2024 Dodge Durango vs. 2024 Toyota Highlander Review

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2024 Dodge
Durango

MSRP*: $39,670 to $95,995
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2024 Toyota
Highlander

MSRP*: $39,270 to $51,675
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MPG - City 12 - 19 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 17 - 26 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 85.1 ft3 84.3 ft3
Engine
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 295-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 360-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 475-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 710-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 293 - 710 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity 6,200 - 8,700 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 200.8 - 201.0 in 194.9 - 197.4 in
Exterior Width 75.8 - 76.4 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 38.6 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 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
The Dodge Durango offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Toyota Highlander, with comparable head- and legroom. The Toyota Highlander offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Dodge Durango, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Dodge Durango requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Toyota 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). The Dodge Durango is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Highlander.

Dimensions
The Dodge Durango is about the same width as the Toyota Highlander. When looking at overall length, the Dodge Durango takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Highlander.

Handling
The Dodge Durango has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Highlander, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

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

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

Utility
The Dodge Durango has less seating than the Toyota Highlander, making the Toyota Highlander the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Dodge Durango as you will in the Toyota Highlander.