Jeep says its new electrical Wrangler SUV idea is as quick as a Tesla

DETROIT — Jeep has redesigned an all-electric idea model of its flagship Wrangler, because the model pivots from fuel guzzlers to zero-emissions EVs.

The Jeep Wrangler Magneto 2.0 idea automobile comes a 12 months after the Stellantis model unveiled the primary model of the all-electric SUV. Idea automobiles are customized merchandise usually constructed by automakers to gauge buyer curiosity or showcase the long run course of a automobile or model.

The idea SUV is predicated on Jeep’s conventional Wrangler Rubicon SUV, however the Magneto 2.0 presents a major improve in efficiency, together with reaching 0-60 mph in two seconds, in keeping with the automaker. That is quicker than the Wrangler Magneto 1.0, at 6.8 seconds, and in keeping with Tesla’s ultra-performance Plaid fashions.

To attain such efficiency, Jeep stated the Magneto 2.0 is able to as much as 850 foot-pounds of torque to the wheels and 625 horsepower. It additionally features a new electrical powertrain calibration, which Jeep known as “digital nitrous oxide,” to spice up the 0-60 mph time. The system permits the automobile to maintains the height energy for as much as 10 seconds.

Essentially the most distinctive side to the Magneto is its six-speed guide transmissions, which electrical automobiles do not require. Jeep officers have stated the e-transmission has the very best traits of an computerized transmission with the direct-drive really feel of a guide transmission — a key attraction for off-road fanatics.

Jeep debuted the Wrangler Magneto 2.0 on-line Friday forward of the Jeep Easter Safari, an annual off-road occasion for the model in Moab, Utah. Jeep usually makes use of the occasion as a testing floor for the capabilities of its automobiles in addition to a measure to gauge buyer curiosity in new merchandise.

Jeep didn’t launch the electrical vary of the automobile.

As a result of the Magneto is an idea, it’s not on the market to shoppers. Nevertheless, Jeep is predicted to supply an all-electric Wrangler sooner or later within the coming years.

Jeep is a key a part of development and electrification plans for Stellantis, the corporate shaped final 12 months by way of the merger of Fiat Chrysler and French automaker Groupe PSA. Stellantis is investing a minimum of $35.5 billion in electrical automobiles and supporting applied sciences by way of 2025.

Jeep CEO Christian Meunier has stated each new Jeep will provide some type of electrification within the subsequent few years. These plans are anticipated to incorporate all-electric automobiles in addition to hybrid and so-called PHEVs that mix electrification with inner combustion engines such because the Grand Cherokee and Wrangler 4xe fashions which might be at present on sale.

The Magneto 2.0 was launched alongside different customized or idea Jeep automobiles for the Moab off-roading occasion. Different automobiles included an off-road Grand Cherokee Trailhawk PHEV idea and different modified Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator automobiles.