Jeep brings back the V8 Wrangler 392 and announces one special edition per month for next year, in case you haven’t had enough – Jalopnik

While other vehicles need constant updates and improvements to sell, that’s not really what the Jeep Wrangler sells for. Instead, you get a redesign about once every ten years, the occasional engine swap, a few minor updates, and that’s about it – unless you count special editions and new colors. So if you were expecting big changes for the 2026 model year, you’ll be disappointed, and everyone else will be confused as to why you would think that. We’re getting the V8 option back and some upcoming special editions for 2026, and you’re going to like it, okay?

Yes, now that we live in a country where emissions are no longer fined, the big news for the Wrangler is that you can buy it again with a 6.4-liter V8 making 470 horsepower, a dual-mode exhaust and a hood with cold air intake for just $81,990, including destination – that’s about $20,000 cheaper than before. So if you’re disappointed that you missed your chance to buy a new V8 Wrangler, congratulations, because it’s no longer too late for that. However, I didn’t see anything in the press release that included a “symbol of protest” badge, so if it’s important to make sure everyone knows you hate clean air, you’ll have to add your own badge.

On the other hand, if you bought a V8 Wrangler because you thought it would be your last chance to buy a new Wrangler with a V8, then it might be time to talk to a lawyer. I’m not a lawyer, this isn’t legal advice, and I’m certainly not your lawyer, but that seems to be what Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep owners do when things like this happen. It’s also only available as a four-door, so if you’re hoping to get a two-door V8 Wrangler, you might just have to build your own.

If you love it when Jeep offers a new special edition Wrangler, the 2026 model year will be a paradise for you. According to Jeep, the release of the Wrangler Moab 392 marks the beginning of a twelve-month period in which Jeep will introduce a new special edition Wrangler every month. Details about these special editions are still scarce, but in a statement, Jeep CEO Bob Broderdorf did say, “Each product release will embody the boldness, authenticity and unapologetic spirit that defines our brand. It is an ongoing tribute to the capability, freedom and adventure DNA that have shaped our brand for generations.”

The release of each of these special editions will also reportedly be supported by some sort of AI-generated marketing campaign. Other automakers may be more cautious about openly embracing technology that is terrible for the environment and contrary to achieving their stated sustainability goals, so they can offer their customers an extra helping of AI slop while causing your monthly electricity bill to increasebut not Jeep. For some reason they are all in on that.