Update: Introduction and Specifications updated; Confirmation added.
Jeep’s plan to fully electrify its U.S. portfolio, which will lead to the launch of a Jeep Grand Wagoneer 4xe, Christian Meunier, the former CEO of the Stellantis-owned global sport utility brand, revealed at 2022 Jeep 4xe Day on September 8, 2022.
The company intends to launch 5 new or revised models in the U.S. in 2025, and the Jeep Grand Wagoneer 4xe will be among the new high-end offerings. Here’s what we know about the full-size range-extender SUV.
Confirmation
The Jeep Grand Wagoneer 4xe will be the brand’s first range-extender vehicle. Bob Broderdorf, the Chief Executive Officer of the Jeep brand, has confirmed that the EREV variant will be released in the U.S. towards the end of the year.
We talked about it last night, we’ll see the range-extending version come in near the end of the year, and we’ll see how this begins to complement this product.
Bob Broderdorf, the Chief Executive Officer of Jeep, talking to TopSpeed.com about the Grand Wagoneer’s plans in February 2025
Design
The design of the Grand Wagoneer 4xe will differ from the current model, incorporating the facelift changes. Confirming the refresh at the Stellantis Investor Day 2024, on June 13 was former Jeep brand CEO Antonio Filosa.
We have also renovated in the E-SUV segment with two strong MCA (Mid Cycle Action or Facelift), the Grand Cherokee, and in the large SUV segment, again the two very strong MCA, the Jeep Wagoneer and the Jeep Grand Wagoneer, coming soon, helping the brand to enlarge the scope of competition from the current market coverage of 45% to future market coverage of 85%.
Antonio Filosa, discussing Jeep’s growth plan in the U.S., at the Stellantis Investor Day on June 13, 2024.
While Filosa did not provide specific details about the changes, it is typical for an MCA to include new bumpers, grille, wheels, and lights. Jeep designers should modify the front fascia and lighting of the new Grand Wagoneer to match the appearance of the Wagoneer S.
Styling
Jeep will employ special blue design cues to give the Grand Wagoneer 4xe distinctive styling. Teasers have revealed blue tow hooks and a blue “e” on the charge port cover. We also expect a “4xe” badge with the “e” in blue on the tailgate. The charge port cover will be located on the left front fender, which will make nose-in parking at charging locations convenient. The company won’t overdo the badges and accents, as that could affect the model’s sophisticated character.
Specifications
While specifications of the Jeep Grand Wagoneer 4xe have not been disclosed, the powertrain will be shared with the Ram 1500 Ramcharger. The pickup truck uses a dual-motor setup powered by a 92 kWh battery pack, which is charged using a 130 kW Pentastar V6 gas engine.
In this setup, the engine serves as a generator to charge the battery without directly driving the wheels. Combined, the system develops 654 hp and 615 lb.-ft. of torque in the pickup. As the luxury SUV is expected to haul trailers or boats, it is expected to benefit from the Ramcharger’s 14,000 lbs towing capacity, maintaining its best-in-class capability.
With an estimated combined range of over 500 miles, this vehicle is being designed to drive you the distance from New York (City) to Toronto (Canada), with only one initial charge.
Jim Morrison, former senior vice president and head of the brand in North America, talking about the Grand Wagoneer 4xe, at the Jeep Brand 4xe Day on September 8, 2022
The Grand Wagoneer 4xe should be quickest in its lineup, as the same powertrain propels the Ram 1500 Ramcharger to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. The Grand Wagoneer EREV will be able to travel over 500 miles between fuel stops. In case drivers can’t locate a gas station, DC fast charging (175 kW) is expected to add around 50 miles of range in 10 minutes.
Production
As per the UAW Stellantis hourly agreement document (Nov 2023), the ‘Wagoneer/Grand Wagoneer (WS) REPB STLA Frame’ is to enter production in 2025 at the Warren Truck Assembly plant in Michigan, which makes the combustion-powered variants. ‘REPB’ is the abbreviation of Range Electric Paradigm Breaker, which is the range-extender model. There is no mechanical link between the engine and the wheels.
Price
Priced from USD 62,945 and USD 92,540, respectively, the Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer are among the most expensive models in the Jeep range. The base Grand Wagoneer 4xe should cost over USD 100,000.
TopElectricSUV says
The soaring demand for its existing plug-in hybrid models, such as the Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, which are the first and third best-selling PHEVs in the U.S. market for 2024, has given Jeep the confidence to extend 4xe to the Wagoneer family.
The Jeep Grand Wagoneer 4xe is poised to become the most efficient variant in the line-up, while also being the quietest, quickest, with the ability to travel the farthest without compromising towing. Further electrifying the bulkiest Jeeps in the range would ensure compliance with future emission norms.
Also Read: 8 Range-Extender (EREV) vehicles expected in the U.S. (2025-2028)
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