Summary
The Jeep Avenger is a compact five-door SUV and the first all-electric model to join the Jeep range. It hit UK roads in Summer 2023.
The smallest option in Jeep’s line-up, this new electric SUV shares its foundations with the Peugeot e-2008 and Vauxhall Mokka Electric. However, the Avenger is more compact – at just over four metres long, the SUV is around the same length as a Volkswagen Polo.
Designed with the European market in mind, the Avenger has received a very warm welcome from the media, achieving review scores from good to outstanding. It was also awarded ‘European Car of the Year’ for 2023.
“Never before has Jeep had such a competitive and on-trend product to sell in Europe”, says Autocar‘s Mark Tisshaw, who adds that the car’s boxy design makes for a surprisingly practical interior, and that it is capable at handling difficult terrain even without the four-wheel drive setups that Jeep drivers are accustomed to.
The Electrifying.com team are more impressed with how the Avenger handles the average urban commute. They conclude that the SUV is comfortable, has fun styling, and that “it’s great for around-town manoeuvring and better than most other compact SUVs that are noticeably bigger”.
The Avenger offers a battery range that keeps up with its competitors too, but some of these rivals offer a few miles extra from full charge, and for a cheaper price too.
Jeep announced in late 2023 that the Avenger range also now includes traditional petrol and petrol mild-hybrid models, and is also planning to release a 4×4 off-road version sometime this year.
As of February 2024, the Jeep Avenger holds a New Car Expert Rating of A with a score of 71%.
Avenger highlights
- Capable on or off the road
- Attractive styling
- Competitive battery range
- Practical interior
Avenger lowlights
- Rivals are more affordable
- Other Jeep models are better off-roaders
- Limited range at launch
Key specifications
Body style: Small SUV
Engines: electric, battery-powered
Price: From £34,800 on-road
Launched: Spring 2023
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA
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Media reviews
Reviews, road test and comparisons from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.
Auto Express
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Jeep Avenger is a hugely desirable small electric SUV with buckets of charm and style. We have no doubt more than a few examples of Jeep’s little bundle of joy will be sold based solely on how it looks, but the Avenger is capable, too. It boasts a relatively long range, a decent amount of boot space and the tech on board is great.”
Author: Ellis Hyde
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Model reviewed: Summit
Score: 8 / 10
“If you can live with the relatively small rear seats, then the Jeep Avenger is a great little electric SUV. It offers head-turning looks and a long driving range, while the compact dimensions mean it’s more suited to the cut and thrust of urban driving than the overlanding trails that Jeep is synonymous with. This top-spec Summit edition looks pricey, but it’s packed with kit.”
Author: Dean Gibson
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Model reviewed: First Edition
Score: 8 / 10
“Jeep’s first truly European offering deserves to find customers. We suspect the Avenger’s sweetest spot may not be the fully laden First Edition driven here but, on the whole, this is a surprisingly practical and well-sorted small SUV, with enough technical and aesthetic differences to make it stand out in the market.” (John McIlroy)
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Auto Trader
Model reviewed:
Score: 9 / 10
“The first all-electric Jeep is a cracker, combining compact, city-friendly size and suitably tough looks for a competitive price.” (Dan Trent)
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Autocar
Model reviewed: First Edition
Score: 8 / 10
“Never before has Jeep had such a competitive and on-trend product to sell in Europe, and you can see the Avenger doing very well indeed, should the dealer network be able to scale up to the right size and quality needed to help deliver the car.”
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Business Car
Model reviewed:
Score: 8 / 10
“Too small for America, the Jeep Avenger is capable enough on and off-road to justify the Jeep badge.”
Author: Martyn Collins
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Car
Model reviewed: First Edition
Score: 8 / 10
“The fact is that the Jeep Avenger doesn’t excel in any area and there are plenty of similarly priced rivals that can offer you more for your money. With your rational hat on, you’d never buy the Jeep. But we’re sure those sharp looks will encourage plenty of drivers to take the plunge.”
Author: Luke Wilkinson
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Carbuyer
Model reviewed:
Score: 8.4 / 10
“The Jeep Avenger is a refreshing take on the small electric SUV, that also looks like good value.”
Author: Andy Goodwin, Richard Ingram
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Model reviewed: Firdt Edition
Score: 8.4 / 10
“The Jeep Avenger is a refreshing take on the small electric SUV, although early models look expensive.”
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Carwow
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Jeep Avenger looks the part and matches it with a pleasant driving experience, but isn’t the most spacious car amongst alternatives.”
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Driving Electric
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Suitably named, the Jeep Avenger is an impressive all-rounder and seems to have saved the day for a brand stuck in the dark ages.”
Author: Tom Jervis
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Electrifying.com
Model reviewed:
Score: 8 / 10
“The Jeep Avenger is a fantastic small electric car that’s fun, comfortable, practical and characterful. Being only a touch longer than a VW Polo, it’s great for around-town manoeuvring and better than most other compact SUVs that are noticeably bigger than the Avenger. An official range of 248 miles means it’s efficient and should be fine for long journeys, too.”
