Update: All sections have been revised with the latest information.
The fifth-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee, introduced in 2021, is set for a mid-cycle refresh in late 2025. The Grand Cherokee is Jeep’s best-selling vehicle, and the plug-in hybrid variant, known as the Grand Cherokee 4xe, ranks as America’s third best-selling vehicle in its class.
In 2024, the 4xe accounted for around 13% of Grand Cherokee sales, and we quite enjoyed our time with the vehicle last year. Here’s what we expect from the facelift, which will be introduced in the U.S. as the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe.
Design
Spy photos and official teasers released by Jeep earlier this year of the gas-powered Summit model reveal subtle changes, reflecting Jeep’s intent to enhance rather than overhaul the SUV’s successful design.
Noticeable changes include the repositioned Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) sensors. The 2026 model includes a revised radiator grille with sharp horizontal slats, and vertical side elements housing slim LED fog lamps. A subtle metallic trim outlines sections of the lower fascia, lending a premium touch.
Additionally, the company usually offers new color choices with facelifts, and we anticipate the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe to receive fresh paint and wheel options to retain the appeal of the lineup.
Interior
The official teaser of the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee indicates a new infotainment screen which is wider, almost covering the width of the center air vents, with dials for volume and tuning on either side. Jeep looks to be shifting to a complete haptic touch system for the HVAC panel, which sits just below.
We’re expecting the larger 12.3-inch infotainment system to upgrade, bringing faster processing, clearer graphics, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Improved interior materials are also on the cards. As we found out in our review, the current-generation Grand Cherokee‘s interior already sets decent standards, but Jeep will likely introduce softer-touch surfaces, additional color combinations and thicker, higher-quality trim finishes in the 2026 model. This would enhance the feeling of luxury, positioning it strongly against premium competitors.
Specifications
Some Jeep models are slated to upgrade to the 2.0-liter GME-T4 ‘EVO’ I4 engine. MoparInsiders has it on authority that the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe will continue with the 2.0-liter engine with twin electric motors, which develops 375 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque.
Another upgrade reported by MoparInsiders for the 2026 Wrangler 4xe and the incoming Gladiator 4xe is the ZF’s new 8HP80PH plug-in hybrid transmission. Its electric motor produces 215 hp (160 kW) and 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) torque, up sharply from the current 134 hp (100 kW) and 181 lb-ft (245 Nm). The result should be faster acceleration, smoother gear changes, and better fuel economy.
The gearbox’s modular design reduces wiring, improves safety, and lowers maintenance. Vehicles using this gearbox can travel 50 km (31 miles) on electric power alone at speeds up to 120 km/h (74.5 mph). It remains to be seen if this transmission is introduced in the Grand Cherokee 4xe facelift, which currently manages 25 miles of EV mode range.
Price & Release Date
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is expected to be launched in the last quarter of 2025, reaching dealerships soon after. The vehicle is built in the U.S. at the Jefferson and Mack plants. Pricing should remain close to current figures, starting at approximately USD 61,000 and climbing toward USD 80,000 for premium Summit models.
TopElectricSUV says
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe should deliver meaningful refinements rather than wholesale changes. Updated styling, enhanced interior features, and potentially increased emphasis on hybrid power will keep it competitive against newer rivals.
Given the increasing demand for efficient, premium SUVs in the U.S., it doesn’t make sense for Jeep to keep the upgraded ‘EVO’ engine and ZF plug-in hybrid transmission away from the Grand Cherokee for long.
Featured image: TopElectricSUV’s earlier rendering of the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe
An automobile engineer by training, I’ve analyzed the global car market since 2005, with a keen focus on EVs since 2008. My journey in online automotive publishing spans 17 years, during which I have reviewed cutting-edge automotive technologies and interviewed leading global CEOs and vehicle developers.
