Stellantis-owned Jeep is planning to launch three new models over the next four years, including two compact SUVs developed specifically for the European market and a full-size D-segment SUV co-developed with Dongfeng Motor, according to UK automotive media outlet Autocar. The new lineup is intended for multiple global markets, including China and Europe, and forms a key part of Jeep’s next-phase global product strategy. The report said the full-size SUV will be produced through Jeep’s joint venture with Dongfeng, which has previously collaborated with Stellantis on global models under the Peugeot and Jeep brands. Fabio Catone, Head of Jeep Europe, said the new model will be manufactured in China on a Dongfeng platform, while vehicle design and brand direction will be fully led by Jeep. Jeep models Catone described the cooperation model as similar to Apple’s development of the iPhone, where product design and brand identity are controlled by Apple, while manufacturing is handled by an established supply chain ecosystem. For Jeep, the partnership is intended to leverage Dongfeng’s established R&D and manufacturing capabilities to accelerate product development while preserving the brand’s traditional off-road positioning. The full-size SUV is expected to offer multiple powertrain options, including internal combustion, plug-in hybrid, and four-wheel-drive variants. The PHEV version is expected to adopt Dongfeng’s existing extended-range technology architecture to meet differing electrification requirements across global markets. The report noted that Dongfeng’s M-Hero lineup may serve as a key technical foundation for the project. Dongfeng’s M-Hero M817 The M817 model, launched in August 2025, measures 5.1 m in length, features a rugged design, and offers both PHEV and EREV variants with a four-wheel-drive system in China. In terms of size, positioning, and product concept, it closely aligns with Jeep’s previously announced D-segment SUV plans, targeting the European market and competing with models such as the Land Rover Defender and Toyota Land Cruiser. For Jeep, the move also reflects shifts in the European market. In recent years, Jeep’s European sales have largely relied on compact SUVs such as the Avenger and Compass. The Grand Cherokee—once sold in the region—has been withdrawn due to weak performance, leaving a gap in Jeep’s large SUV segment in Europe. Catone said the D-segment SUV remains an underdeveloped opportunity for Jeep and a key pillar of its future global portfolio. Compared with developing a new large platform independently, cooperation with Dongfeng could significantly shorten development timelines and reduce costs.