Jeep has formally unveiled its first purpose-built battery electrical automobile – the Jeep Avenger. Launched on the Paris Motor Present, it brings with it all the things that’s intrinsic to Jeep’s DNA, however with an electrical powertrain and all the benefits that brings.
Simply final month Jeep formally introduced an EV mannequin offensive and revealed that the Avenger can be the primary of three all-new, all electrical fashions. It has now revealed the total particulars of its first EV, which will likely be a compact SUV, very a lot centred on the European market. Christian Meunier, Jeep model CEO, mentioned: “The brand new Jeep Avenger represents a key milestone for the model as it’s the first of a portfolio of all-new Jeep BEVs to be launched in Europe.”
Powertrain and efficiency
While Jeep assures us that its elementary DNA, which incorporates off-road functionality, stays intact with the Avenger, it solely will get front-wheel drive at launch. The powertrain is seemingly all-new, regardless of having the identical figures as others inside the Stellantis Group umbrella. A 156bhp, 192lb-ft motor sends energy to the entrance axle and a 54kWh battery which is produced in-house permits for a WLTP vary of 342 miles in city driving. Knock round 100 miles off of this for a mixed determine.
The battery might be charged at as much as 100kW DC or by way of the 11kW on-board charger. Utilizing the previous will cost from 20 to 80 per cent in 24 minutes, while utilizing the latter will absolutely cost the Avenger in 5.5 hours.
While front-wheel drive is an obstacle for going off-road (which we severely doubt many Avengers will), Jeep has geared up the automobile with Selec-Terrain and Hill Descent Management in order that it might conceivably pull itself out of a humid subject. Driving modes embrace “Mud” and “Sand” for off-road excursions in addition to Regular, Eco and Sport for on-road driving.
Exterior design
Jeep has pitched the Avenger at automobiles just like the Mokka-e and it’s unapologetically compact in dimension at 4.08m lengthy, although when mixed with 18 inch wheels, it nonetheless appears to be like chunky. Quick overhangs mixed with these bigger wheels and 200mm floor clearance means it has a 20 diploma method, 20 diploma breakover and 32 diploma departure angles – nice for bumpy terrain.
Up entrance, the normal seven slot grille is current, however has developed so it’s wider as a way to improve performance. Muscular bumpers and wheel arches are very a lot in line with Jeep’s design language on its bigger fashions. On the rear, the signature lights have an ‘X’ sample impressed by the X gasoline cans discovered on unique Willys Jeeps. Skid plates end off the look.
Inside design and tech
Jeep’s design inspiration for the inside was “design to perform”. The dashboard is a single horizontal perform ‘beam’ which incorporates air vents, ambient lighting and a central 10.25 inch touchscreen which might been seen and operated by the driving force or passenger. A complete of 34 litres of space for storing, within the type of cubby holes, is out there across the dashboard and entrance seats – a section greatest. Additionally uncommon within the section are the optionally available leather-based and massaging seats.
Within the rear of the automobile, the central tunnel might be moved and even eliminated to extend space for storing. Boot area sits at 380 litres with the seats in place, and rear hatch width has been elevated to make loading simpler. A hands-free energy carry tailgate provides to the automobile’s helpful performance.
System mirroring, alongside Apple Automobile Play and Android auto cope with connectivity, while the Jeep Cell App permits house owners to function varied capabilities corresponding to local weather and door locking, remotely. Additional superior driving aids and security gear is beneficiant as commonplace, with adaptive cruise, lane centring and site visitors jam help make longer journeys simpler. Additionally on provide is site visitors signal recognition, computerized emergency braking with pedestrian and cycle recognition, drowsy driver alert, blond spot monitoring, lane maintaining help, 360-degree parking sensors and lively park help with rear digital camera.
Worth and availability
There’s no phrase on value simply but, however round £35,000 is a ballpark determine. Reservations open in January 2023.
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