Which is better - Jeep Grand Cherokee or Toyota 4Runner?
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- Опубліковано 5 сер 2024
- Two of my favorite SUVs of all time, the Grand Cherokee and 4Runner have a lot to offer and each cater to different niche in the market. Here's a side by side comparison including a few areas where each model has an advantage.
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I’ve had two 4RUNNER’s an SR5 and now the Limited they are the best and most reliable vehicles I’ve ever had. I will continue to to buy 4RUNNER’s.
Cheers From Hillsboro, OR. I got a 2019 fully loaded WK2 and love it :) . Great review!
A very helpful video for a comparison of the two vehicles. A thorough review to help us make an important buying decision. Thank you!
I have a ‘05 WK w/5.7L V8 HEMI, love it.
235km on it, some KO2s on it, i daily drive it in BC Canada and occasionally take it offroading/camping/hunting and it’s never let me down yet.
Great video! Straight foresees to the point! Bought 21’ trail edition in army green.. Always liked style of grand Cherokee but was sold on 1GRFE relevantly.👍
I love my WK2. They definitely did a decent job with it, making versatile af. I won't lie though, give me the interior and engines of the WK2 in the WK or earlier and I'd be in love. There are definitely some more 'modern' touches they really could have done without. The more bulbous body takes away some of the ability to do the crazier mods that you could do to the preceding model, but they kept it way off road capable at the least. Many were scared away from Jeep when the WK came out, but for those of us crazy enough to get close and actually see what was up, we know it's a beast!
I'm committed for sure. About to finally lift mine in the coming weeks
This kids a kid. He’s dumb. I’ve owned multiple GC’s and now my wife has had a 4Runner for years. I own both people. Long road trip with the kids and dog? 4Runner.
Anything off the road? Jeep GC. HEMI> 4.0. Quadra Trac II can’t be beat.
Excellent comparison/review.
I gotta say I love the four runner and it was my dream vehicle, but just test drove a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk V6 and LOVED IT!! I wish I didn’t drive it honestly. On road/day-to-day comfort with major off road capabilities, better fuel economy, and even tows more than the four runner at 6200 lbs vs 5000 on four runner. Has nice, jumpy acceleration, comfortable, and has that air suspension, so you can selectively lift it when needed and it lowers once it reaches a certain speed for better aerodynics, safety, and fuel economy. Yes I’m aware of Jeeps vs Toyota in the reliability department, which causes a major dilemma Bc I know the four runner will last forever, but is a tank and bummer to drive with horrible fuel economy (actually loses 1mpg in 2020 from safety sense) compared to the Trailhawk. I think the Jeep is like a Swiss Army knife whereas the four runner is more off road/overland focused with clunky on road handling, which you know is where it will live with most people buying it. For me personally I’m a performance guy and an off road adventurer at the same time. What I hate the most is when I push the gas and there is lag. I don’t care how good it looks or how dependable it is. It’s gotta feel good and be responsive. Believe me..I so want to be a Toyota dude Bc I get the reliability factor, best resale value (next to wrangler and Tacoma), more cargo space, etc. But it’s like a camera..it can have the best sensor, highest megapixels, best reviews, etc..but if it doesn’t feel good in my hand and sort of a pain to use..I could care less. In the end you gotta do what is best for your soul! Live life now!
I feel very much the same. Good summary.
C'mon, dude. When you drive your GC you are driving "the most awarded SUV ever", and that's a Jeep, not a Toyota... lol. Greetings from Costa Rica.
I got a 4Runner for the reliability/resale and 5th Gen looks. But, like most ppl, it's a daily (road) driver and only goes off-road lightly - crawling over pine logs on fire roads, sliding up boat docks, camping on the riverbank, beach parking, etc. In fact, I have driven a 2WD Explorer Sport 160K miles through ALL of that and more, and never got stuck. In other words, I don't live in Moab trying to crawl over boulders and if I did and my focus was on off-road capability - I'd obviously get a Wrangler.
