Jeep's move towards a fully-electrified model range continues with the launch of a new mild e-hybrid powertrain. Does it improve the firm's smallest SUV?
A second electric motor is attached to a new seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, which, Jeep says, allows for a more enjoyable drive. You’ve also got some handy all-electric driving functions, including the aforementioned silent start-up , e-creeping, e-queuing, e-parking and reversing, and energy recovery under braking. Largely, the Renegade makes good use of its electrification.
The 1.5-litre petrol engine kicks in smoothly when accelerating in e-mode, although it can feel like the transition comes slightly too early. Still, Jeep describes the transition between EV and ICE as seamless and, unless you’re heavy on the accelerator, it is hard to immediately notice when you’re back on petrol power.
Jeep says electrifying the gearbox in this way helps to improve fuel consumption and at the same time driving dynamics. It’s not too bad, but on steeper inclines and faster roads, it felt sluggish to shift up and often left the engine gasping for air. Handling, meanwhile, is still sophisticated and direct in the corners. Grip and stability are both decent, but a reliance on assistance tech somewhat dampens the Renegade’s feel and enjoyment. The ride is also largely uncompromised by the weight added by the battery and the two electric motors but, as with the standard Renegade, there’s significant vibration on tougher, rougher city Tarmac.
Not much has changed inside the Renegade. The interior appears robust in some areas and the doors are largely scratchy plastics. New customisation options to display hybrid-related statistics on the digital driver display are welcome, as is the panoramic roof fitted to our test car, which makes the cabin feel light and airy.Those considering the e-Hybrid Renegade are likely to be interested in its eco credentials.
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