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The Jeep Grand Cherokee is one of America’s favorite midsize SUVs, and it’s getting a refresh for 2026. We expect pricing to start at about $39,000.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is one of the most trusted names in midsize SUVs. This midsize SUV is available in three variants: the standard 2-row model with a regular gas engine, the longer 3-row Grand Cherokee L, and the plug-in hybrid Grand Cherokee 4xe. This menu of options will continue into the 2026 model year as the Grand Cherokee gets an aesthetic refresh and likely some new technology. Details of the 2026 updates are limited to two teaser images; here’s what we know so far.

Updated Exterior and Interior

The 3-row Jeep Grand Cherokee L came out in 2021, and the two-row Grand Cherokee got a similar redesign for 2022. Now, Jeep is teasing a mid-cycle refresh for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, giving glimpses of what the updated exterior and interior will look like.

The front end gets a pretty significant redesign to the lower front fascia, with a painted section splitting the lower grille in two. The upper grille will continue Jeep’s iconic seven-slat motif, but with new chrome inserts and sharper angles. Also, the light signature now has a more dramatic curve to its LED signature lighting.

On the inside, the center console is reworked with a new bank of HVAC control buttons below the central infotainment screen. It also has smaller audio control knobs mounted higher up on either side of the screen. The available front passenger screen appears to have gotten a bit bigger, as well.

That’s about all we can glean from the two images shared by Jeep so far – we’ll update this preview as more information becomes available.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Pricing

We expect the pricing of the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee to start at around $39,000. A loaded Summit Reserve model will likely begin at about $65,000.

Grand Cherokee Laredo	$39,000 (est)
Grand Cherokee Laredo X	$40,000 (est)
Grand Cherokee Altitude	$44,000 (est)
Grand Cherokee Limited	$45,000 (est)
Grand Cherokee Altitude X	$45,000 (est)
Grand Cherokee Overland	$59,000 (est)
Grand Cherokee Summit	$61,000 (est)
Grand Cherokee Summit Reserve	$65,000 (est)

Before buying a Grand Cherokee, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should really pay. Jeep Grand Cherokee resale value is historically about average for the segment. Recouping more money when selling a vehicle can mean a bigger down payment and lower monthly payments on the next one.

On-Sale Date

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee will go on sale in late 2025.

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2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Styles

Style

Horsepower

Seating

Cargo Capacity

Engine

Towing Capacity

Curb Weight

Drivetrain

4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter

4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter

4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter

4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter

6200 lbs

4784 lbs

4WD

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

	Curb Weight	4238 lbs.
	EPA Total Interior	144.6 cu.ft.
	Fuel Capacity	23.0 gallons
	Front Head Room	39.9 inches
	Front Leg Room	41.3 inches
	Max Seating Capacity	5
	Minimum Ground Clearance	8.4 inches
	Overall Length	193.5 inches
	Front Shoulder Room	59.2 inches
	Towing Capacity, Maximum	6200 lbs.
	Trunk or Cargo Capacity	70.8 cu.ft.
	Turning Diameter	38.0 feet
	Wheel Base	116.7 inches
	Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)	6050 lbs.
	Payload Capacity	1280 lbs.
	Width with mirrors	84.6 inches

Exterior

	Alloy Wheels	Available
	Number of Doors	4 doors
	Privacy Glass	Available
	Roof Rails	Available
	LED Headlights	Available
	Rear Spoiler	Available

Mechanical

	Drivetrain	2WD
	Transmission Type	Automatic
	8 speed	Available
	Recommended Fuel	Regular
	Hill Start Assist	Available
	Parking Assist System	Available

Performance

	Horsepower	293 @ 6400 RPM
	Torque	260 @ 4000 rpm
	Engine	V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter

Warranty

	Basic	3 years / 36000 miles
	Powertrain	5 years / 60000 miles
	Corrosion	5 years / Unlimited miles

Entertainment

Satellite Radio

Interior

Power Windows
Rear Window Defroster
12V Power Outlet
Power Outlet
Steering Wheel Controls
Tilt Steering Wheel
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel

Seating

Folding Rear Seat
Cloth Seats
Power Driver's Seat

Security

Alarm System

Technology

Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Hands Free Phone
Remote Keyless Entry
Internet Access
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry
Push-Button Engine Start
Smartphone Interface
Touch Screen Monitor
USB Port
Voice Recognition System

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Safety

Safety Features & Technology

Child Door Locks
Child Seat Anchors
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Stability Control
Traction Control
Blind-Spot Alert
Collision Warning System
Driver Knee Airbag
Emergency & Security Services
Front Head Curtain Airbag
Front Knee Airbag
Front Side Airbag
Lane Departure Warning System
Rear Head Curtain Airbag
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear View Camera

5.0

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

2025 rating shown. 2026 may differ.

Frontal Crash

5.0

Side Barrier

5.0

Rollover Rating

4.0

Side Crash

5.0

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