Jeep takes electric mobility off the beaten track.
For decades, the Jeep name has been synonymous with off-roading and adventure, and models like the Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator have risen above automotive fame to become cultural icons among their drivers and owners. With a passionate cult following and a reputation for their off-road prowess, Jeep vehicles are often trail-rated and trail-proven, and as the brand’s quest for electrification has raised the question of how off-road prowess and electric mobility would combine.
Existing electrified Jeep models include hybrids and a fully electric model in the form of the sporty, luxurious Jeep Wagoneer S, the first fully electric model to carry the Jeep badge. However, Jeep finally has an answer to how it would approach the creation of a true off-roader with a pure electric drive: the all-new 2026 Jeep Recon.
When unveiling the new SUV, the brand says that the new Recon 2026 is the only ‘fully electric Trail Rated SUV’ and features classic Jeep design, combined with a powerful electric drivetrain and rugged 4×4 capabilities. An impressive 650 hp of power is available, along with 620 Nm of torque, a range of 400 km and a 0 to 100 km time of just 3.6 seconds.
The new 2026 Jeep Recon’s Selec-Terrain traction management system offers five driving modes to suit a wide range of weather and terrain conditions, and the powerful system means the Recon can tackle challenging maneuvers. Plus, its design offers uncompromising Jeep driving pleasure, with tool-free doors, a glass swing gate and rear side windows for open-air freedom, combined with the Recon’s electric powertrain and robust power.
Production of the new all-electric 2026 Jeep Recon will begin early next year, and with a starting MSRP of $65,000, the new Jeep Recon will initially launch in the US and Canadian markets, with global expansion soon to follow. Featuring the hallmarks of any classic Jeep, combined with electric freedom, the new 2026 Jeep Recon heralds a new era for a cherished heritage.
Image source: Stellantis
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