Jeep reveals plug in hybrid Grand Cherokee 4xe, first of many new EVs in line up by 2025
Jeep’s Grand Cherokee 4xe plug in hybrid has been revealed, the first of many new electrified offerings from the off road brand over the next four years. During the Stellantis EV Day 2021, the company said in a statement “The introduction of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is another step toward expanding electrification and strengthening the Jeep brand’s vision of “Zero Emission, 100% Freedom” in a year in which the Jeep brand celebrates 80 years of achievements and innovations.”
The unveiling of the Grand Cherokee 4xe follows the launch of the somewhat underwhelming Wrangler 4xe, and the announcement from the automaker of a 4xe charging network, in partnership with Electrify America.
The Wrangler 4xe is powered by a 270-hp (201 kW) turbocharged inline-four that is sandwiched between a 44-hp (33 kW) motor connected through the accessory belt at the front, and a 134-hp motor taking the place of the transmission's torque converter at the back according to Car and Driver . These are paired with a 14 kWh lithium-ion battery. It is not yet known whether the Grand Cherokee 4xe will retain this setup, or whether the vehicle will be sold outside North America.