Our Opinion - 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review Since the early 1990s, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has been the best mid-size SUV for people who want to go off-road and look good on the road. This formula is still used in the 2026 model, which features three different four-wheel-drive systems, a luxurious cabin full of technology and comfort features, and a smooth ride on the road. The main engine is a V-6, but this year, a 324-hp turbocharged four-cylinder has been added for more speed. The base Laredo models are reasonably priced, look good, and offer many features beyond the essentials. For ease and style, do you want something that can compete with expensive SUVs? With the top-of-the-line Summit trim, that is possible, but it costs a lot more. Expert Tip: Jeep also sells the Grand Cherokee 4xe, a plug-in hybrid, and the Grand Cherokee L, a three-row SUV. We’ll talk about those cars separately. What's New? The Grand Cherokee will get a small redesign in 2026. It will get a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine option, a larger touchscreen inside, and changes to the front and rear ends.The new turbo-four engine from Stellantis’ Hurricane family delivers 324 horsepower, 31 more than the regular V-6.All models now come with a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen for entertainment, and a new 10.3-inch touchscreen for the front passenger is available as an option. Pros and Cons Pros The pattern on the outside is beautiful and strong. Real ability to go off-road. Turbo-4 Hurricane engine that is easy to get. Cons Using the old V-6 standard. Performance is slow on the road. Engine, Transmission, and Performance There are two engines: a 3.6-liter V-6 with 293 horsepower and a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 324 horsepower. Automatic transmission with eight speeds. There are three types of drivetrains: all-wheel drive, four-wheel drive, and rear-wheel drive. Most Grand Cherokee models feature a 3.6-liter V-6 engine that makes 293 horsepower.It now has a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine that makes 324 horsepower.Each engine comes with an automatic drive with eight speeds.Along with the basic rear-wheel-drive model, three all-wheel-drive models can go off-road in different ways.One tire can send all its power to a single wheel with good grip. All Grand Cherokees are very calm and ride very smoothly on the road, but the higher-level ones with air springs and adjustable dampers are the most so. Safety Basic driver-assist features include blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, and automatic emergency braking.You can still choose not to use more advanced technology, like adaptive speed control with lane centering. Automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring are all standard safety features on every car. You can choose to have adaptive cruise control and lane-centering as safety measures. Visit the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) websites to learn more about the Grand Cherokee’s crash test findings. Internal and External Cargo Capacity First Row: The more expensive Limited and Summit models feature better leather seats, open-pore wood trim, and high-tech digital displays, while the base Laredo models offer only the basics. Second Row: The back seats have plenty of room for folks’ heads and legs.Three across will be tight for adults, but kids should fit just fine.If you want a third row, you can choose the Grand Cherokee L, which we review separately. The Grand Cherokee, on the other hand, is only an SUV with two rows. Cargo Capacity: We fit 13 carry-on bags in the Grand Cherokee’s large trunk behind the back seat during our tests.When the back seats were folded down, we could fit 28 carry-on bags. Fuel Economy and Actual MPG At 75 mph on the highway, the V-6 Summit gets 22 mpg. City rate from the EPA (V-6): 19 mpg. EPA number for the highway (V-6): 26 mpg. If you choose rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, the V-6-powered Grand Cherokee gets 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway, which is about average for a mid-size SUV.At 75 mph on the highway, our test car got 22 mpg. The EPA hasn’t released fuel-economy numbers yet, and we haven’t had a chance to test the Grand Cherokee with the turbocharged four-cylinder engine.Visit the EPA’s website to learn more about how fuel-efficient the Grand Cherokee is. Infotainment and Connectivity For entertainment, a 10.3-inch tablet is available for the front passenger, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen is standard. It offers connectivity options such as Bluetooth, WiFi, Google Auto, and Apple CarPlay. The sound system includes six basic speakers, nine Alpine speakers (extra), and a 19-speaker McIntosh speaker system. The Grand Cherokee has a 12.3-inch touchscreen dashboard that tilts and offers SiriusXM satellite radio, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay.More expensive models come with a digital gauge cluster, a 10-inch head-up display, and an extra 10.3-inch screen built into the dashboard for the front-seat passenger.In-dash navigation also provides real-time traffic and weather information. You can choose between two high-end sound systems: An Alpine audio setup with nine speakers or a luxurious McIntosh setup with 19 speakers.The Laredo and Limited models come with a six-speaker radio as standard. Range, Charging, and Battery Life This car takes 7.4 seconds to test at 60 mph. The hybrid 4xe type, which is considered separately, is the Grand Cherokee, which is the fastest.It takes 5.3 seconds to go from 0 to 60 mph and 13.9 seconds to go a quarter mile at 100 mph. Towing and Payload Capacity Tow up to 6200 pounds of weight. The 6200-pound towing capacity is slightly higher than competitors like the Toyota 4Runner’s, but it is lower than the Jeep Wrangler’s. Price and How to Choose You can get the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee for anywhere from $40,730 to $62,585, depending on the options you choose. You can get the new turbo four-cylinder engine if you go up to at least the Laredo Altitude grade.But the Limited Reserve is the best Grand Cherokee you can buy.It has 20-inch wheels, a digital rearview mirror, Nappa leather seats, a panoramic sunroof, and heated or cooled front seats.
