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Jeep to make electric Wrangler and Grand Cherokee versions by 2028
UAW's president disclosed a tentative labor agreement between Jeep, its parent company, Stellantis, and the union itself. Interestingly, the agreement reveals some of the companies' future production plans including those for fully electric Wrangler and Grand Cherokee models.
According to the document, the Wrangler EV will likely debut in 2028, with the Grand Cherokee EV scheduled to come a year earlier. The Wrangler will be produced in the Toledo Assembly Complex, while the Grand Cherokee will come out of the Detroit Assembly Complex.
A new all-electric Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer based on the STLA Frame are also planned for 2027 release.
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UAW's president disclosed a tentative labor agreement between Jeep, its parent company, Stellantis, and the union itself. Interestingly, the agreement reveals some of the companies' future production plans including those for fully electric Wrangler and Grand Cherokee models.
According to the document, the Wrangler EV will likely debut in 2028, with the Grand Cherokee EV scheduled to come a year earlier. The Wrangler will be produced in the Toledo Assembly Complex, while the Grand Cherokee will come out of the Detroit Assembly Complex.
A new all-electric Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer based on the STLA Frame are also planned for 2027 release.
Jeep to make electric Wrangler and Grand Cherokee versions by 2028
New all-electric Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer based on the STLA Frame are also planned for 2027 release.
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Smallest Jeep gets petrol hybrid option but SA’s dodgy fuel means it can’t come here
The Jeep Avenger, first announced as a fully electric compact SUV for Europe last year, is now available in mild hybrid format across that region.
However, while this more sensible variant could be a good fit for South Africa, Stellantis says our fuel standards preclude it from local introduction.
Stellantis SA corporate communications head Deidre du Plessis said the hybrid model was only available to markets using the latest EU6 fuel standards.
South Africa currently only legislates Euro 2 fuels.
While non-hybrid internal combustion versions of the Avenger have also been announced for a handful of European markets, this is also not currently on the radar for SA at the time being, Du Plessis said.
“At this stage the Avenger is not planned to be introduced onto our local market in the short term.”
The new mild hybrid model is powered by a 1.2-litre three-cylinder Miller Cycle turbopetrol engine, rated at 74kW, and pairing with a 48-volt lithium-ion battery and six-speed dual-clutch gearbox, which houses a 21kW electric motor and inverter.
Stellantis says that in urban settings the Avenger e-Hybrid could theoretically operate in electric mode more than 50% of the time.
The Jeep Avenger, first announced as a fully electric compact SUV for Europe last year, is now available in mild hybrid format across that region.
However, while this more sensible variant could be a good fit for South Africa, Stellantis says our fuel standards preclude it from local introduction.
Stellantis SA corporate communications head Deidre du Plessis said the hybrid model was only available to markets using the latest EU6 fuel standards.
South Africa currently only legislates Euro 2 fuels.
While non-hybrid internal combustion versions of the Avenger have also been announced for a handful of European markets, this is also not currently on the radar for SA at the time being, Du Plessis said.
“At this stage the Avenger is not planned to be introduced onto our local market in the short term.”
The new mild hybrid model is powered by a 1.2-litre three-cylinder Miller Cycle turbopetrol engine, rated at 74kW, and pairing with a 48-volt lithium-ion battery and six-speed dual-clutch gearbox, which houses a 21kW electric motor and inverter.
Stellantis says that in urban settings the Avenger e-Hybrid could theoretically operate in electric mode more than 50% of the time.
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UK misses out on Jeep Wrangler 4xe... fancy a hybrid Avenger instead?
Oh, and there's a manual Avenger now too. Yours for a limited time only
Jeep has opened its order books for the Wrangler 4xe in Europe, but the bad news is the off-roading plug-in hybrid isn’t coming to Blighty. Boo. Instead, we have to make do with a hybrid version of the Avenger.
Back in April, we detailed how the Wrangler had been facelifted for 2024. That new-look model has now brought fresh styling and improved cabin tech over to Europe and the UK, but merely in petrol-only form. What gives?
Turns out it’s all to do with left-hand drive production, and Jeep has decided it isn't worth its while making Wrangler 4xes in RHD. Sigh. Okaaaaay....
That's a shame because the hybridised Wrangler - which couples a 2.0-litre turbo I-4 with two motors, generating 360bhp and 470lb ft - has been well received across the pond.
Oh, and there's a manual Avenger now too. Yours for a limited time only
Jeep has opened its order books for the Wrangler 4xe in Europe, but the bad news is the off-roading plug-in hybrid isn’t coming to Blighty. Boo. Instead, we have to make do with a hybrid version of the Avenger.
Back in April, we detailed how the Wrangler had been facelifted for 2024. That new-look model has now brought fresh styling and improved cabin tech over to Europe and the UK, but merely in petrol-only form. What gives?
Turns out it’s all to do with left-hand drive production, and Jeep has decided it isn't worth its while making Wrangler 4xes in RHD. Sigh. Okaaaaay....
