The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe has been unveiled by the brand as one of its latest models that will provide drivers with an efficient option that helps to bridge the gap between gas-powered and electric vehicles. The plug-in hybrid SUV features an all-electric range of 25-miles with 47MPGe and a powerful 375 horsepower along with 470 lb-ft of torque. The model is being launched alongside a new Trailhawk that's rated to deliver impressive off-road handling.
Brand Chief Executive Officer Christian Meunier spoke on the new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid saying, "The Jeep Grand Cherokee is our global flagship and will be leading the Jeep brand into a new era of premium refinement, innovative technology, advanced 4x4 capability and electrification. With a perfect balance of on-road dynamics, 4x4 capability and 4xe performance, the all-new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee is the most technologically advanced, luxurious and 4x4-capable Grand Cherokee ever.”
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Plug-in Hybrid Suvs
- More car manufacturers will emulate Jeep, producing a middle ground between gas-powered and electric vehicles to reduce carbon emissions.
- All-electric Range
- Car manufacturers will attempt to extend the all-electric ranges of plug-in hybrid SUVs, reducing the range anxiety of customers.
- Off-road Handling
- Manufacturers will increase the off-road handling capabilities of plug-in hybrid SUVs to further expand their appeal for use beyond urban settings.
Where This Applies
- Automotive Industry
- The automotive industry should evaluate developing more fuel-efficient SUVs to tackle climate change.
- Electric Vehicle Industry
- Electric vehicle manufacturers should consider collaborating with gas-powered car manufacturers to produce hybrid SUVs to penetrate the market.
- Renewable Energy Industry
- The renewable energy industry should explore producing more efficient and durable batteries to increase the sustainability of plug-in hybrid SUVs.
