New Jeep EVs

The Jeep Wagoneer S is a 592bhp electric SUV with many, many screens

The most aerodynamically efficient Jeep ever will apparently manage ‘more than 300 miles’ on a charge

Since when did Jeep lead its press releases with power figures and acceleration times? Well, presumably since it built a car with 592bhp, 617lb ft of torque and a 0-62mph time of 3.4 seconds, we guess. Yep, say hello to the new Jeep Wagoneer S.

We’re told that this is Jeep’s first ‘global battery-electric vehicle’ with sales due to start in the US and Canada later this year. Other markets around the world will then follow in 2025. Worth remembering that the teeny Jeep Avenger crossover isn’t sold outside of Europe.

The Wagoneer S is built on the Stellantis STLA Large platform, with a 400-volt architecture and a giant 100.5kWh battery pack that apparently provides a range of “more than 300 miles”. Not fantastic, we must say.
And yet, Jeep is at pains to point out this is its most aerodynamically efficient car ever (not that the competition is that fierce in that department). It cites the enclosed – and now illuminated – seven-slot grille, the curved bonnet, the raked windscreen, the sloping roofline, the rear spoiler, the front tyre spats and the flush, pocket-style door handles as bits that contribute to its 0.29 Cd figure.

 
2024 Jeep Wagoneer S Is A 600-HP Look At Jeep's All-Electric Future

The Wagoneer S packs plenty of power, a whole lot of range and decent luxury into an attractive-looking EV crossover.
Jeep is kicking the doors of the EV party down by finally fully detailing its first all-electric offering, the extremely quick and confusingly named 2024 Wagoneer S. Jeep’s first EV to reach dealers comes packed with a whole lot of impressive numbers: 600 horsepower, 617 pound-feet of torque, 300 miles of range, 6,700 pound of girth, a 3.4-second 0-to-60 time and a starting price tag of nearly $72,000.

Even though it’s an EV, Jeep still wants the Wagoneer S to behave like a Jeep off-road. That’s why it’ll come with standard all-wheel drive and Jeep’s Selec-Terrain transaction management system with five drive modes, including Snow and Sand, so you can get your Wagoneer S dirty. It’s also got enough juice to tow a 3,400-pound trailer if you’re into that sort of thing.

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2024 Jeep Wagoneer S Is A 600-HP Look At Jeep's All-Electric Future

The Wagoneer S packs plenty of power, a whole lot of range and decent luxury into an attractive-looking EV crossover.
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Jeep follows up the Wagoneer S EV with an off-roading Trailhawk concept

New impressively quick, pure electric Jeep gets some 'rugged-isation'

Jeep has followed up the big reveal of the 592bhp Wagoneer S with a fully electric off-road version, and it is thus: the Wagoneer Trailhawk concept.

There's the obligatory lifted suspension and aero tweaks in the form of “functional air extractors… for [performance] under high-speed conditions". Presumably some adaptive flaps to give the chunkier (and possibly weightier) thing more stability on the motorway.

It carries the same 100.5kWh battery and 400V architecture as the production model, and in addition to the drive modes in the regular Wagoneer S – namely Auto, Sand, Snow, Eco and Sport – the off-roader has Rock mode and a driver-selectable locking differential to give more control over the, er, rocks.

Which you'll need to watch out for, not least because it also carries rather fetching anti-scratch cladding over a stylish dark green paint job, and a restyled, textured grille. There are bold orange tow hooks poking out of the chunkier front and back bumpers, 31.5in all-terrain tyres wrapped around 18in multi-piece wheels, and a roof rack over the two-piece panoramic roof.

 
Jeep introduces the rugged Wagoneer S Trailhawk concept

Earlier today Jeep unveiled the Wagnoeer S all-electric SUV for the North American market, and at the same time the brand also presented the rugged-looking Wagoneer S Trailhawk concept.

Unlike the Wagoneer S, the Trailhawk is a concept so it won't see the light of day as is. It's meant as a showcase of what Jeep can accomplish when it sets out to blend its authentic brand design inside and out with "all-electric 4xe capability".

The Trailhawk can "easily transition from the pavement to off-roading terrain showcasing the flexibility of the STLA Large platform and Jeep Wagoneer S lineup", the brand explains in its official press release.

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Jeep introduces the rugged Wagoneer S Trailhawk concept

It takes the Wagoneer S design into off-roading territory.
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Euro NCAP gives Jeep Avenger 'mediocre' three stars for safety

Safety testing organisation criticises car’s rear child protection and collision avoidance systems

The Jeep Avenger has been given a “mediocre” three-star rating in the latest round of Euro NCAP safety test

The small crossover was let down by poor scores for side-impact protection of 10-year-old rear occupants and the responsiveness of its autonomous emergency braking (AEB) system. Euro NCAP also criticised its lack of a child presence detection system.

Jeep’s baby SUV did however score well for overall adult and child occupant protection, with Euro NCAP awarding ratings of 79% and 70% in each respective area.

Nonetheless, the results show “a clear lack of ambition” from Jeep, according to Euro NCAP secretary general Michiel van Ratingen.

He said: "There is growing competition in the car industry, and [Jeep parent company] Stellantis has had to take several steps to secure the future of its brands. But safety should not be where a car manufacturer makes its savings.

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Euro NCAP gives Jeep Avenger 'mediocre' three stars for safety | Autocar

Safety testing organisation criticises car’s rear child protection and collision avoidance systems
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Jeep considers holding back Wagoneer S if the quality isn’t spot on

Jeep is navigating a critical juncture as it prepares to launch its first all-electric vehicle in the US market, the Wagoneer S. The stakes are high, with Jeep facing declining sales and inventory challenges for its traditional models. The Wagoneer S, with its hefty €64,883 starting price, is seen as a pivotal product for the brand's future. However, recent statements from Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa suggest that the launch date, initially planned for this fall, might be pushed back.

Filosa has pointed out that the Wagoneer S carries the dual responsibility of being both a Jeep and the brand's inaugural electric vehicle in North America. He insists that the lack of a firm launch date stems from a commitment to ensuring "perfect quality." While the EV is reportedly nearing completion, Filosa maintains that "close is not good enough."

Jeep's cautious approach reflects the weight of expectations riding on the Wagoneer S. The brand has faced a series of setbacks this year, including recalls, defect investigations, and executive shake-ups. In this context, the successful launch of the Wagoneer S is nothing short of crucial.

Filosa acknowledges the importance of timing but asserts that delivering a flawless product to consumers is far more important. He outlines a straightforward strategy for Jeep's resurgence: compelling products, effective marketing, and competitive pricing. The goal is to accelerate sales in the fourth quarter, reduce dealer inventory, and revive the brand through targeted marketing campaigns.

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Jeep considers holding back Wagoneer S if the quality isn’t spot on

Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa emphasizes quality over speed as the launch of the Wagoneer S, the brand's first all-electric SUV, faces potential delays.
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