That's a shame because the hybridised Wrangler - which couples a 2.0-litre turbo I-4 with two motors, generating 360bhp and 470lb ft - has been well received across the pond.
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Upcoming Jeep Wagoneer S hits 97 km/h in 3.5 seconds
Jeep is once again teasing the upcoming Wagoneer S EV, which we've seen before - way back in October of 2022, actually. Back then, the company said the "S" stands for "speed", and today it's back to prove that point.
The Wagoneer S will only be offered as a pure all-electric EV, and it will do 0 to 97 km/h in about 3.5 seconds, Jeep says, "driven by aerodynamic efficiency". It will develop 600 hp to achieve that feat.
The Wagoneer S will be sold in the US in the fall of this year, and then "in key markets around the world" at a later point, according to Jeep. It is, thus, closer than ever. It will have "standard 4xe capability" (where "e" stands for electric, we assume), with all-terrain management, "advanced Jeep brand-focused technology" (whatever that means), and a sleek exterior design. Speaking of which, here's the teaser image of the front, which Jeep released today:
Jeep is once again teasing the upcoming Wagoneer S EV, which we've seen before - way back in October of 2022, actually. Back then, the company said the "S" stands for "speed", and today it's back to prove that point.
The Wagoneer S will only be offered as a pure all-electric EV, and it will do 0 to 97 km/h in about 3.5 seconds, Jeep says, "driven by aerodynamic efficiency". It will develop 600 hp to achieve that feat.
The Wagoneer S will be sold in the US in the fall of this year, and then "in key markets around the world" at a later point, according to Jeep. It is, thus, closer than ever. It will have "standard 4xe capability" (where "e" stands for electric, we assume), with all-terrain management, "advanced Jeep brand-focused technology" (whatever that means), and a sleek exterior design. Speaking of which, here's the teaser image of the front, which Jeep released today:
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Woah, the new Jeep Wagoneer S will do 0-62mph in 3.5s
Jeep reveals first details – and a solitary image – of its upcoming, really fast electric SUV
The Jeep Wagoneer has returned, and this time, it’s… stupendously fast. The new Wagoneer S will go from 0-62mph in 3.5s which – in a world not too distant in the past – was the sole preserve of high-end, two-seater exotica.
Clearly this is not a two-seater exotica, but it is high-end. Jeep’s “premium” offering is of course a brand new electric SUV, and the first details explain how it’ll come with four-wheel-drive – or 4xe in Jeep’s nomenclature – and “all-terrain management”. Kerbs should be… manageable.
Elsewhere, there’s a 600bhp electric drivetrain of unspecified vintage, able to achieve that lightning 0-62mph time, and helped along by close attention to aerodynamics.
Though, while the sole image released thus far teases the BEV’s new face, it rather appears the Wagoneer S will bludgeon its way through the air rather than dance. Looks mean.
Jeep reveals first details – and a solitary image – of its upcoming, really fast electric SUV
The Jeep Wagoneer has returned, and this time, it’s… stupendously fast. The new Wagoneer S will go from 0-62mph in 3.5s which – in a world not too distant in the past – was the sole preserve of high-end, two-seater exotica.
Clearly this is not a two-seater exotica, but it is high-end. Jeep’s “premium” offering is of course a brand new electric SUV, and the first details explain how it’ll come with four-wheel-drive – or 4xe in Jeep’s nomenclature – and “all-terrain management”. Kerbs should be… manageable.
Elsewhere, there’s a 600bhp electric drivetrain of unspecified vintage, able to achieve that lightning 0-62mph time, and helped along by close attention to aerodynamics.
Though, while the sole image released thus far teases the BEV’s new face, it rather appears the Wagoneer S will bludgeon its way through the air rather than dance. Looks mean.
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Jeep’s Wagoneer S Sprints From 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 Seconds
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Jeep's Wagoneer S Sprints From 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 Seconds
Say hello to the electric Wagoneer S from Jeep, which can sprint to 100 km/h in the blink of an eye courtesy of 447 kW. Details here.
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From Alfas to muscle cars, new Stellantis platform promises 800km EV range, over 500kW
Flexible platforms will be key to the success of automotive giants in the electric vehicle transition and this new architecture from Stellantis has some impressive credentials.
The company has pulled the covers off its new STLA Large platform, which slots above the recently revealed STLA Medium equivalent, to underpin at least eight new flagship products from five different Stellantis brands.
The new architecture is flexible not only in terms of its size, accommodating large D- and E-Segment sedans and SUVs measuring between 4.7 and 5.1 metres, but also in the wide range of powertrains it accommodates.
Although Stellantis describes it as a “BEV native” platform, implying that it was primarily designed for battery electric vehicles, it can also accommodate internal combustion powertrains, including hybrid applications.
In fact it’s adaptable to the point of being unusual, catering for both longitudinal and transverse engine positioning and front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive applications.
