The 2026 Jeep Cherokee has officially reached U.S. dealerships, now featuring a turbocharged hybrid powertrain with an estimated driving range of up to 500 miles.
Alongside the recently updated 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, which now comes with the turbocharged inline-four Hurricane engine, Jeep has begun delivering the all-new Cherokee.
The 2026 Cherokee rides on Stellantis’ STLA Large architecture, which also underpins other Jeep models such as the Wagoneer S.
Returning after a two-year hiatus with the KM model code, the Cherokee adopts a notably boxier design. This squared-off silhouette follows a broader trend in the crossover and SUV market, echoing recent redesigns like the Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota Land Cruiser.
The showcased unit at Cross Jeep Chrysler Fiat arrived in Limited trim and Hydro Blue Pearl paint. Within the lineup, Limited sits just below the flagship Overland trim, while the Cherokee and Laredo trims serve as the more affordable entry-level options.
Figg also emphasized the Cherokee KM’s new 1.6-liter turbocharged hybrid engine, which pairs two electric motors for a combined output of 210 horsepower and 230 lb-ft of torque. Power is routed through all four wheels via an eCVT, with Jeep estimating a total driving range of up to 500 miles thanks to this electrified powertrain.
Pricing for the new Cherokee starts at $35,000 for the base trim, excluding the $1,995 destination fee. The Overland trim tops the range at $43,000, adding exclusive features such as 20-inch wheels, all-season performance tires, and a two-tone gloss-black painted roof. Across all trims, buyers get a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen.
The Cherokee’s arrival at Kentucky dealerships highlights Stellantis’ renewed push into the compact SUV segment, where competitors such as the Toyota RAV4, Ford Bronco Sport, and Subaru Forester remain strong.
The hybridized Cherokee also marks one of Jeep’s newest launches alongside the all-new Recon, the brand’s first Trail Rated EV.
Yet despite increasing electrification across its portfolio, Jeep has recently stepped back from plug-in offerings, discontinuing the 4xe versions of both the Wrangler and Grand Cherokee as it rethinks its long-term powertrain strategy.
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