Jeep

Limited

Launch Edition

Wagoneer S

The Jeep Wagoneer S is Stellantis's first serious attempt at a premium electric SUV, slotting into a competitive segment alongside the Kia EV9, BMW iX, and Rivian R1S. Built on a dedicated EV platform and priced from $65,200, it arrives with genuinely strong performance credentials for the class. Reviewers at outlets like MotorTrend and Car and Driver have noted that the Wagoneer S successfully modernizes Jeep's styling language while delivering a driving experience that punches above its price point, though some question whether its feature set justifies the badge premium.

Dual-motor AWD system produces 600 hp and a 0–60 mph time of 3.4 seconds, which rivals performance-oriented competitors costing significantly more

EPA-rated 303 miles of range places it near the top of its class and above many similarly priced two-row electric SUVs

Interior materials and fit-and-finish received notably positive remarks from Car and Driver reviewers, representing a clear step up from Jeep's traditional ICE interiors

Large portrait-oriented infotainment screen and available hands-free driver assistance features are competitive with German luxury rivals at the Limited trim's $65,200 price point

Ride quality described by MotorTrend testers as composed and well-damped for a performance-tuned SUV, avoiding the stiff compromise common in high-output EVs

Limited off-road capability compared to traditional Jeep products — the Wagoneer S is road-focused and lacks the low-range hardware or serious ground clearance associated with the Wrangler or Wagoneer lineage

Cargo volume and third-row seating are absent, putting it at a disadvantage against three-row electric SUVs like the Kia EV9 available near the same price

Brand perception risk noted by reviewers: buyers in this segment may gravitate toward established luxury EV nameplates from BMW, Mercedes, or Rivian over a Jeep-badged premium offering

Real-world DC fast charging speeds have drawn scrutiny from InsideEVs, with charging curve performance described as adequate but not class-leading relative to Hyundai-Kia 800V competitors

Polestar

Long Range Dual Motor

Long Range Dual Motor Performance

Polestar 3

The Polestar 3 is a premium electric SUV competing against the BMW iX, Volvo EX90, and Mercedes EQE SUV in the $70,000–$80,000 segment. Built on a shared Volvo platform and manufactured in the U.S., it emphasizes Scandinavian interior restraint and a driver-focused chassis tune. Reviewers at Car and Driver and MotorTrend consistently highlight its composed, car-like handling dynamics as a standout trait for an SUV of this size, alongside a genuinely high-quality cabin that punches above its price point.

Chassis tuning draws consistent praise from reviewers for delivering unusually agile, planted handling for a large electric SUV, with well-controlled body roll

Interior material quality and minimalist design are frequently ranked among the best in the segment, featuring a curved 14.5-inch center display running Google-based infotainment

Standard Long Range Dual Motor delivers 315 miles of EPA-rated range at $73,400, competitive against similarly priced rivals like the BMW iX xDrive50

489 hp and 510 hp outputs across the two trims provide confident real-world passing and highway performance without requiring the Performance upgrade

Qualifies for the $7,500 federal EV tax credit due to U.S. assembly in South Carolina, reducing effective entry cost to approximately $65,900

Performance Pack reduces EPA range from 315 miles to 279 miles while adding only 21 hp and 0.2 seconds off the 0–60 time, making the $6,000 premium difficult to justify on paper

Rear passenger headroom is tighter than expected for the vehicle's exterior footprint, a criticism noted by Edmunds in their interior space assessment

Cargo volume trails some competitors in the segment; the lack of a front trunk is a recurring complaint given the price tier

Software and over-the-air update reliability has drawn criticism from early owners on forums and in InsideEVs coverage, with some reporting feature inconsistencies post-update

	Jeep Wagoneer S	Polestar Polestar 3
Body type	SUV	SUV
Trims	2	2
Starting price	$65,200	$73,400
Max EPA range	303 mi	315 mi
Max power	600 hp	510 hp
Quickest 0–60	3.4 s	4.6 s
Federal tax credit	$7,500 eligible	$7,500 eligible
Drive options	Dual-Motor AWD	Dual-Motor AWD
	Full Jeep Wagoneer S specs →	Full Polestar Polestar 3 specs →

Jeep Wagoneer S vs. Polestar Polestar 3