Thus, I'm starting to regret my decision. More towing, better MPG, better ride, lower price? In a Cherokee? Starting to research if I could sell my LOW miles 4runner and get into a newer, upgraded Cherokee for an even trade. If not, I'll just drive the 4runner into the ground and at least get my money's worth.
Seems like if you want total off-road, you get a Wrangler.
If you want good off-road in a spacious reliable old skool tank, you get a 4runner.
If you want decent off-road (which is all I need), plus better on-road, better mileage, more features, and lower price, you get a Cherokee.
@@cra2cra226 If I were in your shoes I get rid of the 4Runner and buy the Grand Cherokee. But that’s just me.
I would never choose a 4Runner over a Grand Cherokee.
The 4Runner, my dream car since I first saw commercials for it in 1984 when I was a kid, and seeing people driving it on the roads. And as an adult, I made sure my first true car-truck was a 4Runner, never regretted it.
the Jeep is far better in snow (I come from CT) the 4unner is 'back heavy and will spin in corners in snow.
@@fritzvon4362 Jeep is just as good as the tow truck it's hooked to at the moment.
I do agree!!!
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@@fritzvon4362 You’re smoking crack if you think the Grand Cherokee is better than the 4Runner in any category.
All modern vehicles have their own set of quirks and problems, regardless of manufacturer or model. If you look hard enough you will find something wrong. I can see brand loyalty is strong amongst those leaving comments, but let's all be impartial and realistic for a moment. These SUVs are BOTH great options. I, personally, would be proud to own/drive either one. It's just a matter of what you're willing to sacrifice or settle for. Great video, very informative
Great review
I personally have the 4Runner and love it! My sister has a Trail Hawk which is also awesome! I do love that my 4Runner isn’t a Unibody.
Be real, trailhawk is $90k. Not the same type of comparison.
@@marlondieguez3014 I said “ Trail Hawk”, you are comparing to a “Track Hawk”, be real man....
Your videos are always very good. I really enjoyed this one. But your house is so beautiful that I find myself looking at the house more than the vehicles. Very rustic, spacious, and can imagine that view off the back. That's the American Dream right there!
Thanks! I feel very fortunate to live here
Have a 1999 grand Cherokee wj with 4.7 and 216 k miles and Quadra drive only have had it about a week car fax show s well taken care of and I have already had all fluids changed so far I’m liking it a lot
Great video! I’ve been trying to decide between a 4unner, Grand Cherokee and Bronco. I’m leaning Bronco but still not sure.
Love things about both the Jeep has a better, upscale look but come on no way to beat a 4 Runner! Really wish Toyota would have kept the V8 option. However if you have the $ you can super charge these engines
We have both! Wife has the Grand Cherokee and I have the TRD OffRoad Runner. We take hers on long trips (interstate) and mine on shorter trips or around town. Her Jeep definitely rides better and gets better MPG but there's just something so cool and unique about the4 Runner. FYI, I wouldnt have a Jeep but I don't dare tell my wife!
Thats a nice pair!
But your wife can tell you that she owns "the most awarded SUV ever"... sorry. Greetings from Costa Rica.
@@waltermeono5253 bro you’ve said that like 8 times lmao congrats on watching a grand Cherokee advertisement 😂
@@mattbrown942 Thanks on watching my comments at least 8 times... lol 😜
@@waltermeono5253 I was reading other comments and kept seeing yours. Trust me I would have rather not seen it
I think I'm "odd man out" as I really don't put much weight into looks or bells & whistles.
First thing any dealer asked me was "what color do you like?" I don't care about that.
How does it do the job of getting my family from point A to point B? Longevity is important too.
I bought a 4runner.
You must be a wild man 🤣
Hey I was wondering, Would you be up to do a Which is better video with the Honda Cr-v and the Toyota Rav4? I would enjoy it very much.
Yes, I could see that happening at some point!
I’d like that too
Im happy to be able to own a car let alone the car of my choosing what a blessing
Driven both. Grand Cherokee if you want more of a car and feel and 4runner if you,re a truck guy. Both have a different feel when driving and it depends on your needs. Took the 4runner because of its size, how versatile it is with the rear power window and durability which cannot be matched being body on frame. 4runner is a tank.
