Released for the 2021 model year, the Jeep Wrangler 4xe quickly became a favorite for offroaders and hybrid-driving commuters. The original Jeep Wrangler legacy reaches back to World War II military Jeeps. Knowing this, it is striking to see the Jeep brand meet the technology of the modern era with a hybrid. This gives you the power to drive short distances solely on electric power.

With multiple trim levels available for the Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid, deciding which trim level fits your specific needs can be confusing. Jeep has already shown they can deliver many more models to dealer lots despite the current technological component shortage. For many Americans, the Jeep Wrangler 4xe may be the most readily available plug-in hybrid on local dealer lots today. So for your needs and lifestyle, which Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe is right for you?

Perfect as an everyday SUV

Unfortunately, for those customers looking for a budget hybrid Jeep, you won’t find one. The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe has the Sahara trim as the cheapest option. Starting at $54,765 MSRP, the Sahara trim level brings everyday practicality and luxury options to the Jeep Wrangler.

According to Autotrader, the Sahara comes standard equipped with 20-inch wheels, all-season tires, power heated mirrors, power door locks, and power windows. While this is a Jeep at heart, the Sahara trim ensures your interior is leather with dual-zone climate control and heated seats.

The technology is also stepped up for the Sahara trim level with four USB charging ports throughout the cabin and an 8.4-inch touch screen infotainment system. With all of these luxuries, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe Sahara looks more like a family SUV with a strong Jeep presence.

The hybrid offroading specialist

For those Jeep owners looking to take their hybrid Jeep offroad, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe Rubicon has you covered. Starting at $58,595, the Rubicon offers everything a serious offroader needs in a Jeep in a convenient hybrid package.

While this trim is more expensive than the Sahara, the Rubicon offers four-wheel drive standard with electronic locking front and rear differentials. This trim level offers smaller 17-inch wheels for better offroading capability and steel rock rails on the exterior. 

The Rubicon’s interior keeps all of the technology from the Sahara but offers heavy-duty cloth over the leather interior found on the Sahara. For those customers looking for an authentic offroading Jeep with hybrid capabilities, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe Rubicon is the trim to go for.

Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe efficiency

Regardless of which trim option you choose, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe offers plug-in hybrid capabilities, which means the ability to drive a certain amount of miles on battery power only.

According to Autotrader, the Jeep Wrangler 4xe gets a fuel efficiency rating of 49 MPGe, calculated using gas and electric power. On gas power only, the Jeep Wrangler 4xe gets 20 mpg combined. The Wrangler 4xe can drive 21 miles using electric power only if it has a full charge.

Whether you are a family looking for a solid family SUV or an offroader looking for a Jeep with better fuel efficiency, you can’t go wrong with the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe.

Many Americans will find their daily commute can be covered on battery power only, and many Jeep loyalists will love that they are getting an authentic Jeep that is more efficient where it counts.