Scorching on the heels of a Jeep Wagoneer S teaser and images of the prototype next-generation Dodge Charger (or Challenger), comes a reveal and particulars of what is going to possible underpin each of them: the STLA Giant platform. It is one in every of a number of Stellantis versatile architectures that would be the foundation of its upcoming electrical vehicles, and apparently inside combustion ones, too.
Stellantis says the STLA Giant platform shall be for D- and E-segment vehicles, crossovers and SUVs. In different phrases, it is going to be for midsize and enormous automobiles. For reference, lengths supported shall be from 187.6 to 201.8 inches, and width will vary from 74.7 to 79.9 inches. Will probably be extremely versatile, too, with Stellantis claiming vital quantities of adjustability in overhangs, wheelbase, suspension placement and powertrain association.
The powertrain flexibility is kind of spectacular. Entrance-, rear- and all-wheel-drive layouts shall be supported. Single- and dual-motor layouts shall be on provide. Inside combustion shall be obtainable, too, both by itself or as a hybrid. Apparently engines may be fitted both longitudinally or transversely, too.
Battery packs with between 85 and 118 kWh of capability shall be provided, with Stellantis claiming that sedan-style automobiles may have a variety of as much as 500 miles. The packs may also be obtainable in 400- and 800-volt designs. Stellantis famous additionally that the platform can “easily accept future energy storage technologies when they reach production readiness.” This appears to trace that the corporate is totally different battery chemistries and perhaps even solid-state batteries that may very well be added extra simply sooner or later. Moreover, the platform is designed to deal with spectacular output. Stellantis says that some fashions on the platform can have 0-to-62 mph occasions within the 2-second vary. Restricted-slip differentials for improved energy supply and wheel-end disconnects for lowered mechanical drag are additionally on the desk for this platform.
All of those particulars match nicely with the knowledge beforehand given for the idea Dodge Charger Daytona Banshee and Jeep Wagoneer S. The previous was previewed with each battery voltage architectures and a variety of electrical powertrains with between 456 and 670 horsepower relying on specification and upgrades. And that is only for the 400-volt system; the 800-volt choice wasn’t detailed. We have additionally seen images of the Charger chassis seemingly with provisions for gasoline engines, possible variations of the Hurricane I6. The high-performance Wagoneer S additionally matches the platform and its anticipated 600 horsepower. Stellantis famous this platform may also assist as much as 11.3 inches of floor clearance and tires as much as 32.6 inches in diameter, each vital for serving to the Jeep keep some off-road credibility. We’re curious if the powertrain flexibility of the STLA Giant implies that Jeep may also provide a hybrid or plain internal-combustion model of the Wagoneer S.
The launch timing for the STLA Giant platform additionally matches that of the Charger and Wagoneer S. Each are slated to launch this yr, and Stellantis mentioned that the primary Giant platform automobiles shall be this yr from Dodge and Jeep. However different fashions are coming. Alfa Romeo, Chrysler and Maserati may also have Giant platform vehicles, with eight automobiles throughout the Stellantis line launching by 2026.
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