The upcoming 2027 Jeep Wrangler will feature enhanced capabilities and will be completely electric

 Get ready for a new era of the iconic Jeep Wrangler, as the next-generation model is expected to be exclusively electric. Our exclusive image provides a glimpse into what the vehicle could potentially look like.

Jeep is making steady progress towards full electrification. This year, the company will introduce the small all-electric Avenger in the UK, which will be followed by the large luxury Wagoneer S and the Wrangler-inspired Jeep Recon in 2024, both of which are expected to hit the UK in 2025.

According to Jeep CEO Christian Meunier, the next-generation Wrangler, the company's iconic off-road vehicle, will not only be all-electric but also even more capable off the road than the current model. Meunier confirmed that the electrification of the Wrangler would not compromise its off-road ability, and the new model will sit on the brand's Trail Rating scale, which measures five key off-roading attributes: traction, water fording, manoeuvrability, wheel articulation, and ground clearance.

Meunier also revealed that the company plans to push the Trail Rating of the Wrangler to 12, which is higher than the current scale of 10. Jeep's electrification efforts are well-received by its customers, with Meunier stating that in the first quarter of the year, 38% of all Wranglers sold were electrified 4xe models, a figure he expects to rise to 50 or 60% by the end of the year.

While Jeep moves towards full electrification across its range, Meunier assured Jeep enthusiasts that battery power would not affect the off-road capability of the vehicles. On the contrary, electrification would make a Jeep more capable, providing more torque, smoother, and more precise driving. A new Wrangler is expected to make use of parent company Stellantis' STLA Large all-electric platform, and it's unlikely to be unveiled before 2027.