WE GET THE INSIDE SCOOP ON THE BRAND NEW JEEP WRANGLER 4XE!

EV Channels Review

This TFL Talkin' Cars episode features an in-depth discussion with Micky Bly, FCA's Head of Global Propulsion Systems, about the new Jeep Wrangler 4xe. The review highlights the 4xe's impressive 375 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque, making it the most powerful Wrangler to date. Key takeaways include its significant 17 kWh battery, offering an estimated 25 miles of all-electric range and an impressive 50 MPGe. The discussion emphasizes that the 4xe retains the Wrangler's legendary off-road capability, with the electric motor integrated into the transmission allowing for full use of the transfer case even in EV mode and low range. Challenges like water fording and battery thermal management are addressed, with assurances that the system is robust. While the reviewer notes the quiet, futuristic driving experience in EV mode, the sound of the pedestrian alert system is still being refined. The vehicle adds approximately 400 lbs, requiring minor suspension retuning but generally maintaining the traditional Wrangler feel. Charging times are noted as around 12 hours on Level 1 and 2-2.5 hours on Level 2. The episode concludes with the engineer's personal preference for the 4xe, calling it his 'newbie'.