Compare the2023 Jeep WagoneerVS 2023 Lincoln Navigator

The Wagoneer has standard Active Headrests, which use a specially designed headrest to protect the driver and front passenger from whiplash. During a rear-end collision, the Active Headrests system moves the headrests forward to prevent neck and spine injuries. The Navigator doesn’t offer a whiplash protection system.

A passive infrared night vision system optional on the Wagoneer Grand helps the driver to more easily detect people, animals or other objects in front of the vehicle at night. Using an infrared camera to detect heat, the system then displays the image on a monitor in the dashboard. The Navigator doesn’t offer a night vision system.

Both the Wagoneer and the Navigator have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, plastic fuel tanks, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning, available all wheel drive, lane departure warning systems, around view monitors and driver alert monitors.

Jeep pays for scheduled maintenance on the Wagoneer for 5 years and unlimited miles. Jeep will pay for oil changes, lubrication and any other required maintenance. Lincoln only pays for the first scheduled maintenance visit on the Navigator.

There are over 3 times as many Jeep dealers as there are Lincoln dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the Wagoneer’s warranty.

The Grand Wagoneer’s standard 6.4 V8 produces 31 more horsepower (471 vs. 440) than the Navigator’s 3.5 turbo V6. The Grand Wagoneer’s standard 3.0 turbo 6-cylinder produces 70 more horsepower (510 vs. 440) than the Navigator’s 3.5 turbo V6.

As tested in Motor Trend the Grand Wagoneer 6.4 V8 is faster than the Lincoln Navigator:

On the EPA test cycle the Wagoneer gets better mileage than the Navigator:

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the Wagoneer V8’s fuel efficiency. The Navigator doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

Regenerative brakes improve the Wagoneer 5.7 Hemi’s fuel efficiency by converting inertia back into energy instead of wasting it. The Navigator doesn’t offer a regenerative braking system.

The Wagoneer has 2.9 gallons more fuel capacity than the Navigator (26.5 vs. 23.6 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

The Wagoneer has a standard locking fuel door with a remote release located convenient to the driver The fuel filler door is not lockable on the Navigator. A locking fuel door helps prevent fuel theft and vandalism, such as sugar in the tank.

For better stopping power the Wagoneer’s brake rotors are larger than those on the Navigator:

The Wagoneer has a standard easy tire fill system. When inflating the tires, the vehicle’s integrated tire pressure sensors keep track of the pressure as the tires fill and tell the driver when the tires are inflated to the proper pressure. The Navigator doesn’t offer vehicle monitored tire inflation.

The Wagoneer has a standard full size spare tire so a flat doesn’t interrupt your trip. A full size spare isn’t available on the Navigator; it requires you to depend on a temporary spare, which limits mileage and speed before replacement.

The Wagoneer offers an optional automatic front and rear load leveling suspension to keep ride height level with a heavy load or when towing. The Wagoneer’s height leveling suspension allows the driver to raise ride height for better off-road clearance and then lower it again for easier entering and exiting and better on-road handling. The Navigator doesn’t offer a load leveling suspension.

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the Wagoneer is .9 inches wider in the front and 1.1 inches wider in the rear than on the Navigator.

For better maneuverability, the Wagoneer’s turning circle is 2 feet tighter than the Navigator’s (38 feet vs. 40 feet).

For greater off-road capability the Wagoneer Air Suspension has a greater minimum ground clearance than the Navigator (10 vs. 9.6 inches), allowing the Wagoneer to travel over rougher terrain without being stopped or damaged.

As tested by Car and Driver while at idle, the interior of the Grand Wagoneer Series II is quieter than the Navigator Black Label 4WD (40 vs. 42 dB).

The Wagoneer has 7.2 cubic feet more passenger volume than the Navigator (179.2 vs. 172).

The Wagoneer has 1.5 inches more front hip room, .9 inches more front shoulder room, 1.6 inches more rear legroom, 1.4 inches more rear hip room, .1 inches more rear shoulder room, 1.7 inches more third row headroom, .5 inches more third row legroom, .2 inches more third row hip room and .2 inches more third row shoulder room than the Navigator.

The Wagoneer’s cargo area provides more volume than the Navigator.

The Wagoneer’s cargo area is larger than the Navigator’s in almost every dimension:

The Wagoneer’s minimum standard towing capacity is much higher than the Navigator’s (7180 vs. 6200 pounds). Maximum trailer towing in the Lincoln Navigator is only 8700 pounds. The Wagoneer offers up to a 10,000 lbs. towing capacity.

The Wagoneer’s instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The Navigator does not have an oil pressure gauge.

The Wagoneer’s power window, power lock, power mirror and cruise control switches are lit from behind, making them plainly visible and easier to operate at night. The Navigator’s cruise control switches are unlit, making them difficult to find at night and operate safely.

Manual rear side window sunshades are available in the Wagoneer to help block heat and glare for the rear passengers. The Navigator doesn’t offer rear side window sunshades.

When the Wagoneer is put in reverse, both rearview mirrors tilt from their original position. This gives the driver a better view of the curb during parallel parking maneuvers. Shifting out of reverse puts the mirrors into their original positions. The Navigator’s mirrors don’t automatically adjust for backing.

The Wagoneer will cost the buyer less in the long run because of its superior resale value. The IntelliChoice estimates that the Wagoneer will retain 52.54% to 52.77% of its original price after five years, while the Navigator only retains 44.21% to 46.46%.

IntelliChoice estimates that five-year ownership costs (depreciation, financing, insurance, fuel, fees, repairs and maintenance) for the Jeep Wagoneer will be $9341 to $24658 less than for the Lincoln Navigator.

Car and Driver performed a comparison test in its June 2022 issue and they ranked the Jeep Grand Wagoneer Series II higher than the Lincoln Navigator Black Label 4WD.

J.D. Power and Associates rated the Wagoneer first among large suvs in owner reported satisfaction. This includes how well the vehicle performs and satisfies its owner’s expectations. The Navigator isn’t in the top three in its category.

The Jeep Wagoneer outsold the Lincoln Navigator by almost four to one during 2022.