DETROIT: Jeep has lifted the camouflage on its midcycle update for the 2026 Grand Cherokee, revealing refined styling and upgraded cabin tech ahead of a late-year launch
The revised front end features narrower LED headlamps and a reshaped seven-slot grille that echo the brand’s newest Compass design.
Subtle changes to the lower bumper and larger air intakes lend a more sculpted appearance without altering the SUV’s overall profile
Jeep will carry forward both two-row and three-row “L” body styles, maintaining the model’s broad family appeal.
The plug-in hybrid 4xe variant remains in the lineup, buoyed by its status as one of America’s top three PHEVs.
Under the skin, engineers are fine-tuning the powertrain, safety systems and all-weather capability during final validation tests here.
Inside, a reconfigured dashboard elevates key controls into the driver’s line of sight and makes room for a larger central touchscreen plus an optional passenger-side display
Physical HVAC buttons have been simplified and relocated just below the screen to free up storage space beneath the dash
Jeep has discontinued the 5.7-litre V8, leaving the Pentastar V6 and 4xe hybrid as the primary options, though powertrain details remain under wraps.
A fully electric Grand Cherokee is expected by 2027 under Jeep’s UAW agreement, but precise timing and specs have yet to be disclosed.
Production will continue at the Detroit assembly plant, with dealer arrivals slated for late 2025.
