2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engines | 3.6L Pentastar® V6 vs. New 2.0L Hurricane 4 Turbo

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine Specs & Towing Capacity

Road trip-ready power awaits with either engine in the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee lineup. With the 3.6L Pentastar® V6, you get 293 horsepower and over 500 miles of total driving range. To top it off, fuel economy is identical whether you pick a 4x2 or 4x4 model. One of the new features for the 2026 Grand Cherokee is the available 2.0L Hurricane 4 turbo inline four-cylinder (I4) engine. The available muscle stretches to 324 horsepower with this turbocharged powerhouse, and fuel efficiency improves, too, with up to 21 city and 27 highway MPG.

Both engines for the 2026 Grand Cherokee allow you to tow up to 6,200 pounds. You’ll just have to equip your model with the Trailer-Tow Package, which is available across the trim lineup and standard with the Summit model.

See the accompanying Grand Cherokee engine specs:

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine & Trim Availability

The trim level you pick will determine which engine you get in the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In entry-level trims, you get the reliable power of the 3.6L Pentastar V6. Higher trims come with the new Hurricane engine.

See which trims are available with each Grand Cherokee engine.

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Drivetrain & Suspension Options

One of the hallmarks of the Jeep lineup is rugged 4x4 capability, and the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is no exception. Across the Grand Cherokee trim array, 4x4 systems are either available or standard, including two different 4x4 system choices with varying levels of capability. These 4x4 models give you additional control over the Selec-Terrain® traction management system with auto, sport, rock, snow, and mud/sand modes.

• 4x2 — The standard drivetrain on the Grand Cherokee is rear-wheel drive (4x2), which helps contribute to its exceptional towing abilities, no matter which configuration you choose. This drivetrain extends across the Laredo, Laredo X, Laredo Altitude, and Limited trims.
• Quada-Trac I® 4x4 — This rugged 4x4 drivetrain remains engaged at all times, delivering confident handling over a wide range of terrains and road conditions as the standard equipment of the 85th Anniversary Edition and Limited Reserve models.
• Quada-Drive® II Active 4x4 — Enjoy the advanced capability that comes with full torque vectoring in the Quadra-Drive II Active 4x4 system. This standard system on the Summit trim system can divert up to 100 percent of the available torque to either the front or rear axle.
• Quada-Lift® air suspension — Automatic height adjustments for off-road capability and highway aerodynamics, along with composed handling and a serene ride, are all characteristics you can expect if you opt for a Grand Cherokee with the Quadra-Lift air suspension.

Learn More About the Jeep Grand Cherokee

Take the next step in your research process with assistance from the pros at Imlay City Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. We’ve created in-depth research guides and resources dedicated to helping you better understand what the Grand Cherokee offers for you and your family. For answers to any questions about a specific model, reach out to our team online or by calling (810) 643-2100.

Once you’ve finished the online portion of your research, stop by our Jeep dealership in Imlay City, MI, and take your favorite Grand Cherokee from our available inventory for a test drive.