Jeep’s latest special edition Wrangler leans hard into nostalgia, and it does it with a fresh coat of white. The 2026 Jeep Wrangler Whitecap is the second entry in Jeep’s year-long run of monthly special editions, and it arrives as a stylish homage to the original CJ civilian Jeep that followed the brand’s World War II hero into peacetime duty.

At its core, the Whitecap is an appearance-focused package, but it is one with a clear historical brief. Jeep positions it as a visual tribute to the classic CJ, the early civilian-spec Jeep that helped establish the brand’s rugged, go-anywhere image after its wartime service. That heritage link is spelled out right on the sheetmetal: a white body-side stripe with “1941” graphics calls back to Jeep’s founding era and underlines the Whitecap’s retro mission.

The most striking design cue is the Bright White roof, a feature inspired by early hardtop Jeeps that often wore contrasting tops and gave the vehicles a simple, utilitarian charm. The theme continues with a white panel surrounding the Wrangler’s signature seven-slot grille, visually framing the nose and instantly setting the Whitecap apart from standard models. Along the flanks, that “1941” stripe runs cleanly down the body, reinforcing the heritage vibe without overwhelming the Wrangler’s boxy, familiar proportions.

Jeep has also paid attention to trim-specific touches. On Rubicon models, the Whitecap package adds a Bright White hood decal that ties the look together from roof to cowl, amplifying the contrast against the more aggressive off-road hardware. Sahara versions, meanwhile, receive body-color fender flares that lend a more refined, upmarket feel, a detail that is optional on the Rubicon through an additional package. For drivers who prefer open-air motoring, the optional Sky One-Touch power soft top is available with Bright White accents along the outer edges, mirroring the hardtop’s look even when the roof is of the fabric variety.

Under the skin, the Whitecap sticks with the familiar Wrangler formula rather than introducing unique mechanical upgrades. The special edition is offered on the Sahara and Rubicon trims, both of which can be ordered with either of Jeep’s core gasoline engines. The turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder produces 270 horsepower, delivering a punchy, torque-rich experience, while the 3.6-liter V-6 develops 285 horsepower for buyers who prefer a more traditional naturally aspirated powerplant. This means customers can choose their preferred balance of efficiency, character, and capability, all while enjoying the Whitecap’s distinctive retro aesthetic.

Pricing reflects the Whitecap’s status as a style-driven yet relatively accessible special. On the Rubicon, the Whitecap trim adds $3,185 to the base price, bringing the total to $51,150. In the more road-friendly Sahara, the old-school look tacks on $2,690, resulting in a sticker of $53,280. For the higher-spec Rubicon X, the Whitecap treatment is a more modest uptick of $495, yielding a price of $58,410. In each case, buyers are paying a premium for exclusivity, historical callbacks, and carefully curated visual details rather than extra power or hardware.

The Whitecap arrives as part of Stellantis’s broader love affair with special editions, joining a long list that ranges from patriotic Wranglers like the Willys ’41 to farewell packages such as Dodge’s “Last Call” Charger and Challenger runs. For Jeep, the Whitecap is the second chapter in a planned series of twelve Wrangler specials, following the recently introduced Moab 392. Orders for the 2026 Jeep Wrangler Whitecap are already open, and dealer books are live now. With a new limited-run Wrangler set to debut every month for the next year, those drawn to the Whitecap’s CJ-inspired white roof and “1941” stripe may want to move quickly before the next special edition rolls in.