2026 Jeep Wrangler: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2026 Jeep Wrangler is the new Moab 392, a 470-horsepower V8 limited edition built for serious off-road use. This is otherwise a trim-focused update rather than a redesign.
About the 2026 Jeep Wrangler
4th-generation JL (2018-present), ninth model year and third year after the 2024 mid-cycle update
Jeep positions the Wrangler as an open-air, body-on-frame 4WD SUV built around trail capability and personal freedom. Its solid axles, low-range four-wheel drive, removable roof and doors, and extensive factory off-road hardware separate it from road-focused compact SUVs. Two- and four-door bodies broaden its use from recreation-focused runabout to family adventure vehicle, while trims range from simple and durable to comfort-focused, extreme off-road and V8 performance versions.
The 2026 Wrangler lineup ranges from the straightforward Sport to the comfort-focused Sahara and highly specialized Rubicon. The Moab 392 and Willys 392 supply 470-horsepower V8 performance, while the 85th Anniversary Edition adds plaid cabin trim, heated features and premium audio. Every regular trim retains a 12.3-inch touchscreen, and the most trail-focused versions add equipment such as locking differentials and stronger axles.
What changed, by category
2026 Jeep Wrangler specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | V8, HEMI, MDS, 6.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | V8, HEMI, MDS, 6.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Speed 850RE / Automatic, 8-Spd / Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 8-Speed 850RE | Automatic, 8-Speed 850RE / Automatic, 8-Spd / Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 8-Speed 850RE / Automatic, 8-Spd / Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 8-Speed 850RE / Automatic, 8-Spd / Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd 8HP75 | Automatic, 8-Speed 850RE / Automatic, 8-Spd / Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 8-Speed 850RE | Automatic, 8-Spd 8HP75 | Automatic, 8-Speed 850RE |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17–20 mpg | 18–20 mpg | 17–20 mpg | 17–20 mpg | 17–20 mpg | 13 mpg | 17–20 mpg | 18–20 mpg | 13 mpg | 18–20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 22–23 mpg | 22–23 mpg | 22–23 mpg | 22–23 mpg | 22–23 mpg | 16 mpg | 22–23 mpg | 22–23 mpg | 16 mpg | 22–23 mpg |
| Horsepower | 270–285 hp | 270–285 hp | 270–285 hp | 270–285 hp | 270–285 hp | 470 hp | 270–285 hp | 270–285 hp | 470 hp | 270–285 hp |
| Torque | 260–295 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft | 470 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft | 470 lb-ft | 260–295 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000–3500 lb | 3500 lb | 2000–3500 lb | 2000–3500 lb | 2000–3500 lb | 3500 lb | 2000–3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft | 72.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.7–38.3 in | 38.3 in | 35.7–38.3 in | 35.7–38.3 in | 35.7–38.3 in | 38.3 in | 35.7–38.3 in | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 38.3 in |
| Seats | 4–5 | 5 | 4–5 | 4–5 | 4–5 | 5 | 4–5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 4 | 2–4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||||||
| Top View Camera | ||||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||||||||
| Power Retractable Soft Top | ||||||||||
| Side Steps | ||||||||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||||
| 115V Power Outlet | ||||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||||||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2026 Jeep Wrangler?
The biggest change is the new Moab 392 limited edition. It combines a 470-horsepower 6.4-liter V8 with front and rear locking differentials, a disconnecting front stabilizer bar, a lifted suspension and FOX shock absorbers.
Does the 2026 Jeep Wrangler still have a 4xe plug-in hybrid?
No. The 2026 Wrangler lineup is gas-only, with the 4xe plug-in-hybrid trims from 2025 no longer present.
How are the 2026 Moab 392 and Willys 392 different?
The Moab 392 has more specialized rock-crawling hardware, including locking differentials at both axles, a disconnecting front stabilizer bar and a lifted suspension with FOX shock absorbers. The Willys 392 has the same 470-horsepower V8 but uses a locking rear differential and a different mix of heavy-duty trail equipment.
Are the 2026 Wrangler’s doors easier to remove?
Yes. Full-metal doors on the 2026 Wrangler use quicker-release hinges designed to make factory door removal faster and easier.
Is the 2026 Jeep Wrangler a full redesign?
No. The 2026 Wrangler is not a full redesign. Its core styling, touchscreen system and off-road structure carry over, with the main updates centered on special-edition trims and quicker-release door hinges.