TURIN (ITALPRESS) – To indulge Italian motorists’ interest in Jeep’s range of SUVs as it continues its journey toward zero-emission freedom, all Jeep showrooms in Italy will open their doors on Saturday, Sept. 21 and Sunday, Sept. 22. This will be an opportunity to learn more about the e-Hybrid technology that recently debuted on Avenger, completing its range while awaiting the 4xe version, whose arrival is imminent. The new Jeep Avenger e-Hybrid is designed to become the customers’ gateway and entry point to the 100 percent electric world and is equipped with a powertrain based on a 48-volt mild-hybrid system that can offer an experience almost similar to a full-hybrid engine. A 100-hp heat engine paired with a 21-kW electric motor is integrated into a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and a 48-volt belt-driven starter generator for a smooth transition to electric drive that also ensures further reduction in CO2 emissions. The 0.9 kWh lithium-ion battery is housed under the driver’s seat, with no reduction in space in the cabin, which remains identical to that of the gasoline-powered Jeep Avenger.Switching between propulsion types is based on factors such as state of charge of the 48V battery (liquid-cooled and 17.5Ah capacity), real-time driving conditions and other monitored parameters. An intelligent system that ensures outstanding performance in different driving scenarios. Therefore, these vehicles adapt extremely smoothly to the demands of the road. This is true in the case of the 100% electric powertrain, which is smooth and quiet during start-up, the efficient hybrid mode at cruising speed or the powerful internal combustion engine for acceleration.The e-Hybrid powertrain manages the propulsion system seamlessly, automatically alternating between 100% electric, hybrid and internal combustion engines even on the revamped Renegade and Compass MY24. The two SUVs, equipped with the 1500-cfm GSE T4 turbocharged powertrain, integrate a large number of innovative features and components designed to improve efficiency and performance. The centerpiece is the GSE T4 engine, a turbocharged four-cylinder with Miller duty cycle that generates 130 hp and 240 Nm of maximum torque, ensuring power but also fuel economy. Another key element is the hybrid system. This incorporates an intelligent braking mechanism that allows energy to be harnessed during deceleration through regenerative braking. The engine is complemented by a Belt Starter Generator (BSG) mechanism. This component facilitates restarting the internal combustion engine (ICE) at low speeds, ensuring low emissions and uninterrupted operation. In addition, the transmission includes a P2.5 motor, which provides 15 kW of extra electric propulsion, strategically matched to the even gears for optimal efficiency. Power is supplied by a compact 48V air-cooled battery pack, with a capacity of 17.5Ah and 0.8kWh, providing great energy storage for hybrid maneuvering. The hybrid control system, housed in a separate unit, coordinates the alternation of the various powertrains, optimizing performance in different driving conditions.Compass continues to captivate audiences with its balance of sustainability and power. This model, the heart of Jeep’s range in Europe, is one of the most popular choices among customers because of its ability to combine fuel efficiency and versatility.Renegade MY24 takes a big step forward in terms of multimedia thanks to the revamped 10.25-inch TFT digital cluster and the new 10.1-inch infotainment system, with five times the processing power of the previous generation. Also of note is the redesigned steering wheel, as well as the new high-resolution rear camera and Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity, now wireless. All these features become standard across the entire range. These new proposals further enrich Jeep’s offerings, under the banner of the widest freedom of choice, thanks to advanced thermal, 100% electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, as well as front-wheel or all-wheel drive and automatic and manual transmissions: a range of SUVs in which every driver can find the model best suited to his or her needs.A fundamental point of contact to orient towards the best choice is precisely the Italian dealer network, the ideal interlocutors to accompany customers towards the energy transition.Transition that Jeep leads strong from the commercial results obtained in this first part of 2024: Jeep Avenger, for example, is the best-selling SUV in Italy in the first eight months of the year, and Renegade is always the leader among plug-in hybrid B-SUVs with the 4xe proposal.
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