Buyers in the Danville area know how much fuel prices can take a chunk out of their budgets each week. That's why so many people are switching to hybrid vehicles. Jeep has been debuting its 4xe plug-in hybrid technology on its vehicles, and the new Grand Cherokee is the next in line to receive it. This spells 'excitement' for Grand Cherokee buyers looking to leave a smaller carbon footprint and make more room in their budgets. Let's dive in and see what the new Grand Cherokee 4xe Plug-in Hybrid has going on.
Pumping Up the Power
Looking for even more power than what you get on the standard, gas-powered Grand Cherokee? The 4xe has you covered. You can cruise around the Nicholasville area with a lot of 'oomph' from the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder plug-in hybrid powertrain. When fully charged up, this engine offers 25 miles of all-electric range. It gets about 56 mpge in combined driving. You can switch between the three main driving modes (Hybrid, Electric, and Esave) to get the kind of driving experience that you want from the vehicle.
And charging? It's simpler than you might think. Jeep's Level II PHEV Home Charging Station is up to six times faster at charging than the Level I charger. There is a quick-release mount that comes with a weatherproof enclosure (which can lock) for indoor or outdoor installation.
Venturing Off the Beaten Path
Want to take the Grand Cherokee 4xe Plug-In Hybrid off the regular roadway? This hybrid is built for some fun off-roading adventures, just like its gas-powered alternative. Not only has Jeep been busy installing solar-powered charging stations close to popular off-road trails, but you can equip the 4xe on the popular off-road oriented Trailblazer trim level. This vehicle has a sway bar disconnect function that automatically disengages the front sway bar when driving under 18 mph with 4 Low mode engaged. That allows the front wheels to drop and compress, which results in an all-around better off-roading performance. What's more, the Quadra-Drive II 4x4 System gives the vehicle a two-speed low transfer case that uses sensors to detect tire slip as quickly as possible and make necessary corrections, lending up to 100% of available torque to the axle that has the most traction.
Classic Grand Cherokee Style
Sure, this might be a different powertrain, but it is also still a Grand Cherokee. And a Grand Cherokee is all about rugged style, which is something that can help you stand out. The Lux Tech Group package - an option on the base Laredo but is standard on everything else - gives the vehicle a heated steering wheel and heated front seats. Stepping it up to the Limited adds some breathable leather upholstery, and the rear seats also gain a heating function. On its version of the Lux Tech Group package, the Limited gets ventilated front seats and power adjustability for the steering wheel. Of course, the Trailhawk takes a unique approach with its faux leather and suede accents paired with leather upholstery, and the interior lighting in the Overland adds a lot of ambiance. The line-topping Summit goes all-out on style with a wood-trimmed steering wheel and a back massage function on the front seats.
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The new Grand Cherokee 4xe Plug-In Hybrid combines power with efficiency and injects it with sleek Jeep style. If this sounds like a vehicle right up your alley, contact Bob Allen Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM in Danville to learn more about how to test-drive one. Then, you get to travel from Lebanon, KY to Lexington in true Jeep fashion.