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Jeep Revives Cherokee as 2026 Hybrid-Only SUV With 500+ Mile Claim, Starting at $36,995

The hybrid-only redesign prioritizes efficiency with U.S. deliveries slated to begin in late 2025.

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The 2026 Jeep Cherokee midsize SUV goes on sale in late 2025. Prices will start at $35,000, excluding $1,995 destination charge.

Overview

  • Jeep confirms a 1.6‑liter turbo four paired with two electric motors and a 1.03 kWh battery for a combined 210 hp and 312 Nm via an e‑CVT and Active Drive I 4×4.
  • Built on Stellantis’ STLA Large platform, the new Cherokee is assembled in Toluca, Mexico, with production beginning ahead of late‑2025 arrivals.
  • Jeep claims more than 500 miles of driving range on a tank, with EPA certification and independent fuel‑economy figures still pending.
  • Standard tech includes a 12.3‑inch Uconnect 5 infotainment screen, a 10.25‑inch digital cluster, and Level 2 Active Driving Assist with AEB, blind‑spot monitoring, and rear cross‑traffic alert.
  • U.S. lineup starts at $36,995 across base, Laredo, Limited, and Overland trims, with an off‑road‑focused variant to follow, and early coverage conflicts on rated towing capacity (3,500 kg vs 3,500 lb).