Are Electric Jeeps Off-Road Capable?
Are Electric Jeeps Off-Road Capable?
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There is a lot your Jeep electric vehicle can do as they harness the power of electricity to conquer the trails and tackle the highways. The Grand Cherokee and the Wrangler 4xe are designed to bring you exceptional capability, power, and efficiency. The plug-in hybrid technology is the first step in Jeep's mission to offer drivers a complete line of zero-emission SUVs. Below you will find how capable the Wrangler and the Grand Cherokee 4xe are off the road, and once you are done reading be sure to check out our entire Jeep 4xe inventory, which you can find right here on our website!
Exploring the Grand Cherokee and Wrangler 4xe
The Wrangler 4xe is the most capable Wrangler ever created as it takes the SUV to new heights. Under the hood of the Wrangler 4xe, you will find a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine which will get you around 375 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque and the ability to go from 0-60 mph in six seconds or less. In addition, the Wrangler 4xe offers drivers up to 31.5-inches of water fording, allowing the Wrangler 4xe to go over brooks and streams when off-roading. If you are looking for something larger, check out the Grand Cherokee 4xe, which gives you incredible electrified power to go along with sophistication and versatility. The Grand Cherokee comes with two electric motors and provides drivers with a towing capacity of 6,000 pounds to go along with all of the features you expect from a Grand Cherokee! If you are looking for a powerful and roomy vehicle that's good for the environment. The Grand Cherokee 4xe is your best bet!
Push Boundaries
Your Wrangler and Grand Cherokee 4xe come with a ton of technology to offer you the kind of performance that you will need to take your adventure to the next level! The hybrid and gasoline work together in tandem to give you uncompromised capability. You can also take advantage of the 25 miles of pure EV driving with the Grand Cherokee 4xe. In addition, the Wrangler and the Grand Cherokee 4xe will provide you with superior off-road performance as the Wrangler will allow the driver to take control of the torque and more tractive force during lower RPMs. With this improved capability, things will get easier when you go over certain obstacles. If you want to test these hybrid vehicles' metal, we suggest hitting the trails of Lost Horse Loop and the Crowley Lake Columns.
Move the Earth
Both the Wrangler and Grand Cherokee 4xe come with a 17.3 kWh battery that is placed smack dab in the center of each vehicle. It will generally take around two hours to fully charge your hybrid Jeep with the Level II battery charger, allowing you to get back to your adventure as soon as possible! This battery will allow you to travel long distances on the trails as well as cruise through all kinds of remote landscapes with almost a completely silent performance when you are in Electric mode. You can also take advantage of the 21-mile all-electric range with the Wrangler 4xe, but should your run low on charge; you can take advantage of the Level II charging stations, making it easy to plan your route and recharge along the way.
The Best of all Worlds
Your Jeep plug-in hybrid technology will pair with a traditional gasoline engine to give you exceptional performance when you are out on the trails. You will never have range anxiety when your travel great distances in the wilderness thanks to the impeccable partnership between the 4xe technology combined with the support of a gasoline-powered engine. The Jeep brand electrification will also provide drivers with a pure electric performance which you can tailor to suit different driving conditions. For example, an Electric mode will allow for nearly zero tailpipe emission even at highway speeds. Hybrid mode will combine torque from both the powertrain and the electric motor. The combination will give you maximum horsepower, instant torque, and spectacular acceleration. Finally, both the Wrangler and the Grand Cherokee 4xe come with regenerative braking, which will allow your battery to recharge when you are braking.
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As you can see, there is a lot to love about the Wrangler and the Grand Cherokee 4xe! Not only are they incredibly powerful and good for the environment, but they are also perfect for off-roading. If you are interested in taking home either the Wrangler or Grand Cherokee 4xe, then be sure to head down to Temecula Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, where our team will set you up with a test drive. If you enjoy your test drive, then be sure to check out our finance department, where our team will work with you towards a deal that will fit your budget. You can also check out our entire 4xe inventory here on our website!
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