Recon vs Wagoneer S
If you like how Jeep does things, the Recon and the Wagoneer S are two different answers from the same company. What you gain on one side you give up on the other: the Recon wins on engine & performance, the Wagoneer S on fuel economy & range.
At a glance
- Engine & Performance Recon wins
- Fuel Economy & Range Wagoneer S wins
- Space & Practicality Tie
- Off-road & Towing Tie
- Engine & Performance10.0
- Off-road & Towing5.9
- Engine & Performance6.7
- Off-road & Towing6.2
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Key Differences
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The Recon has 170 hp more power
The Recon’s 670 hp leaves the Wagoneer S’s 500 hp well behind, so if this spec matters to you, the choice is easy. Power is only part of the story; weight, gearing and torque delivery shape how quick a car feels.
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The Wagoneer S has 72 mi more electric range
Not a close call. The Wagoneer S lists 294 mi and the Recon lists 222 mi. That’s a substantial gap. If you can charge at home, the Wagoneer S’s longer electric range can cover more commutes on electricity alone.
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The Recon has 100 lb-ft more torque
Among all the differences on this page, 620 lb-ft against 520 lb-ft is one of the most meaningful, and it favors the Recon. More torque means stronger pulling from low speeds, which you feel when accelerating from a stop or climbing grades.
Design & Size
The official dimensions put the Recon and the Wagoneer S within a whisker of each other.
Dimensions
| Spec | Recon | Wagoneer S |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 193.3 in | 192.4 in |
| Width (no mirrors) | N/A (not specified) | 74.8 in |
| Height | N/A (not specified) | 64.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in | 113 in |
Engine & Performance
Recon leads
For engine & performance, the verdict is easy: the Recon leads, and not by a little. On the Recon, you get 170 hp more power. More power helps with merging, overtaking and climbing hills, especially with passengers and luggage on board. Prioritize engine & performance, and the Recon is where you should land.
Total system output
Recon: 670 hp Wagoneer S: 500 hp The Recon’s extra output gives it more in reserve when you need to get up to speed.
Torque
Recon: 620 lb-ft Wagoneer S: 520 lb-ft The Recon’s extra torque makes it more relaxed when fully loaded or towing.
Fuel Economy & Range
Wagoneer S leads
The Wagoneer S wins the fuel economy & range section decisively. The Wagoneer S comes with 72 mi more electric range. More electric range means more of your daily driving can happen without using fuel at all. So if fuel economy & range tops your list, lean toward the Wagoneer S.
Electric range
Recon: 222 mi Wagoneer S: 294 mi Cold weather and highway speeds reduce electric range, so a larger buffer is useful.
Space & Practicality
Too close to call
The space & practicality specs are close enough that neither gets the point. Net result on space & practicality: level.
Off-road & Towing
Too close to call
This area ends level; whatever separates these two, it isn’t off-road & towing. This section won’t settle the choice, so weigh the other areas more heavily.
Safety & Tech
Names, not numbers: the safety & tech rows below show what each one is built with, and it’s worth reading them side by side.
Full Specifications
Engine & Performance
| Spec | Recon | Wagoneer S |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Battery electric | Battery electric |
| Engine | Dual electric motors, 100 kWh battery | Dual electric motors, 100.5 kWh battery |
| Total system output | 670 hp (winner) Most powerful in class | 500 hp |
| Torque | 620 lb-ft (winner) Most torque in class | 520 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Single-speed direct drive | Single-speed direct drive |
| Drivetrain | 4WD (dual-motor) | AWD |
Fuel Economy & Range
| Spec | Recon | Wagoneer S |
|---|---|---|
| Electric range | 222 mi Shortest electric range | 294 mi (winner) |
Space & Practicality
| Spec | Recon | Wagoneer S |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo (behind rear seats) | 30.3 cu ft | N/A (not specified) |
| Cargo (seats folded) | 65.9 cu ft | N/A (not specified) |
Off-road & Towing
| Spec | Recon | Wagoneer S |
|---|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 9.10 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Max towing | 3,300 lb | 3,500 lb |
| AWD / 4WD available | Yes | Yes |
Safety & Tech
| Spec | Recon | Wagoneer S |
|---|---|---|
| Largest touchscreen | 14.5 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Apple CarPlay / Android Auto | Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
Dimensions
| Spec | Recon | Wagoneer S |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 193.3 in | 192.4 in |
| Width (no mirrors) | N/A (not specified) | 74.8 in |
| Height | N/A (not specified) | 64.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in | 113 in |
Price
| Spec | Recon | Wagoneer S |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $65,000 Priciest in class | N/A (not specified) |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Recon if…
- you want more power (670 hp vs 500 hp)
- you want more pulling power from low speeds (620 lb-ft vs 520 lb-ft of torque)
Choose the Wagoneer S if…
- you can charge at home and want more of your daily driving on electricity (294 mi vs 222 mi)
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the Recon or the Wagoneer S?
The Recon and the Wagoneer S split the comparison (engine & performance for the Recon, fuel economy & range for the Wagoneer S), so pick the strength you’ll use.
Does the Recon last longer on a charge than the Wagoneer S?
The Wagoneer S comes out ahead on electric range, with 294 mi compared with 222 mi on the Recon.
Is the Recon bigger than the Wagoneer S?
The Recon and the Wagoneer S are so close in size that you’d struggle to tell them apart on dimensions alone.
Executive Summary
I get why people hesitate between the Recon and the Wagoneer S. On the surface, they look like two versions of the same idea. Here’s what matters most to me: the Recon offers 170 hp more power. Where the Wagoneer S fights back is 72 mi more electric range.
The Recon is built for people who weigh engine & performance heavily, and the Wagoneer S for people who weigh fuel economy & range.
My pick: it genuinely depends, with the Recon ahead on engine & performance and the Wagoneer S ahead on fuel economy & range.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.