The Jeep Wrangler 4xe combines the best of electrical-powered motion and internal combustion power, but it still has a way to go before it is the perfect mix of electric and fuel. As the world continues to shift away from gasoline consumption and internal combustion engines, the hybrid will be a pivotable point for most car brands to make the final transition to all-electric motors. The 4xe Wrangler is a Jeep through and through, which means that it is one of the best off-road capable vehicles on the planet. There is almost nothing that a Wrangler cannot do, from crossing a shallow body of water to crawling up a rock slide and even daily driving on the roads and highways of the nation. The problem is that the technology that is still used in hybrid vehicles is still expanding, so it is to be expected that the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe will have a few issues. Thankfully, they are issues that can be overcome by fixing them at home or upgrading to the new model as they come out. The technology will keep on improving, which means that the 4xe Wrangler will improve by leaps and bounds. Here's why the Wrangler 4xe is a step in the right direction and will only keep getting better with time.
10 The Wrangler 4xe Is The First Electrified Open-Air SUV
People who love to adventure off the beaten path want to enjoy the fresh air while checking out all that nature has to offer. That is why creating the first-ever electrified open-air SUV was an excellent move for Jeep, allowing customers to do what they enjoy the most. The only foreseeable problem is the noise that can be heard inside the cab when the top is on. Jeep has always had the unique distinction of offering a ride far from quiet and comfortable. For many Jeep Wrangler 4xe lovers, this will not be much of a problem because they have accepted that noise is a given on any Jeep Wrangler. However, if you check out some of the customer satisfaction numbers for the Wrangler, it becomes apparent that there is definitely a way to go.
9 It Is The Best Of Both Worlds
One of the main issues the off-roaders have with the idea of an electric SUV is that if they run out of power when on the backroads, they can no longer fill the tank with fuel from a gas can to get back to civilization. The idea of creating the Jeep Wrangler 4xe as a hybrid is a stroke of genius because you can use the power from the internal combustion engine to travel when the electricity in the batteries has been used up. But, since the Jeep hybrid is designed to recharge the battery cells through the braking system, it is truly the best of both worlds. However, considering that the 2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe can only obtain 20 MPG, with a combined 40 MPGe, there is room for improvements to increase the estimated driving range of 370 miles. Plus, it needs to be kept in mind that a 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe Rubicon will have slightly fewer numbers than the basic Sahara trim level.
8 470 Pound-feet Of Torque Is Instantaneous
For the last few years, the craze of off-roading has been all about the new generation of Ford Bronco. With the biggest engine offered, the Bronco can manage up to 410 pound-feet of torque. This may seem like a great number, but when driving off the main road, the more torque a vehicle has, the better it will be in places that others would not even think of venturing into. As most consumers know, Jeep is hard to compete with because they have been the top off-roading vehicle for a long time now. To show why Jeep has the corner of the market, it is necessary to check out the torque that the 2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Rubicon can push out, which is up to 470 pound-feet. Plus, since the Wrangler 4xe is a hybrid, the torque is instant as the electric motors kick in to help with acceleration.
7 Off-Road Enthusiasts Can Go Farther Than Ever Before
Having 21 miles of electric-only range on nothing but electric battery power on the Jeep Wrangler 4xe may not seem like a lot of distance, and that may be a good point. There is some obvious room for improvement here, but for now, that is why the Wrangler 4xe is a hybrid, to make sure that 370 miles of travel can be expected. When thinking about it, though, 21 miles in the backcountry is a reasonably long distance, so even if the driver wants to travel the road in complete silence, which would be on the electric mode setting, there is plenty of space that can be covered before having to kick in the power of internal combustion engine.
6 Jeep Promises To Place Charging Stations Near Popular Trails
When the first Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe was introduced to the buying public, another announcement turned the off-road industry on its head. The executives devised a way to have solar-powered level II charging stations placed at some of the most popular 4x4ing trails around the nation. This means that when taking off on an adventure off the beaten path within two hours of reaching the trailheads, the 2022 Jeep 4xe Rubicon, along with all the other 2022 and 2023 models, can be fully charged and ready to go. The best part is that the program run by Volkswagen of America is offering it free of charge. Off-road adventurists are absolutely thrilled with the concept, but there are a ton of popular trails out there. The charging stations erected are a significant move in the right direction, but the project has ample room for additional charging stations to be placed.
5 The Jeep Wrangler 4xe Can Be Charged In Just Two Hours
The amount of time needed to charge the Jeep Wrangler 4xe Rubicon is up to 12 hours on a level I charging system, which is fine when the 4xe is parked for the night. For most owners, however, that is simply not good enough because they are always on the go, never having 12 hours of downtime to wait for a full charge. That is where the level II charging station comes into play. It can take the batteries from a little charge to a full recharge within two hours. This includes the solar-powered charging stations that can be found at some of the premiere four-wheeling spots, like the Moab and Big Bear.
4 Jeep Makes Installing The Charging Station As Easy As Checking The Box
Contacting an outside contractor to install the charging station for the 4xe Wrangler may be a stressful idea when buying a new Jeep. Thankfully, it is an aspect of the buying process that new owners will no longer have to worry about because Jeep has made it easier than ever to have a station installed. The company has partnered with Qmerit so the slow 120-volt system can be replaced with the 240-volt charging station that will give the 2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe a two-hour charging time instead of 12 hours of downtime.
3 The Electric Batteries Can Be Charged While On The Go
One of the best design features of hybrid models, such as the Jeep Wrangler 4xe, is that it does not always have to be plugged in to charge the batteries. That is what regenerative braking is engineered to do. How it works is actually very simple. As the brake pedal is pushed down or the gas pedal is let up on to allow the Jeep to coast, the regenerative braking system reverses the direction of the motors. This enables the motors to send a charge back to the batteries, which can be stored until needed. This allows the driver to charge the electric batteries while on the go without always stopping at a charging station.
2 The 2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Offers Choices Of Power With A Push Button
The makers of the 2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe thought long and hard about how they could offer loyal customers a way to control the power source while they were driving. The answer was to add a series of push buttons on the dash that allowed easy access. The Wrangler 4xe has three different settings that can be used, each offering its own benefits. The first is the electric mode which turns off the power from the gasoline-fed engine. The second is the E-save mode which prioritizes the use of the internal combustion engine, so the electric motors have time to charge or can keep the charge already built up for when needed. The third, and the best option for most applications, is the hybrid mode which allows the computer system of the Jeep to decide which form of power is the best at a specific time.
1 The Charging Station Can Be Controlled Via An App!
The technological era that the world finds itself in has made many aspects of living easier but more complicated for some. It has been ingrained in the heads of all drivers that it does not matter when the charger is plugged in because it does not cost any more at one time of the day compared to another. That is not entirely the case anymore, though, because energy is becoming an issue in many areas of the world. Even in the top countries like the U.S. and Canada, energy supplies may not meet the energy demands. For people to conserve energy and save money, Jeep Wrangler 4xe owners must be able to charge when the need for power is low, which is why Jeep made an application that can allow the consumer to turn the charging station on and off with a click of a button.