Hey, bud, you're comparing the 4Runner against "the most awarded SUV ever", and it's a Jeep Grand Cherokee, not a Toyota. Greetings from Costa Rica.
@@waltermeono5253 Jeep ads tout the same, but how do you know? Sources? Links?
@@waltermeono5253 lol, comparing prices of used ones, same year model with same mileage, 4runner is $5-10k more expensive. The proof is in the pudding.
@@AbcDino843 But the Jeep GC is better by far, it’s “the most awarded SUV ever”, and if it’s less expensive than the hideous Toyota, even better. Sorry... lol
@@waltermeono5253 You're probably a 15 year old
Been a Chrysler owner for many years, but of the sedan and Pacifica flavor. Have always had the interior fitment issues and the attendant squeaks, clicks, vibrations, etc. Also, in each of those cars was the typical Chrysler front end clunking and clanking. Do the Cherokees suffer from these same interior and front suspension problems?
What about A604? And all these clunking and clanking did not make you smarter? Sad...
Great comparison! Love both of these SUVs. Does the 4Runner still have a solid rear axle? I went with the Grand Cherokee after having a Wrangler for a while that rarely went off roading and wasn’t the best for long road trips but admittedly, was much more fun. The 4Runners available were more expensive at the time, which makes sense for it’s better off-road capabilities I think.
Yes to the solid axle
If you like the side of the road, get the jeep
If you like cheap plastic interiors, go with the 4Runner
😂😂🙌🏽 give me the 4runner which last vertically FOREVER with little maintenance!!
My $ have value, give me the 4runner please. 💯
I’ve had a few of both. I’ve learned my lesson and would never go back to a 4Runner
@@mckenzo19 And that lesson was...? Free coffee at a repair shop is your cup of tea? Pun intended.
One will last 500,000 miles and the other will last 100,000.... If you get a car every 100,000 miles, then the Jeep is a good option.
Everyone talks about Toyota reliability but so is the Grand Cherokee. Other than that, the 4 Runner is really showing it’s age. From the transmission, underpowered V6 and horrible MPG. Overall, the GC just has more value for in some cases at a less expensive price.
What modern jeeps thats reliable
@@luccib7225 my brother has a 2005 GC with over 150K miles. Only part he's had to replace is the water pump and brake pads.....Toyota cultists like to believe that Toyota is the only brand that is reliable. So they enjoy getting together and have a big circle joke over it while Toyota holds back on equipping their vehicles like the 4Runner with basic modern amenities, terrible MGP and subpar HP but still charge a premium price. Then these same people are the FIRST to complain when gas prices go up. Gee I wonder why?
had a 2012 grand cherokee, transmission had to be replaced at 100k miles and head gasket blew at 135k. Loved everything else so tried my luck again with a 2021 grand cherokee. Transmission had to be replaced at 57k miles and head gasket again blew at 62k. Not sure where you came to the conclusion that they are reliable. Now i’m in a 2016 4runner lol
i finally got my first 4runner and it has the 4.7 v8 no 4wd but im in Texas so i think with some all terrains ill be ok.
I may be the minority, but my 13’ Overland has been near perfect. Two water pumps and lots and lots of engine oil, t-case and diff fluid changes after 142k. Never an issue with the QuadraLift.
For me, there is no way I could live without the power of the HEMI. I tow a lot and can’t see the 4R even coming close. I do wish I had waited another year for the 8spd trans.
You own "the most awarded SUV ever", the best selling off-roader SUV in the US. Around 240,000 people think the same in that country... Greetings from Costa Rica.
Don’t forget they both started out with solid axles
What people don’t understand is that you will see 4Runners built today, still on the road in the next 30-40 years!
4RUNNER will not only out perform jeep at every turn but it wont burn alot of oil and is just a bad ass truck got me a 2019 SR5 and shes the best out of 100s of vehicles I drive as a mechanic
What about the 2009 Honda Civic ex coupe vs the 2016 ford mustang v6?
