As Jeep prepares the successor to the Renegade for a 2027 launch, Marco Montepeloso, Head of Jeep Product Planning in Europe, recently spoke with reporters about the model’s future role.
While originally planned as an EV-only, Montepeloso strongly hinted that it will not be the sole option. Mild-hybrid variants with

On November 19, Stellantis unveiled the 2026 Jeep Recon, the first fully electric SUV delivering off-road capability in a fully electric design. It is built on a dedicated EV platform, Jeep Recon combines strong performance with 4xe.
Jeep Recon is powered by front and rear electric drive modules designed by Stellanti

On November 12, as one of the 12 special editions that the company will introduce monthly over the next year, Jeep introduced the Wrangler Moab 392 trim level for 2026, which features a 6.4-liter V8 engine that develops 470 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque, 35-inch all-terrain tires, 4.56 axle ratio, 2.72:1 Selec-Trac full

On November 4, Stellantis announced it is recalling an 320,065 U.S.-market plug-in hybrid SUVs to resolve a potential fire risk. The U.S. action covers 228,2212020-25 Wranglers and 91,844 2022-26 Grand Cherokees.
The company notes also that 20,753 vehicles are affected in Canada, 2,653 in Mexico and 32,238 in certain

On October 30, BorgWarner announced it has solidified an agreement with Stellantis to supply its 50 mm variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbocharger for the OEM’s all-new Hurricane 4 Turbo 4-cylinder gasoline engine, which will debut on the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee (late availability). 
Additionally, BorgWarner will s

On October 29, Stellantis announced that Jeep has started production of the all-new third-generation Compass at Melfi plant in Italy, built on the STLA Medium platform.
The new Compass offers a wide range of powertrains from a 145 hp e-Hybrid and 195 hp plug-in hybrid to fully electric versions with up to 375 hp, all

On October 28, Jeep introduced the refreshed 2026 Grand Cherokee, featuring the all-new 2.0-liter Hurricane 4 Turbo engine. The new powertrain produces 324 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, delivering class-leading fuel efficiency, a 6,200-pound towing capacity, and an estimated 529-mile range. It also debuts the i

On October 24, FISMIC union reported that Stellantis management, trade unions, and plant representatives had a meeting at the Melfi plant to discuss the production ramp-up for upcoming models.
Starting next week, production of the new Jeep Compass will begin with BHEV and MHEV versions, followed by the PHEV version.

On October 22, Stellantis announced it is recalling 24,238 2023-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids in the U.S. following a recent disastrous over-the-air software update that caused range of issues after resetting, including loss of communication and loss of power, including vehicles that completely shut down, or

On October 14, Stellantis MEA unveiled the new Jeep Commander, a seven-seater D-segment SUV in the Middle East region.
Jeep Commander comes with 2.0-litre turbo gasoline engine, which generates output of 272 hp and 400 Nm of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission and a capable 4x4 system.
It includes fe

On October 14, Stellantis announced the 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, with new Jeep brand badging, powerful powertrains, including a range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) application, elevated exterior design and accessible price point under USD 65,000.
The Jeep brand is taking a step to simplify its SUV lineup by fully

Jeep is consolidating its “Wagoneer” and “Grand Wagoneer” lines into one starting with the 2026 model year, according to inside sources. The model will now simply be known as a “Grand Wagoneer,” with long-wheelbase variants affixing an ‘L’ to that name.
The Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer lines, built at the Warren Truck

On September 29, Stellantis announced that the Jeep Avenger will be produced at the Porto Real Automotive Hub in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, reinforcing the plant’s multi-brand capability.
The move is part of a BRL 3 billion investment plan for the facility between 2025 and 2030, which includes boosting production capaci

On September 19, Stellantis told suppliers in a letter that it has canceled the Jeep Gladiator 4xe version amid an ongoing reassessment of its product plans. The company said the cancellation of the plug-in hybrid Gladiator is effective immediately, and all related activities and agreements will be concluded.
“The Je

On August 26, Stellantis MEA unveiled the all-new Jeep Gladiator. The vehicle sets a new benchmark for the bakkie segment with a refreshed design and features tailored for local drivers. The South Africa market gets one version i.e. the Gladiator Rubicon.
The vehicle features 3.6-litre Pentastar V6 engine which gener

On August 26, SoundHound AI, Inc., announced that its Generative AI-powered voice assistant, SoundHound Chat AI Automotive, has been rolled out and is now live and in production in select Jeep vehicles across several European markets.
The integration offers Jeep drivers and passengers greater convenience and connecti

On August 26, Stellantis Brazil announced the start of Jeep Commander exports to the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
More than 500 units are expected to be shipped by the end of the year, marking a strategic step in the company’s global expansion, and r

SoundHound AI has launched its generative AI-powered SoundHound Chat AI Automotive voice assistant in select Jeep vehicles across European markets.
The system blends in-vehicle controls with advanced conversational AI, enabling natural, contextual interactions that go far beyond traditional voice commands like naviga

Jeep unveiled the 2026 Cherokee at an event in Brooklyn, New York on August 21, 2025. The 2026 Cherokee is the sixth generation of the model after a brief discontinuation of the model after the 2023 model year.
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee features a new hybrid powertrain comprised of 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder e

On August 21, 2025, Stellantis introduced a new 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder hybrid engine combined with a hybrid transmission featuring two electric motors. The powertrain will be featured on the sixth-generation 2026 Jeep Cherokee and is expected to produce 210 hp and 230 lb-ft of torque.
The engine has a high