Jeep Wagoneer S: Could be the company’s first electric SUV in India

American auto group Stellantis NV is rapidly electrifying its Jeep lineup worldwide . The company is working on several new electric and hybrid models and has already launched smaller, more affordable models like the Jeep Avenger in global markets.

In India, however, Jeep still focuses primarily on ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicles. Here’s what’s currently in the company’s lineup:

• Jeep Compass

• Jeep Meridian

• Jeep Grand Cherokee

• Jeep Wrangler

Models such as are included.

But now, there are signs of a shift in the company’s strategy, as Jeep India has filed a patent in the country for the new Jeep Wagoneer S. If launched in India, it will be Jeep’s first fully electric SUV sold here .

New electric SUV unveiled in 2024

The Jeep Wagoneer S was first introduced in 2024. This SUV is based on the company’s new STLA Large platform , which has been specially designed for high-performance electric vehicles.

In terms of dimensions:

• Length: 4,887 mm

• Width: 1,899 mm

• Height: 1,645 mm

• Wheelbase: 2,870 mm

In terms of size, it is slightly smaller than the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wagoneer.

Its starting price in the US is around USD 65,200 (around ₹60 lakh) and it is sold there with 20-inch wheels as standard.

Modern Jeep Design

In terms of design, the Wagoneer S has been designed as a modern and premium Jeep SUV .

Some of its key design highlights:

• Iconic illuminated vertical-slat grille

• Sleek LED headlights

• Lower grille with gloss black finish

• Aerodynamic air intake in the bumper

• Full-LED taillight bar at the rear

• Large roof spoiler

• Coupe-style look with sloping roofline

Premium and hi-tech interiors

The Wagoneer S’s cabin is designed to be quite high-tech and premium, with several large digital displays for the driver and passengers.

Main Screen Setup:

• 12.3-inch infotainment screen

• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster

• 10.2-inch co-driver entertainment display

• 10.2-inch climate control display

Apart from this, it also has a 10-inch head-up display (HUD) .

Luxury Features

The SUV also gets several premium features on the interior:

• 16-way adjustable seats

• Seat heating, cooling and massage functions

• panoramic sunroof

• 19-speaker McIntosh premium sound system

• Advanced ADAS Safety System

The company also offers the option of black and red leather upholstery in the Launch Edition .

Battery, Range and Performance

The Jeep Wagoneer S is powered by a larger 100.5 kWh Li-Ion battery pack .

Main Electric Specifications:

• Range: Approx. 488 km (single charge)

• Dual Motor AWD System

• Power: Approximately 600 bhp

• Torque: 837 Nm

Speaking of fast charging, this SUV:

• Supports Level-2 fast charging

• 20% to 80% charge in about 23 minutes

Will it be launched in India?

Jeep India hasn’t officially confirmed whether the Wagoneer S will be launched in India. However, the patent filing suggests that the company is preparing to enter the Indian electric SUV market in the future.

If this SUV comes to India, it could become a new option in the premium electric SUV segment .

The Jeep Wagoneer S is one of the company’s most advanced upcoming electric SUVs. With powerful performance, long range, and premium technology, this model shows the direction of Jeep’s electric future. If launched in India, it could become the brand’s first all-electric SUV.