Auburn Hills, Michigan – January 12, 2026 – The Jeep brand unveiled the Jeep Wrangler 85th Anniversary, the third of 12 models planned for the annual Twelve 4 Twelve series, created to mark the manufacturer’s 85th anniversary.
The special edition brings together heritage-inspired visual elements and modern equipment focused on off-road use.
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The launch follows the presentations of the Wrangler Moab 392 in November and the Wrangler Whitecap 2026 in December. According to Jeep, the new version aims to combine historical references with contemporary features while preserving the capability characteristics associated with the model.
Inside, the Wrangler 85th Anniversary features exclusive plaid-pattern finishes on the seats, instrument panel, and center crossbar. The edition also includes specific 85th Anniversary badging, a medallion on the gear shifter, a plaque in the cup holder, and Berber-style floor and cargo mats designed for greater durability in daily and off-road use.
Externally, the model comes with exclusive 17-inch wheels finished in steel oxide paint, bronze tow hooks, commemorative badges and decals in Agave blue, as well as body-color fender flares.
Standard equipment includes the Convenience Group, with heated front seats and steering wheel, remote start and passive keyless entry, a premium Alpine audio system, tinted windows, Gorilla Glass windshield, heated mirrors, and full LED lighting. In terms of safety, the package includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, and automatic braking.
As options, the Wrangler 85th Anniversary can be equipped with a molded hardtop in black or body color. Jeep also offers the option to fit all-terrain tires at no additional cost.
The celebration also extends to the Jeep Gladiator 85th Anniversary, which adopts the same heritage-inspired visual elements applied to the pickup.
Orders for the 2026 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator 85th Anniversary models are now open. The Wrangler starts at $46,300, which is $710 more than a similarly equipped Sport S, excluding the $1,995 destination charge. The Gladiator 85th Anniversary starts at $45,820, with a $1,005 premium over a comparable Sport S, also excluding freight costs.
According to Jeep, additional 85th Anniversary special editions will be announced throughout 2026, covering different models across the brand’s lineup.
Source and images: Jeep | Stellantis. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
