Jeep Recon | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Jeep (Stellantis North America) |
Production | 2024 (to commence) |
Model years | 2024–present |
Assembly | Mexico: Toluca (TCA) [1] |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Mid-size SUV |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Platform | STLA Large |
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2024 Jeep Recon, Stellantis |
The Jeep Recon is a battery electric mid-size SUV [2] set to be produced by Jeep in 2024. Revealed in a set of images in September 2022 alongside two other Jeep models, it is an off-road-oriented SUV that is heavily inspired by the Wrangler, and will be sold alongside it. [3] The Recon name was previously used for a variant of the Wrangler. [4]
It is based on the STLA Large platform, with fully independent suspension. [5] The vehicle will have removable doors, retractable roof, electronic locking differentials, Selec-Terrain traction management functions, skid plates, tow hooks, off-road-rated tires, and underbody protection. [6] It will be produced in North America and will be available for the global market. [2] [3]
The Jeep Recon is slated for production at the Toluca Car Assembly plant in Toluca, Mexico, with manufacturing expected to commence in late 2024. The vehicle is anticipated to arrive in U.S. dealerships in 2025. [7]
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