Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Toyota RAV4: Which is Better? Find Out 

When it comes down to the Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Toyota RAV4, we can all agree that they are both fantastic vehicles. However, whenever it comes down to which SUV is the best, it's tough. On the one hand, the Jeep Grand Cherokee comes standard with a 293 horsepower 3.6L V6 engine. On the other hand, the Toyota RAV 4 sports a 236 horsepower 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Hybrid Engine. In addition to that, the Jeep Grand Cherokee comes standard with a max towing capacity of 6,200 pounds and the Toyota RAV4's max towing capacity is 3,500 pounds. But for what it's worth, the Toyota RAV4 comes available with All-Wheel-Drive and the Jeep Grand Cherokee comes available with 4-wheel-drive. 

Keep reading to learn more about the Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Toyota RAV 4. 

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 Jeep Grand CherokeeToyota RAV4
 Engine Specs
 Engine  3.6L PENTASTAR® V6 ENGINE 2.5-Liter 4-Cylinder Hybrid Engine
 Horsepower  293 horsepower  236 horsepower 
 Torque  260 pound-feet  170 pound-feet 
 Towing  6,200 pounds  3,500 pounds
 City MPG  19 mpg  43 mpg
 Highway MPG  26 mpg 37 mpg
 4x2   Standard  Front-Wheel Drive 
 4x4 Drive System  Available  Not Available 
 All-Wheel Drive System  Not Available  Available 
 Multi-Terrain Select Dial Available  Available 
 Selec-Terrain® System Available  Not Available 
Rear Level Loading Suspension  Available  Not Available 
 Quadra-Lift Air Suspension Available  Not Available 
 Semi- Active Damping  Available  Not Available 
 Transmission  8-speed automatic  Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission
 Interior Features 
 Standard Touchscreen Display  8.4-inch  10.5-inch
 Available Touchscreen Display  12.3-inch  12.9-inch touchscreen
 6-Speakers  Standard  Standard 
 9 Speakers  Available  Available
 19 Speakers  Available  Not Available 
 Apple CarPlay Standard  Standard 
 Google Android Auto Standard  Standard 
 Integrated Voice Command  Standard  Standard 
 Wireless Charging- Pad  Standard  Available 
   
 Safety   
 Active Lane-Management System  Standard  Available 
 Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go  Standard  Standard 
 Blind Spot and Cross Path Detection  Standard  Standard 
 Electronic Stability Control  Standard  Not Available 
 Four Wheel Traction Control  Standard  Not Available 
 Full-Speed Forward-Collision Warning Plus Available  Available 
 Hill-Start Assist  Standard  Standard 
 ParkSense Rear Park Assist with Stop  Available  Available 
ParkView Rear Back-Up camera  Available  Available 
 Intersection Collision Assist System  Available  Not Available 
 ParkSense® Front and Rear Park-Assist Available  Available 
 Surround-View Camera System Available  Available 
 Night Vision w/ Pedestrian and Animal Detection Available  Not Available 
   
 Dimensions   
 Overall Wheelbase  116.70 inches  105.9-inches 
 Height  70.80 inches 66.5-inches
 Length  193.50 inches  181-inches 
 Width  77.50 inches  73.0-inches 
 Front Legroom  41.30 inches  41.0-inches 
 Rear Legroom  38.20 inches  37.8-inches 
 Passenger Volume 145 ft 3  98.9 ft 3 
 Cargo Volume 70.80 ft 3 60.5 ft 3 
 Fuel Tank Capacity  23 gallons  14.5 gallons 
   
 

Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. Toyota RAV4 Engine Specs, Horsepower, Torque, Towing 

Here is a list of the Jeep Grand Cherokee base engine specs: 
  • 3.6L PENTASTAR® V6 ENGINE
  • 293 horsepower @6,400 rpm 
  • 257 pound-feet of torque @ 4,000 rpm 
  • 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway
  • 6,200 pound max towing capacity 
Here is a list of the Toyota RAV4 base engine specs: 
  •  2.5-liter 4-Cylinder Hybrid Engine
  • 236 hp @ 6,600 rpm
  • 170 lb.-ft.
  • Sport, Eco, Normal Modes 
All in all, the Jeep Grand Cherokee packs more power than the Toyota RAV4. But don't just take our word for it. See and drive the new Jeep Grand Cherokee at Napleton River Oaks CDJR.

Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Toyota RAV4: Which SUV Has The Best Features? 

When it comes down to technology, the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Toyota RAV4 are both stand-alone models. 

The Jeep Grand Cherokee interior features include: 
  • Uconnect® 5 with 8.4-Inch (12.3-inch available) Touch Screen Display 
  • 8-way power adjustable driver seat
  • Rear 60/40 split folding seat
  • Apple CarPlay®
  • Google Android Autoâ„¢
  • Integrated Voice Command 
  • 6 Speakers 
  • Available 3-rows
Inside, the Toyota RAV4 comes equipped with: 
  • 10.5-inch or 12.9-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia Touchscreen
  • 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat
  • 60/40 split reclining fold-flat rear seat
  • Five USB Ports 
  • Six or Nine Speaker Audio System

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Bigger Than the Toyota RAV4 

  Jeep Grand Cherokee  Toyota RAV4
 Passenger Seating  5 5
 Passenger Volume  145 cubic-feet  98.9 cubic - feet 
 Cargo Volume  70.80 cubic - feet  37.8 cubic - feet 
 Front Legroom  41.30 - inches  41.0- inches 
 Rear Legroom  38.20 -inches  37.8 -inches 
 60/40 Split Folding Seats  Standard  Standard 
 
When it comes down to interior space, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is the top contender. Off the line, the new Jeep Grand Cherokee comes standard with 70.80 cu.-ft. of cargo space, and the Toyota RAV4 comes standard with a 37.8 cubic feet of cargo volume. As far as passenger volume goes the Jeep Grand Cherokee comes standard with 145 cubic-feet of passenger volume and the Toyota RAV4 comes standard with 98.9 cubic-feet of passenger volume. 

Jeep Grand Cherokee Safety Features vs Toyota Rav 4 Safety Features

Being rated as Top Safety Picks by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Toyota RAV 4 ensure drivers with enhanced safety and security. However, they both take different approaches.

For instance, the Jeep Grand Cherokee comes available with enhances safety features such as: 

  • Night Vision w/ Pedestrian and Animal Detection
  • 360 Degree Surround View Camera System 
  • Four Wheel Traction Control 
  • Hands-Free Active Driving Assist 
  • Drowsy Driver Detection 
  • Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist 
And that's just the beginning. There's a lot more where all of this comes from. To enjoy the complete Jeep Grand Cherokee experience, schedule a test drive today. 

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