Jeep Hits a Milestone: 250,000th Wrangler 4xe Plug-In Hybrid Rolls Off the Line

Recently, Ram Truck marked a significant production achievement. The 2 millionth "half-ton" pickup emerged from the assembly line at Stellantis' Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (SHAP). This particular vehicle is a vibrant Flame Red RHO edition, designed for rugged use. In like manner, its sibling brand Jeep Has plenty of reasons to celebrate. Recently, their off-road-centric branch produced its 250,000thWrangler 4xe model, which came off the assembly line in Toledo, Ohio.

A Top Seller for Jeeps and Across America

"Okay, so what?" some of you might be thinking, "Jeep sells tens of thousands of these SUVs annually. Does anyone really care?" The significance lies in the fact that the 4xe isn’t just another standard utility vehicle; it’s actually a plug-in hybrid. Indeed, the Wrangler 4xe has been—and continues to be—the top-selling PHEV in America for quite some time now.

Enabling motorists to conserve substantial quantities of fuel or traverse rough terrain stealthily with near-silent operation, this ride boasts an electric drivetrain. Nestled beneath that sleek, boxy bonnet, The Wrangler 4xe comes with a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine along with dual electric motors. These are powered by a fairly substantial 17.3-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack. Together, they offer an approximate electric-only driving range of 21 miles and achieve an efficiency rating of 49 MPGe. Despite its somewhat boxy design that doesn’t seem particularly streamlined, this SUV performs reasonably well.

The quarter-millionth example of this electrified vehicle was a Willys model with a black paint job and the three-piece Freedom Top. This Wrangler also features aggressive mud-terrain tires and simple cloth-covered seats. Hopefully, this vehicle makes its new owner happy, a customer located in California.

Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles OfferDrivers Greater Flexibility

This achievement reflects the enthusiasm of our esteemed customers and the commitment and effort put forth by our skilled team at Toledo Assembly," stated Jeep Brand Chief Executive Officer Bob Broderdorf in an official release. "The ability to choose is central to the Wrangler’s essence. Regardless of whether you select this cutting-edge plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), the fuel-efficient four-cylinder engine, the powerful V-6, or the formidable 392 V-8, there's a Jeep Wrangler suited for every expedition," he further noted. "We’re delighted to mark the production of the 250,000th unit. Wrangler 4xe .”

This enhanced iteration of Jeep’s iconic SUV commenced production way back in December 2020. Similar to allWranglers, the 4xe model is assembled at Stellantis' Toledo Assembly Complex—a facility that has housed this lineage and its forebears for over eight decades.

Toledo employees feel immense pride in contributing to the legacy of this legendary vehicle and understanding that their efforts impact customers globally.

- Trezelle Jenkins, the plant manager.

In addition to the plug-in hybrid Wrangler, Jeep has also recently produced the 100,000th unit of the Grand Cherokee 4xe. This particular model ranks as the third-best selling PHEV and was manufactured in Detroit before being completed last December.