If you have a passion for off-roading, you'll likely think of Jeep. Even Jeep couldn't escape the trend of electrification. The Jeep Wrangler 4xe is set to enter the Korean market in September. Stellantis Korea reports that they are currently testing the Wrangler 4xe on major Korean roads in preparation for its September launch.
The Wrangler 4xe is equipped with a 4-cylinder 2.0-liter engine and two electric motors. It boasts a maximum output of 375 horsepower and a peak torque of 470 lb-ft (64.9kgm). It features an 8-speed automatic transmission and a four-wheel drive system. The Wrangler 4xe comes with a 17kWh lithium-ion battery pack. In all-electric mode, it can reportedly travel up to 21 miles (33.8km). Besides the electric mode, it also offers hybrid and eSave modes.
The price of the Wrangler 4xe starts at $47,995 USD for the Sahara model, which is approximately 55 million Korean won. The Rubicon model is priced at $51,695 USD, or about 59.52 million Korean won. In Korea, experts expect the price to be about 10 to 15 million won higher than the U.S. prices.
Stellantis Korea plans to launch the electrified Jeep Wrangler model in Korea this September. They are currently conducting tests on major Korean roads for the Jeep Wrangler 4xe. These tests are part of the preparations for the September launch.
Stellantis Korea is also expected to develop eco-friendly vehicle infrastructure. They plan to install charging facilities for PHEV vehicles, starting with Jeep showrooms and service centers, with plans for continuous expansion.
The CEO has also announced plans to convert all vehicles to 4xe by 2025. To achieve this, they have invested over 30 billion euros (approximately $35.4 billion USD) in developing electrification software, and R&D spending is also on the rise.
Jeep reports sales of around 6,000 units in the Korean market for the first half of this year. This represents a 41% growth compared to 2020, with the Wrangler growing by 28% and the Renegade by 24%. Additionally, they plan to launch at least one electric vehicle (BEV/PHEV) in the Korean market every year.
