Is that a Jeep or the Ford Bronco? Jeep’s Wrangler-inspired electric SUV was spotted with a familiar look with its official debut just around the corner. Check out the latest spy photos of the Jeep Recon EV, including a first look at the interior below.
Although Jeep’s first electric SUV, the Wagoneer S, is arriving at US dealerships, many are even more excited about its second EV.
Jeep says the Recon is “inspired by the legendary Wrangler.” It was first introduced in 2022 as part of Jeep’s new global EV lineup.
The rugged electric SUV is designed to conquer any terrain, but with zero emissions and in near silence. Like the Wrangler, it will have options like removable doors and windows. Former Jeep brand CEO Christan Meunier said the Recon could “cross the mighty Rubicon Trail,” known as one of the toughest off-road trails in the US.
Not only that, Meunier claimed it can “reach the end of the trail with enough range to drive back to town and recharge.”
Ahead of its official debut, we’ve caught a glimpse of the electric SUV a few times. Last March, the first images of the Recon EV Moab 4xe leaked out of a dealer event.
Check out the new Jeep Recon EV spy photos
More recently, it was spotted with hardly any camouflage, revealing even more of a Ford Bronco-like design. After new spy photos surfaced online, the Jeep Recon EV is looking more and more like its rival as it nears its debut.
The new images from JeepReconForum reveal a prototype being tested in Michigan. It retains much of the design shown in the concept, with a rugged, boxy profile.
For the first time, the interior was almost completely uncovered. A large infotainment screen is at the center, with a smaller driver display screen. HVAC controls have also been added under the infotainment screen for easy access. Jeep included a grab bar for front passengers to give it a Wrangler-like feel.
After promising that the Recon will have “True trail-rated” capabilities with its Selec-Terrain system, it looks like Jeep will deliver.
Below the control knob, a red panel appears to be the traction interface system. Although only “Rock” and “Mud” are visible, the Recon is also expected to feature other settings like Snow, Sport, Track, and Tow modes. You can check out all the images on JeepReconForum.
The display shows 147 miles of range at 66% battery charge, suggesting around 200 miles of range. However, with the Wagoneer S promising over 300 miles range, you can expect it to be around the same, if not slightly less.
Jeep’s CEO, Antonio Filosa, confirmed that the Recon EV will use the STLA Large platform, the same one that underpins the Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger Electric.
The rugged new SUV is set to debut in early 2025. Pricing and specs will be revealed closer to launch, but Jeep’s Recon EV is expected to start at around $60,000. More expensive trims, like the Rubicon or Sahara, could cost upwards of $80,000.
Source: JeepReconForum