2025 Jeep Avenger 4xe hybrid detailed

Jeep has launched its 2025 Jeep Avenger 4xe overseas, swapping out the small SUV’s battery-electric powertrain for a petrol-electric hybrid set-up.

On sale in Europe from the fourth quarter of this year, the new Jeep Avenger 4xe is not yet confirmed for Australia.

The EV version goes on sale here in the final quarter, while the US brand has also just announced that it’s switching to an all-hybrid line-up for its Jeep Compass small SUV in Australia, starting next month.

The Avenger 4xe hybrid uses a 100kW 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine that combines with a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and two 21kW electric motors – one at each axle.

The e-motors enable all-wheel drive and a limited all-EV range, however the maximum combined power output for the hybrid powertrain is still listed at 100kW.

Jeep says the Avenger 4xe will accelerate from 0-100km/h in 9.5 seconds, making it slower than the front-drive EV version that launches from 0-100km/h in 9.0sec.

Top speed is claimed to be 194km/h, up from the EV’s 150km/h.

In normal conditions, the Avenger 4xe runs in all-wheel drive up to 30km/h with a 50:50 split, before switching to predominantly front-wheel drive from 30-90km/h, the rear motors only engaging if slip is detected.

Front-wheel drive is permanent at speeds above 90km/h, with the rear e-motor disengaging from the axle to maximise fuel economy.

The most rugged Avenger rides 10mm higher (now with 210mm of ground clearance) and adopts a more sophisticated rear multi-link suspension that enhances the ride, handling and capability off-road as it allows more axle articulation, according to Jeep.

Find yourself in a sticky situation and you have the choice of Auto, Snow, Sand & Mud and Sport modes, with all four settings adjusting the power delivery, transmission response and traction control.

Signalling its enhanced capability off the beaten track, the Jeep Avenger 4xe bags new tow hooks, standard roof rails and seats made of durable stainproof and washable fabric.

There’s also a new matte-black bonnet sticker that reduces reflected glare, redesigned black wheels that can be optioned with all-terrain tyres, new anti-scratch bumpers, improved front and rear bash plates and extra underbody armour.

With the revised front bumper, Jeep claims 22-degree approach, 21-degree breakover and 35-degree departure angles in the rough.

Wading depth also increases to 400mm – a sizeable increase over the battery-electric version’s 230mm.

Prices and full specifications are yet to be released for the European market, but right-hand drive production has already been confirmed for the UK market, opening the door for the Avenger 4xe to be exported from its factory in Poland to Australia next year.

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