The all-new, all-electric Jeep® Recon: 100% Jeep; 100% zero emission
Back in 2022, electric vehicles were dominating headlines, and Jeep was all-in with the announcement of the 2026 Jeep Recon 4xe. Designed to capture the spirit of the Wrangler in a fully electric package, the Recon generated buzz with its rugged looks and key off-road features—including removable doors. Jeep promised the same trail-rated capability buyers expect, now in an electric SUV form.
Since then, updates on the Recon have been scarce. Aside from a few camouflaged test models spotted online, not much has been revealed. Jeep had originally stated the Recon would arrive in dealerships by Q3 of 2025—but with that date quickly approaching, questions remain.
The EV landscape is shifting. What was hot in 2022 now faces growing skepticism in 2025. Consumers are beginning to favor more proven, stable platforms. Jeep’s parent company, Stellantis, had doubled down on EVs under former CEO Carlos Tavares, but after lackluster sales of the all-electric Dodge Charger and recent leadership changes, it’s unclear if that aggressive EV push will continue.
On paper, the Recon has all the right ingredients: impressive 0–60 performance, front and rear locking differentials, and a high-torque electric drivetrain. It checks all the boxes for off-road enthusiasts. But capability comes at a cost. Car and Driver estimates a starting price of around $60,000, with top trims pushing into the $80,000 range.
That kind of pricing—combined with high interest rates and economic uncertainty—could make the Recon a tough sell. A high-performance EV that’s less daily-driver friendly might struggle to move off dealer lots, no matter how capable it is on the trail.
So what do you think? Is the Jeep Recon still on your radar? With brands like Scout gearing up to enter the electric off-road space, is an EV SUV still a viable fit for your family’s lifestyle? Let us know in the comments.
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