BMW Neue Klasse SUV vs Jeep Gladiator 4xe

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thumb image BMW Neue Klasse SUV US$ 50,000
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thumb image Jeep Gladiator 4xe US$ 52,000

BASIC INFO

Brand BMW Jeep
Model Neue Klasse SUV (Vision Neue Klasse X / Next-Gen iX3) Gladiator (Next Generation 4xe PHEV, possible EV)
Vehicle Type Electric SUV (Sports Activity Vehicle) Mid-size Pickup Truck (Electrified)
Trims To be announced (likely xDrive variants) TBD
Release Date Late 2025 (production start) Expected 2025–2026
Status Upcoming (Concept shown, production pending) Upcoming / Confirmed (PHEV)
Made In Debrecen, Hungary (new BMW EV plant) USA (Toledo Assembly Plant, Ohio)
Body Type SUV (between BMW X3 and X5 size) Crew Cab Pickup
Vehicle Warranty Expected 4 years / 50,000 miles (standard BMW EV warranty) TBD
Colors To be announced TBD (carryover Jeep palette: Black, Bright White, Firecracker Red, Hydro Blue, Silver Zynith, Granite, etc.)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type BMW 6th-Generation eDrive Electric Motors Plug-in Hybrid (2.0L Turbo I-4 + dual electric motors)
Horsepower 400–500 hp (expected, not officially disclosed) 375 hp (est., based on Wrangler 4xe)
Torque Estimated 500+ Nm 470 lb-ft (637 Nm)
Acceleration 4.5–5.0 sec (expected) 6.5–7.0 sec 0–60 mph (est.)
Top Speed 130 mph (limited) 110 mph (est.)
Range 400 miles (EPA est.) 20–30 miles EV-only; ~400+ miles combined (gas + electric)
Drivetrain Dual-motor AWD (xDrive) | 4x4 with Jeep Selec-Trac / Rock-Trac system

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion, prismatic cell (BMW Gen6) Lithium-ion (liquid-cooled)
Battery Capacity 100 kWh (est.) 17–20 kWh (expected, same as Wrangler 4xe)
Power Consumption 15–17 kWh/100 km (est.) TBD
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected) 8 yr / 100,000 mi (typical Jeep 4xe warranty)
Home Charging Speed 11–22 kW AC 2–3 kW on 120V (Level 1)
Supercharging Speed Not confirmed (BMW network + Ionity) Not applicable (PHEV, not full EV)
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 400 kW Not available (PHEV)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 200 miles in 10 minutes (fast charging) 3–4 miles on Level 1; ~10–12 miles on Level 2
Charging Time 10–80% in ~20 minutes (DC Fast) 12 hrs (120V); ~2–3 hrs (240V Level 2)
Charging Connector Type CCS (North America: NACS from 2025 onward) J1772
Home Charging Options Wallbox (11–22 kW), Standard outlet Level 1 (120V), Level 2 (240V)
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW standard, 22 kW optional 7.2 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 187–190 in (est.) 218 in
Width 75 in (est.) 73.8 in
Height 64 in (est.) 75 in
Wheelbase 115 in (est.) 137 in
Ground Clearance 7.5 in (est.) 10 in (higher trims up to 11 in)
Cargo Space 28–60 cu ft (with seats down) 35–40 cu.ft. (5-ft bed)
Curb Weight 5,000 lbs (est.) 5,200–5,400 lbs (PHEV will be heavier than gas) No. of Doors | 4
No. of Doors 5 4
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels Alloy
Wheel Size 20"–22" (expected options) 17–20 in (depending on trim)
Front Tire 255/45 R20 (est.) 245/75R17 (base) up to 285/70R17 (Rubicon)
Rear Tire 285/40 R20 (est.) 245/75R17 (base) up to 285/70R17 (Rubicon)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Electric Power-Assisted Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic (EV) 8-speed Automatic (Hybrid-optimized)
Turning Radius 19 ft (est.) 22.4 ft
Gear Box Single-speed reduction gear 8-speed with hybrid integration
Front Suspension Adaptive strut (BMW adaptive system) Coil spring, solid axle, link-type

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot BMW Highway Assistant (semi-autonomous) No (not available)
Navigation System BMW iDrive 10 with AR navigation Yes (Uconnect 5 NAV, 10.1-inch display expected)
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes (Uconnect 5 NAV, 10.1-inch display expected)
Climate Control 3-zone automatic climate control Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes (USB-C) Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Wireless standard Yes (wireless)
Android Auto Wireless standard Yes (wireless)
Touchscreen BMW Panoramic Vision + central display 8.4-in standard / 10.1-in available
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 12–16 (Harman Kardon / Bowers & Wilkins optional) Up to 9 (Alpine Premium Audio system)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc Disc
Rear Brakes Ventilated Disc Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes (4-wheel ABS)
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 6+ (front, side, curtain)
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes (rear standard, front optional)
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras 360° camera system Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Likely (drive assist modes) Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes (heated available)
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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