2019 4Runner vs. Grand Cherokee Comparison

When the blacktop ends, off-roading enthusiasts will appreciate the unrelenting capabilities of the 2019 Toyota 4Runner, which comes with available Multi-Terrain Select and Hill Start Assist Control (HAC). Meanwhile, the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers similar off-road functions with its available Base Selec-Terrain System and Hill Start Assist. In this off-roading vehicle centric head-to-head comparison, we will take a closer look at the on and off-road functions of these two vehicles as we compare the 2019 Toyota 4Runner and the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee in important categories such as reliability, interior features, and performance.

Published date: 04/07/2019

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Head to Head Comparison: 2019 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Performance: 2019 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Both the 4Runner and the Grand Cherokee are capable off-road vehicles. When carving a new path, off-road enthusiasts know that having functional features is important: in the spirit of this, 4Runner TRD trims offer an active sway bar system, which is not available on the Grand Cherokee. Plus, the 2019 4Runner SR5 4x4 has a lower gross vehicle weight rating at 6,300 lbs vs. the Grand Cherokee Laredo 4WD, which weighs 6,500 lbs.

Off-Road Performance and Power

4Runner gives its drivers peace of mind while exploring. With a greater minimum ground clearance of 9.6-inches, 4Runner handles rough terrain better than Grand Cherokee, which has a minimum ground clearance of 8.6-inches. In addition, the 4Runner has more wheel lugs per wheel, which offers longer wheel-bearing life, less chance of rotor-warping, and greater strength.

In the V6 engine category, 4Runner provides more power compared to Grand Cherokee. Its 4.0 DOHC V6 engine produces a significant 18 lb.-ft. more torque (278 lb.-ft. vs. 260 lb.-ft.) than the Grand Cherokee's standard 3.6 DOHC V6. However, the Grand Cherokee does offer four different engine options, including a Supercharged 6.2L V8, whereas 4Runner offers one engine option.

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Reliability: 2019 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Being able to rely on your off-road vehicle means more time for exploring, and less time in the shop.

Maintenance and Roadside Assistance

With ToyotaCare, all leases and purchases of new Toyota vehicles receive free 24-hour Roadside Assistance for two years/unlimited miles plus no-cost scheduled maintenance for 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first. To compare, Grand Cherokee comes with a 60-month roadside assistance plan up to 60,000 miles, but factory scheduled maintenance plans come at an additional cost.

It's no surprise that Toyota's focus on reliability earned them the title for Best Resale Value Brand for 2018 according to Kelley Blue Book^®. For 2018, Grand Cherokee was named the "Ideal Vehicle in the Mid-Size SUV Segment" in AutoPacific's 2018 review.

Plus, Toyota vehicles were shown overall to be more reliable than Jeep vehicles, according to a 2019 J.D. Power and Associates U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study^SM (VDS) of the owners of three-year-old vehicles. In the same study, Toyota was ranked 2nd overall for reliability.

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Interior: 2019 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Off-road explorers seek out two important interior features in their vehicles: roominess and comfort. The 2019 4Runner takes the cake in both. With 41.7-inches of front legroom, the 4Runner offers more comfort for its driver compared to the Grand Cherokee which has significantly less front legroom at 30.3-inches. Plus, the 4Runner also has available third-row seating, which allows it to seat up to seven passengers. The Grand Cherokee has seating for a maximum of five.

Comfort and Cargo Space

With 4Runner's significant amount of cargo space, drivers can take more of their stuff with them. With rear seats folded down, the 2019 4Runner provides 89.7 cu. ft. of volume – considerably more than Grand Cherokee's 68.3 cu. ft. with rear seats folded down. The 2019 4Runner also offers an optional sliding cargo floor capable of holding 440 lbs that makes loading and unloading easy. Grand Cherokee does not have an optional sliding cargo floor.

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Conclusion: 2019 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee

The 2019 Toyota 4Runner delivers a unique combination of off-road prowess, reliability, and interior function that makes it a tough competitor against any off-road vehicle. In terms of comfort, the 4Runner offers significantly more legroom than the Grand Cherokee, plus optional third-row seating means it can seat up to seven passengers. Grand Cherokee has a maximum seating of five.

Functional touches give 4Runner a leg-up on competition as well. The 2019 4Runner features a higher payload capacity than Grand Cherokee at 1625 lbs vs. 1370 lbs. Plus, the 2019 4Runner has significantly more cargo capacity and its cargo hatch lift-over height is 30.7 inches vs. Grand Cherokee's 32.4 inches.

When looking at reliability, don't forget that J.D. Power 2019 ranks Toyota tied for 2nd in reliability, above the industry average and well above Jeep's 25th ranking. Toyota is also a Kelley Blue Book^® Best Resale Value Brand for 2018.

While the Jeep Grand Cherokee initially starts at a lower base MSRP of $31,945 vs. 4Runner's base MSRP of $35,110, performance models of the Grand Cherokee such as the SRT and Trackhawk can quickly cost more than double the price of the 4Runner (MSRP of $68,145 and $86,650, respectively).

