Jeep Cherokee KM

America's original influencer returns for its sixth generation. The all-new Jeep Cherokee promises to influence its owners to get up and go out for more with new ways to get them hooked on touring.

2026 Jeep Cherokee

Starting at $35,000 plus additional costs, the all-new Jeep Cherokee wants its followers not to call it a comeback because having come back from its two-year hiatus, this full model change is all about regaining traction from its fans since the previous KL model.

2026 Jeep Cherokee

2026 Jeep Cherokee interior

Although distinctively crossover from top to bottom, the all-new Cherokee sports a squarish styling that harks back to the GOAT of the Cherokee lineage, the XJ model, but with a more modern take to comply with the new normal. This model is all about moving forward and remembering the classics at the same time.

Step inside, it's business as usual for the all-new Cherokee. On the driver's side, it features a new 12.3-inch touchscreen with Uconnect service and smartphone connectivity, an available digital rear view mirror, a wireless charging pad, and others. As for spacing, the all-new Cherokee has up to 68.3 cubic feet with the second-row seats folded down, more than enough for almost different situation, from business to pleasure. It even comes with the available Foot Activated Liftgate for added convenience.

2026 Jeep Cherokee

The new model excels in convenience; however, its performance has some drawbacks. The Cherokee KM is exclusively equipped with a 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo hybrid powertrain, paired only with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). This combination delivers 210 horsepower, achieves 37 miles per gallon combined, offers a driving range of 500 miles, and provides a towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds. On the upshot, the all-new Cherokee, like all good Jeeps, has 4x4 as standard, giving it all-weather capability even on tarmac, gravel, or snow.

For safety, the all-new Cherokee is packed with numerous safety features such as a 360-degree surround view camera, Full Speed Forward Collision Warning Plus, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path Detection, Intersection Collision Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Driver Drowsiness Detection, among others.

The all-new sixth-generation Cherokee may not surpass its predecessors, but it still embodies the true Cherokee spirit, encouraging its owners to venture outdoors. It aims to compete strongly against its Asian rivals, setting its sights on them. Ultimately, it remains America’s original influencer.

Available Colors: Bright White Clear-Coat, Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat, Hydro Blue Pearl-Coat, Red Hot Pearl-Coat, Silver Zynith Clear-Coat, '41, and Sting-Gray Clear-Coat.

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