Ford “Model T moment” vs Jeep Cherokee EV

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thumb image Ford “Model T moment” US$ 35,000
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thumb image Jeep Cherokee EV US$ 37,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Ford Jeep
Model Midsize 4-door electric pickup (first vehicle on Ford’s Universal EV Platform) Cherokee EV (speculative future version)
Vehicle Type Electric pickup (midsize) Mid-size SUV (Electric)
Trims TBD Expected – Limited, Overland, Trailhawk, Laredo (based on Jeep’s trim tradition)
Release Date 2027 (targeted) Hybrid confirmed 2026
Status 2027 (targeted) • : Announced / Planned (platform + factory retool confirmed) Hybrid revealed
Made In Louisville Assembly Plant, Kentucky, USA USA / North America (Stellantis plant)
Body Type Pickup with frunk + cargo bed SUV
Vehicle Warranty yrs / 36,000 miles (vehicle, typical Ford); 8 yrs / 100,000 miles (EV battery) Likely 3 yrs / 36,000 miles (bumper-to-bumper), 8 yrs / 100,000 miles (battery)
Colors TBD Black, White, Silver, Red, Blue, Green (typical Jeep palette)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type TBD (expected RWD base; optional AWD) Dual Permanent Magnet Motors (AWD) – base version may have single
Horsepower TBD 300–400 hp (estimated for EV)
Torque TBD 450–500 Nm (estimate)
Acceleration 4.5–5.5 sec (estimate) 6–7 seconds (speculative)
Top Speed TBD 180–200 km/h
Range 200–260 miles (estimate, depends on battery) 500–600 km (WLTP) or ~300–370 miles (EPA est.)
Drivetrain RWD (base), AWD (optional) FWD (base) / AWD (higher trims, Trailhawk, Overland)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate), U.S.-made Lithium-Ion (possibly NMC or LFP depending on trim)
Battery Capacity 50–55 kWh (estimate) 90–100 kWh (expected if EV variant launched)
Power Consumption TBD 18–20 kWh/100 km (estimate)
Battery Warranty 8 yrs / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed TBD (Level 2 expected ~7–11 kW) 11 kW AC (7.5–10 hrs full charge)
Supercharging Speed TBD 150–200 kW DC
DC Fast Charging Speed TBD (~100–150 kW expected) 30 min (10–80%)
Miles of Range added Per Hour TBD 30–35 miles (AC home), ~150–200 miles (DC fast)
Charging Time 35–45 min (estimate on fast charge) 8–10 hrs (AC), 30–40 min (DC 10–80%)
Charging Connector Type Likely NACS (Ford confirmed switch by 2025) CCS (North America & Europe)
Home Charging Options Wallbox + portable charger (expected) CCS (North America & Europe)
Onboard Charger Power TBD 11 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length TBD (midsize, similar to Ranger/Maverick) 4,800–4,900 mm
Width TBD 1,900 mm
Height TBD 1,700–1,750 mm
Wheelbase TBD 2,800 mm
Ground Clearance C 200–220 mm (higher on Trailhawk)
Cargo Space Frunk + cargo bed (volumes TBD; Ford claims more passenger space than Toyota RAV4) 800–1,600 L (rear seats folded)
Curb Weight TBD 2,100–2,300 kg (EV version)
No. of Doors 4 5
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type TBD Alloy
Wheel Size TBD 18" (base), 20" (upper trims)
Front Tire TBD 235/55 R18 (est.)
Rear Tire TBD 235/55 R18 (est.)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power steering (expected) Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic (typical BEV) Single-speed automatic (EV)
Turning Radius TBD 5.8 m
Gear Box Single-speed e-gearbox 1-speed (EV)
Front Suspension TBD Independent MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension TBD Multi-link independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Ford BlueCruise-like driver assistance (expected) No (but ADAS L2 expected)
Navigation System Ford Connected Navigation / FordPass (expected) Yes (integrated with Uconnect
Auxiliary Auto Input TBD Yes (USB-C, USB-A, AUX)
Over The Air Updates Yes (confirmed) Yes
Keyless Start TBD Yes
Keyless Entry TBD Yes
Heated Steering Wheel TBD Yes
Panoramic Sunroof TBD Yes
Apple Car Play Likely supported Wireless
Android Auto Likely supported Wireless
Touchscreen TBD 10.25"–12.3" Uconnect display
WiFi & Hotspot Expected Yes
Bluetooth Expected Yes
MP3 Player TBD Yes
No. Of Speakers TBD 6–12 (depending on trim, Alpine premium audio in higher trims)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System TBD Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes TBD Disc
Rear Brakes TBD Disc
Brake Assist TBD Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags Yes :–8
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Likely Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Likely Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes (rear/360 on higher trims) 360° surround view (upper trims)
Blind Spot Monitoring TBD Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor TBD Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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