who crave luxury, adventure, and three rows of seating.
• Although the modern Wagoneer hasn’t been around long, it has had quite a few updates. Check out our list of model-year changes before you shop for yours!
• By combining a family-friendly station wagon with a rugged truck, the original Wagoneer was the first vehicle to whet the American appetite for SUVs.
• For a reliable used SUV, visit us at Jarrett Automotive, where we only host the highest-quality models!

Fourth-Generation Jeep Wagoneer (WS): 2022-Current Model

Why buy a Jeep Wagoneer? These used SUVs are known for their luxurious cabins, hefty capabilities, and imposing style — qualities that give them wide-ranging appeal! Whether you’re after a luxurious three-row family hauler or an adventurous, off-road capable SUV, you can enjoy both in the modern Wagoneer.

When the fourth-generation Wagoneer debuted for the 2022 model year, it was designed as a modern version of the original model. Of course, thanks to updates in on-road technology, the new Wagoneer is much more indulgent than any of its predecessors. Standard features include leather seats, built-in navigation, modern smartphone connectivity, and a premium Alpine sound system. The new Wagoneer also accommodates more people than ever before, with three rows of seating and accommodations for up to eight people. Better still, the modern Wagoneer casts an impressive safety net. Every trim model helps you steer clear of danger, with blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, and more. Higher trim models introduce ultra-luxurious items, including adaptive air suspension and power-reclining third-row seats.

In addition to luxury, the Wagoneer packs a serious punch. At the outset, this generation rolled out under the power of a 5.7-liter V8 engine (392 horsepower, 404 pound-feet of torque). The very next model year, this adventurous SUV was also available with the twin-turbo Hurricane I6 (420 hp, 468 lb-ft). And one model year later, 2024, the potent Hurricane became the only available engine.

Jeep Wagoneer Updates by Model Year

To help you pick out a used Wagoneer that has all the features you crave, we’ve outlined the updates Jeep made to its upscale SUV for each model year.

2025 Jeep Wagoneer

• Active Lane Management, adaptive cruise control, and 20-inch wheels are now standard
• Power-folding mirrors become available

2024 Jeep Wagoneer

• Newly standard Hurricane twin-turbo inline six-cylinder engine (420 hp, 468 lb-ft)
• 5.7-liter Semi V8 no longer available

2023 Jeep Wagoneer

• New engine availability: the 5.7L V8 engine (392 hp, 404 lb-ft) is standard for Wagoneer trim and new Hurricane twin-turbo inline six-cylinder engine (420 hp, 468 lb-ft) is standard for Series II and Series III trims
• Available Carbide Package adds blacked-out exterior styling, unique interior trim, and exclusive seating upholstery to Series II trim model

Previous Jeep Wagoneer Generations

Jeep has used the Wagoneer nameplate before — and it’s always been a synonym for luxury. But previous iterations of the Wagoneer were very different from the modern full-size SUV. For its second and third generations, the Wagoner was the Cherokee’s most luxurious trim model. The first-generation Wagoneer was a true original, combining features of a family-friendly station wagon with that of a rugged truck. The full-size SUV may seem old hat now, but back then it was the first of its kind!

The Wagoneer nameplate was briefly revived to serve as the new midsize Cherokee SUV’s top-tier model, the “Grand Wagoneer.”

• Upscale version of the midsize Cherokee that seats five passengers
• Rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive
• Featured trademark exterior woodgrain applique
• Available class-exclusive features include digital climate control system, vehicle security system, and front driver’s side SRS airbag
• Keyless entry and premium AccuSound audio system were also available

These models were actually an upscale version of the Cherokee XJ, a compact SUV with a unibody chassis. Although they were meant to replace the original Wagoneer, customer demand kept the more rugged SUVs in production.

• Upscale version of the compact Jeep Cherokee that seats up to five people
• Two trim models: the Wagoneer Base and the more exclusive Wagoneer Limited
• Wagoneer Base discontinued after the 1987 model year
• Distinguished from other Cherokee trim models by unique exterior styling, including the Wagoneer Limited’s vinyl wood exterior trim
• Standard features include air conditioning, rear window wiper, power disc brakes, and adjustable steering wheel

Originally designed to replace the Jeep Station Wagon, engineers thought of the first Wagoneers as truck-based station wagons. With the benefit of hindsight, they look more like prototype SUVs!

• Luxury four-wheel-drive SUV that seats five or six (with available front-row bench)
• Minimal changes to structure and appearance despite long generational run
• Shares a chassis with the Gladiator (J-Series) and original Cherokee
• During its 29-year run, the original Wagoneer was produced by various Jeep owners: Kaiser Jeep, AMC, and Chrysler

Don’t Get Confused

The used Jeep Wagoneer is an upscale full-size SUV. But don’t get it confused with the Jeep Grand Wagoneer, an even more luxurious full-size SUV. If you’re willing to spend a little more on luxury, Jeep’s other adventure-ready family SUV is definitely worth checking out!

Our Used Jeep Wagoneer Inventory

Visit any of our Jarrett Automotive Group locations in Florida for top-notch used SUVs. Every model in our Wrangler inventory is in excellent condition. How can we be so sure? Because they’ve all been inspected by our experienced technicians to ensure they exceed our high expectations!