The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is about to arrive on the market in the latter half of 2025. For the 2025 model year, the Grand Cherokee is gearing up for a refresh, with spy shots showing the next-gen model undergoing testing in Michigan. For 2026, the Jeep Grand Cherokee competes against power SUVs like the Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Telluride, and the Toyota Grand Highlander. This article dives into the 2026 Grand Cherokee, discussing the new design, features, performance, and specifications.
Highlights of the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee include the new exterior design, Hurricane Turbo-Six engine, and fresh interior technology features. We also expect the SUV to carry a new and larger infotainment system, with standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. As a modern SUV, the 2026 Grand Cherokee might also carry a standard Wi-Fi hotspot and a premium audio system.
What’s New In The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
For the 2026 model year, the Grand Cherokee features a new grille, new headlights, and revised front and rear fascia.
Design and Styling
The refreshed 2025 Grand Cherokee has a new grille, front fascia, and headlights. These new design features give the new SUV a more modern and aggressive appearance.
These updates are visible from the recent spy shots, indicating a significant facelift for the 2026 Grand Cherokee model.
Engine and Performance
Jeep has recently been phasing out the V8 engine in favor of more efficient engine options
The 2026 Grand Cherokee refresh is not a full redesign. However, with the trend, Jeep might replace the current V8 with the Hurricane turbo-six, which is featured in other full-size Jeep models.
The 2026 Grand Cherokee will likely carry the Hurricane Turbo-Six engine. Jeep will confirm as the release date closes in.
The current 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers three engine options: a 3.5L V6, a 5.7L V8, and a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder PHEV.
Safety Features
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee will retain the current suite of safety features. Standard features on the Grand Cherokee will be automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, blind spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, lane departure warning, pedestrian and cyclist detection, rear cross-traffic alerts, and adaptive cruise control.
2026 Grand Cherokee Pricing
With the anticipated refresh, a slight price increase is expected for the 2026 Grand Cherokee.
The price for the existing Grand Cherokee ranges from $38,290 to $47,700, including destination fees.
Expect the 2026 Grand Cherokee will start at a $42,000 price tag for the base model, going up to $50,000 for the premium model.
Competition
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee will continue to compete in the midsize SUV segment against models like the Mazda CX-90, Honda Pilot, Volkswagen Atlas, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Telluride, and the Toyota Grand Highlander.
Release Date
The refreshed 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is likely to be available at dealerships early in 2026. More precise details will be provided as the release date approaches.
Pictured: 2024 model