Automotive
Jeep Recon launches with increased horsepower, lower range estimates, and early dealer discounts
The all-electric off-roader is hitting the market with more power than anticipated but a shorter driving range as dealerships begin offering initial markdowns.
The short version
- Jeep's all-electric Recon is finally launching at dealerships, featuring 670 horsepower, which is 20 horsepower more than previously projected.
- The vehicle's estimated driving range has decreased to 240 miles for the Overland trim and 222 miles for the Moab launch trim.
- Despite a starting price of $68,990 for the 2026 Recon Moab, several dealerships have already introduced early discounts amid broader Stellantis EV sales concerns.
Key facts
- The Jeep Recon's dual-motor setup produces 670 horsepower, an increase of 20 horsepower over previous expectations, while maintaining 620 pound-feet of torque.[Jalopnik]
- The estimated range for the Overland trim has dropped from 250 miles to 240 miles, while the Moab launch trim's estimated range fell from 230 miles to 222 miles.[Jalopnik]
- Built on a 400-volt architecture, the vehicle features a 110.5-kWh battery pack and a reported 5%-to-80% charge time of 28 minutes.[Jalopnik]
- The 2026 Recon Moab is priced at launch at $68,990, a figure that includes destination fees and a mandatory $1,995 Sky One-Touch Power-Top.[Jalopnik]
- Dealerships in California, Florida, and Ohio have already listed initial discounts on the vehicle ranging from $500 to $720.[Jalopnik]
What remains uncertain
- The exact timing of physical delivery to dealership lots is unclear, as early AutoTrader listings contained no real-life photos of the vehicles.[Jalopnik]