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Every year, more than 20,000 Jeep enthusiasts visit Moab, Utah, for the Easter Jeep Safari to drive in the most extreme conditions and catch a glimpse of one-of-a-kind rock-crawling and terrain-traversing vehicles commissioned by Jeep Performance Parts (JPP). This year, seven Jeep brand and JPP concept vehicles equipped with an array of advanced powertrains are being showcased including the Jeep Wrangler Magento 3.0 concept.
The Jeep Magneto 1.0 concept was first introduced in 2021 as a fully capable BEV. Based on a two-door 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, the Jeep Magneto featured a custom-built axial flux electric motor that operates up to 6,000 rpm and connects to a six-speed manual transmission for ultimate control. The compact e-motor was initially tuned to deliver up to 370 Nm of torque and 285 horsepower.
The debut of the Jeep Magneto 2.0 concept in 2022 pushed the performance even further. Peak amperage in the propulsion system was more than doubled to 600 amps, which enabled the concept vehicle to instantly deliver up to 1152 Nm of peak torque to the wheels – more than triple the torque output of the previous version of the concept – and 625 horsepower for serious rock-climbing challenges.
Now, in its 3.0 avatar, the Jeep Magneto gets a new, more efficient motor that boosts the torque output, as well as updated programming, which results in a 20% increase in useable energy and range.
Adding to its prowess are Dynatrac 60 front axles (5.38:1 ratio), Dynatrac 80 rear axles (5.38:1 ratio), 20-inch off-road beadlock wheels, 40-inch mud terrain tires and a custom 3-inch (7.6 cm) lift. Also new to the Jeep Magneto 3.0 concept this year are three driver-selectable functions: two-way power settings, two-stage power regeneration mode and aggressive hill descent mode.
The Jeep Magneto 3.0 concept also tests the concept vehicle’s proportion. For ease of access, the door opening has been modified and swept back an additional six inches (15 cm). For added accessibility, a new B-pillar was moved rearward 60mm from stock to make way for a custom anti-roll bar. The front fender was stretched back on the trailing edge two inches (5 cm). The windshield has been raked back 12 degrees to give the side view a “chopped” roof feel without shortening the front glass.
The Jeep Magneto 3.0 concept front seats have been re-trimmed in rich blue leather and adorned with red accent stitching to match the exterior. The rear seats have been removed and the floor has been Rhino-lined in Surf Blue for added functionality and durability.
