Transportation
Jeep May Adapt Planetary Hybrid Powertrain for Off-Road Vehicles
A Stellantis patent filing suggests Jeep is exploring how to adapt the planetary gear hybrid system used in the Chrysler Pacifica—a proven plug-in hybrid architecture—to more rugged four-wheel-drive vehicles suited to off-road use.
Key Takeaways
- A Stellantis patent describes adapting the Chrysler Pacifica's planetary gear hybrid system for Jeep's off-road vehicles
- Electric motors' instant torque at zero RPM already proves advantageous for off-road use, as seen in the Wrangler 4xe
- A power-split hybrid could allow Jeep to offer excellent daily efficiency while preserving full off-road capability in remote areas
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