2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs 2026 Toyota Highlander
The Toyota Highlander wins clearly, 93.4 to 64.7, on safety, fuel & range, space & cargo. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is ahead on performance.
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid and gas large SUV with 9 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Grand Ch…
2026 Toyota Highlander
The 2026 Toyota Highlander is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large SUV with 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Highlander Hybrid …
2026 Toyota Highlander
Clear winThe Toyota Highlander wins clearly, 93.4 to 64.7, on safety, fuel & range, space & cargo. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is ahead on performance.
| Category · weight | 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokeeoverall 64.7 | 2026 Toyota Highlanderoverall 93.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | no data | no data |
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 66.4 | 100 |
| Safetyw 4 | 42.3 | 100 |
| Space & cargow 2 | 71.4 | 100 |
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 63.5 |
| Tech & comfortw 3 | no data | no data |
| Warrantyw 2 | no data | no data |
| Overall | 64.7 | 93.4 |
Jeep Grand Cherokee: open park-outside / do-not-drive advisory (−25)
Jeep Grand Cherokee: base trim Laredo 2WD · Toyota Highlander: model-level data. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Specifications side by side
47 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | — |
| Cylinder count | 6 | — |
| Engine displacement | 3,604 cc | — |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 | — |
| Fuel injection system | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 293 hp | — |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft | — |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 22 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission speeds | 8 | — |
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 8.4 in | — |
| Overall height | 70.8 in | — |
| Overall length | 194 in | — |
| Overall width | 84.6 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 117 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 70.8 cu-ft | — |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 37.7 cu-ft | — |
| Total interior volume | 145 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.9 in | — |
| Second-row headroom | 39.4 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.3 in | — |
| Second-row legroom | 38.2 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,238 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,238 lbs | — |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6,050 lbs | — |
| Payload capacity | 1,280 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Multi-link independent | — |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric rack-and-pinion | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 354 mm | — |
| Front brake type | vented disc | — |
| Parking brake type | Drum-in-hat | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 350 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | vented disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | — |
| Wheel material | Painted cast aluminum | — |
| Wheel width | 8 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 245/70R17 | — |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 23 gal | — |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 59.2 in | — |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
20 features · differences first, then sharedSafety9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Emergency Braking | std | — |
| Active Driving Assist (hands-free highway driving) | opt | — |
| Active Lane Management | std | — |
| All-speed Traction Control | std | — |
| Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection | std | — |
| Brake Assist | std | — |
| Electronic Stability Control | std | — |
| Four-wheel Antilock Brakes | std | — |
| Rear Park Assist | std | — |
Infotainment2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| 10.25-inch front passenger display | opt | — |
| Rear-facing Fam Cam (rear passenger camera) | opt | — |
Seating2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Heated seats | std | — |
| Optional 60/40 second-row bench seat (Grand Cherokee L) | opt | — |
Interior1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Heated steering wheel | std | — |
Exterior1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| 18-inch wheels (new on base Laredo) | std | — |
Powertrain4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| 4x4 / 4WD system (optional) | opt | — |
| 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 Engine (293 hp, 260 lb-ft) | std | — |
| Electronic Limited Slip Differential (rear, optional) | opt | — |
| TorqueFlite 8HP70 8-speed automatic transmission | std | — |
Cargo1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Max. Gross Trailer Weight 6,200 lbs. | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPJeep Grand Cherokee
Top recalls
- criticalElectrical System25V741000 · 320,068 vehicles
- highTires26V559000 · 201,976 vehicles
- highVisibility26V529000 · 81 vehicles
- highElectrical System25V576000 · 91,787 vehicles
- minorBack Over Prevention26V531000 · 844,027 vehicles
- minorAir Bags26V328000 · 419,035 vehicles
Toyota Highlander
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Jeep Grand CherokeeLaredo 2WD | Toyota Highlander | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | — |
| Price range across trims | — 11 trims | — |
| Powertrains | PHEV, GAS | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Grand Cherokee 4xe | Highlander Hybrid AWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 23 | 35 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,700 | $1,800 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee or the 2026 Toyota Highlander?
The Toyota Highlander wins clearly, 93.4 to 64.7, on safety, fuel & range, space & cargo. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is ahead on performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Toyota Highlander scores 93.4 and the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee 64.7. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee or the 2026 Toyota Highlander?
2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 5 NHTSA stars, grade F, 6 recalls. 2026 Toyota Highlander: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the differences between the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the 2026 Toyota Highlander?
This page puts 47 specifications and 20 equipment items side by side, with the better value marked on every row where the direction is unambiguous and the differences listed before the things both cars share.