The first STLA Large vehicles out the starting blocks will be the production versions of the Dodge Charger SRT Concept - which has an interesting EV soundtrack - and the Jeep Wagoneer S concept.
Flexible platforms will be key to the success of automotive giants in the electric vehicle transition and this new architecture from Stellantis has some impressive credentials.
The company has pulled the covers off its new STLA Large platform, which slots above the recently revealed STLA Medium equivalent, to underpin at least eight new flagship products from five different Stellantis brands.
The new architecture is flexible not only in terms of its size, accommodating large D- and E-Segment sedans and SUVs measuring between 4.7 and 5.1 metres, but also in the wide range of powertrains it accommodates.
Although Stellantis describes it as a “BEV native” platform, implying that it was primarily designed for battery electric vehicles, it can also accommodate internal combustion powertrains, including hybrid applications.
In fact it’s adaptable to the point of being unusual, catering for both longitudinal and transverse engine positioning and front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive applications.
The first STLA Large vehicles out the starting blocks will be the production versions of the Dodge Charger SRT Concept - which has an interesting EV soundtrack - and the Jeep Wagoneer S concept.
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Jeep Avenger real world range test
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Jeep Avenger real world range test
"Car of the year 2023" proves just how efficient it is in the real world.
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Step inside the new electric Jeep Wagoneer S
The impending 600bhp behemoth gets a three-screen digital dash and plenty of swanky materials
Following on from the initial reveal of its really slow, all-electric Wagoneer S SUV, Jeep has now released several interior shots and, gods be good, we’re impressed.
The first thing you’ll notice is the digitalised dash, which has been divided into three subsections: the driver’s display shows, er, driving information, the mid-section acts as the infotainment hub, and the far passenger side corner seems to be a secondary entertainment screen. That won’t get at all annoying when your kids keep ordering stuff from Amazon.
An ambience strip runs beneath and further segments the dash from the lower sections of the interior, where a fourth (crikey) screen can be seen between the strip and the centre console. This’ll be used to access the Wagoneer’s air con, and likely any other seating and temperature controls.
The centre console itself has a funky cross-stitched design to it and is where you’ll find the gear selector and corresponding driving modes, including one for sand and snow. But not one specifically titled ‘that annoying stretch of the M25 where your tyres constantly feel like they’re about to burst’, unfortunately.
The impending 600bhp behemoth gets a three-screen digital dash and plenty of swanky materials
Following on from the initial reveal of its really slow, all-electric Wagoneer S SUV, Jeep has now released several interior shots and, gods be good, we’re impressed.
The first thing you’ll notice is the digitalised dash, which has been divided into three subsections: the driver’s display shows, er, driving information, the mid-section acts as the infotainment hub, and the far passenger side corner seems to be a secondary entertainment screen. That won’t get at all annoying when your kids keep ordering stuff from Amazon.
An ambience strip runs beneath and further segments the dash from the lower sections of the interior, where a fourth (crikey) screen can be seen between the strip and the centre console. This’ll be used to access the Wagoneer’s air con, and likely any other seating and temperature controls.
The centre console itself has a funky cross-stitched design to it and is where you’ll find the gear selector and corresponding driving modes, including one for sand and snow. But not one specifically titled ‘that annoying stretch of the M25 where your tyres constantly feel like they’re about to burst’, unfortunately.
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Jeep Wagoneer S official images are out, showing both the exterior and interior
Earlier this month, Jeep teased the upcoming Wagoneer S by telling us that it hits 97 km/h in 3.5 seconds, further stressing the fact that the "S" in the name stands for "speed". Today, the company is doing some more teasing, this time around with a bunch of images showing the Wagoneer from a lot of angles, both inside and out.
Despite sharing the name, the Wagoneer S looks nothing like the original Wagoneer from 1963, which Jeep does give a shoutout to in the press release accompanying these images, nor does it look very much like the ICE Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer that Jeep sells right now.
Its silhouette is very clearly driven by aerodynamics, whereas the other Wagoneer models we mentioned don't seem to have that in mind all that much - which is understandable considering how important range is for an EV and how much enhanced aerodynamics can help with that.
www.arenaev.com
Earlier this month, Jeep teased the upcoming Wagoneer S by telling us that it hits 97 km/h in 3.5 seconds, further stressing the fact that the "S" in the name stands for "speed". Today, the company is doing some more teasing, this time around with a bunch of images showing the Wagoneer from a lot of angles, both inside and out.
Despite sharing the name, the Wagoneer S looks nothing like the original Wagoneer from 1963, which Jeep does give a shoutout to in the press release accompanying these images, nor does it look very much like the ICE Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer that Jeep sells right now.
Its silhouette is very clearly driven by aerodynamics, whereas the other Wagoneer models we mentioned don't seem to have that in mind all that much - which is understandable considering how important range is for an EV and how much enhanced aerodynamics can help with that.
Jeep Wagoneer S official images are out, showing both the exterior and interior
Jeep's teaser campaign continues to drip-feed us information and pictures of the upcoming EV.
www.arenaev.com