2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Last year, Jeep addressed one of our biggest complaints about the Grand Cherokee — its comparatively high price tag — by lowering the MSRP across the board. It helped, but the venerable nameplate is still one of the pricier options in its class. That said, it's also one of the most capable, with off-road and towing capabilities that exceed most of the rest of the class. It's also supremely comfortable around town and on the highway, with a quiet and roomy interior for five people. While we don't expect major changes for the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee, recent reports suggest that Jeep parent company Stellantis is about to restart production of its Hemi V8s. And since Jeep offered a 5.7-liter V8 in the Grand Cherokee until relatively recently, it stands to reason that the mighty eight-cylinder could reappear in the JGC for 2026.

Edmunds spotlight: On-road and off-road champ

The Jeep name carries a certain weight, and the Grand Cherokee lives up to its badge with surprising off-road capabilities. Depending on the model you choose, you can get a low-range transfer case, locking differentials, and even an air suspension that can raise the height of this SUV to afford almost 11 inches of ground clearance. However, around town you'd be hard-pressed to know that it's ready to tackle a trailhead. Unlike many off-road ready SUVs, the Grand Cherokee coddles its passengers with a comfortable ride.

Competitors to consider

The Grand Cherokee's dual personality makes it tough to cubbyhole. On one hand, the Ford Bronco is more capable off-road, but it's not as luxurious or roomy. The recently redesigned Toyota 4Runner is also off-road-ready and comes closer to the Grand Cherokee in comfort but isn't quite as plush inside. The Lexus GX is more expensive, but it is luxuriously appointed, and since it's based off the Toyota Land Cruiser, it's very capable off-road.

The Grand Cherokee is comfortable and capable, a rare combination. It's also spacious and can tow. But even with last year's price cuts, it's still expensive, with upper trims stretching into luxury car territory. It's nice enough, but whether Jeep has the same cachet as Lexus is up to you.