Jeep’s rolling out a new special edition Wrangler every month for the next year as part of its 85th anniversary celebration, and December’s drop is the Whitecap — a throwback to one of the brand’s most distinctive styling choices from the CJ era. While November gave us the Moab 392 in all its purple glory, this one takes a more classic approach with a two-tone look that takes vintage CJ vibes off-roading.
Heritage in White
The Whitecap draws direct inspiration from the CJ-5 Universal Jeeps that rolled off Willys’ production lines between 1954 and 1983. Back then, the Arctic White hardtop wasn’t just about aesthetics — it served a practical purpose in cold-weather climates, helping reflect sunlight and making vehicles easier to spot in snow-covered terrain. That white-topped look became iconic, and Jeep’s bringing it forward on the modern JL platform.
What you’re getting here is a Bright White painted hardtop, matching seven-slot grille surround, body-color fender flares (standard on Sahara, optional on Rubicon), and “1941” side stripe decals that nod to Jeep’s military origins. Rubicon models also get a Bright White hood decal. There’s even an optional Sky One-Touch power soft top in Bright White if you prefer a convertible but still want to maintain the aesthetic.
What’s Underneath
The Whitecap package doesn’t mess with what makes a Wrangler a Wrangler. Available exclusively on Sahara and Rubicon trims, you’ve still got your choice between the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder (270 hp) or the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 (285 hp). Both come mated to Jeep’s Selec-Trac transfer cases — either part-time or full-time depending on your preference — and all the off-road capability you’d expect from these trims remains intact.
Spec Sheet
Model: 2026 Jeep Wrangler Whitecap
Available Trims: Sahara, Rubicon, Rubicon X
Engine Options: 2.0L Turbo I-4 (270 hp) / 3.6L Pentastar V-6 (285 hp)
Key Features: Bright White hardtop, Bright White grille, body-color fender flares, “1941” side stripe decals
Starting Price: $495 (Rubicon X), $2,690 (Sahara), $3,185 (Rubicon)
Pricing & Availability
Orders for the 2026 Wrangler Whitecap are open now through Jeep dealers, at just $495 on the Rubicon X for the decal package, $2,690 on the Sahara (includes the optional body-color hardtop), and $3,185 on the Rubicon (includes both the hardtop and body-color fender flares).
Recap
2026 Jeep Wrangler Whitecap Edition
Jeep’s December special edition is the Whitecap, a two-tone throwback to the Arctic White hardtops that made CJ-5 Universals so distinctive back in the ’50s through ’80s. It’s a visual-only package that starts at just $495 and brings that vintage white-topped look to modern Sahara and Rubicon trims.
