2026 Jeep Recon: Manahawkin Pricing & Leasing Guide

Start with the MSRP

There's only one number to anchor on: $65,000 for the Moab trim, before the $1,995 destination charge, taxes, title, and registration. That's the whole 2026 Recon price ladder, since Moab is the only trim Jeep is currently selling. Factory packages, Comfort, Trailer Tow, the power Sky top, and the Gloss Black roof, add to that base price; current package pricing moves with production, so it's worth confirming with the dealership rather than assuming a number. The dealer sets the actual selling price, as with any new vehicle, and current specials post on the specials page.

New Jersey's ZEV sales tax exemption is gone

New Jersey used to fully exempt zero-emission vehicles from state sales tax, a real selling point for EV shoppers for years. That exemption was repealed by state law in 2024 and phased out through mid-2025: vehicles sold between October 2024 and July 2025 paid a reduced half-rate, and as of July 1, 2025, EVs sold or leased in New Jersey pay the full 6.625% sales tax, the same rate as a gas-powered Wrangler or Ram. A Recon Moab buyer in Manahawkin today shouldn't plan around the old EV tax break; it simply isn't there anymore.

New Jersey's EV registration surcharge

Layered on top of the sales-tax change is a separate annual state fee specific to electric vehicles: $270 for 2026, part of a schedule that started at $250 in 2024 and climbs $10 each year through 2028. New vehicle registrations in New Jersey are billed four years of registration fees upfront, so a new Recon buyer sees roughly $1,080 in EV surcharge alone folded into the initial registration cost, on top of the state's standard base registration fee. It's a real line item worth budgeting for, distinct from sales tax and easy to overlook if a buyer is only comparing MSRPs.

Where the federal EV credit actually stands

The federal $7,500 credit for new EVs (and the $4,000 credit for used EVs) ended for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025, following the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed in July 2025. That means a 2026 Recon purchased today doesn't come with that federal credit attached, regardless of what older articles or forum posts about EV incentives might still say. A federal deduction on auto loan interest for American-made vehicles took effect separately and may apply depending on financing and where a vehicle is assembled; state, utility, or manufacturer incentives can also shift month to month. None of that is assumed anywhere on this page. The straightforward move is asking the Manahawkin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram finance team what's currently active before running any numbers that depend on it.

Lease or buy an electric Jeep?

The calculus on a Recon leans differently than it does on a gas Wrangler. Leasing an EV can appeal to buyers who want to stay current as battery and charging technology keeps moving, and who'd rather not own a specific pack of cells past its most competitive years. Buying suits drivers planning high annual mileage, road trips that would rack up per-mile lease overage charges, or anyone who wants to build ownership equity in a vehicle they intend to keep well past a typical lease term. Because Recon is a single-trim, brand-new nameplate, there isn't yet a deep well of resale or residual-value history the way there is for an established model, which is itself a factor worth weighing for buyers leaning toward a lease's built-in exit.

What buyers say about the process here

The dealership's reputation for straightforward numbers shows up across its reviews regardless of which vehicle a buyer walked in for. Matt Curtis wrote: "The absolute best vehicle buying experience I have ever had. My salesperson, Rich Del Vecchio, was OUTSTANDING! Excellent customer service and communication from start to finish. No baloney and completely transparent." It's not a Recon purchase specifically, since none have happened yet, but it's the same sales and finance process a Recon buyer will go through, tax and registration math included.

Frequently asked questions

What will the 2026 Jeep Recon cost?

$65,000 MSRP for the Moab trim, $66,995 with the $1,995 destination charge, before New Jersey's 6.625% sales tax, title, registration, and the state's annual EV surcharge.

Does New Jersey still exempt EVs from sales tax?

No. That exemption was repealed and fully phased out as of July 1, 2025. A 2026 Recon pays the same 6.625% rate as any gas vehicle sold in the state.

Is there a federal tax credit for a 2026 Jeep Recon?

Not currently. The federal $7,500 new-EV credit expired for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. Ask the finance team about any active state, utility, or manufacturer incentives instead.

Is it a good idea to lease a Jeep like the Recon?

It can be, especially for buyers who want to stay current with EV technology or aren't ready to commit to long-term ownership of a brand-new nameplate's first model year. Buyers planning high mileage or long-term ownership often come out ahead buying instead. Run both structures on actual numbers before deciding.

How do I get a real Recon quote near Long Beach Island?

Bring financing preference, trade details if applicable, and any package interest to Manahawkin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram on Route 72, or start the conversation online.

The bottom line

Recon pricing itself is refreshingly simple, one trim, one MSRP, but New Jersey's EV-specific tax and fee rules changed enough recently that last year's assumptions about EV costs don't hold anymore. Budget for the full sales tax rate and the annual EV surcharge, don't assume a federal credit applies, and confirm what's currently active before finalizing numbers.