In early 2020, during the Consumer Electronics Show (CSE) in Las Vegas, American automaker Jeep® announced its plans to begin electrifying its lineup of vehicle families. At the time, not many details were provided beyond the company's intention to start with the 4xe line of plug-in hybrid powertrains. A few months later, Jeep® executives confirmed that one of the models getting the 4xe treatment was the legendary Wrangler, which is a more powerful, fuel-efficient, and capable off-road SUV.
The Jeep brand introduced the first generation of the new Jeep® Wrangler 4xe in 2021, and it quickly got the attention of automotive journalists and market analysts who wanted to learn more about how the hybrid powertrain could improve off-road performance. Many journalists were thoroughly impressed by how much more horsepower and torque the Jeep® Wrangler 4xe can generate compared to traditional Wranglers. Let's go into greater detail about what this new SUV offers to Newburgh drivers who appreciate off-road performance.
What Happens When You Combine an Electric Motor With a Gasoline Engine?
The essence of hybrid powertrain technology is to improve performance and fuel efficiency by combining electric and gasoline power. In the case of the new Jeep® Wrangler 4xe, you have a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine working in tandem with two electric motors. With this combination, the electric motors provide instant torque, crucial for off-road situations complicated by rocks or steep inclines. You get 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, thus making the Wrangler 4xe more capable than the Wrangler Rubicon with the Pentastar V6 engine.
With the status of the Wrangler as a premier off-road SUV, it makes sense to boost its performance with the 4xe hybrid package. Jeep® equips the Wrangler 4xe with features such as skid plates, ground clearance lift kits, tuned suspension, and underbody shielding for water wading; this equipment is the same for the gasoline Wranglers, but the 4xe gets the advantage of more power plus an advanced driveline equipped with smart traction control.
You can charge the battery of the Jeep® Wrangler 4xe at your home near Poughkeepsie in about five hours; this gives you a range of up to 26 miles on the battery alone. The combined fuel economy is 49 MPGe, and you can drive for 370 miles with a full tank and the battery at 100%. The gasoline engine takes over for longer highway stretches or whenever regenerative braking kicks in.
Choose the Jeep® Wrangler 4xe That Suits Your Driving Style
All Jeep® models built under the Wrangler marque are off-road machines that can handle any terrain near Goshen, and the new 4xe is not an exception. You have six trim levels to choose from, all four-door SUVs. The base model is the Sport S, with a premium audio option and additional driver-assistance features. If you prefer retro styling, the Wrangler Willys is inspired by the iconic Jeep® vehicle built for the United States Army combat unit during World War II, and it comes with extras such as a trailering system and rock rails.
The Wrangler Sahara 4xe is a more off-road-focused trim level with a safari roof and removable doors. If you prefer a more refined driving experience around Fishkill, the High Altitude trim has everything from heated seats with fine leather upholstery to LED ambient lighting, side steps, a sliding hardtop with a power mechanism, and premium cabin accents. For the ultimate off-road driving performance, the Wrangler Rubicon 4xe comes with a tuned suspension, skid plates, a sway bar, a trail camera system, and an advanced traction control system.
Contact Our Team near Wappingers Falls
Contact our sales office if you have questions about the new Jeep 4xe line, which extends beyond the Wrangler to include the Grand Cherokee. Come to our Healey Chrysler Dodge Jeep® Ram lot for a test drive, or let us know if you want to make an appointment.