Verified Performance Tests Updated Jun 2026 · 9 recorded runs

Jeep Wagoneer 0–60 Times

The Jeep Wagoneer 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 9 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Four Wheeler MT and Motor Trend and more.

The fastest tested Jeep Wagoneer is the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer Series III Super, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.30 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 13.90 seconds at 98.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Jeep Wagoneer is the 1963 Jeep Wagoneer SUV, which took 16.10 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 20.50 seconds at 68.0 mph, according to Motor Trend.

Out of all the Jeep Wagoneer tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 8.76 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 16.25 seconds at 85.92 mph.

Fastest 0–60 5.30sec 2025 Series III Super · stock
Average 0–60 8.76sec Across 9 runs
Avg ¼ Mile 16.25sec @ 85.9 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 16.10sec 1963 SUV
2025 Jeep Wagoneer

Across 9 verified runs, the Jeep Wagoneer ranges from 5.30 to 16.10 seconds 0–60, with a 8.76-second average.

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Jeep Wagoneer Performance Overview

Across 8 verified tests spanning 1963 to 2023, the Jeep Wagoneer traces a clear shift from slow, naturally aspirated full-size SUV beginnings to modern turbocharged performance. In the SJ era (1963–1991), output ranged from 105 to 173 hp, with engines including the Tornado and AMC 150. Early results were modest: the 1963 SUV needed 16.1 seconds to reach 60 mph, while the 1984 Limited still recorded 15.7 seconds. By the end of the SJ run, the 1987 Limited cut that to 9.1 seconds, marking the generation’s quickest verified acceleration.

The modern WS generation (2022–present) resets the Wagoneer’s performance baseline. Tested examples span gasoline and hybrid powertrains, centered on the Hurricane family and outputs from 392 to 420 hp. The 2022 Series II reached 60 mph in 6.7 seconds, and the 2023 Series II improved to an all-time best 5.4 seconds. Quarter-mile performance also moved into a different range, with the 2023 L Series II posting a class-leading 14.1 seconds at 95.1 mph. Today, the WS Wagoneer stands as the quickest and broadest-performing version yet, with current trims consistently far ahead of the surviving SJ-era test data.

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Jeep Wagoneer 0–60 Times by Generation: SJ to WS

2 generations
Generation Years Avg 0–60 Fastest 0–60 Tests Notes
WS 2022–present 6.53s 5.40s — 2023 Series II 5 The WS generation (2022–present) averaged 6.53 seconds to 60 mph across 5 tests, led by the 2023 Series II at 5.40 seconds. Output ranged from 392 to 420 hp across 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6, 5.7L V8 + Elec configurations.
SJ 1963–1991 13.63s 9.10s — 1987 Limited 3 The SJ generation (1963–1991) averaged 13.63 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 1987 Limited at 9.10 seconds. Output ranged from 105 to 173 hp across 2.5L I-4, 3.8L I-6, 4.0L I-6 configurations.
WS 2022–present
Avg 0–60 6.53s
Fastest 5.40s
Tests 5
2023 Series II
The WS generation (2022–present) averaged 6.53 seconds to 60 mph across 5 tests, led by the 2023 Series II at 5.40 seconds. Output ranged from 392 to 420 hp across 3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6, 5.7L V8 + Elec configurations.
SJ 1963–1991
Avg 0–60 13.63s
Fastest 9.10s
Tests 3
1987 Limited
The SJ generation (1963–1991) averaged 13.63 seconds to 60 mph across 3 tests, led by the 1987 Limited at 9.10 seconds. Output ranged from 105 to 173 hp across 2.5L I-4, 3.8L I-6, 4.0L I-6 configurations.
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Jeep Wagoneer 0–60 Times by Year and Trim

