ð What the 2021 Wrangler 4xe Is
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Saharaâ¯4xe is a plugâ'in hybrid (PHEV) 4Ã4 SUV â" Jeepâs first production Wrangler with an electrified powertrain. It pairs a turbocharged gasoline engine with electric motors and a battery to give you strong performance, limited electricâ'only range, and traditional Jeep offâ'road capability.
ð" Powertrain & Performance
Hybrid System
Engine: 2.0â¯L turbocharged Iâ'4 + dual electric motors
Combined Output: ~375â¯hp and 470â¯lbâ'ft torque â" more torque than many conventional Wranglers.
Transmission: 8â'speed automatic
Drive: Fullâ'time 4WD with manual transfer case.
Electric Capability
EPA EVâ'only range: ~21â¯â"â¯22â¯miles per charge.
Charging:
~12â¯hours on a standard 120â¯V outlet
~2â¯â"â¯2.4â¯hours with a 240â¯V Levelâ¯2 charger.
Driving Modes: EVâ'only, Hybrid, and Eâ'Save (which preserves battery charge).
Acceleration
Quick for its class: ~0â'60â¯mph in about 6â¯seconds thanks to the electric torque boost.
ð" Capability & Utility
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity: Up to 3,500â¯lbs â" typical for the Wrangler class.
Payload: ~1,280â¯lbs.
4WD Offâ'Road: Standard Jeep solid axles, skid plates, and offâ'road capability remain intact.
Fuel & Efficiency
EPA Combined Fuel Economy (after battery depletes): ~20â¯MPG combined.
Combined MPGe (electric + gas): ~49â¯MPGe.
Weight
Curb Weight: ~5,100â¯lbs â" heavier than gasâ'only Wranglers due to the hybrid system.
ð Interior & Features
Seats 5 people with the typical Wrangler crewâ'cab layout.
Cargo Space: ~27.7â¯cuâ¯ft behind the rear seats â" slightly reduced compared with nonâ'hybrid models because the battery pack sits under the back seat.
Standard tech includes a Uconnect infotainment system with Apple CarPlay/Androidâ¯Auto and available safety options like blindâ'spot monitoring and rear park assist on some packages.
Sahara trim offers more comfort and amenities compared to base trims (e.g., larger 20â³ wheels, nicer mats, side steps, optional premium packages).
ð' Pros
Performance & Driving
Strong torque and acceleration â" more powerful than the standard gas Wrangler.
Electricâ'only mode useful for short daily drives and reduced fuel use.
Keeps most traditional Jeep offâ'road capability intact.
Efficiency
Better everyday efficiency and energy recapture via regenerative braking.
â ï¸ Cons & Owner Feedback
Cargo & Space
Hybrid battery reduces cargo space and prevents rear seats from folding flat as fully as nonâ'hybrid Wranglers.
Noise & Ride
Like most Wranglers, cabin noise can be high and the ride rough compared with mainstream SUVs.
Complexity & Reliability
Some owners report mixed reliability experiences with early 4xe models, and online communities discuss recalls and electrical/hybridâ'system issues related to firstâ'year challenges. Experiences range from very positive to frustrated â" so a thorough preâ'purchase inspection and VIN recall check is smart when buying used.
