Jeep News
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The 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe retains all its capability in a more efficient package, but we wish it had more juice.
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Jeep recalls 2022-2023 Wrangler 4xe PHEV over battery fuse
The plug-in hybrid SUVs potentially have a battery pack assembly that was built with incorrect fasteners to secure its 200-amp fuse.
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Jeep Avenger EV SUV debuts for Europe, joined by 4x4 concept version
Unlike the upcoming Recon and Wagoneer S EVs, the Avenger hasn't been confirmed for the U.S., as it's primarily aimed at Europe.
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Jeep adds plug-in hybrid value with Wrangler Willys 4xe, Grand Cherokee 4xe special edition
Both models help bulk up a lineup of plug-in hybrids that are an important complement to the brand’s shift to EVs.
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Jeep Recon EV: Electric Wrangler “brother” is one of three production-bound EVs revealed
Avenger, Wagoneer S, and Recon are among the EVs on the way by the end of 2025, plus a full portfolio of 4xe plug-in hybrids.
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First drive review: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plugs into the luxury side of the brand with a lot of capability
The Grand Cherokee 4xe has nearly the same specs as the Wrangler 4xe—although it’s not perfect for towing or off-roading.
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The plug-in hybrid Jeep is outselling the Toyota RAV4 Prime by a significant margin—surprising given Toyota's reputation to go big on hybrids.
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Jeep updates Magneto concept for one-pedal off-roading, quicker acceleration
Jeep's Magneto 2.0 concept is a more powerful version of last year's off-road-focused electric Wrangler—as Jeep thinks out how to take its off-road icon all-electric.
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Jeep reveals first EV to arrive in 2023, part of Stellantis’ 25 US EVs by 2030
The brand has suggested that it will have a full lineup of EVs by 2025—if you think globally. But this compact Jeep EV is likely U.S.-bound.
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2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid goes 26 miles on a charge, gets 23 mpg on gasoline
Jeep hasn't shied away from making its plug-in hybrids off-road savvy. The Grand Cherokee 4xe PHEV even gets a skid plate for its battery pack.
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2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid: 25 electric miles, will tow 6,000 pounds
A plug-in version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee is arriving in early 2022, and Jeep says it will offer low-range off-roading and all the towing capability of other Grand Cherokees.
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Jeep EV due in 2023, Alfa Romeo to go from no-EV to all-EV by 2027
Stellantis plans to launch 21 plug-in hybrids and all-electric cars globally over the next two years; that includes at least one Jeep EV.
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Such a vehicle might be built on one of four dedicated EV platforms introduced last month by Jeep parent Stellantis.
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Jeep plans a lineup of fully electric vehicles by 2025—if you think globally
Jeep plans a fully electric entry in every SUV category by the middle of the decade, with plug-in hybrid models as well.
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Jeep reveals 2022 Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrid, teases future tech for off-road brand
The next plug-in hybrid Jeep to arrive in the U.S. will be a version of a Jeep family mainstay, the Grand Cherokee.
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Plug-in hybrid SUV lease deal: Jeep Wrangler 4xe costs much less than Toyota RAV4 Prime
The Wrangler plug-in hybrid only goes about half as far as the RAV4 Prime all-electric, but the off-road-capable PHEV costs a lot less to lease.
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Off-road lift kit for Jeep Wrangler 4xe is a plug-in hybrid first
The 2021 Jeep Wrangle 4xe plug-in hybrid covers new ground for tailpipe-emissions-free off-roading.
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Electrify America is helping Jeep set up a charging network at off-road trailheads
The first of these off-road-focused Level 2 charging stations will open in California and Utah this year, to support the rollout of the Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid.
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The official EPA range rating comes in 3 miles less than originally anticipated, although Jeep has said that maximizing electric propulsion for off-road ability is the priority.
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Fully electric Jeep Wrangler concept explores brand’s off-road EV identity
There's no liquid-cooling or fast-charging, but it doesn't matter; the Magneto concept gets all-electric on the map with Jeep enthusiasts.
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2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid SUV: Most powerful Wrangler yet, and trail-rated at $49,490
Jeep has designed its Wrangler plug-in hybrid to have the same off-road credentials as the rest of the lineup—with all-electric operation of up to 25 miles.
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2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid will electrify off-roading in a way nothing else has yet
Jeep says that much development work went into the system layout and control strategies for the Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid.
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For Wrangler 4xe, Jeep plans to build solar-powered chargers on off-road trails
Jeep is aiming to install chargers near off-road trails in California and Utah, so that Wrangler 4xe owners can experience the rugged outdoors without their engines running.
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Jeep Renegade 4xe and Compass 4xe plug-in hybrids detailed, still unconfirmed for US
Although a Jeep Wrangler plug-in hybrid is coming soon, Renegade and Compass PHEVs might be mainly for Europe.
Stephen Edelstein