9 tests · 6 years

2025 Jeep Wagoneer

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 5.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.90 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#01
2025 Jeep Wagoneer Series III Super
5.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.90s ¼ mi @ 98.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.90 sec
Trap Speed
98.0 mph
Engine
3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6
Drivetrain
4WD
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
510 hp
Torque
500 lb-ft
MPG EPA
16 C / 23 H / 18 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Suv
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#1 of 9
2025 Jeep Wagoneer Series III Super

2023 Jeep Wagoneer

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.45 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.15 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#02
2023 Jeep Wagoneer Series II
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.20s ¼ mi @ 94.7 mph
0–60 mph
5.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.20 sec
Trap Speed
94.7 mph
Engine
3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6
Drivetrain
4x4
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
420 hp
Torque
468 lb-ft
Curb Weight
6,200 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
16 C / 23 H / 16.3 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Suv
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#2 of 9
2023 Jeep Wagoneer Series II
#03
2023 Jeep Wagoneer L Series II
5.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.10s ¼ mi @ 95.1 mph
0–60 mph
5.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.10 sec
Trap Speed
95.1 mph
Engine
3.0L Twin-Turbo I-6
Drivetrain
4x4
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
420 hp
Torque
468 lb-ft
Curb Weight
6,150 lbs
Power-to-Weight
14.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
16 C / 23 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Suv
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#3 of 9
2023 Jeep Wagoneer L Series II

2022 Jeep Wagoneer

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 7.24 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 15.53 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#04
2022 Jeep Wagoneer Series II
6.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.10s ¼ mi @ 93.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.10 sec
Trap Speed
93.0 mph
Engine
5.7L V8 + Elec
Drivetrain
4x4
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
392 hp
Torque
404 lb-ft
Curb Weight
5,960 lbs
Power-to-Weight
15.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 20 H / 13 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Suv
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#4 of 9
2022 Jeep Wagoneer Series II
#05
2022 Jeep Wagoneer Series III
7.43sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.69s ¼ mi @ 89.7 mph
0–60 mph
7.43 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.69 sec
Trap Speed
89.7 mph
Engine
5.7L V8 + Elec
Drivetrain
4x4
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
392 hp
Torque
404 lb-ft
Curb Weight
5,900 lbs
Power-to-Weight
15.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 20 H / 13.17 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Suv
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Four Wheeler MT
Overall Rank
#5 of 9
2022 Jeep Wagoneer Series III
#06
2022 Jeep Wagoneer Series III
7.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
15.80s ¼ mi @ 87.8 mph
0–60 mph
7.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
15.80 sec
Trap Speed
87.8 mph
Engine
5.7L V8 + Elec
Drivetrain
4x4
Transmission
8A
Horsepower
392 hp
Torque
404 lb-ft
Curb Weight
5,900 lbs
Power-to-Weight
15.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 20 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Suv
Powertrain
Hybrid
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#6 of 9
2022 Jeep Wagoneer Series III

1987 Jeep Wagoneer

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 9.10 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 17.00 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#07
1987 Jeep Wagoneer Limited
9.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
17.00s ¼ mi @ 79.0 mph
0–60 mph
9.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
17.00 sec
Trap Speed
79.0 mph
Engine
4.0L I-6
Drivetrain
4x4
Transmission
4A
Horsepower
173 hp
Torque
220 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,930 lbs
Power-to-Weight
22.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
15 C / 20 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Suv
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#7 of 9
1987 Jeep Wagoneer Limited

1984 Jeep Wagoneer

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 15.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 20.00 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#08
1984 Jeep Wagoneer Limited
15.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
20.00s ¼ mi @ 68.0 mph
0–60 mph
15.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
20.00 sec
Trap Speed
68.0 mph
Engine
2.5L I-4
Drivetrain
4x4
Transmission
3A
Horsepower
105 hp
Torque
132 lb-ft
MPG EPA
17 C / 21 H / 15 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Suv
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#8 of 9
1984 Jeep Wagoneer Limited

