{"id":366,"date":"2026-03-26T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/?p=366"},"modified":"2026-03-26T15:03:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T15:03:56","slug":"every-2026-easter-jeep-safari-concept-is-missing-the-same-thing-under-the-hood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/26\/every-2026-easter-jeep-safari-concept-is-missing-the-same-thing-under-the-hood\/","title":{"rendered":"Every 2026 Easter Jeep Safari Concept Is Missing The Same Thing Under The Hood"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><img width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Jeep-Safari-Concepts-2026-main-1024x576-1.jpg\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Jeep and Mopar celebrate the 60th Easter Jeep Safari with six concepts.<\/li>\n<li>Advanced overlanding tech and trail repair gear headline the lineup.<\/li>\n<li>It includes Wrangler, Gladiator, Grand Wagoneer, and XJ Cherokee builds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>It&rsquo;s that time of year again, when Jeep storms the Moab Desert in Utah with custom builds designed to showcase the off-road and tuning potential of its production models. Now in its 60th year, the Easter Jeep Safari has become something of a proving ground for the brand&rsquo;s most imaginative hardware. For the 2026 edition, the company has dropped a fleet of six <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/jeep-concepts\/\">concepts<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"><\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;0f7e3106-c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The lineup, created with help from Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/Mopar\">Mopar<\/a>, is a nod to the brand&rsquo;s 85th anniversary. The modifications are tailored for long-range overlanding, rock crawling, sporty adventures, and heavy-duty trail maintenance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2026\/03\/jeep-gladiator-wrangler-rockslide\/\">Jeep&rsquo;s Wrangler And Gladiator Rockslide Into Jeans<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>What <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/04\/jeep-easter-safari-concepts-retro-weird\/\">stands out this year is what&rsquo;s missing<\/a>. None of the 2026 concepts go fully electric or even plug-in hybrid, which says quite a bit about where Stellantis is currently placing its bets. With that in mind, here&rsquo;s a closer look at each concept, starting with the ones that make the biggest impression.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement extra__ad_tbl\">\n<div id=\"ea4d4b5a-f8e5-4d5d-9d9a-53a3b956b6cd\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"44c0a4dc-e25b-4ba5-ac64-2c510461b92a\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform === &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;ea4d4b5a-f8e5-4d5d-9d9a-53a3b956b6cd&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else{<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;44c0a4dc-e25b-4ba5-ac64-2c510461b92a&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<p>The Anvil 715 is an overlander based on the four-door <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/jeep-wrangler\">Wrangler<\/a> Unlimited Rubicon. Its most striking feature is the redesigned nose, inspired by the boxy SJ-Series Jeeps of the 1960s. The off-roader is fitted with steel bumpers and a non-removable roof featuring skylights and a roof rack.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2026\/02\/the-v8-powered-jeep-wrangler-just-got-10000-cheaper\/\">The V8-Powered Jeep Wrangler Just Got $10,000 Cheaper<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Under the hood lies the 6.4-liter 392 HEMI V8, paired with beefier tires and an onboard air system with quick-disconnect fittings. The interior features custom upholstery, bed-liner flooring, storage solutions, and a Trails Off-Road mapping system on a dedicated screen.<\/p>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<p>Marking the return of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/jeep-Cherokee\/\">Cherokee<\/a> nameplate, the XJ Pioneer concept is based on the first-generation model from 1984. The restomod stays true to the original design, with chrome bumpers and halogen headlights, though carbon fender flares have been added to accommodate larger wheels.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;bb7964e9-07de-4b06-a83e-ead35079d53c&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;9b1169d9-7a89-4971-a77f-1397f7588751&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2026\/03\/jeep-85th-anniversary-editions\/\">Jeep&rsquo;s Latest 85th Anniversary Editions Miss Out On The Coolest Feature<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/tuning\">Modifications <\/a>include a 2-inch suspension lift, rock rails, and 17-inch wheels wrapped in 33-inch all-terrain tires. The interior comes straight out of the 1980s, with saddle-colored materials and cloth upholstery.<\/p>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<p>Designed as a &ldquo;true workhorse&rdquo; rather than a showpiece, this custom Gladiator Rubicon is a dedicated donation vehicle for the Red Rock 4-Wheelers club. Its purpose is to help protect and preserve the trails, ensuring continued access to public lands.