Jeep Wrangler vs Jeep Wrangler 4xe | Ames, IA

When Americans in Iowa and beyond think of off-road adventure, the vehicle that most of them picture is a Jeep, and it may well be a Jeep Wrangler. With a style that hearkens back to the military vehicles that the United States rode to victory in the Second World War, the Wrangler is a classic SUV. Jeep has made the Wrangler available in a dizzying array of trims. One of the most exceptional offerings in the vast Wrangler lineup is the 4xe: a plug-in hybrid option available on a number of different Wrangler trims. This article is going to take a look at the 4xe option, and compare it to the traditional Wrangler.

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The 4xe Hybrid Powertrain

Wrangler 4xe models join a turbocharged inline-four engine with a 44-horsepower motor in the front of the vehicle and a 134-horsepower one in the back. A 14.0kWh battery powers the two motors. Together, these systems produce 375 horsepower and get 49 miles to the gallon (including the electric equivalent, as defined by the EPA). This system is only available on four-door Wranglers.

Like all Wranglers, the 4xe enjoys part-time four-wheel drive, which is controlled by a switch within the driver’s reach. This is available whether the 4xe is running in hybrid or all-electric mode. In this latter, the vehicle does not use any gasoline, relying solely on the battery and motors. Iowa drivers can go up to 25 miles in this all-electric mode, or, according to Jeep, can enjoy several hours of low-speed off-roading without using any other fuel.

Other Wrangler Options

As noted above, the Wrangler is available in a multitude of different configurations. This means that there’s a Wrangler for everyone in the Jeep lineup! The headline option is the Jeep Rubicon 392, which enjoys a 470-horsepower V8 engine. This beast will roar down the road and across broken terrain like no other.

It is worth noting that the standard engine on non-4xe Jeep Wranglers is a 3.6L V6 that gets a hearty 285 horsepower. Des Moines, IA area residents who don’t need the wild power of the Rubicon 392 will find that even the base model Wrangler, the Wrangler Sport, provides more than enough power to cruise around town or enjoy an afternoon off the beaten path.

Conclusion

The Jeep Wrangler is a wildly successful vehicle, and for good reason. Jeep has made sure that this vehicle is durable and effective – it crawls across, or even up, rocky terrain like no other car. The wide variety of options means that Boone, IA area residents of all persuasions can find something that they like in the Wrangler family.

Whether you opt for the plug-in 4xe or a different trim of the mighty Wrangler, Deery of Ames is the place to get it. We pride ourselves on our tradition of service to our community. That means that you’ll be treated like family when you visit our Ames, IA dealership. We hope to work with you soon.

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