The Jeep Cherokee is Back for 2026! First Look

If you have missed the Jeep Cherokee, we have great news for you. In 2026, the Cherokee SUV is coming back to the United States, and our team at Bournival Jeep wants to give you all of the details. Not only will this be redesigned entirely for drivers, but the 2026 Jeep Cherokee will offer an optional hybrid powertrain. In today's article, we're here to confirm what's new with the Cherokee, share some estimates on the release timeline, and invite you in for a test drive as soon as these arrive at our showroom. Let's begin!

It's Official: the Jeep Cherokee is Back for 2026

The all-new Jeep Cherokee will be released as a 2026 model and is expected to be a completely new take on the long-loved SUV. With this redesign, you can bet on the Jeep Cherokee being boxy in shape, featuring more off-road-friendly elements, and getting inspiration from the Grand Cherokee and Wagoneer. It should be in our showroom before you know it, so let this be your teaser for the all-new five-seater.

The Jeep Cherokee is Going Back to the Basics

One thing to note about the 2026 Jeep Cherokee is that it will feature its classic boxy, square design, moving away from the previous modern, rounded one. You can think of it as an homage to the Jeep Cherokee XJ model. With that, you have it positioned between the smaller Compass and the larger Grand Cherokee, working as a new middle ground.

Design highlights include a seven-slot grille, squared-off headlights, and prominent vents.

You Can Bet on the Jeep Cherokee Being a Hybrid

Although the standard Cherokee will be gas, there are confirmations of either a hybrid or plug-in hybrid for 2026. This is thanks to its Stellantis STLA Large platform, which can accommodate various powertrains. The Cherokee will stick to what it does best, all while fitting more into today's auto market.

When the 2026 Jeep Cherokee Will Hit Showrooms

The expected release of the all-new Jeep Cherokee is slated for the end of 2025 and early 2026. Of course, you might receive smaller batches from this SUV in its early phases, eventually increasing to more as we move into next year. The Jeep Cherokee is currently being produced in North America, so it will not have to travel a long way to reach us here in New Hampshire.

Expected release date: End of 2025, beginning of 2026

Get the 2026 Jeep Cherokee at Bournival Jeep

As soon as our dealership gets the Jeep Cherokee SUV, we will be ready to get you inside of it. This re-release is exciting news for many long-time Jeep fans and customers, and our showroom will continue to be a local leader in Jeep sales. You can expect a boxy design, new powertrain options, and better technology than ever when this finally hits the market, and we encourage you to continue keeping an eye on our website here at Bournival Jeep. Big things are ahead, and we will be here to keep you posted!