2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo vs Laredo X
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is famous for combining road manners for the daily commute with the ability to conquer serious trails. For 2026, Jeep introduces smart updates that make the base SUVs in the lineup more appealing. Should you stick with the capable standard Laredo, or does the slightly more blinged-out Laredo X make sense? Let's break down their features below.
Key Takeaways
- 2026 introduces the optional 324-hp Hurricane turbo-four engine, giving the Grand Cherokee a serious performance boost right out of the gate.
- Every model now gets a massive 12.3-inch infotainment screen as standard.
- Models are in our showroom now!
Pricing and Changes to the 2026 Grand Cherokee's Lineup
For 2026, the Grand Cherokee gets a light refresh that updates both the front and rear styling, adds a new turbocharged four-cylinder to the lineup, and introduces a larger infotainment screen across the board.
A new engine from Stellantis' Hurricane family gives the Grand Cherokee a noticeable bump over the current V-6's output. Every trim now includes a 12.3-inch center touchscreen, and an optional 10.3-inch passenger display joins the list of tech upgrades.
Prices for the full lineup are:
- Laredo: $40,730
- Laredo X: $45,000 (est)
- Limited: $45,985
- Altitude: $46,025
- Laredo Altitude: $46,135
- Limited Reserve: $53,580
- Limited Altitude: $55,000 (est)
- Summit: $62,585
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo vs Laredo X Features
The Grand Cherokee Laredo is a step up from the Laredo A and is for drivers who want something comfortable enough for the Monday-Friday grind but still solid when you decide to get off pavement. The Laredo has enough muscle and control to handle family use and light adventure for weekend warriors. Its available 4x4 system and traction tech make a real difference in inclement weather.
If you want something with a little more polish, the Laredo X builds on the strengths of the Laredo but adds quality materials, better tech, and a more finished feel without sending you into the higher-priced trims.
Under the Hood of the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Most Grand Cherokee trims run a 293-hp 3.6-liter V-6, with the previously mentioned 324-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder offered as an available upgrade option. Both engines pair with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Rear-wheel drive comes standard, and Jeep offers three all-wheel-drive systems with increasing off-road capability, including one system that can send all the power to a single wheel when that's the only possibility for traction.
2026 Grand Cherokee Towing and Fuel Economy
Fuel-economy estimates for the V-6 Grand Cherokee land in the same range you see across most midsize SUVs. It returns 19 mpg in the city, and 26 mpg on the highway, and those numbers hold whether you're running rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Towing limit numbers remain the same as last year, at 6,200 pounds.
Are You Ready for Your 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trim?
If you're starting to narrow down what you want out of your next SUV, you cannot beat these two solid choices. To see how the base Laredo feels or experience the features that the Laredo X has to offer, contact Thunder CDJR today, so you can test drive one or both models!
