2024 Dodge Hornet vs. 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Review

Picture of the 2024 Dodge Hornet

2024 Dodge
Hornet

MSRP*: $31,400 to $46,400
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander

2024 Toyota
Grand Highlander

MSRP*: $43,320 to $53,795
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MPG - City 21 MPG 20 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 26 - 28 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 97.5 ft3
Engine
  • 268-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 288-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 268 - 288 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 178.0 in 201.4 in
Exterior Width 82.0 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Info not available Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Info not available 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

Convenience
With the Toyota Grand Highlander, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Dodge Hornet, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). Clearly, the Dodge Hornet is a better financial choice over the Toyota Grand Highlander, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Dodge Hornet is much wider than the Toyota Grand Highlander, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Dodge Hornet, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota Grand Highlander.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Grand Highlander is clearly the choice over the Dodge Hornet for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Dodge Hornet and the Toyota Grand Highlander.

Powertrain
The Dodge Hornet has much lower torque than the Toyota Grand Highlander, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Dodge Hornet seats a lot fewer people than the Toyota Grand Highlander.