2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Overview
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee pays homage to the adventurous spirit of the Jeep brand while also lavishing creature comforts and awesome technology on its occupants. As a midsize SUV with plenty of space for the entire family, the 2026 Grand Cherokee makes it easy to pack up and go anywhere, whether the destination is on pavement or the dirt. For the adventurous at heart, Jeep even offers a new engine option this year, allowing drivers to upgrade the native 3.6-liter V6 to an exciting turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes a healthy 324 horsepower.
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Quick Specs
- Engine: 3.6-liter V6 or turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic transmission
- Horsepower: 293 horsepower or 324 horsepower
- Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive, four-wheel drive, all-wheel drive
- Torque: 260 lb.-ft. of torque or 332 lb.-ft. of torque
- EPA Fuel Economy: 19/26/22 (3.6-liter, city/highway/combined) or 21/27/24 (2.0-liter)
- Towing Capacity: 6,200 maximum towing capacity
- Cargo Capacity: 38 cubic feet
Who's It For?
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee straddles the line between adventure and comfort, making it the ideal vehicle for families who want to discover new places but who also want to enjoy the time they spend getting there. With the option for an additional front passenger-side infotainment screen and extra screens for second-row passengers, everyone can relax and be entertained during the journey. With the option for all-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, explorers can take their comfortable adventure vehicle into the wilderness. With eight different trim levels, there is a Jeep Grand Cherokee to suit every traveler’s needs.
What’s New for 2026?
Jeep made a few cosmetic changes to the exterior of the 2026 Grand Cherokee, with some updates to the front and back, and also increased the size of the infotainment screen inside the cabin. Jeep has also added the option of a 10.3-inch passenger infotainment screen, as well as a new turbocharged engine option to the lineup.
Real World Performance
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee features a 3.6-liter V6, or drivers may upgrade (on some trim levels) to a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. All Grand Cherokees feature an eight-speed automatic transmission, which has been upgraded to the new Generation IV version. The 3.6-liter engine makes 293 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque while the 2.0-liter engine makes 324 horsepower and 332 lb.-ft. of torque. The Grand Cherokee is available with rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, or four-wheel drive configurations.
For mileage, the 3.6-liter V6 offers EPA fuel economy of 19/26/22 (city/highway/combined), and the 2.0-liter four-cylinder comes in at 21/27/24. The maximum towing capacity of the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is 6,200 pounds. Cargo capacity is 38 cubic feet in the two-row version of the vehicle. Jeep also offers a three-row option that lengthens the vehicle by a small amount and includes available features like a power-folding third-row bench seat to increase cargo space. With the seats up, the three-row Grand Cherokee offers 17.2 cubic feet of cargo space.
Key Features
Safety and Driver Assistance
- Adaptive cruise control
- Hands-free active driving assist
- Night vision camera
- Surround view camera
- Drowsy driver detection
- Parallel and perpendicular park assist
- Intersection collision assist
- Adaptive cruise control with stop and go
- Full-speed forward collision warning
- Pedestrian/cyclist detection
- Active lane management
- ParkView backup camera with ParkSense park assist
- Blind spot monitoring and rear cross-path detection
Interior Comfort and Technology
- 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 NAV infotainment touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay support
- Android Auto compatibility
- Optional front passenger interactive touchscreen display
- Rear-facing FamCAM
- 10-inch head-up display
- 10.25-inch digital cluster display
- Wireless charging pad
- Optional second-seat entertainment screens
- Digital rearview mirror
- Six-speaker stereo system (standard)
- Nine-speaker Alpine stereo system (optional)
- 19-speaker McIntosh stereo system (optional)
- Bluetooth connectivity
Alternative Options
Drivers who want a more budget-friendly option should explore the hybrid Jeep Cherokee. For those who want something more rugged and less lavish, the Wrangler is the best option. Not sure yet? The Heritage CDJR Harrisburg & Parkville can find exactly what you and your family need. Just contact us online or take a look at our current inventory.
