2023 Jeep Wagoneer

When you want your vehicle to be able to tow a big trailer and seat more than five people at a time, there's pretty much just one option: a large truck-based SUV. Only a few automakers offer one, but one of the newest entries is the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer. Coming off its 2022 introduction, the Wagoneer is a prime rival to the Chevrolet Tahoe and Ford Expedition.

The Wagoneer is rated to tow up to 10,000 pounds when properly equipped. That's certainly enough to pull a good-sized recreational or utility trailer. For people-hauling duty, the Wagoneer's three rows of seating accommodate up to eight passengers. You can also fold down the second and third rows to open up a sizable 116.7 cubic feet of cargo space. The Wagoneer has respectable off-roading capabilities for a large SUV, but for true outdoor adventuring, you'll probably want something that's smaller and more maneuverable.

We typically don't expect a lot of changes in the second year of a vehicle's production, but the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer is an exception. This year, the lineup expands, quite literally, with the addition of a long-wheelbase model called the Wagoneer L, which is reviewed separately on Edmunds. Additionally, the Wagoneer gets a new twin-turbo six-cylinder engine that mostly replaces the previous V8. Not only is it more fuel-efficient, but it's also more powerful. There's also a new Carbide model, but it's more of an appearance package that darkens a lot of the exterior and interior trim.

Besides the Tahoe and Expedition and their respective upsized versions (the Suburban and Expedition), you might also consider the Toyota Sequoia, which is fully redesigned for 2023. The Wagoneer certainly has appeal within this group, especially if you want a big and well-appointed SUV that can pull a big trailer.