2026 Jeep Cherokee Returns with Bold Design and Hybrid Power – UAE Launch Expected Soon

Abu Dhabi : Jeep has brought back the iconic Cherokee SUV and it's looking fresh with a hybrid heart, teasing petrol, plug-in, and full EV options on a global platform.

• Jeep Cherokee returns globally with a full redesign after exiting in 2023.
• First official images show it has a rugged style with new tech.
• Expected to be launched in UAE in early 2026 following its global debut this year.

Jeep has officially unveiled the first exterior images of the 2026 Cherokee SUV. This confirms the long-awaited return of a legendary nameplate. The new model means a bold step into the future, as it combines the ruggedness of its heritage with top electrified powertrains.

After they discontinued the previous generation in 2023, the upcoming Cherokee re-enters a competitive market with refreshed looks, updated technology, and greener options for engine.

It is expected to be revealed globally later this month, while the UAE market and the likes will likely receive the model in early 2026. That will reinforce the status of the region as a top target for Jeep’s SUV line-up.

Design and Platform: More Muscle, More Tech

The new Cherokee rides on the advanced Stellantis STLA Large platform, which is designed to host a variety of engines, including electric. This same platform will also support future models like the upcoming Compass.

The Cherokee, which has a bold and upright stance, is instantly recognisable and they design it to echo a smaller Grand Cherokee. This is to add visual strength without losing compact-SUV appeal.

At the front, the SUV sports sharp LED headlights with U-shaped DRLs. This surrounds the iconic seven-slot Jeep grille. To add function and style, there's a rugged front bumper with a large scuff plate and pronounced air dams. While the rear view is still under wraps, the side profile shows stylish dual-tone alloy wheels, expected to be 19- or 20-inch.

Engine Options and Electrification Details

• It is built to support petrol, plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and fully electric variants.
• The expected petrol engine will be a 3.0L twin-turbo Hurricane inline-six producing 548 bhp.
• There will probably be hybrid options, which will include mild-hybrid and PHEV setups.
• The full EV model may borrow tech from Wagoneer EV. That is 100 kWh battery, 600 bhp, dual-motor 4WD.

Middle East Availability and Appeal

The Middle East, especially the UAE, is still a critical region for Jeep. The UAE market, which is known for its love of rugged 4x4s and high-performance SUVs, has always embraced the name Cherokee.

Since this is the case, the early next year arrival of the 2026 model is highly probable. Since it has a mix of traditional petrol engines and advanced electrified variants, it will definitely appeal to loyalists and even buyers that are eco-conscious.

Buyers in the UAE can expect a new driving experience that balances the go-anywhere DNA of Jeep with modern-day sustainability and comfort. The manufacturer has designed the new Cherokee, whether heading into the desert or cruising urban roads, to adapt.