2024 Toyota Grand Highlander vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Comparison
Highlighted Features
2024 Grand Highlander
2024Grand Cherokee L
Adaptive cruise control
Yes
Yes
Engine
2.4L inline 4-cylinder
3.6L Pentastar V6
Horsepower
265
290
Estimated Combined (MPG)
23
21
Speakers
6
6
Base MSRP
$44,920
$40,035
Whole vehicle warranty months / (miles)
36 / 36000
36 / 36000
Roadside assistance months / (mi)
24 / 25000
60 / 60000
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Toyota Grand Highlander vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Performance
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged 16-valve D-4S injection engine with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) delivering a maximum of 265 horsepower and 310 lb.-ft of torque. The Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a standard 3.6L Pentastar® V6 Engine with an output of up to 293 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft of torque. Available on the Grand Cherokee L is a 5.7L HEMI® V8 engine that delivers 357 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft of torque.
- Toyota Grand Highlander comes standard with Front-Wheel Drive (FWD), while All-Wheel Drive (AWD) is available on XLE and Limited grades and standard on the Platinum grade. Most Grand Cherokee L models come standard with rear-wheel drive with the option for All-Wheel Drive (AWD), while the Overland, Summit, and Summit Reserve come with All-Wheel Drive (AWD).
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has a Direct Shift-8AT 8-speed Electronically Controlled automatic transmission (ECT). Similarly, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has an 8-speed automatic transmission.
- Every Toyota Grand Highlander has Drive Mode Select (DMS) with Sport, Eco, Normal, and Snow Modes. Sport Mode comes standard on the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, while the Selec-Terrain® System is exclusively standard on the Overland, Summit, and Summit Reserve trims. Likewise, the Quadra-Trac II® 4WD System for off-roading is standard for select trims of the Grand Cherokee L.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds. The Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a towing capacity of up to 6,200 pounds.
Toyota Grand Highlander vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Fuel Economy
- The Toyota Grand Highlander models with a Front-Wheel Drive system have EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 21 mpg in the city, 28 mpg on the highway, and 24 mpg combined. The Limited and Platinum models with All-Wheel Drive have EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 20 mpg in the city, 26 mpg on the highway, and 22 mpg combined.
- The Jeep Grand Cherokee L has EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 19 mpg in the city, 26 mpg on the highway, and 22 mpg combined. The 4x4 Grand Cherokee L trims have EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 18 mpg in the city, 25 mpg on the highway, and 21 mpg combined.
Available Models (7)
Toyota Grand Highlander vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Technology
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has a 6-speaker audio system and a 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility, Android Auto™ compatibility, and a 3-month SiriusXM® trial. The Limited trim has an upgraded 11-speaker JBL® Premium Audio system, including a subwoofer and amplifier.
- The Jeep Grand Cherokee L has six speakers and an 8.4-in. Touch Screen Display on the starting trims and nine amplified speakers with a subwoofer and a 10.1-in. Touch Screen Display on the Overland, Summit, and Summit Reserve trims. Apple Carplay® compatibility, Google Android Auto™ compatibility and integrated voice command are standard on all trims. The Laredo, Laredo X, Altitude, and Altitude X come with a 1-month trial of SiriusXM® Radio, while the higher trims come with a SiriusXM® 360L trial.
- Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with a charge indicator light is standard on all models of the Toyota Grand Highlander. On the other hand, a wireless charging pad is standard only on the Altitude and Altitude X trims of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has seven USB-C ports and two 12V outlets. The Limited trim also has two 120V auxiliary AC power outlets. On the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, a 12-Volt auxiliary power outlet, a rear cargo-area 12V power outlet, and a full-function media hub with a 2-USB Plus aux port are included on all trims.
- A Smart Key System on all doors and liftgate with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, panic and liftgate functions are standard on all grades of the Toyota Grand Highlander. On the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Front Door and liftgate, passive entry and lock, and a push-button are included on all trims. Remote start is available on the Toyota Grand Highlander via the 1-year trial[trial_remote_connect_21mm-disclaimer] of Remote Connect included on all Grand Highlander models. (4G Network dependent. Subscription required after trial) In contrast, Remote Start is included only on the Jeep Grand Cherokee Altitude and higher trims and is available as an option on the Laredo and Laredo X.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander comes with an up to 30-day/3GB trial of Wi-Fi Connect with AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and a 1-month trial of Integrated Streaming with Apple Music® and Amazon Music compatibility (separate subscriptions required) — Wi-Fi Connect is 4G network dependent. Similarly, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hot Spot with Trial is included on all trims of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.
