--- title: "Jeep Just Confirmed the Cherokee Trailhawk Is Coming Back" date: "2026-06-22" modified: "2026-06-22" authors: - name: "Joel Feder" job_title: "Director of Content and Product" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/joel-feder" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/jeep-just-confirmed-the-cherokee-trailhawk-is-coming-back" categories: - "Jeep News" - "News" - "News by Brand" tags: - "suv/crossover" --- # Jeep Just Confirmed the Cherokee Trailhawk Is Coming Back ![2027 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk teaser]() *\Stellantis\* [Jeep]() really wants you to have the [new Cherokee]() on your shopping list, and part of that sales pitch is the notion that its small SUV is adventure ready. But, the lack of a Trail Rated (Jeep's marketing lingo, not ours) model has been notable since the iconic nameplate returned earlier this year. That changed today. On Monday, Jeep confirmed the Cherokee Trailhawk is returning and provided the first glimpse of its latest model to deliver "more off-road capability." Last year, [Jeep CEO Bob Broderdorf told us]() the new Jeep Cherokee would still be capable off-road. To date, that's been a promise that hasn't been met, yet. But Broderdorf did say it would take time for additional models of the [hybrid-only crossover]() to roll out. Indeed. The Cherokee Trailhawk sports a revised front fascia with red tow hooks. It's hard to see much else from the tight shot aside from the fact that the main bumper isn't body colored, but we would hope that approach (and departure) angles are improved over the street-oriented models on sale today. Smaller wheels and larger rubber would be appropriate and expected. Don't expect much change to the powertrain. Today, the Cherokee is only offered with a 1.6-liter turbo-four hybrid powertrain with 210 horsepower and 230 lb-ft of torque sent to all four wheels via an e-CVT. A two-speed transfer case is likely out of the picture, but a rear locker might be onboard for the Trailhawk model. Extra off-road drive modes surely will be along for the ride. Jeep hasn't said anything beyond releasing the single teaser image, noting the automaker is gearing up for more off-road capability, and that more information will come at a later date. Not a moment too soon as the automaker's been a [bit lost in the wilderness]() and fans are hoping it can find the trail again. *Got a tip about future product? Send us a line at tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Overseeing what you see, read, touch, hear, and interact with from the vast lakes of Minnesota, Joel Feder shapes how The Drive looks and operates as the head of content and product initiatives. On a daily basis, Joel leads the newsroom and editorial staff playing point on both short-term coverage and long-term strategic plans. His mission is to help ensure The Drive shapes the future of automotive media by helping the team execute original reporting, breaking news, and exclusive opportunities. Regarded as an industry insider and recognized by colleagues, fellow journalists, and manufacturers as a point-person and leader in the industry, Joel owns and runs the largest automotive professionals group on Facebook in an effort to serve and help others. Joel serves as a juror for the World Car Awards. In addition, he is the board chair and chair of the governance and nominating committee for Move Forward MN, a local non-profit that helps at-risk youth with barrier-free mental health and housing services. While you’re reading this he’s either on his computer or iPhone chasing the latest news or drafting a story. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]() [Bluesky]() [Email]()