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Who says extended-range vehicles can’t tackle trails? Not Jeep, as they explore the application of in-wheel motors to a vehicle with full Jeep capability. This concept is not officially Trail Rated, but that’s the direction Jeep is heading.

Jeep Wrangler Unlimited EV
* Allows customers to roam the planet and take care of it at the same time
* 40 miles of all-electric, zero gasoline consumption operation and a 400-mile total driving range
The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited EV is a Range-extended Electric Vehicle that provides a glimpse into the future of a “Go Anywhere, Do Anything” vehicle with renowned Jeep Wrangler capability.
“One of our goals at ENVI is to develop electric-drive solutions for every segment and for every customer,” said Lou Rhodes, President – ENVI, and Vice President, Advance Vehicle Engineering, Chrysler LLC. “An electric-drive Jeep Wrangler brings ultimate fuel efficiency and ultra-clean transportation to a market segment whose consumers want to explore the environment to the fullest.”
The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited EV prototype is a two-wheel drive Wrangler. However, Chrysler’s ENVI organization is exploring four-wheel-drive, in-wheel electric motors to demonstrate the full reach of the Company’s advanced electric-drive technologies. When this technology is developed by ENVI, the instant high torque of the electric-drive motor and the ability to precisely control each wheel independently will result in off-road capability ideally suited for the Jeep brand, without compromising on-road capability.
The Wrangler Unlimited EV also uses an ENVI Range-extended Electric Vehicle powertrain, consisting of an electric motor, an advanced lithium-ion battery system, and a small gasoline engine with an integrated electric generator to produce additional energy to power the electric-drive system when needed. The electric motor produces 200 kW (268 horsepower) and 400 N·m (295 lb.-ft.) of torque. The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited EV has a range of 400 miles, including 40 miles of zero fuel-consumption, zero-emissions, all-electric operation.
The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited EV features a new ENVI Green Pearl exterior color, integrating full body-side “EV” graphics.
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited EV – Vehicle Specifications
Vehicle Type Range-extended Electric Vehicle, 5-passenger SUV
Weight and Dimensions
Length 184.4 inches / 4684 mm
Width 68.6 inches / 1743 mm
Height 72.3 inches / 1836 mm
Wheelbase 116.0 inches / 2946 mm
Front overhang 28.3 inches / 719 mm
Rear overhang 40.1 inches / 1019 mm
Track front / rear 61.9 inches / 1572 mm 61.9 inches / 1572 mm
Approach angle 44.4 degrees
Departure angle 40.5 degrees
Turn circle 41.2 feet / 12.6 m
Powertrain and Suspension
Layout Rear-wheel drive
Motor Power: 200 kW (268 hp)
Regenerative braking
Battery Lithium-ion battery
Suspension Front – Solid axle
Rear – Solid axle
Range extender SULEV gasoline engine and electric generator
Continuous electric power: 70 kW (94 hp)
Color Scheme
Exterior ENVI Green Pearl
Interior Dark Slate Gray
Key Performance Attributes
0-60 mph (0-100 kph) approximately 9 seconds
Standing ?-mile mid-16 seconds
Top speed greater than 90 mph (approximately 145 kph)
All-electric range 40 miles (approximately 64 km)
Total driving range up to 400 miles (approximately 644 km)
Wheels and Tires
Tire size front P255 / 70R18 32.1 inches / 814 mm
Tire size rear P255 / 70R18 32.1 inches / 814 mm