Jeep Australia has confirmed the arrival of the 2026 Jeep Wrangler and 2026 Jeep Gladiator, introducing functional upgrades, expanded colour choices and a limited-run Wrangler 85th Anniversary Special Edition. The updated range continues to focus on off-road capability while adding practical refinements and heritage-inspired details.
What’s new for 2026?
Both the Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator receive updates aimed at improving usability, durability and everyday convenience, without altering their core mechanical setups.
Shared updates across Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator
- Quick-release door hinges
Designed to make door removal faster and easier, reinforcing Jeep’s open-air driving ethos. - Revised interior detailing
New Tungsten-coloured steering wheel stitching replaces the previous red accents, giving the cabin a more cohesive look.
2026 Jeep Wrangler pricing (MSRP)
| Model | Powertrain | MSRP* |
| Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2DR | 2.0L Turbo, 8AT, 4×4 | $81,990 |
| Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4DR | 2.0L Turbo, 8AT, 4×4 | $84,990 |
*Prices include GST and LCT (if applicable), excluding on-road costs.
Jeep Wrangler colour options
- Standard: Bright White
- $1,490 options: Black, Granite Crystal, Firecracker Red, Hydro Blue, ’41
- Limited production colours: Mojito, Anvil, Earl, Joose, Goldilocks, Reign, Tuscadero
Optional extra
- Sky-One-Touch Power Top (4-Door only): $6,450
2026 Jeep Wrangler range and updates
The 2026 Jeep Wrangler is offered in two variants:
- Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2-Door
- Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4-Door
Key Jeep Wrangler Rubicon enhancements
- Steel front bumper is now standard
Previously priced at $3,374, the heavy-duty steel bumper is now included, enhancing durability and value on the trail. - Expanded colour palette
Several heritage colours return for a limited production run during the 2026 model year.
Powertrain and capability
| Specification | Details |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbo-petrol |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rock-Trac® 4×4 system |
| Axles | Dana solid axles with full-float rear axle |
| Underbody Protection | Skid plates |
| Off-road Tech | TrailCam front-facing off-road camera |
| Infotainment | 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
2026 Jeep Gladiator Pricing (MSRP)
| Model | Powertrain | MSRP* |
| Jeep Gladiator Rubicon | 3.6L V6, 8AT, 4×4 | $84,990 |
*Prices include GST and LCT (if applicable), excluding on-road costs.
2026 Jeep Gladiator- What’s changed?
The 2026 Jeep Gladiator returns in Rubicon specification only, maintaining its dual-purpose off-road and utility focus.
Jeep Gladiator Rubicon enhancements
- Remote start system added as standard
- Improved tool and storage solution
A new zippered pouch replaces the previous plastic trays, offering better organisation of roof, door, and windscreen hardware. - Expanded paint options
Limited-run colours return for 2026, including Mojito, Reign and Joose, alongside the new Goldilocks shade.
Powertrain and capability
| Specification | Details |
| Engine | 3.6-litre V6 petrol |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rock-Trac® 4×4 system |
| Capability | Trail-rated hardware for off-road use and load carrying |
Jeep Gladiator colour options
- Standard: Bright White
- $1,145 options: Black, Granite Crystal, Hydro Blue, Anvil, ’41
- Limited production colours: Mojito, Joose, Goldilocks, Reign
Optional extra
- Body-colour 3-piece hard top: $1,950
Jeep Wrangler 85th Anniversary Special Edition
To mark 85 years of the Jeep brand, Jeep Australia has introduced a limited-run Wrangler 85th Anniversary Special Edition, positioned above the standard Rubicon.
This special edition focuses on heritage styling, premium finishes and exclusive design details, while retaining the Wrangler’s core off-road capability.
Interior
- Plaid fabric seats with black leather-accented bolsters
- Plaid dashboard insert
- Bronze 85th Anniversary shifter medallion
- Bronze cupholder plaque
Exterior
- Bronze tow hooks on the steel front bumper
- Bronze 85th Anniversary swing gate plaque
- Blue agave ‘WRANGLER’ bonnet decals
- 17-inch alloy wheels with 85th Anniversary wheel caps
- Complimentary body-coloured fender flares
- Complimentary body-coloured 3-piece hard top
Colours
- Bright White (standard)
- Black (no-cost option)
- Granite Crystal (no-cost option)
Jeep Wrangler 85th Anniversary pricing
| Model | Powertrain | MSRP* |
| Wrangler 85th Anniversary Edition | 2.0L Turbo, 8AT, 4×4 | $88,490 |
*Prices include GST and LCT (if applicable), excluding on-road costs. Overseas model shown.
The bigger picture
With the 2026 updates, Jeep Australia has focused on incremental but meaningful improvements. Practical hardware upgrades, new colour choices and a clearly defined heritage model headline the changes. Importantly, the Wrangler and Gladiator retain the mechanical foundations that underpin Jeep’s trail-rated reputation.
The addition of the Wrangler 85th Anniversary Special Edition adds a celebratory halo to the line-up, appealing to buyers seeking a more distinctive and collectable take on Jeep’s most recognisable nameplate.
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