Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe: The Best Plug-in-Hybrid SUV? (Overview, Performance, and Specs)

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Are you one of those prospects who craves authentic trail credibility but also wants electric efficiency layered into plush architecture?

See, at Advisorwheels, we know our need, taste and desire of our valued readers- learning you faster than your sloppy Ai chatbot!

Keeping aside our cockiness, let’s introduce to you the American’s reminder to the global aristocracy that when you have electrified ambition, off-road heritage and most importantly, a spirited and sheer conviction, you can create something extraordinary!

jeep grand cherokee 4xe

Presenting the new and potent plug-in hybrid SUV, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe.

Without any further ado, lets cut to the chase and see some benchmarking figures!

This electric-charged beast soul is a 2.0 litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine synthesized with dual electric motors that put into motion and  spurs it to:

  • produce a combined 375 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque 
  • propelling this plug-in-hybrid SUV from 0-60 mph in about 6 seconds
  • glides through the air with an accumulated top speed near 137 mph.

Such compelling and promising performance figures coming from a plug-in-hybrid SUV that  even segment stalwarts such as Volvo XC90 Recharge, BMW X5 xDrive 45e found indispensable.

But Grand Cherokee 4xe ‘s linchpin that also masquerade as USP is 25 miles of pure electric range– allowing urban commuters flirt with sustainability that too with the company of Jeep’s signature four wheel-drive capability.

Magnificent, isn’t it? We can sense that you’re curious to know more about it and restless for the answers. So, why don’t take a voyage to the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe specification sheet- a complete cluster of all the vital DNA stats you will need.

See you at the seashore!

Engine & Performance

Engine Type:2.0 L turbocharged inline-4 PHEV (gas engine + dual electric motors)
Displacement/Battery Capacity:2.0 L displacement; 17.3 kWh lithium-ion battery (≈14 kWh usable)
Power Output:375 hp @ 5 250 RPM (combined system)
Torque:470 lb-ft
0-60 mph (0-100km/h):~6.4 seconds
Top Speed:137 mph
Number of Cylinders/Motors:Inline-4 engine + 2 electric motors
Fuel Type:Premium unleaded gasoline + electric
Emission Standard:Euro 6d/e (Europe)

Transmission

Type:8-speed automatic (TorqueFlite)
Number of Gears:8
Drive Type: (FWD / RWD / AWD / 4WD):AWD with Jeep Quadra-Trac II 4×4 system (4WD capability)

Dimensions & Weight

Overall Length:193.5 in (4,915 mm)
Overall Width:77.5 in (1,969 mm)
Overall Height:70.8 in (1,798 mm)
Wheelbase:116.7 in (2,964 mm)
Ground ClearanceUp to 10.9 in (277 mm) with air suspension
Kerb Weight:~5,325 lbs (2,415 kg)
Boot Space~37.7 cu ft (1,067 L) behind 2nd row; 70.8 cu ft (2,005 L) with seats folded

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Tank Capacity/ Battery Pack:19.0 gallons (72 L) / 17.3 kWh lithium-ion battery
Mileage (City):~23 mpg (gasoline only)
Mileage (Highway):~24 mpg (gasoline only)
Mileage (EPA/Company Certified):23 mpg combined (gasoline) + 56 MPGe (hybrid mode); 25 miles pure electric range

Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension:Independent, short/long arm (SLA) with coil springs and adaptive damping (available with Quadra-Lift air suspension)
Rear Suspension:Independent multi-link with coil springs and adaptive damping (available with Quadra-Lift air suspension)
Front Brakes:Ventilated disc brakes
Rear Brakes:Ventilated disc brakes
Steering Type:Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion

Wheels & Tyres

Wheel Type: (Steel/Alloy)Alloy wheels (standard, size varies by trim)
Tyre Size:265/60 R18 or 265/50 R20 (depending on trim)
Spare Tyre:Full-size spare (steel wheel)

Capacity

Seating Capacity:5
Number of Doors:5

Features & Technology

Infotainment System:Uconnect 5 with 10.1-inch touchscreen
Connectivity: (Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, etc.)Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, Alexa Built-in, Wi-Fi hotspot, USB-A & USB-C ports
Instrument Cluster: (Analog/Digital)10.25-inch fully digital driver display
AC Type: (Manual/Automatic/Climate Control)Dual-zone or available four-zone automatic climate control
Other Features:10-inch passenger interactive display, 19-speaker McIntosh premium audio system, wireless charging pad, ambient interior lighting, panoramic sunroof, ventilated and heated seats, head-up display

Safety

Airbags:Advanced multistage front airbags, side-curtain airbags (all rows), front-seat side airbags, driver knee airbag
ABS with EBD:Standard
Traction Control:Standard with Selec-Terrain management system
ESC/VSC:Electronic Stability Control with roll mitigation
ISOFIX:Standard LATCH child seat anchors
Parking Sensors/Camera:Front and rear parking sensors, 360-degree surround-view camera
Additional Safety Features:Adaptive cruise control with stop & go, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, forward collision warning with active braking, pedestrian/cyclist detection, drowsy driver detection, rear cross-path detection, traffic sign recognition

Price (If applicable)

Ex-Showroom Price:Starting from $60,490
On-Road Price (Estimated, Including Fees & Taxes)::~$64,000 – $68,000 

The latest Grand Cherokee 4xe isn’t just another plug-in hybrid SUV that just exists to be in your cognizance but engineered to be a loyal on-road companion that fuses eclectic utility with real world practicality.

A work-of-art from Jeep that offers an uncommon but a staggering blend of luxury, plug-in robustness and confident road credibility- highlighting sustainability without compromising performance.

However, Jeep’s clever engineering and meticulous craftsmanship has a loophole, an overlooked con that our readers must know and this is Hybrid System Weight and Dilution of Off-Road Grit.

Lets decode’em!

The Hybrid System Weight: The respective systems incorporate critical weight, leading to blunting agile handling vowed by its performance figures.

Off-Road Grit Dilution: Our automobile experts and enthusiasts have observed that the cabin feels refined and tech-rich, however the off-road grit of the Grand Cherokee 4xe is diluted in contrast to the gas-driven Grand Cherokee.

Nonetheless, the new Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is a marvellous feat and a compelling on-road plug-in partner that offers something that very few rivals dares to reciprocate!

Siddharth Munjal is an automotive writer currently working for AdvisorWheels as a contributor writer. He loves learning new things and sharing stories about cars and bikes. Munjal is dedicated and honest towards his work; he provides helpful articles to justify his role and responsibilities.