Jeep Avenger EV vs Ford “Model T moment”

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thumb image Jeep Avenger EV US$ 38,000
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thumb image Ford “Model T moment” US$ 35,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Jeep Ford
Model Avenger EV Midsize 4-door electric pickup (first vehicle on Ford’s Universal EV Platform)
Vehicle Type All-electric subcompact / small SUV (B-segment EV for urban/European markets) Electric pickup (midsize)
Trims Longitude, Limited, Summit (and occasional 1st Edition / region-specific packs) TBD
Release Date Global launch 2023–2024 (Europe deliveries from 2023; other markets vary) 2027 (targeted)
Status In production / on sale (selected markets, mainly Europe) 2027 (targeted) • : Announced / Planned (platform + factory retool confirmed)
Made In Spain (Stellantis factory / or region-specific assembly — check local market) Louisville Assembly Plant, Kentucky, USA
Body Type 5-door compact SUV / crossover Pickup with frunk + cargo bed
Vehicle Warranty Typical: 2–3 year manufacturer warranty (market dependent) yrs / 36,000 miles (vehicle, typical Ford); 8 yrs / 100,000 miles (EV battery)
Colors Multiple exterior color options (including two-tone roof options on some trims) TBD

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single permanent-magnet synchronous AC motor (front-wheel drive) TBD (expected RWD base; optional AWD)
Horsepower 115 kW (≈154 hp) nominal motor power (market / map may list 110–115 kW) TBD
Torque 260 N•m (≈192 lb-ft) TBD
Acceleration 0–100 km/h ≈ 9.0 seconds (approximate; depends on trim) 4.5–5.5 sec (estimate)
Top Speed 150 km/h (manufacturer limited / approx.) TBD
Range WLTP ≈ ~390–396 km (varies by trim 200–260 miles (estimate, depends on battery)
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive (single motor) RWD (base), AWD (optional)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (NMC chemistry, automotive EV pack) LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate), U.S.-made
Battery Capacity 54 kWh gross (usable slightly lower — manufacturer lists ~54 kWh pack) 50–55 kWh (estimate)
Power Consumption WLTP combined consumption ~13–16 kWh/100 km (varies with trim, wheel size, driving conditions) TBD
Battery Warranty Typically 8 years / 100,000 km 8 yrs / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed AC Level-2 charging up to 11 kW TBD (Level 2 expected ~7–11 kW)
Supercharging Speed DC fast charging up to 100 kW TBD
DC Fast Charging Speed Peak ~100 kW; 20–80% charge in ~20–30 minutes TBD (~100–150 kW expected)
Miles of Range added Per Hour At peak DC (~100 kW) expect roughly ~200–250 km/hour TBD
Charging Time 0–100% on Level-2 (11 kW) ~ 4–6 hours 35–45 min (estimate on fast charge)
Charging Connector Type Europe: CCS2 for DC fast charge Likely NACS (Ford confirmed switch by 2025)
Home Charging Options Wallbox (11 kW) compatible Wallbox + portable charger (expected)
Onboard Charger Power Typically 11 kW (some trims may have 7.4 kW onboard charger option) TBD

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,084 mm TBD (midsize, similar to Ranger/Maverick)
Width 1,793 mm TBD
Height 1,528 mm TBD
Wheelbase 2,570–2,600 mm TBD
Ground Clearance 200 mm C
Cargo Space (rear seats up) ~ 350–400 L and (seats folded) ~ 1,210 L Frunk + cargo bed (volumes TBD; Ford claims more passenger space than Toyota RAV4)
Curb Weight 1,520 kg (approx / unladen weight) TBD
No. of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy wheels (trim dependent) TBD
Wheel Size Common options 17 in / 18 in / 19 TBD
Front Tire All-season / low rolling resistance tire (size varies by wheel option; e.g., 215/60 R17 or similar) TBD
Rear Tire Matching rear tire (same spec as front for FWD) TBD

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power-assisted steering (EPS), rack-and-pinion Electric power steering (expected)
Transmission Single-speed reduction gear (EV direct drive) Single-speed automatic (typical BEV)
Turning Radius 10.5–11.0 m turning circle (approx; compact SUV typical) TBD
Gear Box 1-speed fixed reduction (no multi-gear transmission) Single-speed e-gearbox
Front Suspension Independent MacPherson strut (typical for class) TBD
Rear Suspension Torsion beam or multi-link depending on spec (likely torsion beam for cost/space efficiency in this segment) TBD

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Advanced driver assistance features (ADAS) available — e.g., Adaptive Cruise, Lane Keep Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition (not full self-driving/autopilot) Ford BlueCruise-like driver assistance (expected)
Navigation System Integrated navigation via Uconnect (or regional infotelematics provider) Ford Connected Navigation / FordPass (expected)
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes (adaptive cruise with stop & go available on higher trims / packages) Yes (expected)
Climate Control Automatic climate control (single or dual zone depending on trim); heated front seats available on higher trims TBD
Auxiliary Auto Input USB-C ports, Bluetooth audio, smartphone mirroring TBD
Over The Air Updates OTA updates supported for some software and infotainment features Yes (confirmed)
Keyless Start Keyless entry / push-button start available on mid / high trims TBD
Keyless Entry Yes (remote key / keyless) TBD
Heated Steering Wheel Available on higher trims (Summit / optional packs) TBD
Panoramic Sunroof Available as option or on higher trim (region dependent) TBD
Apple Car Play Wireless Apple CarPlay supported (trim dependent) Likely supported
Android Auto Wireless Android Auto supported (trim dependent) Likely supported
Touchscreen 10.25-inch central touchscreen (infotainment) — cluster / driver display size varies by trim TBD
WiFi & Hotspot Available (subscription / trial may apply) Expected
Bluetooth Yes Expected
MP3 Player Supported via infotainment (USB/Bluetooth) TBD
No. Of Speakers Standard audio 6–8 speakers TBD

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking + 4-wheel disc brakes (ABS) TBD
Front Brakes Ventilated disc (typical) TBD
Rear Brakes Disc brakes (typical) TBD
Brake Assist Yes (electronic brake assist) TBD
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags Multiple airbags (front, side, curtain; typical count 6–8 depending on market spec) Yes
Rear Seat Belt 3-point seat belts for all rear seating positions Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Likely
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Likely
Multiple Cameras Rear camera standard; 360° surround camera on higher trims Yes (rear/360 on higher trims)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes (BSM available on at least mid / high trims) TBD
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes TBD
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 (ParkSense / parking sensors; higher trims add auto-park assist) Yes

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