2008 Jeep Renegade Concept - Diesel/Electric Hybrid

"A B-segment Jeep® concept vehicle, the Renegade is a sporty, "minimized" two-seater ideally suited for the all-weather fun of dune-surfing or rock-crawling.

"With an electric motor powering each axle, the Jeep Renegade concept is designed for a 'hang on and have fun experience,'" said Tony Shamenkov, Jeep Renegade concept principal exterior designer.

"Constructed of environmentally responsible materials, sustainability is a key theme of the Jeep Renegade concept.

"Renegade is targeted at customers in the "Stylish Green" segment of the marketplace - those who are extremely environmentally oriented, appreciate high-tech and innovation, and enjoy performance combined with style in keeping with their "green" attitude."

Info courtesy of www.netcarshow.com

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Jeep Renegade Concept Vehicle Specifications
♦ Vehicle Type: Range-extended Electric Vehicle (40-mile all-electric range with diesel range extender), Two-passenger, open-air
♦ Battery: 16 kWh Li-ion battery pack
♦ Range extender: 1.5-liter, 3-cylinder diesel
♦ Fuel volume: 10 gallons
♦ 0-60 mph: 8.5 seconds
♦ Standing ¼ mile: 13.6 seconds
♦ Top speed: 90 mph
♦ All-electric range: 40 miles
♦ Total range: 400 miles
♦ Fuel economy: 110 mpg (combined, est.)
♦ Weight/GVWR: 3150 lbs./3600 lbs.
♦ Length: 153.0 inches/3885mm
♦ Width at H-point: 62.9 inches/1598mm
♦ Height: 56.3 inches/1431mm
♦ Wheelbase: 101.6 inches/2580mm
♦ Front overhang: 25.0 inches/634mm
♦ Rear overhang: 26.4 inhces/671mm
♦ Track front/rear: 62.2 inches/1580mm
♦ Approach angle: 44.0 degrees
♦ Departure angle: 52.0 degrees
♦ Breakover angle: 32.0 degrees
♦ Turn circle: 35 feet/10.7m
♦ Maximum width: 71.4 inches/1814mm
♦ Layout: Four wheel drive with low range and locking differentials
♦ Motor: Dual electric
♦ Power: 200 kW (268 hp) x 2
♦ Regenerative braking

2005 Jeep Hurricane Concept

Jeep is well known for their 4x4 off-roading vehicles, but the 2005 Jeep Hurricane 4x4 Concept is the first rock crawler that I've seen them make. Being that it only seats 2 people, it's not the most practical vehicle for your every day stuff which limits the marketability of it. Instead, they were going for the ultimate off roader. If you take a close look at how the wheels turn, you'll notice that the Jeep Hurrican can spin around in place. No more 50 point turns in those tight places! Along with not one but two 5.7-liter 8 cylinder HEMI engines and a ton of clearance, you've got yourself one heck of an A/T vehicle!

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2005 Jeep Hurricane Concept Specs:
♦ Curb Weight (estimated): 3,850 lb (1,746 kg)
♦ Length: 151.8 inches (3,856 mm)
♦ Wheelbase: 108.1 inches (2,746 mm)
♦ Front Overhang: 25.0 inches (635 mm)
♦ Rear Overhang: 18.7 inches (475 mm)
♦ Width: 80.0 inches (2,033 mm)
♦ Height: 68.2 inches (1,732 mm)
♦ Track, Frt/Rr: 67.5/67.5 inches (1,715/1,715 mm)
♦ Engine: Two 5.7-liter, 8-cylinder HEMI engines
♦ Power: 670 hp (500 kW)
♦ Torque: 740 lbf·ft (1000 N·m)
♦ Transfer Case: Custom multi-mode with 1:1, 2:1 and 4:1 ratios
♦ Transmission: 5-speed automatic
♦ Front and Rear Suspension: Long-travel, short/long arm independent
♦ Ground Clearance: 14.3 inches (363 mm)
♦ Break-Over Angle: 31.5 degrees
♦ Approach/Depart Angle: 64.0/86.7 degrees
♦ Tire Size: 305/70R20 (all four)
♦ Wheel Size: 20x10 inches (51x25 cm)
♦ 0-60 mph (97 km/h): 4.9 seconds