Jeep Patriot EV Concept

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This thing actually looks pretty good. What a difference a few styling changes make...

Jeep® Patriot EV

• Chrysler’s ENVI electric-vehicle technology meets industry’s most capable compact SUV

• 400-mile total driving range

• 40-mile all-electric range with zero fuel consumption and zero tailpipe emissions

Jeep® Patriot EV joins the growing portfolio of electric-drive vehicles being developed by Chrysler LLC.

As a Range-extended Electric Vehicle, the Jeep Patriot EV combines the electric-drive components of an Electric Vehicle with a small gasoline engine and integrated electric generator to produce additional energy to power the electric-drive system when needed. This provides the positive attributes of an Electric Vehicle with the driving range equivalent to today’s gasoline-powered vehicles.

“The Jeep Patriot EV expands our portfolio of ENVI electric-drive vehicles and is just one more example of what is possible through the technology Chrysler is developing,” said Lou Rhodes, President, – ENVI, and Vice President, Advance Vehicle Engineering, Chrysler LLC. “Moreover, the Patriot EV provides socially responsible, advanced electric technology in the industry’s most capable compact SUV.”

The Jeep Patriot EV features a refined and clean front appearance to match the refined and clean powertrain. The signature Jeep grille features vertical accents, and the front fascia is a separate component to help set the grille apart. The use of body-color paint, blended with matte black B- and C-pillars, visually creates a smooth and elongated profile.

The unique wheel design and size gives the Jeep Patriot EV a wide stance which combines with the paint treatment to produce a sporty form. The interior of the Jeep Patriot EV features all of the elements introduced in the refreshed 2009 Jeep Patriot.

The Jeep Patriot EV uses an electric-drive motor, advanced lithium-ion battery system and a small gasoline engine with an integrated electric generator to produce additional energy to power the electric-drive system when needed. Range-extended Electric Vehicles provide customers a no-compromise means of dramatically reducing their gasoline use and carbon footprint. The Jeep Patriot EV has a range of 400 miles, including 40 miles of zero fuel-consumption, zero-emissions, all-electric operation.

The Jeep Patriot EV features a new ENVI Green Pearl exterior with a prominent “EV” graphic adorning both sides – top-to-bottom – of the vehicle.

Jeep® Patriot EV – Vehicle Specifications

Vehicle Type Range-extended Electric Vehicle,

5-passenger SUV

Weight and Dimensions

Length 173.6 inches / 4409 mm

Width 69.1 inches / 1755 mm

Height 65.7 inches / 1669mm

Wheelbase 103.7 inches / 2634 mm

Front overhang 34.8 inches / 883.9 mm

Rear overhang 35.1 inches / 892 mm

Track front / rear 59.8 inches / 1519 mm 59.8 inches / 1519 mm

Approach angle 27.5 degrees

Departure angle 31.4 degrees

Turn circle 35.6 feet / 10.85 m

Powertrain and Suspension

Layout Front-wheel drive

Motor Power: 150 kW (200 hp)

Regenerative braking

Battery Lithium-ion battery

Suspension Front - McPherson strut

Rear - Independent

Range extender SULEV gasoline engine and electric generator

Continuous electric power: 45 kW (60 hp)

Wheels and Tires

Tire size front P245 / 45R20 28.7 inches / 728 mm

Tire size rear P245 / 45R20 28.7 inches / 728 mm

Color Scheme

Exterior ENVI Green Pearl

Interior Dark Slate Gray

Key Performance Attributes

0-60 mph (0-100 kph) approximately 8 seconds

Standing ¼-mile low-16 seconds

Top speed greater than 100 mph (approximately 161 kph)

All-electric range 40 miles (approximately 64 km)

Total driving range up to 400 miles (approximately 644 km)

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Those bigger wheels help a lot. Wouldn't unsprung weight be the bane of battery-powered cars though?