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When you look at the selection of electric vehicles (EVs) on sale in the United States, most of them are SUVs, and most of those are crossovers without much off-roading capability. That is where the new 2026 Jeep Recon could carve out a niche, and with a starting price of $65,000 (not including the destination charge), this new EV slots neatly between a Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally and a Rivian R1S Dual Standard.
Naturally, Jeep outfits the 2026 Recon with removable doors and rear window glass, giving all five passengers an open air experience. A dual-pane sunroof is standard to enhance that sensation, with a Sky One-Touch Power Top available to immerse occupants in their surroundings.
Those surroundings can be remote locations, too, because the Moab trim level equips the Recon with "Trail Rated" off-roading capability. The Recon goes into production in early 2026 and should be on sale in time for summer trips to the mountains, woods, beach, or desert.
Featuring a boxy, modular design, the Jeep Recon's appearance emphasizes purpose and pleasure over refinement and sophistication.
As expected, the Recon reflects traditional Jeep styling cues such as a seven-slot grille, trapezoidal wheel arches, and Wrangler-inspired taillights framing a swing-out tailgate that carries a spare wheel and tire. Dark protective cladding rings the bottom of the SUV, and a gloss black roof option is available. Jeep promises a vivid yet utilitarian color palette, with a rotating cast of special-edition hues to capture consumer interest.
The more rugged Recon Moab adds even more gloss black exterior detailing, an anti-glare hood graphic, and exclusive badges featuring topographical etching in a subtle nod to the model's off-roading capability.
In the 2026 Recon, Jeep balances the need for modern technology with the durability requirements of a vehicle designed to get wet and dirty inside. So, while it features digital instrumentation and the largest touchscreen infotainment system Jeep has ever offered, it also includes trail-ready components, recycled materials, scuff-resistant surfaces to prevent scratches, and artificial leather for easy clean-up.
Heated, power-adjustable front seats are standard, with ventilated front seats and heated rear seats available as upgrades. The Recon provides flexible storage solutions throughout the cabin, and a 3.0-cubic-foot front trunk enhances the room in the traditional cargo area. Behind the back seat, the Recon provides 30.3 cubic feet of cargo space, which is nearly as much as a Wrangler 4-Door. Fold the back seat down, and the Recon can handle 65.9 cubic feet, less than the Wrangler's 72.4 cubic feet.
Jeep builds the Recon on the same STLA-Large electric vehicle platform it uses for the Wagoneer S. A 100.5-kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery pack powers two 250-kilowatt (kW) electric motors, one for the front wheels and one for the rear wheels. They create a full-time four-wheel drive system, and drivers can choose from Auto, Sport, Snow, and Sand/Mud driving modes.
The Moab offers an estimated 230 miles of range, while other Recons should travel 250 miles. With 650 horsepower and 620 pound-feet of torque, the Recon accelerates to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds (3.6 seconds in Sport mode). Using a DC fast charger, the battery recharges from 5 to 80 percent in about 28 minutes. A 240-volt home charger requires 6.8 hours.
To maximize efficiency, the Recon can run in rear-wheel drive mode on the highway. Travel off-road, and the EV's beefed-up chassis components, locking differential, and steel underbody shields give this Jeep the durability, capability, and protection it needs. Jeep's Selec-Speed off-road cruise control system is also standard.
To ensure the Recon Moab provides "Trail Rated" capability, it features 33-inch all-terrain tires, increased ground clearance to 9.1 inches, and a 15:1 final drive ratio for the rear electric motor. A Rock mode with a hill-hold function is also exclusive to the Moab.
Jeep says the Recon offers 33.8-degree approach, 23.3-degree breakover, and 33.1-degree departure angles. The towing capacity is 3,300 pounds. One concern is the Recon's payload rating, which is a low 850 pounds for people and gear.
The Recon pairs a 12.3-inch digital driver display with a 14.5-inch touchscreen Uconnect 5 infotainment system with embedded climate controls. In addition to driver customization, Jeep says the displays deliver "unmatched" brightness and clarity—two traits necessary for a vehicle that offers significant exposure to the outdoors and sunlight.
Jeep embeds the Trails Offroad app into the infotainment system. It provides a guide to off-road trails across the U.S. and Canada, and now includes pitch and roll data. The navigation system also features Dynamic Range Mapping to help you find a charging station before the battery runs out of juice. An Alpine premium sound system is also standard.
The Recon offers a long list of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Highlights include a surround view camera, a ParkSense automated parking assistance system, intersection turn assistance, and Active Driving Assist. That latter feature combines the adaptive cruise control with lane centering assistance for semi-autonomous highway driving. Because it is not the Hands-Free Active Driving Assist technology, drivers must keep their hands on the steering wheel.
