2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Review

Picture of the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2024 Jeep
Grand Cherokee

MSRP*: $38,035 to $62,560
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2024 Toyota
Grand Highlander

MSRP*: $43,320 to $53,795
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MPG - City 19 MPG 20 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 MPG 26 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 70.8 ft3 97.5 ft3
Engine
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 293 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity 6,200 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 193.5 in 201.4 in
Exterior Width 77.5 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 40.0 - 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 - 40.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Grand Highlander than in the Jeep Grand Cherokee, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota Grand Highlander will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Convenience
The Jeep Grand Cherokee requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota Grand Highlander, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Jeep Grand Cherokee or the Toyota Grand Highlander, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a little narrower than the Toyota Grand Highlander, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is slightly shorter than the Toyota Grand Highlander, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Jeep Grand Cherokee has the same turning radius as the Toyota Grand Highlander, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Jeep Grand Cherokee, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Toyota Grand Highlander. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Grand Highlander.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Jeep Grand Cherokee doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota Grand Highlander.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Jeep Grand Cherokee seats a lot fewer people than the Toyota Grand Highlander. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Grand Highlander.