Recon has not been mentioned as one the three models currently being studied for South African introduction in 2026.
Its future having been shrouded in mystery since debuting as an almost production-ready concept three years ago, Jeep has finally removed the wraps from the all-electric Recon as its second EV after the Wagoneer S.
Fundamentals
Devised as an indirect electric take on the Wrangler, the boxy-styled Recon is, however, positioned below the Wagoneer S as more of an off-road than on-road option.
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Based on parent company Stellantis’ STLA Large platform, the Recon’s dimensions weren’t revealed, however, Jeep has confirmed a ground clearance of up to 231 mm, a breakover angle of 23.3-degrees, departure of 33.1-degrees and an approach of 33.8-degrees.
‘Go-anywhere electric Jeep’
Able to have its doors and roof removed similar to the Wrangler, the Recon’s 400-volt architecture involves motivation coming from a 100-kWh battery pack powering a pair of electric motors on the front and rear axles.
A layout that makes its four-wheel drive from the start, the dual-motor setup produces a combined 478kW/840Nm, which translates to a range of 400 km and 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds.
As part of its off-road hardware, the Recon has an electronically locking rear differential, a disconnect function for the front axle, and a bespoke suspension layout Jeep says strikes a balance between on-road and off-road comfort.
Still standard is the Selec-Terrain system, but with four EV-optimised settings: Auto, Sport, Sand and Snow, with a Rock function featuring on the ultra-hardcore off-road Moab derivative.
Outside and in
In terms of features, the interior has been styled to incorporate elements from the Wrangler, but more so of the Wagoneer S.
As such, the Recon has more premium materials, a brand-new 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a model specific 14.5-inch infotainment system with the latest Uconnect 5 operating system.
Not for us
On-sale from early 2026, production will take place alongside the Wagoneer S and incoming all-new Cherokee at the Toluca plant in Mexico, with a price tag of $65 000 (R1 120 690).
>Unsurprisingly, the Recon has not been earmarked for South Africa as one of the three currently “understudy” models tipped for market introduction next year.
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