Electrification is coming to the Jeep lineup. The Jeep Grand Cherokee will be joining its Wrangler cousin in offering a plug-in hybrid electric powertrain option in the 2023 model year. This means that Ames drivers can take advantage of the Grand Cherokee’s traditional all-around performance while unlocking new capabilities provided through electrification. But what else does the electric Jeep Grand Cherokee offer Nevada, IA, drivers?

At Deery of Ames, we value our tradition of service to our neighbors in Central Iowa. From our professional, highly-trained specialists to our Warranty Forever program, we offer many different ways to help our neighbors in and around Marshalltown find and maintain their next exciting vehicle.  Contact us for more details.

Meet the Grand Cherokee 4xe

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe provides exciting new capabilities for Boone, IA, drivers. With 375 horsepower and a maximum 470 pound-feet of torque, the hybrid Grand Cherokee is more powerful than its standard gas counterpart. With a combined driving range of up to 470 miles, Ankeny residents can embark on more exciting adventures with fewer trips to the pump. And with the reduced engine noise from the vehicle’s hybrid system components, Nevada, IA, residents can immerse themselves more fully in the outdoors. 

For the Grand Cherokee 4xe is still a Jeep at heart. And electrification does not stop the Grand Cherokee 4xe from going off the road. The Grand Cherokee 4xe lineup continues to offer the automaker’s available Quadra-Trac II and Quadra-Drive II 4×4 systems. With a water-sealed battery pack and reinforced housing for the hybrid system components, the Grand Cherokee 4xe can drive through up to 24 inches of water. And the 4xe lineup even offers a Trailhawk trim boasting the automaker’s Trail Rated certification.

Grand Cherokee 4xe Features

The Grand Cherokee lineup is known for perfectly blending upscale comfort and off-road performance. And here, the 4xe is no different. Leather-trimmed interior pieces start on the basic model and become even more prominent across the lineup. All models provide heated seats and steering wheel, as well as ambient cabin lighting.

Modern technology is, of course, a must on any new vehicle today. And here the Grand Cherokee 4xe delivers for Boone, IA, drivers. A 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity is provided throughout the lineup. A 10.25-inch front passenger display is available, as is a high-definition rear seat entertainment system boasting Amazon Fire connectivity. Ames buyers can complement these offerings with an available premium 19-speaker McIntosh audio system.

Conclusion

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe provides the perfect blend of traditional capabilities and modern technology for Iowa buyers. The sealed, reinforced electrical components on the Grand Cherokee 4xe allow for low-noise, high-excitement adventure. The Trail Rated 4xe Trailhawk proves that an electric Jeep can perform just as well as its gas-powered counterparts. And by mixing fine interior materials with updated technological features, the Grand Cherokee 4xe proves a worthy addition to any Ankeny garage.

At Deery of Ames, we are proud to help our neighbors find and afford their next exciting vehicle. We offer a wide variety of new, used and certified pre-owned products. And with our Warranty Forever program, we make vehicle maintenance easier for Ames residents. Visit us at 1700 SE 16th Street in Ames, IA, or call us at (515) 686-5517 to learn more or to schedule a test drive.

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