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2026 Jeep Cherokee

US · SUV · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

The 2026 Jeep Cherokee is listed in the US market as a suv with hybrid power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (Hybrid)
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Fuel
Hybrid
Economy
37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km) combined
2026 Jeep Cherokee
Interior / CockpitSame generation
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (Hybrid)
Combined Economy
37 MPG US (6.4 L/100 km) · EPA
Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission
Automatic
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (Hybrid)
Displacement1.6 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeHybrid

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
DrivetrainAWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km)
City39 mpg (6.0 L/100 km)
Highway35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Gears, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.

  • 26V559000: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, 2025-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to a software error, the tire pressure monitoring system may fail to detect low tire pressure and/or fail to illuminate the tire pressure…

    Remedy: Dealers will update the radio frequency hub software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this…

    Reported September 1, 2026. View on NHTSA

  • 26V531000: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail…

    Remedy: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403.…

    Reported August 13, 2026. View on NHTSA

  • 26V223000: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. The brake system control module may fail to operate properly, which can cause a loss of anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).

    Remedy: Dealers will update the brake system control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 29D. Vehicle…

    Reported April 9, 2026. View on NHTSA

  • 26V059000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D.…

    Reported February 2, 2026. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved September 30, 2026 · US Government public data
  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 2, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 2, 2026

Data verified: November 2, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2026 Jeep Cherokee have?

1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (Hybrid). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2026 Jeep Cherokee?

Combined fuel economy is 37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2026 Jeep Cherokee front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2026 Jeep Cherokee?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.