Yep, the iconic Jeep brand is gearing up to launch its first-ever battery-electric vehicle (BEV) for global markets, with the Jeep Wagoneer S. It’s set to hit the US market in the third quarter of 2024 before venturing into key international markets.
The all-electric Wagoneer S, presented exclusively as an electric vehicle, marries the character of Jeep’s traditional SUVs with the latest powertrain technology. Boasting the brand’s ‘4xe’ philosophy – off-road speak for electrified power systems – the vehicle promises an impressive driving experience and strong performance.
Full details are yet to be confirmed, with only these teasers to whet our appetite, the new model is expected to incorporate twin electric motors, combining to produce a whopping 450kW (that’s 600hp). Jeep says this should be enough to send the big SUV off from 0-60mph (97km/h) in around 3.5 seconds.
There’s been no word on the range as yet, or the battery size for that matter but one word springs to mind; massive. It’ll have to be a big battery not only to accommodate that power output but also to support Jeep’s overall cross country capability.
This high level of performance will look strange at first, as the huge SUV is hurtled towards the horizon showcasing the brand’s unmistakable seven-slot front grille. Although, judging by the teaser image, the new package will display a bespoke LED feature to highlight the trademark front end.
Jeep’s foray into the electric realm is not just a leap in performance but a strategic move to conform to global trends and to meet upcoming emissions laws and regulations. Officially, the Wagoneer S is a pivotal component of Jeep’s ongoing electrification transition, converting 4×4 into the new 4xe.
This initiative is part of parent group Stellantis’s ambitious plan to achieve carbon neutrality by 2038, as outlined in the Dare Forward 2030 long-term strategic plan.
