The new-gen Renegade was earlier planned for 2027, which is close to the launch timeline of the new Jeep SUV based on Tata’s ARGOS platform.
During Stellantis’ 2026 Investor Day presentation, the company quietly revealed a teaser image of the upcoming Jeep SUV. No name, specifications or launch timeline were revealed, but the image has already fueled speculation. Some reports suggest that it could be the next-generation Renegade, while others point to Jeep’s upcoming India-made SUV project, which is expected to arrive later this decade.
New generation Jeep Renegade – what to expect?
Based on the leaked teaser, several signed jeep design elements appear to. The mystery SUV has a boxy profile with sharp, sculpted paneling all around. Key features at the front include an upright stance, slatted grille with lights, sleek top-mounted LED DRLs and a strong bumper. The side profile features hex style wheel arches, dual-tone ORVMs, blacked-out B pillar and blacked-out roof.
The large alloy wheels with sporty design ensure a striking appearance. They also help in achieving higher ground clearance. Although there is no information about the equipment, this new Jeep SUV is expected to get a wide range of premium features. The original Renegade was launched in 2014. It was discontinued in the US and Canada in 2023 and in Europe in 2025. The Renegade is still available in select markets such as Latin America.
Although there is no official confirmation, reports indicate that the new generation Renegade will be based on Stellantis’s own smart car platform. It is a highly cost-localized development of Citroën’s CMP/Common Modular Platform. With the new generation Renegade, Jeep will aim to enter the subcompact segment priced below $25,000 (Rs 23.75 lakh) in North America and Europe. There will also be a new Renegade Target emerging markets.
New jeep SUV made in India
While there is not enough clarity about the new generation Renegade, Stellantis recently confirmed a new India-made Jeep SUV. It is planned to launch in 2028. The new Jeep SUV will cater to both domestic and export markets. There are plans to cover more than 50 countries globally. These plans were revealed in Stellantis’ recent APAC strategy presentation.
Although Stellantis has not revealed any specifications of the India-made Jeep SUV, the project could be a joint venture with Tata Motors. Stellantis and Tata Motors already have active collaborations such as their Ranjangaon manufacturing facility near Pune, which operates as a 50:50 joint venture. Models manufactured at this plant include Jeep Compass, Meridian and Tata Nexon.
Jeep’s new India-made SUV is expected to be manufactured at the same facility. In its presentation, Stellantis had listed Tata as a key partner for manufacturing and sourcing synergy. The new India-made Jeep SUV is expected to achieve a high level of localization competitive price point. Depending on the market, the new Jeep SUV may use ICE, hybrid or fully electric powertrains.
