Jeep said the Recon was “inspired by the legendary Wrangler,” but it looks more like a Ford Bronco. With its debut expected any day now, Jeep’s new electric SUV was spotted on a car carrier, revealing a familiar look.
Jeep’s new electric SUV is coming for the Ford Bronco
The Recon was one of four electric SUVs unveiled in 2022 as part of Jeep’s plans to become “the global Zero-Emission SUV leader.”
It started with the Avenger, a compact electric SUV in Europe, followed by the Wagoneer S, a larger, luxury model that’s rolling out globally.
Next up will be the Recon. Jeep’s new electric SUV is set to make its first official appearance by the end of the year, but we’re already getting a sneak peek at the Ford Bronco lookalike.
The Recon is “designed from the ground up to be 100% Jeep4x4 and 100% zero emission,” but Jeep promises it will offer much more. With Jeep’s Selec-Terrain traction control system and an open-air feel, it was expected to arrive as an electric sibling to the Wrangler, but the latest spy photos show it could take the form of a rival.
With its official debut coming up, Jeep’s new electric SUV was spotted on a car carrier with barely any camouflage, and it looks just like a Ford Bronco.
The new video from KindelAuto gives us our closest look at the Recon yet — and from what we can see, it’s shaping up to be one sharp-looking SUV.
Jeep actually took a jab at the Ford Bronco during the Super Bowl last year, previewing the Recon racing past a Ford Bronco on an off-road trail. At the end, Harrison Ford joked, “This Jeep makes me happy, even though my name is Ford.”
Jeep’s former CEO, Christian Meunier, claimed the Recon will have “the capability to cross the mighty Rubicon Trail, one of the most challenging off-road trails in the US.”
Perhaps, even more importantly, Meunier added that the electric SUV will “reach the end of the trail with enough range to drive back to town and recharge.
Jeep maker Stellantis filed a patent in May for a unique three-speed gearbox for electric vehicles, which could debut in the Recon. The new unit is designed to deliver enhanced off-road performance without compromising driving range.
Based on the same STLA Large platform as the Wagoneer S, the Recon is expected to arrive with a driving range of at least 300 miles. Like the Wrangler, it will likely be offered with several trims, including a Willys, Overland, and Moab model.
The Jeep Recon EV is scheduled to go on sale later this year as a 2026 model year. Prices are expected to start at around $60,000. More expensive trims, like the Moab, could cost upwards of $80,000.
What do you think of the Recon? Can Jeep’s new electric SUV go head-to-head with the Ford Bronco? We will learn more later this year. Check back for the latest.
Source: KindelAuto, JeepReconForum
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