Stellantis ends Jeep and Chrysler PHEV production in North America
In a statement issued to media, the company said: “Stellantis continually evaluates its product strategy to meet evolving customer needs and regulatory requirements. With customer demand shifting, Stellantis will phase out plug-in hybrid (PHEV) programmes in North America beginning with the 2026 model year, and focus on more competitive electrified solutions, including hybrid and range-extended vehicles where they best meet customer needs.”
The decision brings to a close a technology strategy that had been positioned as central to Jeep’s electrification plans. The Wrangler 4xe was previously promoted as the best-selling plug-in hybrid vehicle in the United States, with Stellantis reporting in 2024 that Jeep and Chrysler models accounted for more than 40 per cent of national PHEV sales.
Stellantis added that the revised approach “reinforces the company’s commitment to offering advanced propulsion systems that maximise efficiency and provide options from internal combustion to hybrid range-extended, and fully electric solutions.”
The company confirmed that future range-extended electric vehicles, including upcoming models based on new architectures, are not affected by the decision.
The discontinuation follows a period of slowing electric vehicle demand in the US, the expiry of federal incentives for EVs and PHEVs in September 2025, and a stop-sale linked to recall campaigns affecting Jeep PHEV models. Stellantis stated that the recall activity “is in no way related” to the decision to end production.
Jeep first introduced plug-in hybrid technology under its 4xe branding in 2020, followed by the Grand Cherokee 4xe in 2021, while Chrysler launched its Pacifica PHEV in 2016.
Stellantis has stated that electrified powertrains remain part of its North American product strategy, with ongoing development of battery-electric and range-extended vehicle platforms across its brands. The company has also confirmed that Jeep will continue to offer fully electric models, including the Wagoneer S and Recon, following the discontinuation of its plug-in hybrid range.
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