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The 2026 Jeep Cherokee pairs a self-charging hybrid powertrain with standard four-wheel drive. At Lucas CDJR in Lumberton, the Cherokee offers five seats, two cargo layouts and available towing equipment without a plug-in charging connection.
Every Cherokee trim has a 1.6L turbocharged four-cylinder working with electric motors and a battery. Regenerative braking recharges the battery, so a home charger is unnecessary. Combined system output is 210 horsepower and 230 lb-ft of torque.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.6L turbocharged four-cylinder |
| Charging type | Self-charging; no plug |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Combined horsepower | 210 hp |
| Combined torque | 230 lb-ft |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| City | 39 mpg |
| Highway | 35 mpg |
| Combined | 37 mpg |
Jeep Active Drive I comes on every Cherokee trim and includes rear-axle disconnect. Base, Laredo, Limited and Overland share that hybrid and four-wheel-drive layout. Trim changes bring different cabin and convenience features.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| System | Jeep Active Drive I |
| Availability | Standard on every trim |
Cherokee seats five in two rows, leaving 33.6 cubic feet behind the rear seats. Folding that row opens 68.3 cubic feet for larger loads. The rear bench has a 60/40 split, allowing part of the row to stay upright.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Rear seats upright | 33.6 cubic feet |
| Rear seats folded | 68.3 cubic feet |
Cherokee is 188.1 inches long and 74.7 inches wide without mirrors. Width grows to 83.6 inches with mirrors. The rear hatch opens to the cargo area, and a 113.0-inch wheelbase sits within that body length.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Length | 188.1 inches |
| Width excluding mirrors | 74.7 inches |
| Width including mirrors | 83.6 inches |
| Body height | 67.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 113.0 inches |
| Ground clearance | 8.0 inches |
| Turning circle | 40.3 feet |
| Approach angle | 19.6 degrees |
| Departure angle | 29.4 degrees |
| Breakover angle | 18.8 degrees |
Front legroom measures 41.3 inches, with 38.5 inches for the rear passengers. Rear headroom is 40.2 inches. Two rows put all five passengers in the cabin while leaving the cargo area behind the rear bench available.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Front legroom | 41.3 inches |
| Rear legroom | 38.5 inches |
| Rear headroom | 40.2 inches |
| Front headroom | 40.3 inches |
|---|---|
| Front shoulder room | 57.7 inches |
| Rear shoulder room | 57.6 inches |
| Front hip room | 55.4 inches |
| Rear hip room | 55.1 inches |
With the Trailer Tow Group and proper equipment, Cherokee can tow up to 3,500 pounds. The package harness comes in four-pin and seven-pin forms. Trailer brakes are recommended above 1,000 pounds and required above 2,000 pounds under the Cherokee towing instructions.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Properly equipped maximum | Up to 3,500 pounds |
| Wiring choices | Four-pin or seven-pin harness |
The standard 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A 10.25-inch digital cluster shows driver information. Laredo and higher trims add a power driver seat, while Limited and higher add a heated steering wheel.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Touchscreen | 12.3 inches |
| Phone integration | Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Power driver seat | Standard from Laredo upward |
| Power driver seat | Standard from Laredo upward |
|---|---|
| Heated steering wheel | Standard from Limited upward |
| Power liftgate | Standard from Limited upward |
| Panoramic sunroof | Standard on Overland; optional below it |
| 360-degree camera | Available on Overland |
Cherokee still needs engine oil and filter service, tires, brakes and 12-volt battery checks. The oil-change indicator calls for oil service, with SAE 0W-20 full synthetic meeting the specified Mopar standard. Tires are inspected at every oil change and rotated at the first sign of irregular wear.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Timing | Oil-change indicator |
| Oil specification | SAE 0W-20 full synthetic meeting the specified Mopar standard |
Basic coverage is three years or 36,000 miles, powertrain coverage is five years or 60,000 miles, and hybrid battery coverage is eight years or 100,000 miles. Each warranty has its own covered components, terms and exclusions. Routine maintenance follows the service schedule.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic | Three years or 36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | Five years or 60,000 miles |
| Hybrid battery | Eight years or 100,000 miles |
No. The Cherokee battery recharges through regenerative braking, so the hybrid has no plug-in charging requirement. A 1.6L turbocharged gasoline engine works with electric motors to drive the vehicle. It uses gasoline and still needs engine maintenance, including oil and filter service, alongside tire, brake and battery checks.
Jeep Active Drive I four-wheel drive is standard on every Cherokee trim. Rear-axle disconnect is part of the system. Base, Laredo, Limited and Overland share the hybrid drivetrain, while their cabin and convenience features differ. There is no front-wheel-drive version in this Cherokee lineup.
No. The 210-horsepower rating is the combined output of the hybrid system, with combined torque of 230 lb-ft. That includes the work of the gasoline engine and electric components. The 1.6L turbocharged four-cylinder is one part of the powertrain; individual component outputs are not added together as a separate rating.
Yes. Cherokee seats five in two rows and has 33.6 cubic feet for luggage behind the rear bench. The maximum of 68.3 cubic feet requires folding that bench and giving up the rear passenger positions. Its 60/40 split lets one portion fold while the other portion stays upright.
Yes. Cherokee towing instructions require trailer brakes above 2,000 pounds and recommend them above 1,000 pounds. Properly equipped towing capacity reaches 3,500 pounds with the Trailer Tow Group. The loaded trailer must also fit the vehicle’s rating, with passengers, cargo and hitch load counted within the truck and trailer limits.
Cherokee tires are rotated at the first sign of irregular wear and inspected at every oil change. There is no single fixed mileage interval for rotation in this schedule. Our service team checks the tires, brakes and 12-volt battery during maintenance; unusual tire wear can need attention before the oil indicator comes on.
Engine oil and filter changes remain part of Cherokee service, along with brake, cooling-system, tire and 12-volt battery checks. The gasoline engine and hybrid components both have scheduled inspections. Lucas CDJR handles those maintenance items according to the vehicle’s schedule and use, including dusty conditions or frequent trailer towing.
Take a Cherokee test drive in Lumberton. We handle your trade-in appraisal and financing, with hybrid maintenance available through service scheduling.
