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2026 Jeep Recon vs. 2027 Rivian R2: Electric SUV Comparison
2026 Jeep Recon Moab and 2027 Rivian R2 compete in electric SUV performance and price.
In brief
2026 Jeep Recon Moab and 2027 Rivian R2 compete in electric SUV performance and price. The 2027 Rivian R2 wins with better range, lower price, and comparable performance to the 2026 Jeep Recon Moab. Originally reported by Car and Driver.
Incumbency Challenge
Jeep has decades of SUV experience but is new to EVs, while Rivian launched just five years ago with all EVs.
Rivian R2 Pricing
The 2027 Rivian R2 Performance trim with Launch package costs $61,485, including $2,000 Launch Green paint.
Jeep Recon Pricing
The 2026 Jeep Recon Moab base price is $68,990, with our tester at $73,345 after options.
Rivian R2 Design
The R2 features Rivian’s signature ovoid headlights and a clean, modern style with no divisive styling.
Jeep Recon Design
The Recon has a square, tall profile with a bulldog-like front bumper and a drag coefficient of 0.404.
Interior Comparison
The Recon has more user-friendly features like hard buttons and knobs, while the R2 minimizes physical controls.
Powertrain Performance
The R2 delivers 656 horsepower and 609 pound-feet of torque for a 3.5-second 60-mph time and 11.4-second quarter-mile.
Jeep Powertrain
The Jeep provides 670 horsepower and 620 pound-feet of torque, with a 3.5-second 60-mph time and 11.8-second quarter-mile.
Range Testing
The R2 achieves 260 miles at 75 mph, while the Recon only manages 160 miles in real-world highway driving.
Charging Speed
The R2 charges from 10 to 90 percent in 39 minutes, slightly faster than the Jeep’s 43 minutes.
Handling
The R2 holds 0.81 g of grip on the skidpad, while the Jeep manages 0.74 g.
Off-Road Capability
The Recon has 9.1 inches of ground clearance and 33-inch tires, while the R2 has 9.6 inches and 32-inch tires.
Rivian’s One-Pedal Drive
The R2 mandates one-pedal driving, which Rivian insists on but may be too aggressive for some drivers.
Winner Determination
The R2 wins with better range, lower price, and comparable performance to the Jeep.
What it means
The 2027 Rivian R2 wins with better range, lower price, and comparable performance to the 2026 Jeep Recon Moab.