Looking at all the great performance, interior, and reliability features of the 2019 Toyota 4Runner, it is clear why it is the winner of this off-road centric head-to-head competition.

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2017 EPA-estimated city/highway mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2018 EPA-estimated city/highway mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 EPA-estimated 26 city/35 hwy/30 combined mpg for RAV4 LE FWD, XLE FWD, XLE Premium FWD and Limited FWD; 27 city/34 hwy/30 combined mpg for LE AWD; 25 city/33 hwy/28 combined mpg for XLE AWD, XLE Premium AWD, Adventure and Limited AWD. Actual mileage will vary. 2019 RAV4 Hybrid LE, Hybrid XLE, Hybrid XSE and Hybrid Limited preliminary 41 city/38 hwy/40 combined mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA ratings not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary.
2018 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 EPA-estimated 29 city/41 highway/34 combined mpg for Camry L. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 EPA-estimated 29 city/41 hwy/34 combined mpg for Camry L; 28 city/39 hwy/32 combined mpg for LE, SE, XLE 4-Cylinder and XSE 4-Cylinder; 22 city/33 hwy/26 combined mpg for XLE V6; 22 city/32 hwy/26 combined mpg for XSE V6; 51 city/53 hwy/52 combined mpg for Hybrid LE; and 44 city/47 hwy/46 combined mpg for Hybrid SE and Hybrid XLE. Actual mileage will vary.
2018 EPA-estimated 29 city/41 highway/34 combined mpg for Camry L. Actual mileage will vary.
2018 EPA-estimated 29 city/41 hwy/34 combined mpg for Camry L; 28 city/39 hwy/32 combined mpg for LE, SE, XLE 4-Cylinder and XSE 4-Cylinder; 22 city/33 hwy/26 combined mpg for XLE V6; 22 city/32 hwy/26 combined mpg for XSE V6; 51 city/53 hwy/52 combined mpg for Hybrid LE; and 44 city/47 hwy/46 combined mpg for Hybrid SE and Hybrid XLE. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 Prius Prime EPA-estimated 55 city/53 hwy/54 combined mpg. Actual mpg will vary based on driving habits, weather, temperature and road/traffic conditions. For more information on mpg, please see www.fueleconomy.gov.
2020 Prius Prime EPA-estimated 133 combined MPGe when fully charged. Actual MPGe will vary. Battery capacity will decrease with time and use. See www.fueleconomy.gov.
2017 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2017 EPA-estimated 19 city/27 highway/22 combined mpg for Sienna FWD. Actual mileage will vary.
2017 EPA-estimated 54 city/50 highway/52 combined mpg for Prius. Actual mileage will vary.
2017 Prius Prime EPA-estimated combined mpg. Actual mpg will vary based on driving habits, weather, temperature and road/traffic conditions. For more information on mpg, please see www.fueleconomy.gov.
2018 Prius Prime EPA-estimated combined mpg. Actual mpg will vary based on driving habits, weather, temperature and road/traffic conditions. For more information on mpg, please see www.fueleconomy.gov.
2017 Prius Prime EPA-estimated combined MPGe. Actual MPGe will vary depending upon driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, and other factors. Battery capacity will decrease with time and use. For more information, see www.fueleconomy.gov.
2018 Prius Prime EPA-estimated combined MPGe. Actual MPGe will vary depending upon driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, and other factors. Battery capacity will decrease with time and use. For more information, see www.fueleconomy.gov.
2019 Prius Prime 55 city/53 hwy/54 combined mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA estimates not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary. Actual mpg will vary based on driving habits, weather, temperature and road/traffic conditions. For more information on mpg, please see www.fueleconomy.gov.
2019 Prius Prime 133 combined MPGe estimate determined by Toyota. EPA estimates not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary. Actual MPGe will vary for many reasons including driving conditions, and how you drive and maintain/charge your vehicle. Battery capacity will decrease with time and use. See www.fueleconomy.gov
2019 Prius Prime EPA-estimated 55 city/53 hwy/54 combined mpg. Actual mpg will vary based on driving habits, weather, temperature and road/traffic conditions. For more information on mpg, please see www.fueleconomy.gov.
2019 Prius Prime EPA-estimated 133 combined MPGe. Actual MPGe will vary. Battery capacity will decrease with time and use. See www.fueleconomy.gov.
2017 EPA-estimated 67 city/67 highway/67 combined MPGe for Mirai and 312-mile driving range. Actual mileage will vary. Range measurement pursuant to SAE J2601 standards (ambient temperature: 20°C; hydrogen tank pressure when fueled: 70 MPa). Fueling time varies with hydrogen fueling pressure and ambient temperature.
2018 EPA-estimated 67 city/67 highway/67 combined MPGe for Mirai and 312-mile driving range. Actual mileage will vary. Range measurement pursuant to SAE J2601 standards (ambient temperature: 20°C; hydrogen tank pressure when fueled: 70 MPa). Fueling time varies with hydrogen fueling pressure and ambient temperature.
2018 C-HR preliminary 27 city/31 highway/29 combined mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA ratings not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary.
2018 EPA-estimated 19 city/27 highway/22 combined mpg for Sienna FWD. Actual mileage will vary.
