2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Willys ’41 revealed

The 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Willys ’41 special edition has been revealed paying homage to the legendary 1941 Willys MB. This new model combines historical design elements with modern technology, the brand’s military heritage and advancements in electrification.

Design inspired by the past

The Wrangler 4xe Willys ’41 features a military-inspired olive drab exterior paint and matching 17-inch aluminum wheels. The hood-side decals, finished in Drab Blue, replicate the stenciling style used on WWII-era Willys MB vehicles. Additional Army-inspired decals further reinforce its heritage.

Inside, the model offers tan Heritage cloth seats, an olive drab dashboard insert, and a unique ’41 shifter medallion. Roof options include a body-colored hardtop, a Sky One-Touch powertop, and an exclusive tan soft top.

Standard features like front and rear steel bumpers and a rear locker enhance its off-road capability.

Powertrain and performance

The Wrangler 4xe Willys ’41 is powered by a plug-in hybrid system.

It combines a 2.0-liter turbocharged gas engine, two electric motors, and a high-voltage battery pack, delivering 49 MPGe, 21 miles of all-electric range, and seamless hybrid performance.

Historical roots of the Willys MB

The Willys MB was born out of a 1940 U.S. military request for a “light reconnaissance vehicle.” Willys-Overland, along with two other companies, answered the call and developed prototypes. After extensive testing, Willys-Overland’s design was selected in 1941, leading to mass production of the iconic vehicle.

During WWII, Willys produced nearly 360,000 units in Toledo, Ohio. Known for its reliability and versatility, the Jeep became an indispensable tool for Allied forces. Its name, possibly derived from the abbreviation “GP” (general purpose) or a Popeye cartoon character, entered the American lexicon. Post-war, Willys trademarked the name and introduced the first civilian Jeep, the CJ-2A.

2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Willys ’41 price

Priced at $61,825 (including the $1,895 destination fee), the Wrangler 4xe Willys ’41 order banks are now open, with vehicles expected in showrooms by year-end.