Jeep has just lifted the veil on the Recon, a model we’ve been eagerly awaiting for quite some time.
The model’s first impression is promising, especially when it comes to styling and capability. Jeep has placed even more emphasis on off-road driving than expected, which is excellent news for adventure enthusiasts.
100% Electric
As expected, Jeep has opted for a fully electric powertrain for the Recon. It delivers a total of 650 horsepower and 620 pound-feet of torque, allowing it to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in under 3.7 seconds. The automaker also claims a range of around 250 miles—just over 400 kilometers—on a full charge.
Where the American manufacturer scores major points is in the vehicle’s body design, as both the roof and doors can be removed with ease. The Recon is the first fully electric vehicle to offer this feature. Jeep absolutely nailed the styling of its new SUV, which is both elegant and imposing. It also gets modern LED lighting inspired by the Wrangler.
Inside, the cabin has been designed to be both functional and comfortable, with adaptable elements and storage everywhere you need it. The digital instrument cluster uses a 12.3-inch display, which is already impressive, but the infotainment screen goes even further at 14.5 inches.
The Recon will undoubtedly be a highly capable off-road machine thanks to Jeep’s advanced driver-assist technologies as well as its physical attributes. In its Moab version, the model offers 9.4 inches of ground clearance, a 34-degree approach angle, and a 34.5-degree departure angle—excellent numbers.
According to the manufacturer, production of the 2026 Jeep Recon is expected to begin early in 2026. The model will first be offered in the United States and here in Canada. I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait to get behind the wheel of Jeep’s newest addition and put it to the test on the road—but especially beyond the beaten path.
Jean-Sébastien Poudrier
