Jeep Cherokee Laredo Hybrid 4x4 | Hitch 3500 lbs *ARRIVAGE NOVEMBRE 2026*2027 Jeep Cherokee Laredo 4x4: the hybrid mid-size SUV you never have to plug in
The Cherokee is back, bigger, squarer and a lot smarter. Its 1.6L hybrid powertrain never needs a charging station: it recharges itself as you drive and delivers up to 800 kilometres of range on a single tank. This Laredo 4x4 unit arrives in Bright White with a monochrome finish, a Global Black cabin in embossed cloth and the factory trailer tow package already installed. It is an SUV that costs very little to run Monday through Friday, keeps a genuine Jeep all-wheel-drive system for storm mornings, and still agrees to pull a trailer on the weekend.
Performance and driving
At the heart of this Cherokee is a 1.6L turbocharged four-cylinder working alongside two electric motors housed inside the EVT transmission. Together they produce a combined 210 horsepower and 230 lb-ft of torque, and that power arrives in a very different way than it would from a conventional engine.
The moment you touch the accelerator, the electric side responds instantly. No hesitation, no waiting for a downshift: in town the Cherokee pulls away smoothly, and on the highway the passing power needed to get around a transport truck comes with real confidence. The EVT transmission deserves much of the credit, since there are no fixed gears to work through and the driving behaviour stays linear and quiet. Add a wheelbase stretched by 162 mm and you get a stable SUV that is genuinely pleasant on long drives.
Jeep Active Drive all-wheel drive is standard and works continuously. The Selec-Terrain system still lets you choose between Auto, Sport, Snow and Sand/Mud modes, and with 203 mm (8 inches) of ground clearance the Cherokee handles an unplowed driveway or a gravel road without drama.
A hybrid that changes none of your habits
This is probably its strongest argument. You plug in nothing and you never plan a trip around a charging stop: the electric motor replenishes itself under braking and deceleration, then takes over at low speed to save fuel.
The official ratings published in Canada come in at 6.1 L/100 km in the city, 6.7 L/100 km on the highway and 6.3 L/100 km combined. Unusually, this Cherokee therefore uses less fuel in town than on the highway, the opposite of a traditional gas SUV. For anyone piling up short trips and repeated restarts, the savings are visible by the end of the month.
Towing: the hitch is already there
Properly equipped, the 2027 Cherokee tows up to 1,587 kg (3,500 lb). This unit carries the factory-installed trailer tow package, which means it can put that capability to work from day one.
The number matters in this segment, because plenty of hybrid mid-size SUVs stop well short of it. In practical terms, 3,500 lb opens the door to a loaded utility trailer, a two-sled snowmobile trailer, a small fishing boat or a tent trailer.
One reminder that prevents unpleasant surprises: this capacity covers the trailer and everything you put in it. A camper advertised at 2,800 lb dry no longer weighs 2,800 lb once water and gear are aboard, and our team can run the numbers with you before you buy.
Design and exterior style
The new Cherokee wears a straighter, squarer silhouette that is far truer to Jeep's DNA. The seven-slot grille remains the signature, carried by a body that has grown in every direction: 4,778 mm long, 1,898 mm wide, 1,715 mm tall, on a 2,869 mm wheelbase.
This unit leans on Bright White in a monochrome finish. No contrasting roof, just a clean, uniform colour that highlights the taut lines and hides road grime and winter salt better than a dark shade. The 18-inch aluminum wheels fill the arches properly without falling into the oversized-rim trap that ruins ride comfort, and the LED front fog lamps round out the lighting signature.
Comfort and life on board
This is where the progress is most obvious. Those 162 extra millimetres of wheelbase translate directly into rear legroom: two adults settle in without negotiating with the front passengers, and passenger volume reaches 3,040 L.
The cargo area follows the same logic, with 952 L behind the second row and up to 1,935 L once the seatbacks are folded, roughly 30 percent more than before. In plain terms: a week of luggage for four, the hockey bags and the groceries, or the camping gear without playing Tetris.
This unit gets embossed cloth seats in Global Black, a finish that stands up well to family use, along with a 10-way power driver's seat that makes finding the right position on a long drive far easier. Heated front seats and a heated premium-wrapped steering wheel are standard on the Laredo, and anyone who has started a vehicle at minus 25 knows exactly what that is worth. At low speed, when the electric motor is doing the work, the cabin is also remarkably quiet.
Technology and connectivity
The Laredo arrives with the 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen at the centre of the dash and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster ahead of the driver. Two crisp, quick displays that are easy to read at a glance.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connect wirelessly. You get in, the phone stays in your pocket, and your music, messages and navigation appear on screen. For anyone making several stops a day, not having to plug in a cable every time quickly becomes essential. The driver display can also be configured around what you want to follow, including the hybrid system's energy flow.
