Jeep has finally lifted the curtain on one of its most talked-about EVs — the 2026 Jeep Recon — and it’s every bit as wild as enthusiasts hoped. This isn’t just another electric SUV with big numbers on paper. It’s built for trails first, highways second, and it proudly carries Jeep’s legacy into a fully-electric future.
Built for Power, Built for the Trail
The headline numbers alone are enough to make any off-roader stare twice. The Recon produces a massive 650hp and 840Nm of instant torque, pushing the SUV from 0 to 96kmph in just 3.6 seconds. Yes, that’s sports car territory — on a machine running chunky 33-inch tyres.
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Jeep says the SUV can offer an estimated range of up to 402km, depending on the trim. But the priority here is capability, not hyper-efficiency. Under the body sits a dedicated electric platform featuring dual 250kW electric drive modules, one on each axle. The hardcore Moab trim even gets a shorter 15:1 rear final drive ratio for slow, controlled crawling.
Off-Road Hardware That Means Business
Jeep hasn’t watered down the Recon’s capability for electrification. It gets an electronic locking rear differential, a front axle with disconnects to reduce drag on highways, and proper off-road geometry:
- 33.8° approach angle
- 23.3° breakover angle
- 33.1° departure angle
- 9.1 inches ground clearance
Numbers like these place the Recon alongside serious trail machines in Jeep’s own stable.
A Familiar Shape With a Futuristic Twist
The exterior keeps Jeep’s rugged stance intact but adds modern EV touches. The iconic seven-slot grille now glows with illuminated outlines, complemented by sharp U-shaped DRLs.
A few Wrangler-inspired bits return:
- Removable doors
- Dual-pane roof
- Swing-gate glass
- Rear quarter glass
- Rear-mounted spare wheel
Inside, the cabin mixes utility with modern tech. You get a wide 12.3-inch digital cluster paired with Jeep’s largest-ever 14.5-inch touchscreen running Uconnect 5. There’s integrated Trails Off-road data and Dynamic Range Mapping — tools actual overlanders will appreciate.
Interior elements include Capri synthetic upholstery and recycled materials in the carpets and headliner. Storage is smart too, with a dual-layer centre console, up to 1,866 litres of cargo space, and a compact front trunk that fits a carry-on suitcase.
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Designed to Go Far Beyond the Pavement
For audiophiles, Jeep includes a standard Alpine audio system, with speakers cleverly placed under the seats so sound quality stays crisp even when the doors are off.
The Recon Moab edition gets a special Joshua Tree-inspired tan interior, developed after Jeep’s design team spent time in the national park to capture its desert aesthetic.
Production Timeline and Launch Strategy
Jeep will begin production early next year at its Toluca plant in Mexico. The first markets to get the Recon will be the US and Canada, followed by global rollouts later.
With its combination of brute-force electric performance and old-school off-road credibility, the Jeep Recon looks like one of the most exciting EVs the brand has launched in years — and a statement that Jeep’s electrified future will still be full of dirt, rocks, and adventure.
