Although we’ve seen an unseasonal warm-up recently, winter is still clinging onto us here in Owasso. When the temperatures drop and the skies across Oklahoma turn grey, many drivers in the area begin to wonder if their vehicle is going to be able to handle another winter season. If your weather app says 15 degrees, is your car, truck, or SUV going to turn over? Will it be able to safely traverse the slushy conditions on the local highways?
Whether you’re reading this page when it was first posted and want to prepare for the event that the temperature drops again, or you’re preparing for a fresh winter season, it might be time for a new vehicle if you’re worrying about these things. You shouldn’t focus on surviving winter driving when you could be mastering it. The Jeep brand has spent decades perfecting the art of the 4x4, and the 2026 lineup available at Jim Glover CDJRF is the most winter-ready yet. We’ve put together a list of the best Jeep models for daily driving in winter (in no particular order), so read on if you’re in the market for a new SUV.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
The first model we want to address is the Jeep Grand Cherokee, which is the perfect model for professionals who need to get to the office regardless of the forecast. This midsize crossover balances premium interior comfort with mechanical capabilities and grit. Here are some of the highlights that make it a great choice for daily winter driving:
- Selec-Terrain Traction Management
- This incredible feature allows you to select between different driving modes, including “Snow Mode.” Triggering this mode automatically adjusts the 2.0L Hurricane Turbo engine’s throttle response and shifts the transmission into a higher gear.
- Quadra-Lift Air Suspension
- If you need to get through deep snow – for example, your driveway after a fresh snow when you don’t have time to shovel before work – you can use this incredible technology to simply raise your vehicle’s height. All it takes is the touch of a button to easily clear obstacles without scraping your undercarriage, or in this case to avoid the snow.
- Winter Essentials
- The Grand Cherokee isn’t just capable through the snow, but it’s also a premium, near-luxury vehicle packed full of top-tier features and tech. That means you’ll also benefit from the winter essentials, like remote start, heated seats, and even a heated steering wheel, all of which ensure your warmth before you even leave the driveway.
Jeep Wrangler
This one should be the most obvious inclusion on the list. The Jeep Wrangler is an iconic off-road vehicle built to tackle all kinds of rough terrain, snow and ice are often a piece of cake for such a machine. It’s an especially good choice for those of you living in rural areas where snowplows might not reach fast or often enough.
- Selec-Trac 4x4 System
- If you opt for the available Selec-Trac full-time 4x4 system, your vehicle will be capable of automatically switching between 2WD and 4WD based on the traction it senses, so you don’t have to guess when to engage it.
- Visibility
- Thanks to the rugged stance of the Wrangler, as well as its large mirrors, you’ll have a superior field of vision when visibility drops due to heavy snowfall or anything similar.
- Plug-in Hybrid 4xe
- If you’re willing to transition to a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, then the Wrangler 4xe would make a great winter daily driver. Its ability to deliver instant torque makes it great at getting out of sticky situations — or, more fittingly, slippery ones.
Jeep Compass
While the Jeep Compass might seem like a strange choice at first due to its size as a compact crossover, it’s honestly a sleeper pick when it comes to winter driving. This is especially true if you’re looking to improve the fuel efficiency of your daily commute without sacrificing capabilities or winter safety.
- Standard AWD
- Unlike most of its competitors, every single 2026 Jeep Compass comes standard with an all-wheel drive system. That’s a huge benefit for a small urban driver like this.
- Trailhawk Hardware
- This model is available with the iconic Trailhawk trim level, which is known for adding off-road capabilities that – as we mentioned – also apply to winter driving. With the Compass Trailhawk, you’ll get Falken WILDPEAK All-Terrain tires and a dedicated “Rock” driving mode that works great on frozen ground.
- Urban Maneuverability
- Its small size and stature actually work out to be a benefit too, as its smaller footprint makes it much easier to handle on slick city streets or while navigating the tight, icy parking lots spread across Tulsa.
Why Buy From Jim Glover CDJRF?
If you think you’ve come to a decision on which vehicle you might be interested in, you’ve come to the right place. We can help you get behind the wheel of your brand-new Jeep SUV, but that’s only half the battle. In order for your new Jeep vehicle to really tackle the winter season year after year, you’ll need a good support system to help with regular maintenance and any services that come up. We’re ready to support you on your journey regardless of the season, so get in touch with us if you have any questions or to inquire about availability.