Is the Jeep Wagoneer S a good car?

The Jeep Wagoneer S is a mixed used-car pick: it brings strong performance, a premium audio setup, and a conservative SUV shape that may appeal if you want an EV that feels familiar. The all-generations owner rating is 1/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews rate the 2024 and 2025 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are poor ride quality, unimpressive electric range, and numerous technical glitches.

34.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Jeep Wagoneer S models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to quick acceleration and an impressive stereo as the Wagoneer S’s standout strengths, while also noting that the overall experience can be undermined by technical issues. The 2025 model’s review also highlights a premium-feeling cabin and a familiar SUV design that may suit you if you want an electric Jeep with a conventional look.

• Owners rate the Jeep Wagoneer S 1.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks elevated because the available reviews repeatedly call out glitches and other day-to-day frustrations.

What should I look for when buying a used Jeep Wagoneer S?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 97.1% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: standard advanced safety features include frontal collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alerts, front and rear parking sensors, automatic high beams, a traffic sign reader, and a hands-free highway driving system that combines the cruise control and lane-keep assist.
• Infotainment: a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Range & charging: a 100-kWh battery pack gives an estimated range of 294 miles on a full charge, and DC fast charging is possible up to 203 kW, which should replenish the battery from 10 to 80 percent in about 23 minutes.
• Battery health: when you shop used, check battery state-of-health, ask how the vehicle has typically been charged, and review the remaining battery warranty so you understand how much coverage is left.

Which Jeep Wagoneer S trim should I buy?

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S offers these trims:

• Limited: the entry-level trim starts at $67,195 and gives you the core Wagoneer S experience with dual-motor all-wheel drive, strong output, and the standard tech and safety suite; it’s the best-value trim if you want the lowest starting price.
• Launch Edition: this higher trim starts at $72,795 and adds more power, with 600 hp and 617 lb-ft of torque, plus the quickest acceleration in the lineup.

What Jeep Wagoneer S do most buyers choose?

The Jeep Wagoneer S years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2026.

The highest-volume years tend to be the easiest to shop because you get more inventory to compare and a better chance of finding the color, mileage, and price combination you want. They also tend to be the years most likely to surface in active used-car searches.

Is the Jeep Wagoneer S safe?

• 2025: 4/10
• 2024: 8/10

Standard advanced safety features include frontal collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alerts, front and rear parking sensors, automatic high beams, a traffic sign reader, and a hands-free highway driving system that combines the cruise control and lane-keep assist.

For the safest used buy, the 2024 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Jeep Wagoneer S now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings. The Jeep Wagoneer S offers a familiar SUV shape, a premium-feeling cabin, and a strong performance character.

Consider waiting if:

• Range & charging: a 100-kWh battery pack gives an estimated range of 294 miles on a full charge, and DC fast charging is possible up to 203 kW, which should replenish the battery from 10 to 80 percent in about 23 minutes.
• Tech: a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: standard advanced safety features include frontal collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alerts, front and rear parking sensors, automatic high beams, a traffic sign reader, and a hands-free highway driving system that combines the cruise control and lane-keep assist.
• Starting price: $67,195 for the entry-level Limited trim.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2027 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.