The all-electric Jeep Recon has finally arrived

The Jeep Recon, an all-electric SUV with a 250-mile range, is here, and I couldn’t be more surprised. This is why.

Three years ago, Jeep revealed how it would reshape its portfolio by launching three electric vehicles — two of which are headed to the North American market by 2024. The all-electric Jeep Recon and Wagoneer S models were part of the brand’s plan to dominate the electrified SUV market. At the time, parent company Stellantis was aiming for electric vehicles to make up half of Jeep’s North American sales — and all of its sales in Europe — by 2030.

The Wagoneer S finally hits the market in early 2025, while the Jeep Recon remains in limbo.

Meanwhile, most automakers, including Stellantis, which also owns Chrysler and Ram, have begun to back away from their ambitious electric vehicle plans, as demand fails to meet lofty expectations. In September, Ram scrapped its plans to produce a battery-electric full-size pickup, choosing to focus on bringing the extended-range Ram 1500 REV to market. A month later, Stellantis announced it would invest $13 billion to boost U.S. manufacturing over the next four years as part of a broader recovery plan managed by its new CEO. But this time, electrification was not the focus of the multibillion-dollar commitment.

However, the Jeep Recon – with its Wrangler vibe – has managed to survive.

The company revealed that the 2026 Jeep Recon, with a starting price of $65,000 (not including the $1,995 destination charge), will go into production next year at the Toluca Assembly Plant in Mexico. It will initially launch in the US and Canada, followed by global expansion.

The Recon is an electric SUV that’s badged “Trail Rated,” an off-road term that carries some weight among enthusiasts.

As a result, the electric vehicle comes standard with the brand’s Selec-Terrain traction management system, underbody protection, tow hooks, off-road tires, and electronic locking hub technology that allows drivers to flip a switch and electronically lock the differential to ensure torque is transmitted to both rear wheels – another handy off-road feature.

“With the Jeep Recon, we are proving that electric shifting not only matches off-road excellence, but can elevate it, delivering instant torque, precise control and a quieter, more connected driving experience, a feature unique to Jeep,” Bob Broderdorf, the brand’s CEO, said in a statement.

The company also announced Tuesday that it is adopting the charging system in North America for select electric vehicles, including the Jeep Recon. However, the NACS system will not be integrated into the Jeep Recon. Owners will need a NACS adapter to access thousands of Tesla Supercharging stations.

The powertrain, which includes a 100-kilowatt-hour battery, delivers 650 horsepower and 620 pound-feet of torque — a powerful combination for off-roading. It also accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds. Why one would want that in a Jeep is one of my lingering questions.

But the bigger question — which won’t be answered until the car hits the market — is whether SUV-loving Americans will buy it, especially when the base version of the popular 2026 Wrangler starts at around $49,895.

Perhaps notable torque and power, a sleek interior that includes a 14.5-inch horizontal touchscreen (the largest ever for a Jeep), along with classic features including Wrangler-inspired LED taillights, a swing gate, and removable doors will do the trick.