Jeep 4xe Day

Story by Benjamin Yong, photos courtesy of Stellantis,

At the inaugural Jeep 4xe Day last month, which was conceived to lay out the company’s green road map for the near future, it was revealed four rugged all-electric vehicles are destined for North America and Europe by 2025. Below, we take a look at what some of those are going to be.

“The Jeep brand’s legendary 4x4 capability continues to evolve with the use of electrification and technology, providing our community with more of what they love,” says CEO Christian Meunier during the virtual presentation.

“More capability by increasing on-demand torque from the 4xe electrified powertrain for 4x4 traction, or fun by delivering even more driving excitement for your next off-road adventure. And more freedom: the ability to go anywhere, and do anything, with open air freedom in near silence with quiet performance of the 4xe system. This is why we say that 4xe is the new 4x4.”

2024 Jeep Recon The first EV to arrive in Canada is the Wrangler-esque Recon, designed from the ground up. Like its gasoline-powered cousin, this mid-size model features the iconic seven-slot grille, short overhangs, a tailgate-mounted spare, Selec-Terrain traction management system, e-locker axle technology, plenty of underbody protection, tow hooks and BFGoodrich T/A off-road tires. The top can be dropped and raised at the touch of a button, and all doors are fully removable. Customers can begin placing orders early next year.

2024 Jeep Wagoneer S Making a return to the lineup after a near three-decade absence,

the internal combustion Wagoneer (and premium Grand Wagoneer variant) has been lauded for combining utility and luxury in a full-size package. The forthcoming zero emissions version — wearing a unique differentiating LED-lit grille — promises more of the same while packing a 600-horsepower motor able to take the SUV from 0 to 100 km/h in well under four seconds. Approximately 650 kilometres of range is expected on a single charge. Orders will commence in 2023.

202 Jeep Avenger Europe is trailblazing the way for green vehicles, where in many countries Jeep is already moving to a gas-free portfolio over the next few months. Among the offerings is the Avenger that is currently not planned to arrive on local shores. Though compact in size, the crossover still provides generous ground clearance, breakover and approach angles allowing the tackling of unfriendly terrain. Not much else is currently known other than there’s an estimated maximum travel distance of 400 kilometres with a full battery. Look for a full reveal on Oct. 17.

These plans build upon the existing success of the brand’s plug-in hybrid models such as the Wrangler 4xe and recently introduced Grand Cherokee 4xe. Jeep is also aiming for pure electric products to represent 50 per cent of sale in the U.S., and 100 per cent in Europe, by 2030. Stay tuned as additional EVs are announced in the coming months.