Jeep has opened UK orders for the Jeep Avenger 85th Anniversary, 85 years after Willys-Overland received the military production contract on 15 July 1941. Prices start at £30,395 OTR, with petrol, e-Hybrid, 4xe all-wheel drive, and Avenger Electric choices. The special edition adds upgraded lighting, cameras, cabin trim, and gold-finish details to Jeep's 4.08-metre compact SUV.
Four Powertrains Cover Four Use Cases
Looking at the data, petrol sets the lowest entry price, e-Hybrid adds an automatic gearbox for £1,000, and 4xe brings electric all-wheel drive. The Electric tops the range by £204.
| Version | Output and drive | Consumption or range | UK OTR price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 100 hp, 205 Nm, FWD, 6-speed manual | 5.7-5.8 L/100 km, 48.7-49.6 mpg UK | £30,395 |
| e-Hybrid | 110 hp, FWD, 6-speed eDCT | 4.9-5.0 L/100 km, 56.5-57.6 mpg UK | £31,395 |
| 4xe | 145 hp, eAWD, 6-speed eDCT | 5.4-5.5 L/100 km, 51.4-52.3 mpg UK | £33,395 |
| Electric | 156 hp, 260 Nm, FWD | Up to 248 miles WLTP, 15.5 kWh/100 km | £33,599 |
The 1,199 cc petrol engine makes 205 Nm from 1,750 rpm. Specifically, its variable-geometry turbo improves low-rev response, while Miller-cycle operation, 350-bar direct injection, and chain timing target efficiency and durability.
The e-Hybrid houses a 21 kW motor inside the eDCT and draws on a 0.9 kWh 48-volt battery. In addition, the Electric's 54 kWh gross, 51 kWh usable battery accepts 100 kW DC charging; 10-80% takes 30 minutes, while 11 kW AC charging takes 5 hours 45 minutes.
What the 85th Anniversary Adds
- Illuminated seven-slot grille, Matrix LED headlights, and LED fog lamps
- 18-inch gold-finish wheels, gold bumper details, and anniversary logos
- Tartan bonnet graphic, plus a dedicated graphic for the 4xe
- Tartan cloth and vinyl seats with 85th logos and gold stitching
- Multi-colour ambient lighting, a dedicated dashboard cover, and a front-camera-based 360-degree view
Matrix LED headlights adapt their beam to traffic and speed, while camera software builds an overhead parking view on the central screen.
Compact Dimensions, Serious Trail Geometry
| Metric | Petrol | e-Hybrid | 4xe | Electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,084 mm / 160.8 in | 4,084 mm / 160.8 in | 4,088 mm / 160.9 in | 4,084 mm / 160.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,557 mm / 100.7 in | 2,557 mm / 100.7 in | 2,563 mm / 100.9 in | 2,562 mm / 100.9 in |
| Kerb mass | 1,180 kg / 2,601 lb | 1,288 kg / 2,840 lb | 1,475 kg / 3,252 lb | 1,520 kg / 3,351 lb |
| Boot, seats raised | 380 L / 13.4 cu ft | 380 L / 13.4 cu ft | 325 L / 11.5 cu ft | 355 L / 12.5 cu ft |
| Approach/breakover/departure | 20°/20°/35° | 20°/20°/34° | 22°/21°/35° | 20°/20°/32° |
| Water-fording depth | 230 mm / 9.1 in | 230 mm / 9.1 in | 400 mm / 15.7 in | 230 mm / 9.1 in |
By comparison, the 4xe carries the strongest trail hardware and raises maximum ground clearance to 210 mm, or 8.3 inches. Reduction gearing multiplies rear-wheel torque to 1,900 Nm; that figure does not equal crankshaft torque.
Jeep rates the system for a 40% gravel grade and a 20% grade with no front-axle grip. Consequently, the 4xe gives this anniversary edition genuine rough-surface value.
Which Avenger 85th Anniversary Should You Buy?
From an expert perspective, choose petrol for the lowest outlay and 1,200 kg towing, e-Hybrid for automatic convenience and the best quoted fuel use, Electric for regular home charging, or 4xe for maximum traction and wading depth.
Pro-Tip
Compare insurance, tyres, energy, and finance over three years before ordering. The Electric sits only £204 above the 4xe, and its £33,599 offer includes the £1,500 UK Electric Car Grant, but charger installation can reshape the ownership cost. Ask the retailer to confirm grant eligibility, delivery timing, and the final OTR figure in writing.
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