ð" Quick Specs â" 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4xe
Feature Specification
Hybrid Powertrain 2.0L turbo I4 + dual electric motors
Combined Power ~375â¯hp / 470â¯lbâ'ft
Transmission 8â'speed automatic
Drivetrain 4WD
EVâ'Only Range ~21â"22â¯miles
Towing Up to 3,500â¯lbs
Fuel Economy ~20â¯MPG; ~49â¯MPGe combined
Cargo (rear) ~27.7â¯cuâ¯ft
Seating 5
Charging ~12â¯h @ 120V; ~2.4â¯h @ 240V
Curb Weight ~5,100â¯lbs
Used 2021 JeepWrangler Unlimited Sahara 4xe
- Hybrid
- Exterior Color
- Granite Crystal Metallic Clearcoat
- Interior Color
- Black
- Odometer
- 46,524 miles
- Body/Seating
- SUV/5 seats
- Electric Mile Range
- 22 miles
- Combined Fuel Economy
- 49
- Transmission
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- VIN
- 1C4JJXP68MW801931
- Stock Number
- PT41287
- Horsepower
- 270
- ICE + Electric Mile Range
- 370 miles
Highlighted Features
- Navigation system
- Leather upholstery
- Automatic temperature control
- Emergency communication system
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front dual zone A/C
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Split folding rear seat
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Fully automatic headlights
Included Packages & Accessories
- Navigation System
- Quick Order Package 29P
- 9 Speakers
- AM/FM radio
- Radio data system
- Radio: Uconnect 4C Nav w/8.4" Display
- Air Conditioning
- Automatic temperature control
- Front dual zone A/C
- Power steering
- Power windows
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Sport Suspension
- Traction control
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- ABS brakes
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Emergency communication system: SiriusXM Guardian
- Front anti-roll bar
- Integrated roll-over protection
- Low tire pressure warning
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Remote Proximity Keyless Entry
- Brake assist
- Electronic Stability Control
- ParkView Rear Back-Up Camera
- Delay-off headlights
- Front fog lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Panic alarm
- Security system
- Speed control
- Front License Plate Bracket
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror
- Compass
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front reading lights
- Garage door transmitter
- Illuminated entry
- Leather Shift Knob
- Leather steering wheel
- Leather Trimmed Seats w/Sahara Logo
- Leather Wrapped Park Brake Handle
- Outside temperature display
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Rear reading lights
- Rear seat center armrest
- Tachometer
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Trip computer
- Voltmeter
- Front Bucket Seats
- Split folding rear seat
- Front Center Armrest w/Storage
- Passenger door bin
- Alloy wheels
- Wheels: 20" x 8" Fully Painted Aluminum
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 3.73 Rear Axle Ratio
- Waypoint: $399
- Advanced Safety Group
- Cold Weather Group
- Safety Group
- Advanced Brake Assist
- Remote Start System
- Sky 1-Touch Power Top
- Blind Spot & Cross Path Detection
- ParkSense Rear Park Assist System
- Adaptive Cruise Control w/Stop
- Auto High Beam Headlamp Control
- Full Speed Forward Collision Warning Plus
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Power Top Quarter Window Storage Bag
- Heated Front Seats
- Removable Rear Quarter Windows
Detailed Specifications
- 1-touch down
- Acoustic pedestrian protection
- Air conditioning
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Emergency communication system: SiriusXM Guardian
- Front beverage holders
- Front dual zone A/C
- Garage door transmitter
- Illuminated entry
- Navigation system
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Power/regen
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Traction battery level
- Alloy wheels
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 275/55SR20.0
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear tires: 275/55SR20.0
- Wheel size: 20"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio
- Primary LCD size: 8.4"
- Radio data system
- Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months): 6
- Smart device integration: Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Speaker type: Alpine
- Speakers: 9
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Uconnect w/Bluetooth
- Front center armrest: w/storage
- Front seats: bucket
- Leather shift knob
- Leather steering wheel
- Leather upholstery
- Manual driver lumbar support
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear seats: split-bench
- Rear seats Folding position: flip forward cushion/seatback
- Seat Upholstery: leather
- Split folding rear seat
- Alternator hybrid electric motor
- Compressor: intercooled turbo
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: four-wheel
- Electric motor 1 torque: 39 lb.-ft.
- Electric motor 2 torque: 181 lb.-ft.
- Electric motor horsepower: 44hp @ RPM
- Engine liters: 2.0L
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy (Alternate 1) fuel type: electric
- Fuel economy combined: 49mpge
- Fuel economy combined (kWh): 68 kWh/100m
- Fuel economy equivalent measure
- Fuel tank capacity: 17.2gal.
