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2 April 2024In the past, this is where the Renegade would have come unstuck, as its petrol and diesel engines of old were thirsty and uneconomical. But have things changed with this all-electrified line-up?
Let’s start with pricing. The Jeep Renegade E-Hybrid commands a £30,500 pricetag, which appears expensive when compared to the Mini Countryman (£29,335) and the Audi Q2 (£29,680).
That said, the equipment you get on the standard Altitude specification is comprehensive. It includes 17in alloy wheels, automatic LED headlights, those two digital screens, a reversing camera, dual-zone air conditioning and a suite of safety technology.
Mid-range Summit models add some appealing extras, including a leather heated steering wheel, keyless entry, adaptive cruise control and front and rear parking sensors.
If you’re into off-roading, Overland adds an off-road bumper, washable seats, higher ground clearance and a mode three charging cable (4xe only).
Trailhawk, at the very top of the range, gets bespoke seats with red stitching, skid plates for the transmission, front suspension, fuel tank and transfer case, plus a terrain selection system, a red tow hook and all-season floor mats.
The Renegade 4xe kicks off from £38,000 - plenty of PHEV SUVs are pricier, like the Toyota CH-R at £39,145. However, the car’s limited inward practicality may not trick family buyers quite as easily.
