by Six Unique Concepts from Jeep and Mopar
Every year, Jeep impresses car enthusiasts with specially prepared vehicles for the Moab desert in Utah, showcasing the off-road and tuning capabilities of its production models. In 2026, marking the 60th anniversary Easter Jeep Safari event, the brand, together with the Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) accessories division from Mopar, presented a full six concept cars. This event also coincides with the 85th anniversary of the Jeep brand itself.
All presented vehicles received modifications for various types of active recreation: long expeditions, rock crawling, sporting adventures, or even serious repairs off-road. Interestingly, none of the 2026 concepts are fully electric or plug-in hybrids, which may indicate the current priorities of the parent company Stellantis.
Anvil 715: A Powerful Overlander
This concept is based on the four-door Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon and is positioned as the perfect overlanding vehicle. Its most striking feature is the redesigned front end, inspired by the boxy off-roaders of the 1960s SJ series. The car received steel bumpers, a one-piece roof with skylights and a roof rack.
Under the hood of the Anvil 715 hides a powerful 6.4-liter 392 HEMI V8 engine. The equipment also includes off-road tires, an onboard air system for tire inflation, and inside the cabin — special trim, a bedliner-coated floor, smart storage systems, and a separate screen for the Trails Off-Road navigation system.
XJ Pioneer: A Nostalgic Restomod
This concept celebrates the return of the legendary Cherokee name. It is built on the basis of the first-generation XJ model from 1984. The car retains the authentic design with chrome bumpers and halogen headlights but received modern carbon fiber wheel arches to accommodate larger wheels.
Modifications include a 2-inch suspension lift, underbody protection, and 17-inch wheels with 33-inch off-road tires. The interior is fully styled in 1980s fashion with saddle-colored materials and fabric upholstery.
Trail Rig 4×4: A Worker for Off-Road
This concept based on the Gladiator Rubicon is created not for show, but for real work. It is intended as a support vehicle for the Red Rock 4-Wheelers club to assist in maintaining and restoring trails, ensuring the accessibility of public lands.
The off-roader is equipped with 17-inch wheels with beadlock rims, 37-inch tires, and a 3-inch lift kit. The bed features an active cargo system by Leitner Designs with adjustable LED lighting and containers, as well as a slide-out tray for easier cargo access. The powertrain is the familiar 3.6-liter V6.
Buzzcut: Sporty Character
Perhaps the sportiest concept in this year’s lineup. It is built on the basis of the two-door Wrangler and painted in a bright “Vitamin Orange” color with black accents. The car received a shortened roof with a raked rear window and flat fenders.
Off-road equipment includes a 2-inch lift, 37-inch tires, steel bumpers, a Warn winch, a snorkel, and additional LED spotlights on the grille, hood, and roof. The interior features sport seats, a custom roll cage, and a secure gear storage system instead of the rear bench.
Grand Wagoneer Commander: Luxury and Power
The largest concept in the lineup is based on the luxurious Grand Wagoneer, combining a premium interior with a powerful off-road character. It received the Commander name, which has already been used for another model in the markets of South America, India, and Japan.
The exterior is executed in a stealth style: black paint, custom graphics on the sides, matching underbody protection, and LED spotlights on the roof. The Grand Wagoneer Commander rides on black 20-inch alloy wheels with 35-inch tires, fully retaining all the comfortable and technological features of the original cabin.
Wrangler Laredo: Back to Basics
The final concept is the four-door Wrangler Laredo, described as a “simple, driver-focused, and intentionally analog” vehicle. Its exterior combines a white body color with beige graphics and chrome wheels. Its signature feature is a beige roof with a drip-paint effect and a mechanical Sky Slider sunroof.
The off-roader is powered by the standard 3.6-liter V6 engine paired with a manual transmission. Also installed are a 2-inch lift, 37-inch tires, and an onboard air system. Inside, the carpets have been replaced with vinyl, and the seats and dashboard are upholstered in retro-style fabric.
The presented six concepts clearly demonstrate what Jeep is focused on in its anniversary year: the development of traditional technologies, honoring the brand’s history, and creating unique, specialized vehicles for various types of active recreation. The absence of electric vehicles in the lineup can be seen as a strategic pause, allowing the company to focus on refining proven solutions and preparing for future market changes. Each of these cars is not just a designer’s fantasy, but a testing ground for technologies and ideas that may find their way into production models, strengthening Jeep’s reputation as the undisputed leader in the world of off-road vehicles.
