jeep renegade 4xe in Northampton
The Jeep Renegade 4xe is a plug-in hybrid electric SUV, boasting a 26 mile electric range with fantastic performance to match. It kicks out 240bhp and accelerates from 0-62mph in just 7.1 seconds at full chat in Hybrid drive mode, or you can run in Electric mode around town without using a sip of petrol. There’s also an E-Save mode that uses the petrol engine for power, to conserve charge in the battery.
With a 26 mile EV range, the Renegade 4xe is capable of slashing your running costs. All models have 4x4 on-demand with Active Drive Low for assured performance on even the trickiest terrain. There’s a 7” TFT driver’s display and an 8.5” Uconnect navigation system with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, as well as smart driving aids like Intelligent Speed Assist, Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross Path Detection.
Design
The Renegade 4xe is as rugged as Jeep’s come with black body mouldings, flared wheel arches, LED headlights and roof bars. It sits on 17”, 18” or 19” alloy wheels with three trim levels (Longitude, Limited and Trailhawk) to choose from.
Drive
AThe Renegade 4xe is powered by a plug-in hybrid drivetrain, pairing a 1.3 turbocharged engine with an electric motor and 11.4kWh battery pack. Fuel economy ranges from 122.8-134.5 mpg combined with a 26 mile electric range.
Practicality
With a 321-litre boot, keyless entry and 60-40 split-folding rear seats, the Renegade 4xe is perfectly adequate for most people’s needs. The boot has storage for the charging cable and there’s enough passenger space for five adults.
Living with it
Longitude, Limited and Trailhawk models are available. Features like full LED headlights, leather upholstery, heated front seats, a reversing camera, front and rear parking sensors and adaptive cruise control are available as standard.