Safety and driver assistance
Jeep counts more than 140 safety features on the Cherokee, but the active systems are the ones that genuinely change something behind the wheel. Adaptive cruise control with stop and go maintains your chosen following distance and can bring the Cherokee to a complete stop in traffic. Active Driving Assist adds another layer: using cameras and sensors, it helps keep the vehicle centred in its lane and can accelerate or brake as needed. On a long drive, fatigue drops noticeably.
Forward collision warning watches for pedestrians and obstacles, with an alert and braking if the situation calls for it, while active lane management applies a gentle steering correction if you drift. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross path detection make lane changes and backing out of a parking spot safer. Drowsy driver detection and rain-sensing wipers round things out, two small systems you come to appreciate.
What sets this unit apart
- Factory-installed trailer tow package
- Bright White in a monochrome finish
- Embossed cloth seats in Global Black
- 18-inch aluminum wheels
- Heated front seats and heated wrapped steering wheel
- 10-way power driver's seat
- LED front fog lamps
- Jeep Active Drive all-wheel drive with Selec-Terrain
Why buy at Daniel Paré Dodge Chrysler
At Daniel Paré Dodge Chrysler, we have been selling Jeeps long enough to know the right vehicle is not the one with the longest spec sheet, but the one that fits your reality: your kilometres, your budget, your trailer, your driveway in January.
Our two locations, in Sainte-Marie and Saint-Malachie, give you a team that knows Jeep mechanicals inside out, including the new hybrid powertrains, and that stays available well after delivery. Financing, trade-in, servicing, genuine parts and accessories are all handled in one place, by people you will see again. We also take the time to let you drive the vehicle in realistic conditions, because a hybrid makes far more sense from the driver's seat than in a conversation about numbers.
Six things this Cherokee Laredo does better than the segment average
- It burns less fuel in the city than on the highway, which rewards daily driving instead of penalizing it
- It asks for no charging station and no change in habits, only fewer stops at the pump
- It tows up to 3,500 lb when properly equipped, ahead of several hybrid mid-size rivals
- It keeps standard Jeep all-wheel drive, with the Snow and Sand/Mud modes of the Selec-Terrain system
- It frees up 1,935 L of cargo space with the seats folded, a figure that plays with the big names
- It includes heated seats and a heated steering wheel as standard, which matters from November through April
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to plug in this hybrid Cherokee?
Never. The system recharges itself, mainly under braking and deceleration. There is no charging station to install and no cable to carry around. You fill it with gas like any other vehicle, simply less often.
What kind of fuel consumption should I expect?
The official Canadian ratings are 6.1 L/100 km city, 6.7 L/100 km highway and 6.3 L/100 km combined, with up to 800 kilometres of range on a tank. Your real-world result will vary with temperature, driving style and winter tires, but the city advantage stays clear because the electric motor often takes over at low speed.
How much can this Cherokee tow, and is this unit ready for it?
Properly equipped, it pulls up to 1,587 kg (3,500 lb), and this unit has the factory trailer tow package. Keep in mind that this capacity covers the trailer plus its load, not just the empty trailer, and that it should not be confused with the payload carried inside the vehicle.
How does it handle a Quebec winter?
Jeep Active Drive all-wheel drive is standard and works continuously, with nothing for you to switch on. Selec-Terrain adds a Snow mode that softens power delivery to limit wheelspin from a standstill. With 203 mm of ground clearance and a good set of winter tires, the Cherokee copes very well with packed snow and poorly plowed back roads.
Is it big enough for a family?
Yes. The wheelbase gained 162 mm, which benefits the rear seats, where two adults travel comfortably. Cargo space runs to 952 L behind the second row and up to 1,935 L with the seats folded, enough for a family of four's luggage or the kids' sports equipment.
What does the Laredo trim add?
The Laredo adds heated front seats, a 10-way power driver's seat, a heated premium-wrapped steering wheel, 18-inch aluminum wheels and LED front fog lamps. It is the version that delivers the everyday comfort buyers expect without stepping up to the more luxurious trims.
Who is this Cherokee for?
For someone who covers a lot of ground during the week and wants to cut their fuel bill without going fully electric. For a family that needs space, safety and all-wheel drive they can count on in winter. And for anyone who wants to keep the option of pulling a small trailer now and then.
Why buy this Cherokee at Daniel Paré Dodge Chrysler?
Because you are dealing with a team established in Sainte-Marie and Saint-Malachie that knows the Jeep lineup in depth and stays with you from the first test drive through the servicing years that follow. You get local service, a shop trained on the new hybrid powertrains, and honest advice on the configuration that actually suits how you drive.
Original Manufacturer's Warranty: 60 months or 100,000 KM
