Toyota Highlander vs Jeep Grand Cherokee L

Toyota vs Jeep: Trim Levels

You’re the kind of person who loves options, and both automotive beasts give you many of them. For example, the Jeep Grand Cherokee L offers six gas trim levels, including:

• Laredo
• Altitude
• Limited
• Overland
• Summit
• Summit Reserve

Each trim level offers something truly unique to aid you in your adventures, and you really can’t go wrong with any one of them. That said, for even more options, the Toyota Highlander is the way to go. There are seven gas trims, as well as four hybrid trims. The gas trims include:

• L
• LE
• XLE
• XSE
• Limited, Platinum, and Bronze Edition

The hybrid trims are different versions of the L, LE, Limited, and Platinum, all of which offer improved MPG outputs over their gas counterparts.

Highlander vs Grand Cherokee L: Performance

The engine under the hood of your vehicle is an important piece of the puzzle. The more power you have, the more fun your trips are, even if it’s just around the block. The Grand Cherokee L, across all its trims, comes with a 3.6L V6 engine that produces 290 horsepower and 257 lb-ft of torque.

The Highlander, on the other hand, offers more power and options. In its gas version, it has a 3.5L V6 engine that produces 295 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque. The hybrid versions have a 2.5L engine that produces 243 combined net horsepower. It also has a combustion engine with 186 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque.

Toyota Highlander vs Jeep Grand Cherokee L: Safety

While the enjoyment of driving the Highlander and Grand Cherokee L can’t be ignored, the satisfaction of knowing your SUV can keep you safe at all times eclipses everything. The Toyota and the Jeep offer several similar technologies like Lane Departure Alert (Active Lane Management in the Jeep) and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (Adaptive Cruise Control in the Jeep).

The Toyota ups the ante, however, with Safety Connect®. This set of features lets you call for a tow truck, local law enforcement, or an ambulance, by way of our 24/7 response center. They’ll get in touch with you right away and locate you, then send help your way. 

Plus, if your vehicle is ever stolen, our response team can work with law enforcement to track it down by using built-in GPS technology, so you won’t be without your vehicle for long. The Jeep has an SOS feature, but the difference is that it is available where Safety Connect® is standard on all Toyota vehicles, the Highlander included.

Toyota Highlander vs Jeep Grand Cherokee L: Decision

Based on having more trim levels, engine options, and power, as well as more standard safety features, we at Phillips Toyota believe that drivers near Leesburg, The Villages, Apopka, Mount Dora, and Clermont, FL, will prefer the Highlander over the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.

To schedule a test drive, reach out to us today!