Jeep Recon, official debut for electric suv with 650 hp and 450 km range

Produced in Toluca starting in early 2026, with a possible arrival in Europe by the end of the year, the Recon claims 650 horsepower, 840 Nm of torque, 0-100 km/h acceleration covered in just 3.7 seconds, and an estimated range of 450 kilometres thanks to a 100 kWh 400-volt battery protected by a series of high-strength steel underbody shields. The propulsion system is based on Stellantis-designed front and rear electric drive modules (Edm), each rated at 250 kW, providing electric four-wheel drive as standard and instant torque on demand. Each Edm integrates electric motor, gears and power electronics in a compact unit. The drive system delivers 840 Nm of torque, all available almost instantaneously, without having to wait for the engine revs to rise as in conventional engines. Jeep engineers have calibrated the Recon's throttle to deliver torque in a controlled and precise manner, ideal for off-road driving. On the Moab trim, the rear Edm module adopts a 15:1 final drive ratio for increased torque multiplication, useful in the most demanding conditions. There is an electronic lockable differential that ensures torque transmission to both rear wheels when activated, switching from open to fully locked. The front Edm uses a final ratio of 11:1 with the differential open. It is possible to remove traction from the front axle, using only the rear axle to improve efficiency.

Jeep Recon Moab

The suspension - with short and long arms at the front and integral linkage at the rear - increases the tyre contact area, providing the right balance between on-road use and off-road capability. Standard suspension and 33-inch tyres on the Moab trim provide 24 cm of ground clearance. They include a 34° approach angle, 34.5° departure angle and 23.5° bump angle. The Selec-Terrain system found on all versions adds Rock mode for the Moab trim (along with Auto, Sport, Snow, Sand), with specific software calibrations to make the most of the potential of the electric powertrain. Rock mode adjusts throttle response to handle rough terrain, allowing for two-pedal driving. It also includes a hill hold function, which allows the driver to switch from brake to accelerator without the vehicle moving. In addition, the Recon is equipped on all trims with low-speed Selec-Speed Control to cope with challenging climbs and descents: once activated, it maintains the set speed, leaving the driver to manage the steering alone. The Moab trim will be offered exclusively in the US and Canada, confirming Jeep's commitment to offering region-specific performance and design. However, a change in strategy (as happened in the past with the Jeep Avenger initially expected to be electric and manual petrol only) based on the demands of the various markets cannot be ruled out.

Jeep Recon interior

Climb aboard the Recon and you will appreciate the combination of off-road solutions and the high level of technology at the service of off-road driving. One example? The new Trails Offroad app, exclusive to Jeep, which offers a complete guide to the trails of the United States and Canada, now with slope and roll mapping. Optimised bev pages, meanwhile, provide real-time data on charge status, while TomTom's Dynamic Range Mapping helps plan trips by showing where and when to recharge.

The horizontal layout, characterised by the passenger handle and symmetrical dashboard, features details such as the modular accessory track above the dashboard, ideal for mounting cameras or navigators, and textured scratch-resistant surfaces. A new 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster with customisable menus and modern graphics arrives, combined with a 14.5-inch horizontal touchscreen, the largest ever offered on a Jeep, from which to operate the Uconnect 5 infotainment system with integrated Alexa, featuring graphics with large digital buttons for all-terrain use.