1963 Jeep Wagoneer

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 16.10 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 20.50 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#09
1963 Jeep Wagoneer SUV
16.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
20.50s ¼ mi @ 68.0 mph
0–60 mph
16.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
20.50 sec
Trap Speed
68.0 mph
Engine
3.8L I-6
Drivetrain
4x4
Transmission
3A
Horsepower
140 hp
Torque
210 lb-ft
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Suv
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#9 of 9
1963 Jeep Wagoneer SUV

How we verify Jeep Wagoneer performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Jeep Wagoneer trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Jeep Wagoneer 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Jeep Wagoneer performance FAQs

11 questions
The quickest 2023 Jeep Wagoneer on record is the Series II, which reaches 60 mph in 5.4 seconds. The 2023 L Series II is just behind at 5.5 seconds. Across all eight Wagoneer tests, the overall 0-60 average is 9.19 seconds, but current WS-generation models are much quicker than older SJ trucks.
The fastest Jeep Wagoneer on record is the 2023 Series II, with a 0-60 time of 5.4 seconds. It is also the fastest stock Wagoneer tested. For quarter-mile performance, the quickest run belongs to the 2023 L Series II at 14.1 seconds with a 95.1 mph trap speed.
The fastest stock Jeep Wagoneer on record is the 2023 Series II. It runs 0-60 in 5.4 seconds and is part of the current WS generation. All eight Wagoneer tests are production vehicles, so there is no modified result faster than that benchmark in the recorded runs.
The 2023 Jeep Wagoneer Series II reaches 60 mph in 5.4 seconds. It also covers the quarter-mile in 14.2 seconds at 94.7 mph. That makes it the quickest Wagoneer to 60 mph on record, powered by a 420-hp, 468-lb-ft twin-turbo Hurricane engine with 4x4 drivetrain.
The 2023 Jeep Wagoneer L Series II hits 60 mph in 5.5 seconds. It is slightly slower to 60 than the standard-length 2023 Series II, but it posts the quickest quarter-mile time among Wagoneers at 14.1 seconds with a 95.1 mph trap. It uses the same 420-hp, 468-lb-ft twin-turbo Hurricane setup.
In 0-60 testing, the 2023 Series II is quicker at 5.4 seconds, edging the 2023 L Series II at 5.5 seconds. In the quarter-mile, the result flips: the L Series II is quicker at 14.1 seconds and 95.1 mph, while the Series II runs 14.2 seconds at 94.7 mph.
The WS-generation Jeep Wagoneer, covering 2022 and newer models, averages 6.53 seconds from 0-60 mph across five tests. Its quickest recorded run is 5.4 seconds by the 2023 Series II. WS models span outputs from 392 to 420 hp and include gasoline and hybrid powertrains.
The fastest WS Jeep Wagoneer on record is the 2023 Series II with a 0-60 time of 5.4 seconds. That is also the quickest Wagoneer overall. Within the WS generation, tested output ranges from 392 to 420 hp, and the platform’s average 0-60 time is 6.53 seconds across five runs.
The SJ-generation Jeep Wagoneer, built from 1963 to 1991, averages 13.63 seconds to 60 mph across three tests. The quickest SJ on record is the 1987 Limited at 9.1 seconds. Tested SJ models range from 105 to 173 hp and use naturally aspirated gasoline engines.
The fastest SJ Jeep Wagoneer on record is the 1987 Limited, which reaches 60 mph in 9.1 seconds. Across the full SJ generation, the average 0-60 time is 13.63 seconds over three tests. That makes the later SJ considerably slower than the quickest current WS-generation Wagoneers.
The quickest Jeep Wagoneer quarter-mile run on record is 14.1 seconds at 95.1 mph, set by the 2023 L Series II. The 2023 Series II is close behind at 14.2 seconds and 94.7 mph. Across all eight Wagoneer tests, the average quarter-mile result is 16.55 seconds at 84.4 mph.

Sources

Car and Driver
Four Wheeler MT
Motor Trend

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Jeep Wagoneer can do, not a single marketing claim.

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