With the automotive landscape steadily shifting toward electrification, EVs are becoming more popular and accessible than ever. However, if you're seeking an eco-friendly daily driver but are unsure about going with 100% battery power, a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) offers a practical alternative. Shoppers from Goshen to Poughkeepsie can find compelling, battery-assisted Jeep and Chrysler models here at Healy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Beacon, NY.
Why Choose a Plug-in Hybrid?
A PHEV works similarly to a regular hybrid, using an electric powertrain to assist the gas engine, resulting in improved efficiency, smoother performance, and, often, high performance. They also charge the battery as you drive and operate normally on gas alone. However, PHEV models utilize a more powerful electric motor and a larger battery that is charged externally for optimal efficiency and performance. The benefit is electric-only capability, allowing you to experience EV driving without relying solely on battery power. And thanks to their larger battery capacity, PHEV models are eligible for federal tax rebates.
While PHEV batteries are larger than hybrid batteries, they're typically much smaller than EV batteries. That means they can often be charged overnight (8 – 12 hours, depending on the capacity) using a common three-pin, 120v household-style power outlet. However, you can also use public or home-installed Level 2 equipment to completely replenish the battery in around two or three hours.
Which Jeep and Chrysler Models off a PHEV Powertrain?
Jeep Wrangler 4xe
Jeep's 4xe powertrain takes the automaker's legendary terrain-tackling 4x4 into the future, delivering uncompromised Wrangler fun with electrifying performance and more eco-compatible operation. The Jeep Wrangler 4xe combines a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with an electric powertrain and an 8-speed automatic transmission to generate 375 horsepower and a stout 470 pound-feet of near-instant torque. The result is quick acceleration from a standstill, reduced tailpipe emissions, and improved capability for rock crawls and hill climbs.
A 17-kWh battery pack enables an EPA-estimated 21 miles of electric-only range and 49 MPGE (miles-per-gallon equivalent),1 giving you the freedom to keep exploring without range anxiety. Jeep Wrangler 4xe models from 2022 to 2024 are eligible for a federal tax credit of $3,750.
Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe
If you love the Jeep brand's adventure-ready ethos but also want extra space, refinement, and versatility, the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is an excellent choice. It offers classy and capacious accommodations, cutting-edge tech and safety features, and 38 to 71 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the second and first rows, respectively. It also offers Jeep's 4xe plug-in hybrid powertrain, achieving an EPA-estimated 56 MPGe (miles-per-gallon equivalent) and 25 miles of all-electric range.1 And like its Wrangler sibling, the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is eligible for a $3,750 federal tax credit.
Chrysler Pacifica
Are you seeking maximum accommodations and practicality for your larger Fishkill family? The Chrysler Pacifica minivan is the ultimate family vehicle, boasting refined accommodations, a cavernous cargo area, and many family-friendly amenities, including a segment-exclusive integrated vacuum cleaner. The Pacific comes standard with numerous advanced driver aids, including collision mitigation, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot/rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. It's also the only minivan in its class with an available plug-in hybrid powertrain.
The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid combines two electric motors, a 16-kWh battery, and a 3.6-liter V-6 powertrain, producing 260 horsepower while achieving an EPA-rated 82 MPGe. The EPA estimates that the Pacifica Hybrid can travel ~32 miles on just battery power.1 Pacifica model years from 2022 to 2024 are eligible for the full $7,500 federal tax credit.
Test-Drive Jeep 4xe and Chrysler PHEV Models near Newburgh and Wappingers Falls
Reach out to Healy Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram for more information about the latest electrified models, available financing offers, and how you can reserve one to fit your needs and lifestyle. If you'd like a closer look at the new Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, Jeep Wrangler 4xe, or Chrysler Pacifica PHEV, we welcome you to visit our dealership in Beacon, NY, for a test drive. We'd love to give you a tour.
1Listed mileage figures are EPA estimates to be used for comparison purposes only. Actual mileage may vary depending on operating conditions, vehicle maintenance, driving habits, and other factors.