August 21, 2025 , Windsor, Ontario – The all-new 2026 Jeep® Cherokee returns with the perfect blend of iconic design, capability and efficiency to provide customers with the midsize SUV only the Jeep brand could create. With a new 1.6-litre turbo-four hybrid engine, an estimated fuel economy as low as 6.4 L/100 km combined and up to 800 kilometres to a tank of fuel, the 2026 Cherokee is ready to take adventures further than ever – with zero compromises.
“We took the time to step back and analyze the North American midsize SUV market to understand one thing: what do customers want from a next-generation Jeep Cherokee? The answer is a great-looking SUV with incredible range, more standard technology, safety equipment, capability to match their lifestyles, driven by a powerful and efficient powertrain,” said Bob Broderdorf, Jeep CEO. “The 2026 Jeep Cherokee is an incredibly capable and competitive midsize SUV that’s ready to reclaim our territory in North America’s largest vehicle segment.”
Hybrid propulsion provides greater fuel economy and up to 800 kilometres to a tank
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee debuts a new 1.6-litre turbo-four hybrid propulsion system to take customers even further on the adventures only the Jeep brand can help accomplish. This 1.6-litre turbo-four hybrid returns an estimated combined fuel economy rating as low as 6.4 L/100 km and up to 800 kilometres on a single tank of fuel – greater than many Jeep Cherokee competitors. It is the first Jeep brand hybrid system, a Stellantis-first in North America, to highlight the company’s growing multi-energy strategy.
“The new 1.6-litre hybrid engine is a major step forward in delivering both performance and efficiency for our customers,” said Micky Bly, Stellantis senior vice president and head of global propulsion systems. “Over millions of miles of development and testing, we’ve dialed in this new hybrid powertrain to deliver all the performance you need for your daily adventures, with electrified torque and worry-free range wherever the road takes you.”
Composed of an internal-combustion engine, two electric motors and a battery, the propulsion system delivers 210 horsepower and 230 lb-ft of torque.
Production of the innovative new propulsion system will take place at Stellantis’ Dundee, Michigan, propulsion plant. Additional technical information on the 2026 Jeep Cherokee’s new 1.6-litre turbo-four hybrid may be found here.
More space, more tech and more standard equipment
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee boasts a larger, thoughtful and technology-filled interior space, ready to tackle any adventure. Standard on every trim:
- 10.25-inch full-colour digital instrument cluster
- 12.3-inch infotainment screen equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability
- Jeep brand’s award-winning Uconnect 5 infotainment system
- Heated front seats
- Passive entry system
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist identification
- Intersection Collision Assist
- Blind-spot Monitoring system with Rear Cross Path detection
- Drowsy Driver Detection
- Active Driving Assist system (Level 2 driver-assistance system with adaptive cruise control)
- Rear park assist with rear automatic emergency braking
Every 2026 Cherokee comes standard with Stellantis’ new Connect ONE connected services package – a value-packed, simplified bundle for customers. This standard package includes 10 years of service for over-the-air (OTA) updates, Jeep brand smartphone app for vehicle functions, automatic SOS calls and more at no additional cost. Customers may upgrade to a subscription to the Connect PLUS package, which provides numerous other features.
Available in entry-level Cherokee, Laredo, Limited and Overland trims, the 2026 Cherokee offers a surprising number of available features for the segment. They include optional equipment, such as:
- Dual-pane sunroof
- Foot-activated power liftgate with adjustable height
- 360-degree camera
- Digital rearview mirror
- Heated rear seats
- Ventilated front seats
- Windshield wiper de-icer
- Front tire-to-curb view
- Turn signal-activated blind spot
- Premium audio
- Alexa in-vehicle assistant
The 2026 Cherokee’s Uconnect 5 system is OTA update ready to continue enhancing customers’ software experience. In addition, Uconnect 5 features AppMarket – an in-screen hub for apps such as Geocaching, The Dyrt and for games, like Sudoku. AppMarket can also allow customers to purchase a number of connected service packages from the 2026 Cherokee, including a Wi-Fi hotspot, Jeep Off-Road Pages Plus and more.
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee maximizes space – not only with a new rotary gear selector to make room for everyday items, but for cargo space. Compared to the previous Cherokee, the 2026 Cherokee boasts 30% more cargo capacity – akin to fitting an additional large dog crate in the rear with the seats folded down.
4×4 capability only Jeep brand can provide
Atop more standard equipment, more technology and an efficient propulsion system to take customers further on a single tank of gas, the 2026 Jeep Cherokee provides legendary 4×4 capability and a host of class-exclusive and best-in-class features:
- Standard Jeep Active Drive I 4×4 system with standard rear-axle disconnect
- Selec-Terrain traction management with four driving modes: Auto, Sport, Snow, Sand/Mud
- Best-in-class approach and departure angles at 19.6 and 29.4 degrees, respectively
- Breakover angle of 18.8 degrees
- 20 centimetres (8 inches) of ground clearance
The original SUV evolved: design
The Jeep brand created the SUV decades ago, but designers reimagined an icon for the modern midsize SUV customer.
The 2026 Jeep Cherokee carries an all-new, redesigned exterior that looks to the past for 50 years of inspiration but wears a distinctly modern look. The 2026 Cherokee is longer, taller and wider than the previous Cherokee with sharp edges to recall beloved Cherokee models from yesteryear, and the design team worked to create a more upright character. The front fascia includes boxy, squared-off LED headlights with daytime running light accents that create a distinct U-shape. The overarching profile is simple, squared-off and plays with big, bold shapes that are distinctly Jeep.
“From every angle, the 2026 Jeep Cherokee evokes the best of the brand’s rich design history,” said Vince Galante, vice president, Jeep global design. “These bold, upright shapes are complimented by Jeep’s iconic seven-slot grille, boxy side profile and distinctive jerrican-inspired taillight design, giving it an instantly recognizable signature on the road.”
Inside, Jeep brand designers worked to incorporate four key motifs: active, playful, practical and progressive. With a larger cockpit and more interior storage than any Cherokee before, the 2026 Cherokee also blends elevated material choices for the segment. This includes a unique perforation pattern for the Cherokee Overland trim. Sustainability remains a goal for Jeep designers as well, including non-leather materials, recycled materials for the floor carpets and more.
A Global Black interior motif is standard on the 2026 Cherokee, while Arctic interior is optional on Laredo, Limited and Overland trims.
Availability, production and pricing
The entry-level, well equipped 2026 Jeep Cherokee starts at $42,390 ($39,995 MSRP plus additional fees), followed by the Laredo trim, which starts at $47,390 ($44,995 MSRP plus additional fees).
The 2026 Cherokee will arrive at Canadian dealerships in late 2025, beginning with the Limited and Overland trims, starting at $52,390 and $56,390, respectively ($49,995 MSRP and $53,995 MSRP plus additional fees). The entry-level Cherokee trim and Laredo will arrive at dealers in early 2026. Production will take place at Stellantis’ Toluca Assembly Plant in Mexico.
Jeep Brand
For more than 80 years, Jeep has been the global leader in SUVs, delivering legendary off-road capability, advanced technology and exceptional versatility for those who seek adventure. With a commitment to innovation, the Jeep brand offers a diverse lineup of vehicles powered by internal combustion engines, hybrid technology and all-electric drivetrains. Built on a heritage of freedom, adventure, authenticity and passion, Jeep continues to set the standard for rugged yet refined vehicles designed to conquer it all.
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