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Jeep’s Twelve 4 Twelve special edition campaign is continuing to wave the flag in a big way. And this latest drop may be its most unapologetically patriotic yet.

Officially unveiled Tuesday, the new 2026 Jeep Wrangler America250 Edition arrives as the seventh release in the brand’s growing Twelve 4 Twelve lineup, celebrating both Jeep’s military-rooted heritage and the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States.

Built from the bones of the Wrangler Willys, the new special edition blends classic Jeep capability with enough red, white and blue accents to make Uncle Sam nod in approval from the passenger seat.

And yes, there’s even a Captain America shield involved.

“The Jeep Wrangler America250 is built the Jeep way, rooted in Willys heritage, engineered for real-world capability and unapologetically proud of the freedom that the Jeep brand represents,” said Bob Broderdorf, CEO of Jeep brand. “Trail proven from the factory floor, this special edition pairs bold American design with authentic off-road performance, celebrating Wrangler’s legacy as America turns 250.”

At first glance, the America250 immediately separates itself from the rest of the Wrangler lineup thanks to its exclusive Bright White exterior paired with a deep Jean Blue soft top and matching Steel Oxide 17-inch wheels. The look leans heavily into vintage Americana styling, with denim-inspired tones and military-inspired touches layered throughout.

Jeep also adds 33-inch BFGoodrich All-Terrain tires, steel rock rails, red front and rear tow hooks, gloss black fog lamp bezels, LED lighting, and body-color fender flares to round out the exterior package.

Naturally, the commemorative details don’t stop there.

A special America250 fender badge marks the nation’s semi-quincentennial celebration, while gray-and-black Willys-inspired wheel caps quietly nod back to Jeep’s wartime roots.

Then comes the Marvel collaboration.

In one of the more unexpected additions to the Twelve 4 Twelve program so far, Jeep partnered with Marvel to include an exclusive Captain America shield spare tire cover with the Wrangler America250 Edition. Buyers will also receive a limited-edition Marvel Comics Group comic book featuring Captain America alongside the America250 Wrangler on a custom cover.

It’s equal parts comic-con collectible and Jeep culture crossover, which seems on-brand for a Wrangler special edition in 2026.

Inside, Jeep continues the patriotic theme with a cabin wrapped in Jean Blue cloth seating surfaces and tri-color red, silver and blue accent stitching throughout the interior. Red seat belts, matching recline straps, anodized carbon trim accents, and specially stitched transmission and transfer case boots help separate the America250 from a standard Willys.

There are also a few more commemorative Easter eggs tucked around the cabin, including an America250 swing gate plaque, Mopar all-weather floor mats, and a custom leather key chain featuring both Jeep logos and an American flag graphic.

Perhaps the most interesting thing about the America250 Edition, though, is where it lands within the broader Twelve 4 Twelve campaign itself.

Unlike some previous releases that leaned heavily toward enhanced power, trail capability or regional themes, this Wrangler feels like a rolling celebration of Jeep’s identity as an American brand.

The company was recently named as America’s “most patriotic brand”, something it has won for 25 consecutive years, and a distinction the automaker leaned into heavily during the reveal. Jeep parent Stellantis even illuminated its massive Pentastar logo at company headquarters in red, white and blue to commemorate the launch.

As for pricing, the 2026 Jeep Wrangler America250 Edition will carry a starting MSRP of $2,095 over a comparably equipped Wrangler model when it begins arriving at dealerships later this summer.



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