Key Features of the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee
2.0L Hurricane 4 Turbo Engine
The heart of the 2026 Grand Cherokee is the new 2.0L Hurricane 4 Turbo engine, which pairs robust on-demand power with refined response. Rated at a maximum 324 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, it supplies confident acceleration for highway merges and smooth, quiet cruising on rural routes. When properly equipped, this engine also supports a Best-in-Class maximum towing capacity of 6,200 pounds, giving you the muscle to bring a boat or utility trailer along without breaking a sweat. The powerplant’s modern design optimizes performance and efficiency compared to the previous gas engine, and it works seamlessly with the new Gen IV transmission to deliver the right gear at the right time. Whether you are crossing Columbia County or venturing beyond, the Hurricane 4 Turbo proves that real-world strength can be seamlessly integrated with everyday drivability.
Gen IV Transmission
Jeep® matched the Hurricane 4 Turbo with a new Gen IV transmission engineered for precision, performance, and poise. Its shift logic feels intuitive, holding gears when you want power and upshifting for smoothness when you settle in. Rolling hills, stop-and-go traffic, and two-lane passing are all handled with assurance. On the highway, the transmission works in concert with available driver assistance features to reduce fatigue, while on challenging grades it keeps the engine in the sweet spot for momentum and control. The result is a transmission that complements the Grand Cherokee’s dual mission—comfortable daily driving and confident capability—and helps you make the most of every mile.
12.3-Inch Uconnect® 5 NAV Touchscreen
The new standard 12.3-inch Uconnect® 5 NAV touchscreen is the command center for your day. With newly-standard navigation, a trial subscription to SiriusXM®, and Apple CarPlay® support and Android Auto™ compatibility, this display delivers entertainment, information, and seamless connectivity at a glance. The interface is quick, customizable, and thoughtfully laid out, enabling simple access to climate controls, audio, available camera views, and vehicle settings. Voice control helps keep eyes forward, and available features like the 10-inch Head-Up Display and 10.25-inch Digital Cluster Display integrate key info exactly where you want it. For audiophiles, the Summit-standard McIntosh® premium audio system brings up to 19 speakers powered by a 17-channel amplifier—an immersive, concert-level listening experience that outclasses many rivals.
Quadra-Lift® Air Suspension System
The available Quadra-Lift® Air Suspension System is a signature capability upgrade that transforms how the Grand Cherokee adapts to its surroundings. Using electronic semiactive damping, it automatically lowers the vehicle at highway speeds for optimal aerodynamics and stability, then raises ride height when you head off pavement to clear obstacles with confidence. Combined with the available Selec-Terrain® Management System—Auto, Sport, Rock, Snow, and Mud/Sand—the Grand Cherokee intelligently tailors traction, throttle, and shift mapping to current conditions. Choose among available Quadra-Trac I®, Quadra-Trac II®, and Quadra-Drive® II 4x4 systems for the level of capability that fits your routine, from rainy-day traction to backroads and trail outings. It all adds up to a refined ride on-road and authentic Jeep® confidence away from it.
Front Passenger Interactive Touchscreen Display
Available on select trims, the Class-Exclusive Front Passenger Interactive Touchscreen Display brings your copilot into the experience. This QLED screen allows the passenger to manage navigation inputs, send route updates to the central Uconnect® display, and take control of select entertainment features—no more leaning across the console. It reduces distraction for the driver while giving the front passenger a purposeful role. Families also benefit from the available Interior FamCAM on Grand Cherokee L, plus available rear-seat entertainment with seatback-mounted touchscreens, helping keep all rows engaged on longer drives. Pair that with luxurious available appointments such as 16-way power front seats with available massage and multicolor ambient LED lighting, and your everyday cabin becomes a premium space that works as impressively as it looks.