I was in awe when I reviewed the Grand Wagoneer, and it looks like I was not the only one to notice the digital screen just for the front passenger.
- Jerry Reynolds, The Car Pro
A vehicle that wowed CarPro Show host Jerry Reynolds is also impressing the editors at Popular Science. PopSci is recognizing the Grand Wagoneer for its class-exclusive 10.25-inch front passenger interactive display in its annual ‘Best of What’s New’awards. It's the first passenger-side touchscreen in the segment.
“The Best of What’s New awards are our way of celebrating the most exciting and groundbreaking innovations of the year. These awards highlight the revolutionary inventions that are helping to improve our daily lives, our society and our planet,” said Rob Verger, technology editor — Popular Science. “From the future of air travel to revolutionary skin care products, and from sustainable outdoors equipment to game-changing gadgets, this year’s list is a thrilling mix that we’re proud to call the Best of What’s New.”
Photo Credit: Wagoneer.
Stellantis describes the display as having three major functions:
- Co-Pilot (navigation, device management),
- Entertainment (via HDMI or Amazon Fire TV Built-In with Rear Seat Entertainment control),
- Displaying views around the vehicle via exterior cameras and interior cameras (if equipped)
The front passenger can also connect their phone or tablet using an HDMI plug which will turn touchscreen into a mirrored extension of their device, so the passenger can search the internet on their device and use an app to access the Uconnect 5 system.
Relax Mode is also available through the front passenger interactive display when the Grand Wagoneer is in park. It combines dramatic, multi-screen visuals with ambient lighting across the entire cockpit. There are multiple videos to choose from and each is inspired by natural wonders or phenomenon.
The Award-winning front passenger interactive display is standard on Grand Wagoneer Obsidian and Grand Wagoneer Series III; available on Grand Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer Series II.
“Throughout the launch of the new Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer, we’ve worked to deliver a new standard for American premium in the large SUV segment,” said Jim Morrison, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand North America. “The ‘Best of What’s New’ honor from Popular Science for the front passenger interactive display is third-party validation that we are delivering class-leading technology and connectivity to our customers.”
In addition to availability on Grand Wagoneer, the front passenger interactive display is also available on Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe and Jeep Grand Cherokee L.
Photo Credit: Wagoneer/Stellantis.