AUSTIN, Texas — Consumers had to wait awhile for Jeep to electrify the Grand Cherokee, but the automaker says it was time well spent.
The SUV brand couldn't rush out a vehicle missing the toughness and capability that customers expect, so Jeep took its time to ensure the upcoming Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid can handle whatever obstacles come its way, said Jim Morrison, Jeep's North America head.
The Grand Cherokee 4xe, which launches this spring, brings a unique skill set to the nameplate, with 25 miles of electric range and the torque boost that comes from an electrified powertrain. Jeep says the 4xe is more efficient than the gasoline-powered V-6 version and packs more of a performance punch than the V-8 model by besting its 0-to-60-mph time.