2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2015 Toyota 4Runner

As the 2015 Green SUV of the Year, the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee puts up a serious fight against the competition, but there are still some competitors, such as the 2015 Toyota 4Runner, that can give the Grand Cherokee a run for its money. But how do the two vehicles really compare when put to the test? 

In this vehicle comparison, we'll look at how the two vehicles compare in terms of power and capability and interior technology features. 

Power and Capability

The 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee puts it all on the line from the start. The vehicle offers four engine options: a 3.0-liter V6 EcoDiesel engine, a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine, and an SRT 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine. The vehicle offers an eight-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission and three different 4x4 systems: a Quadra-Drive II 4WD system, Quadra-Drive I 4WD system, and Quadra-Trac Active On Demand 4WD. 

For that smooth ride you expect from the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the active damping suspension, Bilstein active suspension, or the standard normal-duty suspension step in to give you a hand. 

The 2015 Toyota 4Runner has one engine to offer, a 4.0-liter V6 DOHC 24-valve engine with Dual Independent Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence (VVT-i), which is paired with a five-speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission with Intelligence and Sequential Shift Mode. 

The vehicle comes standard with rear-wheel drive and offers part- and full-time four-wheel drive with Active Traction Control. While the 2015 Jeep Cherokee is prepared to handle all of your great adventures, the 4Runner is better equipped for rugged-styled on-road driving. 

Interior Technology Features

The 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee comes standard with a 5.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system that's paired with a six-speaker audio system. The vehicle also offers several upgrades, including the 8.4-inch touchscreen display that's paired with the Uconnect 8.4A AM/FM/SXM/BT/NAV audio system. You can also upgrade your listening experience with the 19 Harman Kardon speaker system with subwoofers and have all of the car dance parties you want while you're driving around Jenkintown, Abington, and Fox Chase.

On the other hand, the 2015 Toyota 4Runner offers a nice competitor: a 6.1-inch high-resolution touchscreen display that comes standard with the vehicle. Unfortunately, not only does the vehicle not offer a larger screen that's comparable with the upgraded screen available in the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, but the infotainment system that comes standard is simply difficult to use. Not only is it difficult to set up the Entune system the 4Runner is equipped with, but it's also just cumbersome to use over the long run as well. 

Choose Wisely

When it comes to choosing the best vehicle to meet your needs, how will you choose? Will you go for the vehicle that looks rugged or the one that not only looks rugged but acts it as well? The 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers both the look and performance of a sport utility vehicle that's just as ready to take on your next adventure as you are. So what are you waiting for? 

Stop in to your local Jeep dealer near Abington, Jenkintown, and Fox Chase and test drive the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee today. Barbera Autoland is located at 7810 Roosevelt Boulevard in Philadelphia, PA. Stop by our showroom today.