04:32 10-01-2026

Stellantis ends PHEVs in the U.S. and Canada from 2026, shifting to hybrids and range-extended EVs

Stellantis is overhauling its electrification strategy in North America. The company confirmed that beginning with the 2026 model year it will end development and production of all plug-in hybrids in the U.S. and Canada. The move shutters some of its most prominent PHEV programs: the Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe, the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, and the Dodge Hornet PHEV—already under pressure after its European counterpart, the Alfa Romeo Tonale, shifted to a purely gasoline version. It’s a decisive pivot that signals a bet on simpler powertrains and longer electric range.

Officially, Stellantis says the decision reflects shifting consumer preferences and a lineup recalibrated toward more competitive offerings: conventional hybrids and range-extended EVs. Yet the backdrop is hard to ignore. Over the last two years, Jeep’s PHEV models have faced recalls tied to fire risks, and some new vehicles were temporarily blocked from sale. For the company, that meant strong demand colliding with quality issues and rising costs—an unsustainable mix in the long run.

Even so, Stellantis isn’t dialing back its electrification ambitions. A new Jeep Cherokee with a 1.6-liter hybrid turbo engine is arriving on the market, while range-extended versions of the Grand Wagoneer and Ram 1500 are in development. The manufacturer maintains that hybrids and range-extended electric platforms align better with North American expectations than PHEV solutions. Judging by the recent turbulence, the strategy feels pragmatic: fewer compromises, clearer value for buyers, and a cleaner path to scale.