Jeep’s first plug-in hybrid SUV has arrived in the showrooms across China. Called the Grand Commander, the model packs a gasoline turbo-four engine and two electric motors.
The gas engine delivers 230 hp (172 kW) and 311 Nm (230 lb-ft) of torque to the wheels. The first electric motor produces 121 hp (90 kW) and 315 Nm (232 lb-ft) of torque, while the other one contributes a further 90 hp (67 kW) and 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
The battery measures 12.9 kilowatt-hours in capacity. The manufacturer claims you can charge it from zero to 100% full in just two hours using a regular household power socket. Once topped up, it translates into 70 km (43 miles) of NEDC-rated driving range.
The main exterior traits of the Grand Commander PHEV are its original wheels, the charging port, and the PHEV badge on the tailgate.
Prices start from a hefty 310,000 Chinese Yuan (approx. 44,250 USD), but the trim is suitably deluxe. Included are LED headlights, panoramic glass roof, smart cruise control, leather upholstery, and a multimedia system with a 7-inch display.