We got our hands on the smallest member of the Jeep family, available with both pure electric and gasoline powertrains
Though designed for Europe’s urban landscape, the all-new Jeep Avenger’s quirky nature is sparking interest among Jeep fans globally. The smallest member of the Jeep family recently gained a mild-hybrid powertrain and an AWD-capable 4Xe option. But before we dive into those, we’re going to review the fully electric and pure-ICE trims.
Our mission? To see how each powertrain complements the Avenger’s character and which configuration reigns supreme. We’ll also investigate if the Jeep emblem and its signature ruggedness are sufficient for the Avenger to distinguish itself in Europe’s very competitive and immensely popular B-SUV segment.
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The Jeep Avenger shares its CMP/eCMP platform with the Fiat 600 and the Alfa Romeo Junior (formerly known as the Milano). Other Stellantis models that are based on the same architecture include the Opel Mokka, DS3, and Peugeot 2008 SUVs, as well as the Opel Corsa, Peugeot 208, and Lancia Ypsilon subcompact hatchbacks.
At 4,084 mm (160.8 inches) long, the Jeep Avenger stands as one of the smallest members of the group, measuring 146 mm (5.7 inches) shorter than its aging Renegade stablemate, which still rides on old FCA-sourced underpinnings.
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Interestingly, the Avenger was initially intended to be widely offered in fully electric guise, with the ICE version being limited in select markets like Italy. However, the EV slowdown forced Jeep to rethink its plans and expand the availability of the ICE model.
The gasoline-powered SUV offers greater affordability and will be more practical to live with in regions where the charging infrastructure is underdeveloped. Meanwhile, the mild-hybrid variant aims to bridge the gap between the two, leveraging the strengths of both gasoline and electric powertrains.
In terms of specifications, the Jeep Avenger EV is equipped with a single electric motor generating 154 hp (115 kW / 156 PS) and 260 Nm (191.8 lb-ft) of torque. It draws power from a 54 kWh battery pack, providing a WLTP range of 400 km (248 miles) in the combined cycle.
The ICE-powered version employs a turbocharged 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine, producing 99 hp (74 kW / 100 PS) and 205 Nm (151 lb-ft) of torque. Power is transferred to the front wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox.
Note that the “e-Hybrid” version uses the same 1.2-liter gasoline engine although it adds a 28 hp (21kW / 28PS) electric motor housed within a six-speed dual clutch automatic gearbox. Jeep has also announced the AWD-capable Avenger 4Xe which is a mild hybrid with an additional electric motor at the back.
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