Jeep Cherokee Is Back for 2026 – Here’s What Changed!

The Jeep Cherokee is coming back, and it is not just a facelift or a mild update. After being discontinued in 2023, the well-known mid-size SUV is preparing for a full revival as a brand new model for the 2026 model year. And yes, Jeep is going all-in with its design and technology this time around.

Borrowing inspiration from the sleek Wagoneer S and the redesigned Compass, the upcoming Cherokee embraces a more modern yet rugged look. It still keeps the iconic seven-slot grille up front and maintains its muscular profile, signaling it is ready for serious off-road duties. Although images of the rear have not been shared yet, we expect it to echo the styling cues of the new Compass.

Underneath the body, the 2026 Cherokee will ride on Stellantis’s STLA Large platform. That opens the door to a range of powertrains. Jeep has already confirmed that a hybrid variant is on the way, and we can expect traditional gasoline and fully electric models too. This is the same foundation used in upcoming vehicles like the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, which suggests some serious potential.

Whispers are floating around about the possibility of a high-output version using the company’s 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged Hurricane inline-six engine. It produces up to 510 horsepower, but let us be honest—those figures might be a bit ambitious for a Cherokee. Still, even a toned-down version would bring exciting performance to the lineup.

The electric model could borrow tech from the Wagoneer S, including a 100.0-kilowatt-hour battery pack paired with dual motors delivering up to 600 horsepower and 617 pound-feet of torque. Again, do not expect the Cherokee to match those numbers exactly, but the setup gives us a good idea of what Jeep might aim for.

Jeep has confirmed that the all-new Cherokee will be revealed later this year and will officially hit the market in 2026. Unlike some global models, this one is expected to return to United States showrooms.