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2026 Jeep Cherokee Overland Tested: Hybrid Powertrain Revives a Legend

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Here is what the page “2026 Jeep Cherokee Overland Tested: Hybrid Powertrain Revives a Legend” contains. The Jeep Cherokee is back for 2026, and this time it's electrified. The Overland trim, tested here, pairs a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with an electric motor for a combined 270 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. That's a significant jump over the outgoing V6, and it arrives with an estimated 30 mpg combined—a figure that finally makes the Cherokee competitive in the crowded compact SUV segment.

Jeep hasn't released official pricing, but expect the Overland hybrid to start around $42,000 when it hits dealers this fall. The 2026 Cherokee rides on Stellantis' STLA Medium platform, shared with the European-market Peugeot 3008, which brings a stiffer body and a more refined ride. Inside, the Overland gets a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a 10.1-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen, both standard. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.

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