Author: Tom Barnard
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Green Car Guide
Score: 9 / 10
“The Jeep Avenger is another welcome addition to the choice of electric cars for consumers. It has a platform that has been proven in other Stellantis models to be fun to drive, and the official combined electric driving range of 249 miles is likely to be sufficient for many people. The Jeep has its own design style, both outside and inside, but the brand’s go-anywhere image doesn’t translate to the actual abilities of this car, thanks to the front-wheel drive only powertrain and the lack of tyres that can cope with off-road terrain.”
Author: Paul Clarke
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Honest John
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Jeep Avenger is ideal for electric SUV buyers seeking something with a little personality. It’s not the most practical choice but it’s easy to drive and represents decent value for money. We like it more than the Fiat 600e.”
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Move Electric
Model reviewed: First Edition
Score: 8 / 10
“The Jeep Avenger is a good-looking SUV with real character. It should – at last – be the car to bring the famous old 4×4 brand some success in Europe, success which, on this showing, would be fully deserved.” (Mark Tisshaw)
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Parkers
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“If all you want is a funky small electric car with a modicum of off-road ability, then the Jeep Avenger could be perfect for you. However, if you value a sharp driving experience, or you have a family to cart around, we think you’ll be much better served by one of the Avenger’s many rivals.”
Author: Luke Wilkinson
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The Sun
Model reviewed: First Edition
“The new Jeep Avenger was engineered to give owners an intro to off-road freedom and back-woods adventure. But it also turns out to be a brilliant city car. It has big wheels, short overhangs and long-travel suspension, good for soaking up uneven terrain. And excellent over city speed-bumps.” (Rob Gill)
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The Sunday Times
Model reviewed: 51kWh Summit
Score: 6 / 10
“The Jeep Avenger is a solid first all-electric effort. It won’t top any list of long-range EVs, but it has adequate range for the target market. Likewise, while the cabin looks enticing, it is the least practical of all Jeep models for family use. Style-wise, it’s definitely a winner, and that should be enough to provoke a small whiff of envy in those who’ve gone for a less-rugged-looking crossover.”
Author: Liam Shard
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The Telegraph
Score: 8 / 10
“For most buyers, the front-wheel-drive Avenger will do and they’ll probably like it; this is a car that’s more convincingly in tune with European tastes than any recent Jeep. While it may be the one with the least American DNA – or perhaps because of that – this is the best Jeep in years. It’s practical and great to drive, but above all else, this is a feel-good car that makes you grin from the moment you first set eyes on it.”
Author: Alex Robbins
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Model reviewed: First Edition
Score: 8 / 10
“The Jeep Avenger is a nicely engineered and finished battery vehicle that will suit a lot of folk right down to the ground. I’d be interested in what the 4×4 is like to drive, but as a suburban run-around with the capability of going to see far-flung relatives, it will do nicely.”
Author: Andrew English
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Top Gear
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“Jeep has built a top-notch city car, with OK range and quick-enough rapid charging.”
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What Car?
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Jeep Avenger is an appealing small electric SUV, thanks to its smart interior, sensible pricing and a decent range between charges.”
Author: Will Nightingale
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Which EV?
Score: 7.7 / 10
“The Jeep Avenger feels like more than the sum of its parts, with driving and usage enjoyment that transcend the on-paper EV specification. The exterior looks and interior build give the impression of a car you could take anywhere, and the offroad modes really work, despite this only being a front-wheel-drive vehicle. But it’s not quite a must-have EV in an increasingly competitive market.”
Author: James Morris
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
No safety rating
As of February 2024, the Jeep Avenger has not been crash tested by Euro NCAP.
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
No eco rating
As of February 2024, the Jeep Avenger has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.
The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the electric Avenger is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing whenever it ever takes place. Check back again soon.
Reliability rating
Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy
No reliability rating
As of February 2024, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Jeep Avenger to generate a reliability rating.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Avenger, we’ll publish the score here.
Running cost rating
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
| Battery range | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 248 miles | B | 248 – 248 miles | B – B |
| Electrical efficiency | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 4.6 m/KWh | A | 4.6 – 4.6 m/KWh | A – A |
| Insurance group | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| All models | 27 | B | 26 – 27 | B – B |
| Service and maintenance | Cost | Score |
| Year 1 | £162 | A |
| Year 2 | £367 | A |
| Year 3 | £628 | A |
| Year 4 | £743 | A |
| Year 5 | £1,028 | A |
| Overall | £2,928 | A |
The Jeep Avenger is a very affordable car to own and run, according to whole-life cost numbers provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our data partner, Clear Vehicle Data.
Electrical efficiency (the EV equivalent of miles per gallon in a petrol or diesel car) is outstanding, which helps the Avenger achieve an official driving range of nearly 250 miles from a modestly sized battery. In real-world driving, you should have no problem hitting more than 200 miles between charges.
Insurance costs should also be very good, while servicing and maintenance over the Avenger’s first five years is expected to be excellent. All up, it’s a great running costs scorecard for Jeep’s first EV.
Awards
Trophies, prizes and awards that the Jeep Avenger has received
2023
- European Car of the Year
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