The Jeep Cherokee is back… but for whom?
This page is translated from the original post "Le Jeep Cherokee est de retour… mais pour qui ?" in French.
- 22/08/2025 12:55
The American market will welcome a new version of the Jeep Cherokee, but is it really ready to face it?
The all-new 2026 Jeep Cherokee emerges as larger, more technological, and hybrid, featuring a 1.6-liter turbo four-cylinder engine with 210 horsepower and 312 Nm of torque. Paired with an electric system, it claims a combined consumption of 6.4 L/100 km and over 800 km of range. Impressive figures that reflect European efficiency… but paradoxically showcased in the American market.
On the outside, Jeep plays it safe with the traditional, albeit somewhat discreet, seven-slot grille and boxy lines. The interior aims to be spacious and connected, featuring a 26 cm digital dashboard, a 31 cm multimedia screen, and a Connect One package offering ten years of OTA updates. Cargo space increases by 30%, perfect for transporting equipment and luggage. However, beyond the gadgets and technology, the 2026 Cherokee struggles to exude character.
Is it a Too Polished Jeep?
This new model seems designed to attract the European clientele, who are more sensitive to energy efficiency, comfort, and downsized engines, rather than raw power. However, in the United States, the SUV tradition still belongs to generous V6 and V8s, SUVs that roar and make their presence felt. This Cherokee, as practical as it may be, gives the impression of being too formatted. A sensible, calculated, almost domesticated SUV. When driving a Jeep, one expects authenticity, not a polished vehicle aimed at pleasing everyone.
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One significant advantage it holds is its pricing position. Available in four trims and starting from €34,000, it emphasizes versatility and comfort at a very accessible price. But the question remains: will American purists be swayed by an SUV that seems designed for a market where sobriety takes precedence over emotion?
In summary, the 2026 Cherokee progresses in efficiency, technology, accessibility, and spaciousness, but loses part of the Jeep soul. For those seeking adventure and character, this hybrid SUV, while attractive on paper, may come off as too European… a continent where it hasn’t been announced yet!
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