2018 EPA-estimated 54 city/50 highway/52 combined mpg for Prius. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 Toyota Avalon XLE preliminary 22 city/32 hwy/26 combined mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA estimates not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 preliminary mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA estimates not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 Corolla Hatchback XSE with automatic transmission preliminary 30 city/38 hwy/33 combined mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA ratings not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 Prius LE, XLE and Limited preliminary 54 city/50 hwy/52 combined mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA ratings not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 Sienna preliminary 19 city/27 hwy/22 combined mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA ratings not available at time of printing. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 EPA-estimated 32 city/40 highway/35 combined mpg for Yaris with automatic transmission. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 preliminary mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA estimates not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 EPA-estimated 30 city/38 highway/33 combined mpg for Corolla L and LE. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 EPA-estimated 53 city/52 highway/52 combined mpg for Corolla LE Hybrid. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 EPA-estimated 31 city/38 highway/34 combined mpg for Corolla XSE. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 Sienna AWD preliminary 18 city/24 hwy/20 combined mpg estimates and Sienna FWD preliminary 19 city/27 hwy/22 combined mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA ratings not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 EPA-estimated 54 city/50 hwy/52 combined mpg estimates for Prius LE, XLE and Limited. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 EPA-estimated 26 city/35 hwy/30 combined mpg for RAV4 LE FWD, XLE FWD, XLE Premium FWD and Limited FWD; 27 city/34 hwy/30 combined mpg for LE AWD; 25 city/33 hwy/28 combined mpg for XLE AWD, XLE Premium AWD, Adventure and Limited AWD; and 41 city/38 hwy/40 combined mpg for RAV4 LE Hybrid, XLE Hybrid, XSE Hybrid and Limited Hybrid. Actual mileage will vary.
2019 EPA-estimated 41 city/38 hwy/40 combined mpg estimates for RAV4 Hybrid AWD. Actual mileage will vary. Based on 2019 RAV4 Hybrid vs. 2019 competitors. Information from www.fueleconomy.gov as of March 4, 2019.
2020 EPA-estimated 24 city/31 highway/26 combined mpg for GR Supra 3.0, 3.0 Premium and Launch Edition. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 preliminary mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA estimates not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 Avalon Hybrid XLE preliminary 43 city/44 highway/44 combined mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA ratings not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 Avalon XLE preliminary 22 city/32 highway/26 combined mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA ratings not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 Prius LE, XLE and Limited EPA 54 city/50 hwy/52 combined mpg estimates. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 EPA-estimated 29 city/41 hwy/34 combined mpg for Camry L; 28 city/39 hwy/32 combined mpg for LE, SE, SE Nightshade; 27 city/38 hwy/31 combined mpg for XLE 4-Cylinder and XSE 4-Cylinder; 22 city/33 hwy/26 combined mpg for XLE V6; 22 city/32 hwy/26 combined for XSE V6; 21 city/31 hwy/25 combined for TRD; 51 city/53 hwy/52 combined mpg for Hybrid LE; and 44 city/47 hwy/46 combined mpg for Hybrid SE and Hybrid XLE. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 Yaris and Yaris Hatchback with automatic transmission EPA 32 city/40 highway/35 combined mpg estimates, and Yaris with manual transmission EPA 30 city/39 highway/34 combined mpg estimates. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 RAV4 EPA-estimated 27 city/35 hwy/30 combined mpg for LE FWD and Limited FWD; 27 city/34 hwy/30 combined mpg for LE AWD; 28 city/35 hwy/30 combined mpg for XLE FWD and XLE Premium FWD; 27 city/33 hwy/29 combined mpg for XLE AWD and XLE Premium AWD; 25 city/33 hwy/28 combined mpg for Adventure; 25 city/32 hwy/27 combined mpg for TRD Off-Road; 25 city/33 hwy/28 combined mpg for Limited AWD; and 41 city/38 hwy/40 combined mpg for LE Hybrid, XLE Hybrid, XSE Hybrid and Limited Hybrid. Actual mileage will vary.
2020 EPA-estimated 31 city/40 highway/34 combined mpg for Corolla SE with automatic transmission. Actual mileage will vary.
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2020 Highlander Hybrid AWD preliminary 35 city/35 hwy/35 combined mpg estimates determined by Toyota. Actual mileage will vary. 2020 Highlander Hybrid vs. 2020 competitors based on manufacturers' data as of 9/19/19.
2020 Highlander Hybrid FWD preliminary 36 city/35 hwy/36 combined mpg estimates determined by Toyota. EPA estimates not available at time of posting. Actual mileage will vary.
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ToyotaCare covers normal factory scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first. Certain models require a different maintenance schedule as described in their Maintenance Guide. 24-hour Roadside Assistance is also included for two years, unlimited mileage. Roadside Assistance does not include parts and fluids, except emergency fuel delivery. See Toyota dealer for details and exclusions. Valid only in the continental U.S. and Alaska.