The new Jeep Recon and Rivian R2 take different paths, but the real gap shows up in range, price, and off-road priorities
Rivian and Jeep are launching similar electric SUVs this year. The R2 is cheaper than the Recon and offers far more range. Both have similar outputs at launch and other versions are coming. Rivian introduced the highly anticipated R2 last week and a lot of people got sticker shock.
While the company had promised a starting price of around $45,000, the launch model costs $57,990. Price, Performance And Range That’s significantly more expensive than expected, but it looks like a bargain compared to the 2026 Jeep Recon. It starts at $65,000 and has a 100 kWh battery pack that feeds a dual-motor all-wheel drive system producing 650 hp and 620 lb-ft of torque. This enables the model to rocket from 0-60 mph in as little as 3.6 seconds and travel up to 230 miles on a single charge in Moab trim. More: Rivian’s Most Affordable Model Arrives First In Its Most Expensive Form The R2, on the other hand, has an 87.9 kWh battery and a dual-motor all-wheel drive system with 656 hp and 609 lb-ft of torque. Those numbers are nearly identical to the Jeep and so is the 0–60 mph time of 3.6 seconds. The models also offer a similar recharging experience as the Recon’s battery goes from 5-80% in around 28 minutes, while the R2 goes from 10-80% in as little as 29 minutes. However, there’s a big difference as the R2 Performance has 330 miles of range. That’s 100 miles more than the Recon Moab and 80 miles more than future versions of the SUV. Off-Road Chops Speaking of capability, the Recon Moab has 9.1 inches of ground clearance as well as approach, departure, and breakover angles of 33.8, 33.1, and 23.3 degrees. While the R2 sits higher off the ground at 9.6 inches , it offers far less impressive angles of 25, 26, and 20.6 degrees. The Jeep rides on 18-inch wheels wrapped in 33-inch tires, while the Rivian has 21-inch wheels and 32-inch rubber.Size And Cargo Space In terms of size, the Recon measures 193.3 inches long, 87.4 inches wide, and 73.8 inches tall with a wheelbase that spans 112.9 inches . This means it’s 7.4 inches longer than the R2, despite having a 2.7-inch shorter wheelbase. Despite being smaller, the Rivian has more cargo space thanks to a 5.2 cubic foot frunk and a rear cargo compartment that can hold 79.4 cubic feet of luggage. The Recon, on the other hand, has a smaller 3 cubic foot frunk and a boot that holds 65.9 cubic feet of gear. Equipment While the R2 seems to be wiping the floor with the Recon, Jeep has a few tricks up its sleeve. The most notable is doors, rear quarter glass, and swing gate glass that can be removed without tools. This open air experience can further be enhanced by an optional Sky one-touch power top. That sounds a lot more fun than the R2, which has a drop down rear window and a panoramic glass roof. Rivian hasn’t said much about the crossover’s cabin, but buyers will find a Black Crater Signature interior with Birch wood trim. They’re joined by 12-way power front seats with heating and ventilation as well as heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel. Other highlights include a nine-speaker premium audio system and a flashlight integrated into the driver’s door. The Recon's interior looks a little less glamorous, but it has a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.5-inch infotainment system. They’re joined by Capri leatherette front seats with heating and eight-way power adjustment. Other highlights include a dual-zone automatic climate control system, ambient lighting, a wireless smartphone charger, and an 11-speaker Alpine premium audio system. Customers will also be able to get a Comfort Package, which includes ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a digital rearview mirror, and a passenger camera. With all that being said, which one interests you the most?
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