2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2025 Toyota Highlander

If you're looking for a spacious, versatile SUV, the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the 2025 Toyota Highlander are two of the most popular models on the market. Both deliver family-friendly comfort, advanced features, and dependable performance for every drive.

But which one is the better fit for your lifestyle? We're putting the Grand Cherokee head-to-head with the Highlander to help you decide.

Read on to see how these SUVs compare, then stop by for a test drive!

Performance and Efficiency

When it comes to performance and efficiency, the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee stands out. The standard engine is a 3.6 L Pentastar V6 that delivers a robust 293 horsepower-significantly more muscle than the Toyota Highlander's 265-horsepower four-cylinder.

With up to 6,200 pounds of towing capacity, the Grand Cherokee is built for families who want an SUV that can do more than just get from point A to point B. With this towing capacity, it can easily handle boats, campers, and heavy loads.

While the Highlander offers slightly higher fuel economy, the Grand Cherokee balances efficiency with the kind of strength and capability you won't find in Toyota's midsize SUV.

If you want confidence on the road and the freedom to take on bigger adventures, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is the clear winner.

Interior Space and Passenger Comfort

When it comes to interior space and passenger comfort, both the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the 2025 Toyota Highlander deliver roomy cabins designed for families, but in different ways.

The Highlander offers three rows of seating and space for up to eight passengers, making it the perfect choice for larger families. However, its third row can feel a bit tight for adults on longer trips.

The Grand Cherokee, on the other hand, prioritizes premium comfort in a two-row or available three-row Grand Cherokee L configuration. With its plush seating, upscale materials, and generous legroom in both rows, the Grand Cherokee provides a more refined experience for daily commutes and road trips alike. Add in available luxury touches like quilted leather upholstery, heated and ventilated seats, and a quieter cabin design, and the Grand Cherokee is the standout choice for those who want both versatility and comfort.

Safety and Technology

When it comes to safety and technology, the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee firmly takes the lead-offering an exceptional blend of advanced safety systems and thoughtful, family-friendly features.

Standard across the lineup are high-end driver assist features, like:

• Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop‑and‑Go
• Active Lane Management
• Full‑Speed Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking (including pedestrian and cyclist detection)
• Blind Spot Monitoring
• Rear Cross Path Detection

For even more peace of mind, the Summit trim adds options such as a 360° Surround View Camera, Parallel and Perpendicular Park Assist, and the rare Night Vision Camera for enhanced nighttime visibility. Plus, Jeep's rear-seat Fam Cam system lets you monitor and communicate with rear occupants, making the Grand Cherokee safe, smart, and convenient.

Meanwhile, the 2025 Toyota Highlander also delivers reliable safety with the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 suite, which includes:

• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Lane Departure Alert
• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
• Automatic High Beams
• Road Sign Assist

While both SUVs boast impressive safety equipment, the range of standard and available features, paired with next-level convenience-especially systems like Night Vision, Fam Cam, and surround-view parking assistance-gives the Jeep Grand Cherokee an edge over the Highlander in terms of safety tech.

Pricing and Ownership Experience

What about pricing and ownership experience? The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee provides a strong value.

The base Grand Cherokee starts at approximately $36,495 MSRP, which undercuts many rivals, including the Toyota Highlander, which begins closer to $39,270 MSRP for its base trim.

Even when you step up into mid-level trims, Jeep remains competitive, often offering more luxury touches and capability at a similar-or lower-price point.

Beyond sticker cost, the Grand Cherokee gives owners more flexibility with nine available trims compared to the Highlander's five, plus unique options like the 4xe plug-in hybrid, which can reduce fuel costs and may qualify for tax incentives.

The Grand Cherokee gives great value, plenty of trims to choose from, and the confidence to tackle whatever comes your way-all at a more affordable price tag than the Highlander.

Test Drive the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee in Summerville, SC, Today

Ready to see how the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee stacks up against the Toyota Highlander? Browse our inventory online, then stop by Hoover CDJR in Summerville, SC, and get behind the wheel of this versatile SUV today!

From its refined interior to its powerful performance and advanced technology, the new Grand Cherokee is designed to handle daily commutes, weekend road trips, and everything in between.

Have questions about trims, features, or availability? Reach out to us online, give us a call, or visit our Summerville Jeep dealership in person. Our friendly team is here to help you find the perfect Grand Cherokee for your lifestyle.

As your trusted Jeep dealer in Summerville, SC, we proudly serve drivers across Charleston, North Charleston, Goose Creek, and beyond!