Jeep Quietly Halts PHEV Production in North America Starting 2026, What's Up?

Jeep Wrangler 4xe.(Photo: Jeep)

JAKARTA - The shocking news comes from Stellantis, one of its popular brands Jeep is reportedly quietly stopping production of the PHEV line in North America.

According to a report from Carscoops, quoted, Friday, January 9, a spokesperson said this was done because of shifting customer demand.

"Stellantis will gradually discontinue the PHEV program in North America starting in 2026," the company said.

The spokesperson revealed that in the same year, it will focus on more competitive electrification solutions, which are indeed the most suitable solutions for customer needs.

This is a big change as it marks the end of production of the Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe as well as the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. It seems that the Dodge Hornet plug-in hybrid will also be discontinued, which may not be too surprising given that the similar Alfa Romeo Tonale is switching to a gasoline engine only for 2026.

Although Stellantis has effectively stopped production of PHEVs in North America, the reason likely goes beyond supply and demand.

As is known, Jeep's PHEV models have been recalled several times due to fires, and new models have been held due to a sales suspension order.

Stellantis is not giving up on electrification, however. On the contrary, the redesigned Jeep Cherokee comes standard with a 1.6-liter turbo hybrid engine. The company is also working on a version with an extended range for the Grand Wagoneer and Ram 1500.