2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee — NHTSA overall rating 5/5.
Trim: Limited
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee typically asks about $39,600 versus a $42,100 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns in our catalog (including Air Bags) and 9 owner complaints. Versus 2025, watch city mpg (19 mpg → 21 mpg) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$39,600
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$42,100
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
3
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
9
Top: Power Train
- NHTSA overall
NHTSA overall
5/5
Crash-test overall
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 Grand Cherokee?
Yes — 3 recall campaigns and 9 owner complaints for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Air Bags
2026-05-21
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. A software error in the occupant restraint controller module may cause the delayed deployment of the side air bags during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of…
Campaign 26V328000
Electrical System
2025-10-30
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Campaign 25V741000
Electrical System
2025-09-04
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. A software error within the hybrid control processor may result in a loss of drive power.
Campaign 25V576000
Owner complaints
9 complaints. Top components:
- Power Train4
- Engine2
- Service Brakes1
- Structure1
- Unknown Or Other1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is city mpg (19 mpg → 21 mpg). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2026.
- City MPG
- 19 mpg↑21 mpg
How much does a used 2026 Grand Cherokee cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $39,600 in typical used asking against a $42,100 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $42,100
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $39,600
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$2,500 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2026 Grand Cherokee?
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a range of mid-sized sport utility vehicles produced by American manufacturer Jeep. At its introduction, while most SUVs were still manufactured with body-on-frame construction, the Grand Cherokee has used a unibody chassis from the start. NHTSA safety ratings for a representative 2026 configuration (2026 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SUV N/A 4WD) include an overall score of 5/5, front crash 5/5, side crash 5/5, and rollover 4/5. Rated configurations include: 2026 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SUV N/A 4WD; 2026 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SUV N/A RWD.
- 3 NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA overall safety 5/5
- Front crash 5/5
- Side crash 5/5
- Rollover 4/5
- 2 NHTSA-rated configurations
- EPA combined 23 mpg
- About 193.3 × 77.6 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 293 hp, 22 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
293 hp
Combined MPG
22 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (22 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,909
5-year energy
$9,545
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 22 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 3.6L V6
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 193.3 in
- Width
- 77.6 in
- Height
- 70.9 in
- Wheelbase
- 116.5 in
- Curb weight
- 5368.2 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 21
- Highway MPG
- 26
- Combined MPG
- 22
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
What are the NHTSA crash ratings?
Overall and category scores when NHTSA published them for a representative config.
- Overall
- 5 / 5
- Front crash
- 5 / 5
- Side crash
- 5 / 5
- Rollover
- 4 / 5
- Rated configuration
- 2026 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SUV N/A 4WD
Safety from NHTSA; dimensions from vPIC where available.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | Limited | 4xe |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 293 hp | 375 hp |
| Combined MPG | 22 | — |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 | 2.0L Turbo PHEV |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| EV range | — | 26 mi |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 293 | — | — | 22 | 4WD | |
| 375 | — | — | — | 4WD |