Safety & Convenience
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has eight airbags, including a driver airbag, front passenger airbag, driver knee airbag, seat cushion airbag (passenger), front side airbags, and curtain shield airbags. Comparatively, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L comes with advanced multistage front airbags, supplemental front seat-mounted side airbags, supplemental side-curtain front and rear airbags, a driver-inflatable knee-bolster airbag, and a passenger inflatable knee-bolster airbag on all trims.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander is equipped with a Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) on all trims. In contrast, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L comes with Blind-Spot and Cross-Path Detection on all trims.
- All Toyota Grand Highlander models come with Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 (TSS 3.0), including a Pre-Collision System w/ Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert w/ Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, Automatic High Beams, and Proactive Driving Assist.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander is equipped with the Star Safety System™ including Electronically Controlled Braking (ECB), Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST).
- All Jeep Grand Cherokee L models come with an Active Lane-Management System, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Electronic Stability Control, Four-Wheel Traction Control, Full-Speed Forward-Collision Warning Plus, Trailer Sway Damping, Speed Control, and Hill-Start Assist. Some features like Rough Road Cruise Control, Side Distance Warning, ParkSense® Rear Park-Assist with Stop, Intersection Collision-Assist and Active Driving Assist, Drowsy Driver Detection, and Side Distance Warning are exclusively included in selected trims.
- All trims of the Grand Highlander come with a backup camera with dynamic gridlines, whereas the Grand Cherokee L comes with a ParkView® Rear Back-Up Camera on the Laredo, Laredo X, Altitude, Altitude X, Limited, and Overland, and a Surround View Camera System on the Summit and Summit Reserve. An Integrated off-road camera is exclusively standard on the Summit and Summit Reserve and is optional for the Limited and Overland trims.
Toyota Grand Highlander vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Warranty
- The Toyota Grand Highlander comes with a Basic Warranty for 36 months/36,000 miles. Similarly, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L comes with a Basic Warranty for 36 months/36,000 miles.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has a Powertrain Warranty and a Restraint Warranty for 60 months/60,000 miles. Although the Jeep Grand Cherokee L also comes with a Powertrain Warranty for 60 months/60,000 miles, the official website did not list a restraint warranty.
- A Corrosion Perforation Warranty for 60 months/unlimited miles is included for the Toyota Grand Highlander. On the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, a Jeep Rust warranty for Outer Body Panels is included for 60 months/unlimited miles and a warranty for Sheet Metal Panels is included for 36 months/unlimited miles.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander comes with a Safety Connect trial of up to 10 years, with an Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification, and a Stolen Vehicle Locator— it’s 4G network dependent. Also included is a Service Connect trial of up to 10 years, with personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports— it’s 4G network dependent.
- The Grand Cherokee L comes with Roadside Assistance for 60 months/60,0000 miles and a Jeep Connect trial with remote vehicle options, SOS Call, Vehicle Theft Alert, Assist Call, and more features.
Design
- The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander provides a range of color choices, including Storm Cloud, Coastal Cream, Celestial Silver Metallic, Blueprint, and Midnight Black Metallic. Extra cost colors include Wind Chill Pearl and Ruby Flare Pearl. Meanwhile, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a color palette that includes Baltic Gray, Bright White, Diamond Black Crystal, Midnight Sky, Silver Zynith, Rocky Mountain Pearl, and Velvet Red Pearl.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander comes with three-zone automatic climate control, a second-row control panel, individual temperature settings for driver, front passenger, and rear-seat passengers, and second- and third-row vents. Similarly, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L also comes with a three-zone automatic temperature control. Meanwhile, the Summit and Summit Reserve trims have upgraded four-zone automatic temperature controls.
- The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander has standard seating for up to 7 people with a 60/40 split-fold third row with sliding headrests and a recline function. 8-passenger seating is also available. In contrast, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L can accommodate six people and has 3rd row 50/50 manual folding seats.
