Jeep reveals Wrangler-inspired Recon EV

Jeep has unveiled the 2026 Recon, its second fully electric model and the clearest sign yet that the brand is taking its off-road heritage into the EV era.

The Recon, which arrives in the US in early 2026, is positioned as an electric counterpart to the Wrangler, combining open-air capability with battery-powered performance.

Electric performance

The Recon uses two electric motors producing 485kW and 841Nm, delivering power to all four wheels. Jeep says it will accelerate from 0-100km/h in about 3.6 seconds, with top speed capped at 180km/h.

Built on Stellantis’ new STLA Large platform, the Recon carries a sealed 94kWh battery pack designed for off-road use. Jeep estimates a range of up to 402km for the Moab launch variant.

Charging times, according to Jeep, include:

• 5% to 80% in around 28 minutes on DC fast charging
• About 160km added in 10 minutes of rapid charging
• 5% to 80% in under seven hours on a Level 2 home charger

Off-road capability

Although inspired by the Wrangler, the Recon uses unibody construction rather than body-on-frame. Jeep says the EV still offers “legitimate off-road capability,” supported by:

• standard all-wheel drive
• an electronically locking rear differential
• off-road gear ratios with a 15:1 rear axle
• standard 33-inch all-terrain tyres
• steel underbody protection
• optional rock rails
• a full-size spare on the tailgate

The first edition, the Recon Moab, runs on 33-inch Nexen Roadian ATX tyres. Jeep has not confirmed whether the model will support 35-inch tyres, a common benchmark for serious off-road builds.

How it stacks up against the Wrangler

Key off-road metrics show the Wrangler retaining an edge for extreme terrain:

Attribute	Recon	Wrangler (varies)
Water fording	610mm	from 762mm
Ground clearance	231mm	246–328mm
Wheelbase	2,868mm	3,007mm (four-door)

The Wrangler still offers solid front and rear axles, dual locking differentials and a two-speed transfer case. The Recon is expected to deliver a more compliant on-road ride with independent front suspension and a multilink rear setup.

Towing capacity is 1,497kg, close to the Wrangler’s 1,588kg rating.

Dimensions and design

The Recon sits between the Wrangler and Grand Cherokee in size:

• Length: 4,910mm
• Width: 1,900mm
• Height: about 1,880mm

Styling remains recognisably Jeep, with boxy bodywork, square LED headlights, an illuminated seven-slot grille, removable doors and rear glass, and an optional power-retractable roof.

Interior and technology

Jeep says the cabin “feels like a Jeep but looks more futuristic.” The horizontal dashboard echoes the Wrangler, but receives significant tech updates:

• 12.3-inch digital instrument panel
• 14.5-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen
• wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• over-the-air updates

Storage options include strapped door pockets, under-console space, an 85-litre front trunk and 850–1,870 litres of rear cargo volume.

Doors and rear glass can be removed without tools, reinforcing Jeep’s positioning of the Recon as the electric adventure alternative to the Wrangler.