2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Details in Tempe, AZ

 

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Specs and Features

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee remains one of the most complete midsize SUV choices on the road, and you can explore every trim at Tempe Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM in Tempe, AZ. Offered in six well-defined trims, including Laredo, Laredo Altitude, Laredo X, Limited, Limited Reserve, and Summit, this two-row SUV blends everyday comfort with genuine four-wheel-drive capability.

Compared to rivals like the Ford Edge, Chevrolet Blazer, and Toyota 4Runner, the Grand Cherokee delivers stronger towing capability, a more advanced 4x4 system lineup, and a more refined cabin. Within the Jeep lineup, it offers more space and power than Compass and Cherokee while remaining more maneuverable than Wagoneer models.

Interior Comfort and Passenger Space

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a two-row SUV with seating for five passengers. Total interior passenger volume measures 144.6 cubic feet, giving the cabin a spacious feel without stepping into full-size territory. The second-row bench seats three, and the layout offers a balanced blend of legroom and cargo flexibility.

Interior dimensions include:

• Front headroom: 39.9 inches
• Front legroom: 41.3 inches
• Front shoulder room: 59.2 inches
• Front hip room: 57.4 inches
• Second-row legroom: 38.2 inches

Rear passengers receive 39.4 inches of headroom, 58.0 inches of shoulder room, and 56.3 inches of hip room. Cargo space measures 37.7 cubic feet behind the second row and expands to 70.8 cubic feet with the rear seat folded.

Available upholstery ranges from durable cloth in Laredo to Capri leather and premium Palermo leather in upper trims. Heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, a heated steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, and available four-zone automatic climate control enhance comfort. Available features include power-adjustable front seats with memory settings, ambient interior lighting, and a hands-free power liftgate.

Exterior Design and Functional Capability

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee maintains its wide stance and confident proportions. Built on a steel uniframe chassis, it measures 193.5 inches long with a 116.7-inch wheelbase. Overall width is 77.5 inches without mirrors and 84.6 inches including mirrors. Standard suspension height is 70.8 inches, while available air suspension slightly adjusts overall height.

Wheel and tire combinations vary by trim:

• 17 x 8-inch Fine Silver painted aluminum wheels with 245/70R17 all-season tires
• 18 x 8-inch low-gloss Highlight Silver painted aluminum wheels with 265/60R18 tires
• Optional 20 x 8.5-inch polished aluminum wheels with Technical Gray pockets
• 20 x 8.5-inch polished Silver Lithos wheels on Summit
• 21 x 9-inch machined aluminum wheels with 275/45R21 tires on Summit Reserve

Standard Laredo tires include Goodyear Fortera HL All-Season. Limited trims ride on Michelin Primacy XC or Primacy LTX All-Season tires. Summit models feature Pirelli Scorpion Verde All-Season rubber, while Summit Reserve uses Continental CrossContact tires.

Available Quadra-Lift air suspension lowers entry height to 18.4 inches at the sill step and raises ground clearance to 10.9 inches. Approach angles reach up to 30.1 degrees with air suspension, while departure angles measure 26.6 degrees with standard suspension.

Exterior color options include:

• Bright White Clear-Coat
• Silver Zynith
• Velvet Red Pearl-Coat
• Diamond Black Crystal Pearl-Coat
• Steel Blue

Additional available colors include Copper Shino Metallic Clear-Coat and Baltic Gray Metallic Clear-Coat.

Performance And Towing Built For Real-World Demands

The standard 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 produces 293 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 260 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. It features aluminum construction, a chain-driven DOHC 24-valve layout, and sequential multiport fuel injection. EPA estimates fuel economy is 19 city and 26 highway mpg for both 2WD and 4WD models.

The engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission with driver-interactive manual control. Gear ratios range from 4.71 in first gear to 0.67 in eighth gear in the 8HP70.

Available drivetrain configurations include rear-wheel drive or full-time active 4x4. Optional transfer cases include a single-speed electronically shifted unit or a two-speed system with a 2.72 low-range ratio.

Maximum towing capacity reaches 6,200 pounds with a 3.45 axle ratio in both 2WD and 4WD configurations. Fuel tank capacity measures 23 gallons.

Suspension uses a multi-link independent front setup and multi-link rear configuration with twin-tube shocks. Electric rack-and-pinion steering features a turning diameter of 38 feet.

Technology that Keeps You Connected

Technology centers on an advanced infotainment system with a large touchscreen interface. Standard and available features include:

• Uconnect® touchscreen system
• Apple CarPlay® compatibility
• Android Auto™ compatibility
• Available premium audio system
• Digital instrument cluster

Additional available features include navigation, wireless smartphone connectivity, wireless charging pad, multi-view camera system, and customizable driver information display.

Safety Systems Designed for Confidence

Standard and available safety features include:

• Four-wheel antilock disc brakes
• Electronic stability control
• All-speed traction control
• Brake assist
• Advanced driver assistance systems

Brake hardware includes 13.94-inch front vented rotors and 13.78-inch rear vented discs with electric boost. Parking brake uses a drum-in-hat design.

Explore the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee in Tempe, AZ

The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee combines powerful engine options, 6,200-pound towing capability, refined interior space, and authentic Jeep four-wheel-drive engineering. Visit Tempe Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM in Tempe, AZ, to compare Laredo, Limited, and Summit trims side by side. If you need additional seating, ask about the Grand Cherokee L models available in our lineup. Test drive your Grand Cherokee today and experience capability engineered for Arizona roads and beyond.

* All fuel economy mpg listing in the content above are manufacturer/EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary.

*Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.