Jeep’s fully electric Avenger Concept is built for off-roaders with ‘best-in-class’ capabilities
Jeep is charging ahead with its plans to become the “number-one electrified SUV brand” as it unveils its first pure electric vehicle, the Avenger. The rugged SUV maker says its new EV concept carries the Jeep brand into the future with “best-in-class capabilities” for on- and off-road driving.
In September, Stellantis-owned Jeep teased four new fully electric models to be launched in the US and Europe by the end of 2025.
Jeep is known for making rugged vehicles with exceptional off-road capabilities, which the automaker plans to carry into the new era of electric vehicles. The company is built on four values –freedom, adventure, authenticity, and passion – as it sets its sights on the EV market.
At the ParisMotor Show on Monday, Jeep says it will use these values to propel the brand into an all-electric future, revealing new details behind its flagship EV model.
Last month, the automaker said the Jeep Avenger will be the first EV model introduced to the European market with plans to hit showrooms in 2023. Meanwhile, while most automakers are introducing their largest models in electric versions, Jeep is going a different route, as the Avenger is designed for all terrains – off-road and city. Head of Jeep Europe, Antonella Bruno, claimed during the release:
The all-new Avenger will offer Jeep brand capability that is rightsized for the European market. This modern, fun and emotional SUV will appeal to a growing set of customers who are looking for a capable, compact, modern and all-electric Jeep brand alternative to the current players.
Today, Jeep is giving us a closer look at its electric Avenger model with new details around specifications and an image gallery.
Jeep reveals specs and new images of the electric Avenger model
During a Jeep brand press conference, the company’s CEO, Christian Meunier, talked about their first fully electric model and how they wanted to retain features that make the “Jeep brand,” stating:
The Avenger has been designed as a Jeep vehicle from the outset, and the all-electric 4×2 model already offers some of the best-in-class capabilities that identify the Jeep brand. But we couldn’t help but wonder, what would happen if we injected the Jeep brand’s four-wheel drive electrified capabilities into a compact package, while retaining the brand’s unique design language, capability and personality?
The new Avenger is a small, compact SUV model at just 160.6 inches in length, smaller than the Jeep Renegade. The 400V front-mounted electric motor produces 156 HP and 192 lb.-ft. of torque.
The 54 kWh battery delivers up to 250 miles in the combined cycle but can reach up to 340 urban miles driven. It will be based on the CMP Modular Platform from Stellantis, primarily used for subcompact electric cars like the Peugeot e-2008.
Jeep claims its new EV can charge 20% to 80% in 30 minutes with 100 kWh DC fast charging.
On the outside, the electric model fully resembles the classic Jeep SUV look, with its signature seven-slot grille, slim LED lights, and aggressive tires. However, Jeep added thicker cladding, 200mm ground clearance, and built-in flood lights to add to its ruggedness and off-road abilities.
The electric Jeep Avenger is ready to tackle any terrain with several different driving modes for different conditions (snow, mud, sand, etc.) while utilizing Selec-Terrain and Hill Descent Control technologies.
European buyers in specific markets can preorder the Avenger before its launch early next year.
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Tesla’s retro-futuristic diner with Superchargers and giant movie screens is ready to open, and I have to admit, it looks pretty sick.
This project has been in the works for a long time.
In 2018, Elon Musk said that Tesla planned to open an “old school drive-in, roller skates & rock restaurant at one of the new Tesla Supercharger locations in Los Angeles.” It was yet another “Is he joking?” kind of Elon Musk idea, but he wasn’t kidding.
A few months later, Tesla applied for building permits for “a restaurant and Supercharger station” at a location in Santa Monica. However, the project stalled for a long time, apparently due to local regulations.
Nevertheless, Tesla still moved forward with a Supercharger at the location, but it had to move the diner project to Hollywood. In 2022, Tesla filed the construction plans with the city, giving us the first look at what the automaker intends to build.
In 2023, the automaker broke ground on the site of the diner.
7 years after being originally announced, the project appears now ready to open:
Musk said that he ate at the diner last night and claimed that it is “one of the coolest spots in LA.” He didn’t say when it will open, but Tesla vehicles have been spotted at Supercharger and people appear to be testing the dinning experience inside.
A Tesla Optimus Robot can be seen inside the diner on a test rack. It looks like Tesla might use one for some tasks inside the diner.
Earlier this year, Tesla integrated the diner into its mobile app – hinting at some interaction through the app – possibly ordering from it.
Electrek’s Take
I think it looks pretty cool. I am a fan of the design and concept.
However, considering the state of the Tesla community, I don’t think I’d like the vibes. That said, it looks like Tesla isn’t prominently pushing its branding on the diner.
You can come and charge there, but it looks like Tesla is also aiming to get a wider clientele just for dining.
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Hyundai’s electric minivan is finally out in the open. The Staria EV was caught without camo near Hyundai’s R&D center in Korea, giving us a closer look at the electric minivan undisguised.
Hyundai’s electric minivan drops camo ahead of debut
The Staria arrived in 2021 as the successor to the Starex, Hyundai’s multi-purpose vehicle (MPV). Although the Staria has received several updates throughout the years, 2026 will be its biggest by far.
Hyundai will launch the Staria EV, its first electric minivan. Like the current model, the 2026 Staria will be available in several different configurations, including cargo, passenger, and even a camper version.
We’ve seen the Staria EV out in public a few times already. Last month, we got a glimpse of it while driving on public roads in Korea.
Despite the camouflage, new EV-like design elements were visible, including updated LED headlights and a full-length light bar. Although it’s still unclear, the electric version appears to be roughly the same size as the current Staria from the side, but slightly wider from the front.
New images posted on the South Korean forum Clien reveal a test car, expected to be Hyundai’s Staria electric minivan, without camo.
Like most Hyundai test cars, the prototype has a black front and a grey body. It still features a similar look to other prototypes we’ve seen, but you can clearly see the new facelift.
Earlier this year, a Staria EV was spotted in a parking lot in Korea, featuring a similar look. The electric version is nearly identical to the Staria Lounge, but with an added charge port and closed-off grille.
The Hyundai Staria EV is expected to make its global debut later this year. Technical details have yet to be revealed, but it’s expected to feature either a 76 kWh or 84 kWh battery, providing a range of around 350 km (217 miles) to 400 km (249 miles).
Hyundai’s electric SUV arrives after Kia introduced its first electric van, the PV5, which launched in Europe and Korea earlier this year.
In Europe, the Kia Passenger PV5 model is available with two battery pack options: 51.5 kWh and 71.2 kWh, providing WLTP ranges of 179 miles and 249 miles, respectively. The Cargo version has a WLTP range of 181 miles or 247 miles.
Source: TheKoreanCarBlog, Clien
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