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2026\/02\/jeep-embraces-the-past-with-retro-gladiator-whitecap\/\">Jeep Embraces The Past With Retro Gladiator Whitecap<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"ad-placement\">\n<div id=\"e46c436a-adeb-4b5e-a2c7-56bc36561c10\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<div id=\"b25ecba7-3bbb-4ea7-a3a8-dbea91695c07\" class=\"_ap_apex_ad\"> <\/div>\n<p> \t\t\t\tvar adpushup = window.adpushup  = window.adpushup || {que:[]};<br \/>\n         \t\tadpushup.que.push(function() {<br \/>\n             \t\tif (adpushup.config.platform !== &#8220;DESKTOP&#8221;){<br \/>\n    \t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;b25ecba7-3bbb-4ea7-a3a8-dbea91695c07&#8221;);<br \/>\n             \t\t} else {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tadpushup.triggerAd(&#8220;e46c436a-adeb-4b5e-a2c7-56bc36561c10&#8221;);<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t}<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/trucks\">truck<\/a> rides on 17-inch beadlock wheels wrapped in 37-inch tires and features a 3-inch lift kit. The rear bed holds a Leitner Designs active cargo system rack with adjustable lights and storage containers, plus a bedslide rolling truck bed cargo tray for easier access. Power comes from the familiar 3.6-liter V6.<\/p>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<p>The Buzzcut is likely the sportiest concept in this year&rsquo;s lineup. Based on the two-door Wrangler, it&rsquo;s finished in Vitamin C Orange with black accents and Satin Titanium wheels. It also features a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2024\/03\/jeep-brings-4-concepts-to-easter-safari-including-vacationeer-camper\/\">chopped roof<\/a> with an inclined rear window and flat fenders.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2026\/01\/the-18k-jeep-wrangler-clone-you-cant-have-just-got-better-looking\/\">You Can Buy Four Of These Wrangler Clones For One Jeep And Still Have Cash Left<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Off-road equipment includes a 2-inch lift kit, 37-inch tires, steel bumpers, a Warn winch, a snorkel, and additional LEDs mounted on the grille, hood, and roof. Inside, there&rsquo;s a pair of performance seats, a custom roll bar, and a Diabolical Slipstream security enclosure featuring a lockable drawer storage system in place of the rear bench.<\/p>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<p>The largest build <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2025\/10\/2026-jeep-grand-wagoneer-hybrid-redesign-power-upgrade\/\">is based on the Grand Wagoneer<\/a>, combining a premium interior with a rugged character. Jeep gave it the Commander moniker, also used by an unrelated Compass-based SUV sold in South America, India, and Japan.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/2026\/03\/jeep-commander-facelift\/\">Jeep Gives The Commander A Facelift, But There&rsquo;s Even More To Come<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The exterior takes a stealth-inspired approach, finished in black with custom <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/wraps\/\">graphics<\/a> on the sides, matching skid plates, and roof-mounted LEDs. The Grand Wagoneer Commander rides on black 20-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 35-inch tires and retains all of the comfort and tech features of the original inside the cabin.<\/p>\n<section class=\"type:slideshow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"lazy \" data-src=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" alt=\"\" src=\"\" data-type=\"inarticle-image\" \/><\/section>\n<p>The final <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/concepts\">concept<\/a> is the four-door Wrangler Laredo, described as a &ldquo;raw, driver-focused, and intentionally analog&rdquo; build focused on simplicity. The exterior combines white with tan graphics and chrome wheels, with the highlight being a tan spatter-coat hardtop paired with a manual Sky Slider.<\/p>\n<p>The off-roader is powered by the standard 3.6-liter V6 paired with a manual transmission. It also features a 2-inch lift, 37-inch tires, and an onboard air system. Inside, carpets have been replaced with vinyl, and both the seats and dashboard are trimmed in vintage cloth upholstery.<\/p>\n<p>Below you can watch a 44-minute <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carscoops.com\/tag\/Jeep-Videos\">video<\/a> detailing all six concepts for the 2026 edition of the Easter Jeep Safari.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Jeep and Mopar celebrate the 60th Easter Jeep Safari with six concepts. Advanced overlanding tech and trail repair gear headline &hellip; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/26\/every-2026-easter-jeep-safari-concept-is-missing-the-same-thing-under-the-hood\/\" class=\"more-link\"><span class=\"more-button\">Continue Reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Every 2026 Easter Jeep Safari Concept Is Missing The Same Thing Under The Hood<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":368,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[12],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/366"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=366"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/366\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":369,"href":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/366\/revisions\/369"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/368"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=366"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=366"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.vindicoraz.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=366"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}