| 2016 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Premium | 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited | |
| 4.0-Liter V6 | Engine | 3.6-Liter V6 |
| 278 ft-lbs. | Torque | 260 ft-lbs. |
| 41.7 inches | Front Leg Room | 40.3 inches |
| 47.2 cu-ft. | Cargo Capacity (Cubic Feet) | 36.3 cu-ft. |
| 1700 lbs. | Maximum Payload | 1160 lbs. |
2016 Toyota 4Runner vs 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Serving Florence, Fort Mitchell, and Burlington, KY
Sport utility vehicles are rapidly becoming one of the most popular vehicle categories in the United States because they provide impressive versatility. Sport utility vehicles are able to comfortably transport a large family of five, haul large loads and drive easily on nearly every terrain. You will have a hard time finding a car or van that is able to do all of this with the ease of a SUV. When it comes to buying a new sport utility vehicles, the 2016 Toyota 4Runner and 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee are two of your best options. While you can't go wrong with either choice, taking a closer look at the most important features of each vehicle will help you make the difficult decision.
Performance
The 2016 Toyota 4Runner and 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee both perform well on the road, so the choice will ultimately come down to how you plan to drive your new sport utility vehicle. The 2016 4Runner provides more cargo space, a higher towing capacity and more engine torque than the Grand Cherokee. This makes the 2016 Toyota 4Runner the perfect choice if you plan on regularly hauling a lot of items or if you like to go off-road driving.
If you want a reliable family vehicle that can occasionally be used to haul or tow something, then the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee will better fit your needs. The new Grand Cherokee has a fuel efficiency of approximately 19 miles per gallon in the city and 26 miles per gallon on the highway. The new 4Runner only gets 17 miles per gallon in the city and 22 miles per gallon on the highway. This extra fuel economy will come in handy when you are doing your daily errands.
Appearance
The Toyota 4Runner and Jeep Grand Cherokee are both two of the best looking sport utility vehicles on the market right now. Both vehicles feature a cloth interior, alloy wheels and a unique grille style that you will not find on any other vehicle on the road today. Sunroofs do not come standard on either vehicle, but they can be added for an additional charge. There are currently more exterior color options available for the Grand Cherokee than the 4Runner. If you absolutely have to own a green or an orange vehicle, then you will have to choose the 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. You will get a premium looking vehicle with either choice, so you truly can't go wrong with your choice. Choosing between the two based on appearance will essentially come down to personal preference.
Safety
Nobody wants to buy a vehicle that is unsafe for the driver and passengers. Luckily, you do not have to worry about that with the 2016 Toyota 4Runner and Jeep Grand Cherokee. They both received an overall crash rating of four out of five stars. Anti-lock brakes, child seat anchors, stability control, side airbags and traction control are all standard options for both vehicles. An anti-theft system comes standard with every new Toyota 4Runner, but it will not be found no every new Jeep Grand Cherokee. That is the only difference between the two vehicles when it comes to safety features.
You simply can't go wrong by choosing the Toyota 4Runner or Jeep Grand Cherokee as your new sport utility vehicle. Test driving is the best way to pick out a new vehicle, so make sure to come by our dealership soon to compare these two great vehicles on your own.
* EPA estimated MPG may vary by transmission, trim and individual driving behavior.
