Currently, one of the resources that sells the most, in general terms, is nostalgia.The movie theaters are plagued with new interpretations of old classics, the clothing stores made the "over size" garments once again and music seems to meet popular rhythms of the 70s and 80s to make us dance.
In that sense, the automotive industry is not exempt.Toyota revived the classic supra, Acura has a new generation of the iconic NSX and Ford brings back one of their most emblematic names: Maverick, to mention some.Signatures like Jeep did not want to be outside this phenomenon and, intelligently, they got on this ship that seeks to return classic names in new interpretations.
After several years of planning, the American firm of the now new Stellantis group, presented in Mexico the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer.If the name is familiar to you, it is because, from 1963 to 1991, this model had two generations that marked a before and after in the family SUV segment.
With Wagoneer, Jeep seeks to start a new stage in the brand that points to luxury at its expression.With rivals such as Cadillac Escalade or Lincoln Navigator, do you have what you need to be the new reference of your segment?We tell you its details in these lines.
If someone listens to the word Jeep, automatically think of mud, earth, adventure above the mountains and a handling in extreme conditions.The brand itself knows that it is synonymous with the aforementioned, so they decided a new marketing strategy for their products that point to luxury.
Rafael Paz, director of Jeep in Mexico, told us during the launch that, after a long planning, they decided to launch Wagoneer as a JEEP sub -run.This intends to separate their products dedicated to the luxury of those who were designed for the extreme “offroad” before the eyes of everyone.
Under the shelter of this new sub -run, Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer Series III arrive in Mexico.Both models are, in essence, the same product, being the variant "Grand" the top of the range that appeals for an unparalleled experience in terms of comfort and luxury.
Aesthetically, we notice Jeep characteristic lines, such as the grill with 7 square bars and silhouette.However, being luxury oriented, elements such as chrome, golden details and large wheels are elements that we will notice regardless of the variant.
In the case of Grand Wagoneer, it differs thanks to the use of a gold -colored typography, as well as a windows in this same color.The grill receives a new traffic and, optionally, the wheels can change design and adopt several rays, one of the many wagoneer winks.
Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer respect those square figures that characterized the model for years, but adopt new modern elements.Such is the case of a 100 percent LED lighting body at both ends.To our thinking, the skulls would seem to be thin in proportion to the vehicle, but remember that this product is designed for a global market, with China as the main consumer.In this country they like this type of design, justifying this design decision.
For practical purposes, before leaving the route, we gathered a Grand Wagoneer with a Cherokee L, another of Jeep's products, and there is immediately a considerable difference.If you want to be a luxury vehicle, you have to see you as one.Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer more than comply with this section.
Something that has characterized the American SUVS of large size for decades is their luxury level to the interior.However, Grand Wagoneer takes everything learned and elevates it to the next level with elements that will hardly find in other vehicles.
Such is the case of the complete infotainment system that consists of three screens on the board.One of them works as the main cluster, another in the center of the unit for maps or multimedia and one more in front of the co -pilot where you can modify things such as the volume of the radio, songs or send addresses to the driver.
Materials such as authentic skin and wood provide an experience that goes beyond the palpable and enter our mind through smells.Pulido aluminum and pure metal speed selector reinforce the philosophy that Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer are 100 percent focused products to luxury.
Among other things, we find a sound system signed by Macintosh of 21 speakers that, to tell the truth, is duty in general terms with limited equalization.In the second row of seats we can find two 10 screens.1 inches each and, as expected in this segment, Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity is available wirelessly.
The time comes to get at the wheel of the new Wagoneer and, at our mercy, we have a 5 block of 5.7 liters with 382 horsepower.This block propels the four tires thanks to a quadratrac whole -wheel drive scheme that, despite not being as robust as the jeep dedicated to offroad handling, the firm ensures that it fulfills the task of going through obstacles correctly.
The roads of Los Cabos, in Baja California Sur, are witnessing a Wagoneers caravan that, without any fuss, achieve a 160 km/h peak speed in a controlled section.
The time comes to attack dirt and, to tell the truth, we felt somewhat doubtful of its off -road capabilities due to its large size.However, a few meters were enough, and the use of the reducing box, to eliminate any doubt about its desire on complicated roads.
At the end of the day, it is a jeep and, as it should be, its ability to attack the SUVs is impeccable.The pneumatic suspension rises automatically to avoid large stones, the differential selects which tire deliver more power to pass loose roads and, finally, we thoroughly accelerate in sand dunes.
From leader is a Grand Wagoneer who, despite his further focus on luxury, completely completes the off -road handling tasks.That truck has a 6 6 block.4 liters under the chest that generates the amount of 471 horsepower.
Despite being a new sub -march focused on luxury, Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer are still Jeep, in every way.His walk could be defined as a balance between the robust and luxury, which at all times offers this sense of American power that catches the consumers of our neighboring country of the north so much.
However, the address is little communicative in any of its configurations, the suspension tends to be too soft in off -road situations and, at least in the proven version, the soundproofing of the cabin is not the best for all the external noises that get intoto the cabin.
Back to the hotel to end with the activities of the day, we are driving on an alternate road that, on the left side, gives to the sea and, on the right, we find sand dunes worthy of a movie.The famous "Golden Hour" begins to fall on us and, with this landscape, we stop to take a couple more photos.
With this scenario, and after a route of more than 200 kilometers, we realize that Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer are two products that, supported by a good marketing strategy, have everything to be the new favorite SUVs of their segment.
It will only be a matter of time to see them to be part of the floats of important characters, politicians, actors or wealthy families who know how to value this type of cars.The price ranges from $ 1,842,900 for Wagoneer and $ 2,252,900 for Grand Wagoneer, but no doubt are worth every weight that is invested in them.
