We Might Be Seeing Jeep® Grand Wagoneers Heading To Dealers Next Week!

Our Sources Say Wagoneers Could Be Heading To Dealers Very Soon...

Robert S. Miller July 28, 2021

2022 Jeep® Grand Wagoneer Series III. (KGP Photography).

As one of the most highly-anticipated launches for the Jeep® brand in over a decade, the return of the iconic American nameplate (Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer) marks a jump for the brand to the large premium SUV segment. While the Jeep brand itself will continue to cover the North American mainstream SUV market, the new Wagoneer sub-brand will focus just on one segment.

Needless to say, there is a lot of pressure for the Jeep brand not to screw up the launch of the new Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer (WS) models.

The other day, we told you about Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares’ tour to the Warren Truck Assembly Plant (WTAP) in Metro Detroit. A massive $1.5 billion investment included a new 400,000 square foot paint shop, an updated general assembly area with over 754 robots, 3.7 miles of conveyors, a new 19,000 square foot quality assurance center, and a fully enclosed Buzz, Squeaks, and Rattles (BSR) validation course to ensure the new Wagoneer twins would be produced in a state-of-the-art facility.

WTAP Manager Andy Ragalyi (left) and Head of North America Manufacturing Mike Resha with Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares (center). (Stellantis).

In a video we posted of Tavares’ tour of the facility, we saw the Stellantis CEO look a several Ram 1500 Classic (DS) pickups that the facility also manufacturers. But several people asked where were the Wagoneer models. Those with keen eyes could see a few Grand Wagoneers sitting right off the final assembly line.

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares during a tour of the WTAP facility. (Stellantis).

There was also a slight moment where the video showed Tavares talking to a plant employee about the new assembly line carrier system, which allows the carriers to carry both the aging fourth-generation Ram 1500 and the all-new Wagoneer architectures using the same system. We had feedback from several of our readers, telling us that the screen Tavares was pointing to said “LWB” or Long Wheelbase under the WS name confirming our predictions from some time ago.

We also had a few of the staff from the WTAP reach out to us, to inform us that they have in fact been building Job #1 Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneers for a while now. Stellantis has been containing the new vehicles on lots, similar to what it did with the recently launched 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L (WL75). The reason is to make sure all issues that the new vehicles may have to get addressed before leaving the plant.

One of those UAW members at the plant, who wants to remain unknown, told us that we might see the first batch of WS models heading for dealer showrooms as early as next week if the vehicle is released. That would make a lot of our members on our newly launched WagoneerForums.org owners site who pre-ordered vehicles very happy.

Hopefully, we will hear something official from Stellantis or Jeep very soon about the rollout.

In the meantime, be sure to check out the WagoneerForums.org website for the latest news, rumors, and information for everything surrounding the new WS models.

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UN4GTBL Jul 29, 2021 #1

They are showing up on Autotrader.ca now as "coming soon"

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M Mopar392 Jul 29, 2021 #2

I think the Grand Wagoneer is the first example of when we said the 6.4HEMI is going to get more expensive and exclusive.

bill burke Jul 29, 2021 #3

Once Jeep is set, and that is critical, it is time for Stellantis to turn its attention and resources to Dodge and importantly to Chrysler. That too is critical.

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G GT_PLUS Jul 29, 2021 #4

Saw both the new Jeep Wagoneer and the Grand Wagoneer Series III at the Chicago Auto Show on July 17th. While both were beautiful vehicles, the Wagoneer was like $75K, and the Grand was $103K+. OUCH! Plus, I'm seeing on the Jeep build site that ALL paint colors, maybe other than bland white, are now a $595 option! Plus, on the Grand Wagoneer, one option was for some bright metal on the interior as an "extra" cost. When you are competing with other vehicles in this price range, ALL paint colors need to be included at no extra cost, with maybe the exception of ONE special color, not the other way around. And, all interior dress up should be standard, with only options like the rear seat DVD system, maybe an upscale sound system, sunroof, and a few others. Otherwise, customers will no longer consider a Jeep over other luxury SUVs in this price range. Don't get me wrong, I think they are gorgeous vehicles. I just want to see them succeed.

I also tried to compare feature/price of the new Grand Cherokee L model versus my 2021 Dodge Durango GT Plus. The Durango comes out a much better buy. I realize the Durango is based on an older design with a refresh for 2021, but a similarly equipped AWD V6 model in the Jeep is pricier.

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bill burke Jul 29, 2021 #5

Saw both the new Jeep Wagoneer and the Grand Wagoneer Series III at the Chicago Auto Show on July 17th. While both were beautiful vehicles, the Wagoneer was like $75K, and the Grand was $103K+. OUCH! Plus, I'm seeing on the Jeep build site that ALL paint colors, maybe other than bland white, are now a $595 option! Plus, on the Grand Wagoneer, one option was for some bright metal on the interior as an "extra" cost. When you are competing with other vehicles in this price range, ALL paint colors need to be included at no extra cost, with maybe the exception of ONE special color, not the other way around. And, all interior dress up should be standard, with only options like the rear seat DVD system, maybe an upscale sound system, sunroof, and a few others. Otherwise, customers will no longer consider a Jeep over other luxury SUVs in this price range. Don't get me wrong, I think they are gorgeous vehicles. I just want to see them succeed.

I also tried to compare feature/price of the new Grand Cherokee L model versus my 2021 Dodge Durango GT Plus. The Durango comes out a much better buy. I realize the Durango is based on an older design with a refresh for 2021, but a similarly equipped AWD V6 model in the Jeep is pricier.

I’m right with you on this one. I saw the same pricing gymnastics on the new Grand Cherokee while looking to replace my leased 2019 Cherokee and that paint thing turned me off, big time. I just bought my Cherokee off lease last week. No extra cost for all the features in my Overland that are extra on the GC. I’m not going for it, not now, they have to paint the darn thing anyway, no thanks Jeep.

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