2026 Jeep® Commander Will Get Bold Refresh

Big news out of Brazil—Jeep® is giving its top-of-the-line Commander (H1) a major mid-cycle refresh for the 2026 model year. Built in Pernambuco and available in both five- and seven-passenger configurations, the D-segment SUV is getting a bold new look, some serious hybrid powertrain options, and a more refined interior.

Hybrid Power Meets Familiar Turbo Performance – 

According to our friends at AutosSegredos, the biggest update is under the hood: electrification. Jeep is introducing its new 48-volt “Bio-Hybrid e-DCT” mild hybrid system to the Commander lineup. It’ll pair with the existing 1.3-liter GSE-T4 Turbo Flex inline-four-cylinder engine—known as the T270—which currently makes 176 horsepower (131 kW) and 202 lb-ft (27.5 kgfm) of torque. Thanks to the hybrid assist, the system will get an extra 28 horsepower (21 kW) and 41 lb-ft (5.6 kgfm) of torque from an integrated electric motor. That electric motor is built right into the new 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (E-DCT), which can also help drive the vehicle in full EV mode at low speeds.

48-Volt Mild-Hybrid System: How It Works – 

The hybrid setup uses a 0.9-kWh 48-volt battery mounted under the driver’s seat. Unlike plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), this system charges itself using the engine and regenerative braking. It offers better fuel efficiency, smoother low-speed driving, and features like engine-off coasting and full stop/start operation in heavy traffic.

New Flex-Fuel Hurricane Engine Coming – 

On top of that, Jeep is preparing the powerful turbocharged 2.0-liter Hurricane4 inline-four-cylinder engine for the Commander, now reworked to accept flex-fuel (gasoline or ethanol). The Hurricane4 engine currently makes 272 horsepower (203 kW) and 300 lb-ft (40.7 kgfm) of torque—and that might go up a bit when running on ethanol. This engine will continue to use the 9-speed automatic and full-time 4×4 system.

Diesel Option Still Available – 

For diesel lovers, don’t worry—Jeep’s 2.2-liter turbo diesel inline-four-cylinder engine is sticking around in a single trim. It makes 200 horsepower (149 kW) and a healthy 339 lb-ft (45.9 kgfm) of torque. Like the Hurricane4-powered models, it’ll use the 9-speed automatic and 4×4 Auto system with low range.

Exterior Updates: Bolder and More Refined – 

Design-wise, the 2026 Commander gets a cleaner, more modern front end. The grille is narrower and blends into new, slimmer headlights. The bumper now houses vertical daytime running lights, and the lower air intake has been redesigned for a more aggressive look.

At the rear, a new LED light bar replaces the old reflector strip, and the bumper gets minor tweaks. New wheels across trims will round out the exterior enhancements.

Interior Touches and Materials – 

Inside, Jeep has updated the seat materials for a fresher feel, though the overall layout remains familiar and upscale for the segment.

Launch Timing and Availability – 

Expect this refreshed Commander to officially debut later this year in Brazil, with sales kicking off shortly after. No word yet on whether these updates could make their way to other markets, but given the global popularity of hybrid tech, it wouldn’t be surprising.

Source: AutosSegredos