2025 JEEP WAGONEER S

JEEP JUMPS INTO THE ALL-ELECTRIC SUV POOL WITH LAUNCH OF WAGONEER S

Launched as a 2024 model, the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S represents the company’s first and currently only battery electric vehicles offered in the U.S., though soon a second Wrangler-like BEV with removable doors, the Recon, will join the portfolio as a 2026 model.

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S takes a small step back from the debut model with range on a fully charged battery tagged at 294 miles instead of the 303 of the 2024  Wrangler S. But it gets an additional trim level with the Limited joining the Launch Edition in the lineup. This review is based on the Launch Edition.

Unlike its Wagoneer namesake, the 2025 Wagoneer S comes with only two rows of seating. But what it loses in passenger space, it gains in cargo area with an extra 3 cubic feet over the 27.4 cubic feet the gas-powered Wagoneer offers behind its third row. You also get a 3-foot capacity front storage area (frunk) for smaller items.

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S features dual motors rated at 500 horsepower and 524 pound-feet of torque that propel the Launch Edition from zero-to-60 mph in 3.4 seconds, according to testers like Car & Driver magazine. The Limited trim is slightly slower but still under 4 seconds.

You can select from a menu of five drive modes (Auto, Snow, Sand, Sport, and Eco) via a dial on the center console. All-wheel drive is standard, though the Wagoneer S is not up to the usual off-roading prowess Jeep is known for

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S is fully equipped with numerous infotainment features that operate off a 12.3-inch touchscreen. They include navigation, a 4G wi-fi hotspot, wireless charging, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Other standard interior features include a heated steering wheel, 12-way power adjustable heated and ventilated front seats, heated and ventilated second-row seats, and distinctive ambient interior lighting. 

Other standard features include a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, 20-inch aluminum wheels, LED reflector headlamps, LED fog lights, and a power rear liftgate.

Driver assist systems include Active Lane Management, Adaptive Cruise Control, a surround view camera system, ParkSense automated parking system, blind-spot and cross-path detection, forward collision warning, and pedestrian/cyclist emergency braking.

All that is covered by the $70,200 base MSRP. My test 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S added only one option. The $595 Customer Preferred Package added a cargo shade, digital auto-dimming rear-view mirror, a head-up display, a 10.25-inch passenger touchscreen, and a hands-free liftgate.

With the $1,995 destination and deliver fee, the final total came to $72,790, which is full-on luxury range. The Limited model starts at $65,200.

What I liked about the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S Launch Edition: As is typical of EV, acceleration is brisk and immediate. Charging times are pretty quick using high output outlets. With only two rows of seating, there is good cargo room. The learning curve for the numerous tech features isn’t steep. The interior is nicely done. I have fallen in love with the digital rear-view mirror. Getting in and out also is easy.

What I didn’t like about the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S Launch Edition: Unless “Creep” function is activated by working your way through various menus backing up requires full accelerator pressure. Driving range is has dropped from 303 miles on the debut 2024 model to 294 miles.

Would I buy the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S Launch Edition? I’m still on the negative side of going all-electric at this time but the range and quick charging times make the Wagoneer tempting for me despite the drop in driving range.