- All Toyota Grand Highlander trims come standard with heated front seats. Heated and ventilated front seats and heated second-row seats are standard on the Toyota Grand Highlander Limited trim. On the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, heated front seats are exclusively standard on the Altitude, Altitude X, and higher trims, while the Limited also includes heated second-row seats. Meanwhile, only the Summit and Summit Reserve come with ventilated front seats, and the Summit Reserve also provides ventilated rear seats.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander XLE and Hybrid XLE trims have SofTex®-trimmed front-, second-, and third-row seats. Meanwhile, the Limited trim comes with leather-trimmed front- and second-row seats. On the other hand, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has cloth seats on the Laredo and Laredo X, capri leatherette/suede-trimmed seat surfaces on the Altitude and Altitude X, capri leatherette-trimmed seats on the Limited, Nappa leather-trimmed seat surfaces on the Overland and Summit, and Palermo leather-trimmed seat surfaces on the Summit Reserve.
- LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and LED foglights are exclusive to the Toyota Grand Highlander Limited trim. In contrast, LED Low Beam Daytime Running Lamps are standard on all Jeep Grand Cherokee L models and front LED fog lamps are standard on the Limited, Overland, Summit, and Summit Reserve.
- Ambient interior lighting is standard on the Limited trim of the Toyota Grand Highlander. Multi-Color Ambient LED Interior Lighting is standard on the Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland, Summit, and Summit Reserve trims.
- 18-in. silver-painted wheels are standard on the Toyota Grand Highlander XLE and Hybrid XLE, while there are 20-in. two-tone multi-spoke machined and black wheels on the Limited trim. Comparatively, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has 17 in. wheels on the Laredo, 18 in. wheels on the Laredo X, Altitude, Altitude X, and Limited, 20 in. wheels on the Overland and Summit, and 21 in. wheels on the Summit Reserve.
Toyota Grand Highlander vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Features & Specifications
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has a ground clearance of 8 in., while the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a ground clearance of 8.4 in.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 lbs. On the other hand, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a higher towing capacity of 6,200 lbs.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has a wheelbase of 116.1 in., and the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a longer wheelbase of 121.7 in.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander measures 201.4 in. in length, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee L is longer at 204.9 in.. The Toyota Grand Highlander is wider at 78.3 in., while the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a width of 77.5 in. The Toyota Grand Highlander also stands taller at 71.5 in., while the Jeep Grand Cherokee L is 70.8 in. tall.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has a larger cargo volume of 20.6 cu. ft., while the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has a cargo volume of 17.2 cu. ft.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has 41.5 in. of front headroom, 40.2 in. in the second row, and 33.5 in. in the third row without a sunroof. In contrast, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L provides 39.8 in. of front headroom, 39.9 in. in the second row, and 37.3 in. in the third row without a sunroof.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander provides 41.7 in. of front legroom, 39.5 in. in the second row, and 33.5 in. in the third row. On the other hand, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L provides 41.3 in. of front legroom, 39.4 in. in the second row, and 30.3 in. in the third row.
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Toyota Grand Highlander vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Conclusion
- The Toyota Grand Highlander base trim XLE (FWD) has slightly higher EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 21 mpg in the city, 28 mpg on the highway, and 24 mpg combined while the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has lower fuel economy ratings of 19 mpg in the city, 26 mpg on the highway, and 22 mpg combined.
- The Grand Highlander’s base trim is equipped with a 6-speaker audio system and a 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen, while the Grand Cherokee L has six speakers and an 8.4-inch Touch Screen Display on the starting trims. Additionally, a Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with a charge indicator light is standard on all models of the Toyota Grand Highlander. In contrast, a wireless charging pad is standard only on two trims of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L. A remote keyless entry is standard in all trims of the Toyota Grand Highlander but not standard on the base models of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.
- All Toyota Grand Highlander trims come with heated seats. On the Jeep Grand Cherokee L side, heated front seats are not available on the base trims. In addition, the Toyota Grand Highlander base trim XLE trims have SofTex®-trimmed seats, while the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has cloth seats on the base models.
- The Toyota Grand Highlander has more seating and cargo space. Up to eight people can sit in the Grand Highlander, while the Grand Cherokee L can accommodate six people. Cargo capacity in the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander with all seats up measures 20.6 cu. ft. behind the third row and an impressive 97.5 cu. ft. of room with all the rear seats folded down. On the other, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L has 17.2. cu. ft. of cargo space behind the third row and 84.6 cu. ft with all the rear seats folded down.