2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2024 Toyota 4Runner Review

Picture of the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2024 Jeep
Grand Cherokee

MSRP*: $38,035 to $62,560
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota 4Runner

2024 Toyota
4Runner

MSRP*: $40,705 to $55,170
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MPG - City 19 MPG 16 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 70.8 ft3 88.8 - 89.7 ft3
Engine
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 293 hp 270 hp
Towing Capacity 6,200 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 193.5 in 190.2 - 191.3 in
Exterior Width 77.5 in 75.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 32.9 in
Head Room Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 38.6 - 39.3 in
Rear 38.6 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Jeep Grand Cherokee than in the Toyota 4Runner. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Toyota 4Runner.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Jeep Grand Cherokee, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Toyota 4Runner.

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 4Runner, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Jeep Grand Cherokee is much wider than the Toyota 4Runner, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the Jeep Grand Cherokee takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota 4Runner.

Handling
The Jeep Grand Cherokee has the same turning radius as the Toyota 4Runner, 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 4Runner. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has a little more horsepower than the Toyota 4Runner.

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 4Runner.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Toyota 4Runner. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota 4Runner.