Automotive
You’re driving down the interstate, singing along to your favorite playlist, when you spot a big, black SUV in your rearview mirror. It’s tall, wide, and has that unmistakable “government issue” presence. Your foot instinctively lifts off the gas pedal. Is it a cop? Secret Service? Military convoy? Nope — it’s the new 2025 Jeep Wagoneer Command Operations Vehicle (COV), and it’s ready to put fear (and comfort) in the hearts of commuters everywhere.
Jeep is officially taking its Wagoneer into full James Bond territory. Developed in partnership with federal, state, and local agencies, the new Wagoneer COV was built with one thing in mind: serious business. Whether it’s hauling VIPs in a convoy through Washington D.C. or patrolling rural highways in Middle America, this full-size SUV now adds “government-grade intimidation” to its resume.
The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer COV debuted at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan, where more than 200 fleet customers got to experience it in person. The response? Let’s just say there were more than a few raised eyebrows and not just from people mistaking it for a black-ops unit.
With an exterior that could be confused for an FBI vehicle, the COV comes equipped with everything but a lie detector. We’re talking interior visor lightbars, quad grille lights, a behind-the-grille siren, and even a high-wattage PA system that could probably part traffic faster than a siren. Whelen lighting systems, custom wiring for radios and computers, and weapon storage solutions? Yeah, this thing means business.
Under the hood, it’s got the heart of a beast. The 420-horsepower twin-turbo Hurricane engine launches it from 0 to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds — not bad for something that can tow 10,000 pounds and seat eight people in luxury. The Quadra-Lift air suspension and automatic load leveling make it as comfortable to ride in as it is intimidating to look at.
But don’t think the COV is just a rolling fortress. Jeep loaded it up with more than 130 standard safety and security features, including intersection collision assist, night vision, drowsy driver detection, pedestrian emergency braking, and more cameras than a reality show. There’s even a head-up display and adaptive cruise control that reads traffic signs.
Inside, it’s all upscale comfort with leather seating, three-zone climate control, and best-in-class room in every direction. Third-row passengers? Yeah, they get legroom too. Cargo space maxes out at 130.9 cubic feet, so there’s plenty of room for tactical gear or… let’s be honest, a month’s worth of Costco runs.
If you’re not in law enforcement or a government agency, don’t expect to see this exact version at your local dealership — but do expect to see it on the roads. Its striking profile will have everyday drivers wondering if they’re being followed by a federal escort. And if you work in fleet management, the COV is available to order now in the U.S. through Stellantis dealerships.
With three years of Jeep Connect, ten years of safety tech support, and over-the-air updates, the COV is just as connected as it is commanding. And while civilian versions may never get the full lightbar-and-siren treatment, don’t be surprised if a slightly tamer version of this blacked-out beast shows up in the suburbs.
So next time you see a big black SUV creeping up in your rearview mirror, you might want to think twice before flooring it. It could be the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer COV… or maybe it’s just your neighbor with impeccable taste in intimidating rides.
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