- Horsepower: 270hp @ 5,250RPM
- Hybrid electric powertrain type: PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle)
- Hybrid system net power: 375hp @ 5,250RPM
- Hybrid system net power torque: 470 lb.-ft.
- Hybrid traction battery all electric range: 22 miles
- Hybrid traction battery capacity (kWh): 17
- Hybrid traction battery charge time (hrs) @ 120V: 12.0
- Hybrid traction battery charge time (hrs) @ 240V: 2.0
- Hybrid traction battery electric + ICE total range: 370 miles
- Hybrid traction battery number of cells: 96
- Hybrid traction battery type: lithium ion
- Hybrid traction battery voltage: 400
- Manual-shift auto: Autostick
- Number of valves: 16
- Powertrain number of motors: 2
- Recommended fuel: Premium Unleaded
- Standard fuel economy fuel type: gasoline
- Starter hybrid electric motor
- Torque: 295 lb.-ft. @ 3,000RPM
- Transmission: 8 speed automatic
- Approach angle: 42 deg
- Departure angle: 35 deg
- Ground clearance (min): 257mm (10.1")
- Ramp breakover angle: 22 deg
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: swing-out
- Skid plates
- Trailer sway control
- Compression ratio: 10.00 to 1
- Curb weight: 2,313kg (5,100lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 84.0mm x 90.0mm (3.31" x 3.54")
- Engine displacement: 2.0 L
- Engine horsepower: 270hp @ 5,250RPM
- Engine torque: 295 lb.-ft. @ 3,000RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,875mm (73.8")
- Exterior height: 1,867mm (73.5")
- Exterior length: 4,785mm (188.4")
- Front hiproom: 1,369mm (53.9")
- Front legroom: 1,036mm (40.8")
- Front shoulder room: 1,417mm (55.8")
- GVWR: 2,812kg (6,200lbs)
- Interior maximum rear cargo volume: 1,909 L (67 cu.ft.)
- Interior rear cargo volume: 784 L (28 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 2,925L (103.3 cu.ft.)
- Payload: 581kg (1,280lbs)
- Rear hiproom: 1,420mm (55.9")
- Rear legroom: 970mm (38.2")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,417mm (55.8")
- Towing capacity: 1,588kg (3,500lbs)
- Turning radius: 6.0m (19.7')
- Wheelbase: 3,007mm (118.4")
- Appearance: analog
- Compass
- Configurable
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera rear: ParkView yes
- Front fog lights
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear reading lights
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- Voltmeter
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Brakes regenerative
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Ignition disable
- Integrated roll-over protection
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Panic alarm
- Security system
- Traction control
Standard Features
- Power Top Quarter Window Storage Bag
- Removable Rear Quarter Windows
- Blind Spot & Cross Path Detection
- ParkSense Rear Park Assist System
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Remote Start System
- Adaptive Cruise Control w/Stop
- Advanced Brake Assist
- Auto High Beam Headlamp Control
- Full Speed Forward Collision Warning Plus
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
- 5.0
Immaculate Ride- Reliable and Stylish
By Nihal on Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Looking for the perfect SUV that’s reliable, adventurous, and fuel-efficient? This Jeep Rubicon 4xe Sport Utility 4D is exactly what you need! ✔ Hybrid Turbo 2.0L Engine – Save money by charging at home ✔ 8-Speed Automatic & 4WD – Handles any terrain with ease ✔ New Tires – Ready to roll with confidence ✔ Utah-Approved – Perfect for skiing, hiking, and outdoor adventures ✔ Eco-Friendly & Powerful – The best of both worlds I bought this Jeep for my kids and me to explore the outdoors, and it’s been an absolute joy. It’s hard to let go, but I just upgraded to another Jeep. This one deserves a home where it will be loved and appreciated! 🚗 Drive it, and you’ll feel the luck, adventure, and savings it brings! - 4.0
Willy's 4xe - 2024
By Cnow on Sunday, November 02, 2025
It's actually a very nice vehicle. Even with the few hiccups it's a fun car to enjoy. Plus the added electric miles are nice to have