Following the success of the first-ever Jeep Wrangler 4xe, the latest-generation Grand Cherokee is the latest Jeep to gain the 4xe PHEV variant. Looks like Jeep's electrification strategy is starting to pay off big dividends with the newest addition of the 4xe family.
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| 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe |
Starting at 60,360 US Dollars plus additional costs, the first-ever Grand Cherokee 4xe brings the legendary Grand Cherokee lineage to the electrification route, making it capable to tackle the challenges of the new normal.
Based on the short-wheelbase Grand Cherokee WL, it offers the same five-seater capabilities as its petrol-powered equivalent, meaning you still get the similar looks, the same twin touchscreens on the dashboard, the same ambient lightning, and so on. The only way to differentiate it is by the 4xe badging on it and some special 4xe graphics for the Trailhawk variant.
The 4xe powertrain that serves as the beating heart of the PHEV Grand Cherokee comprises of a 2.0L l4 DOHC DI Turbo engine bolted to a 400v 17-kWh li-ion nickel manganese cobalt battery pack, two electric motors, engine-mounted motor generator unit, and ZF 8-speed AT. This powertrain delivers 375hp of power and 637Nm of torque, 56MPGe of combined fuel economy, and a combined range of 470 miles.
Those who wish to take it offroad like a proper Jeep should go for the one with the Quadra-Drive II system with rear eLSD but for those who want a more civilized driving experience should go for the one with the Quadra-Trac II 4x4 system with a two-speed low transfer case for better traction. Either way, the Grand Cherokee 4xe means business and pleasure behind the wheel while keeping Mother Nature happy.
Like most Grand Cherokees, it comes with a wide array of safety features such as the night vision camera, Interior Rear Monitoring Camera, Digital Rearview Mirror, and tons of familiar ADAS to play it safe.
From Death Valley to New York, the first-ever Grand Cherokee 4xe is classic Grand Cherokee with an electrified twist and it's worth driving one.
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