😂 😆 😝
Not a huge fan of Honda (since the Old Man died in 1999? its quality has been consistently declining) but still DEFINITELY Honda.
I want to buy a Grand Cherokee Laredo 2020 4wd. Any opinion? Thank you so much.
hope you didn’t 😅
Just bought a 2014 Grand Cherokee Overland (used). It's the best hwy car I've ever driven and have owned Cadillacs, Towncars, and Continentals. I will soon test it on rough Colorado roads but expect it to perform well with air suspension, which give it substantial more clearance than the 4Runner. A 2014 4Runner would have cost me $8,000 more (used) for much less.
Which engine did you get ? I'm shopping for a used one
I've had both, a 2003 Grand Cherokee V8 and a 2004 4Runner V6. V6 4Runner has been better in every way. Faster, despite the smaller engine, doesn't leave me stuck off road, haven't had to repair it nearly as often, and it's higher miles. That A-TRAC kicks ass. Teach wranglers a hard lesson frequently lol
You forgot the Jeep Commander. That's the three row seating option.
I own a 4Runner 2017 SR5 premium model 🙌🏽 nothing like it
What a great video. Thank you for taking g the time to put it together. Granted, the Jeep in the video is rather old and there had been cosmetic upgrade and what not.
Great video. My wife wants either of these vehicles. A Runner in the TRD off-road or the GC in Trailhawk. She is torn. We use our rigs for moderate off-road (I have built rock crawlers and multiple off-road rigs).
After driving both rides....man, this is a tough choice for both of us. The Jeeps seats and ride feels like your ass is getting a massage by 32 high priced hookers. The 4 runner seats and ride (on-road) feel more like making out with your hot cousin at the family reunion.
Your review hit it right on the head. What are YOU looking for?
The is again man.
I have a 2017 trailhawk and I love it. The only thing I don't like is the air suspension. At highway speeds it lowers you into aero mode which os great for gas mileage, but it put you right in the headlight blindness zone. Thinking about getting a trd pro so I'm always higher off the ground.
I imagine living in Oregon you really need that 4x4. I live in Florida and feel guilty about wanting a 4x4 4runner
There must be some side roads that are a little muddy where you could conceivably get stuck right? Around here an SUV without 4x4 is pretty well worthless in terms of resale value.
lol, I live in LA and you need 4x4 just to ride regular roads.
The predecessor of the Grand Cherokee was the Wagoner in 1962. Jeep invented this segment. Interesting observation for you non-believers look sometime at how many used 4 runners are at a jeep dealership. They find this interesting fact, not only does the GC ride and handle better on highway with more comfort and amenities, but it also gives up nothing off-road! The quadra drive 2 four-wheel drive is best four-wheel drive system in the world and 4 corner air lift suspension fabulous. Drive a hemi powered Jeep and then drive the 4 runner and you will wonder if you have a boat anchor behind you.! If you can afford the jeep, get it!
And the GC is "the most awarded SUV ever"... why? Greetings from Costa Rica.
Still a piece of shit that will give you trouble before hitting 70k miles 🤣
My co-worker has the jeep grand cherokee (2018) all i heard was pros when he first got it, now 2020 (started around 2019) all i hear is cons 😂🤣 he had it in the shop three times ever since.
Three times? Your co-worker is lucky...
Yes that’s the problem with keep and Toyota never get fix anything as long you keep maintenance your fine
My FJ Cruiser was totaled a few days ago and I’m looking at these two. The interior in the Grand Cherokee is nice, but the reliability worries me.
Had an FJ before my 4Runner and I can’t recommend a 4Runner enough. My buddy’s got a 14 Cherokee L and it’s been in the shop and left him stranded more times than I can count
Reliability SHOULD worry you !
@@allenh7835 it did, I got a 4Runner lol.
Get the 4Runner! I grew up with land cruisers and 4Runners they're awesome I love my 4Runner. If you want to pay a Mechanic's salary then get the Cherokee
do yourself a favor...and don't ever buy a Chrysler product.
I owned a 15 grand cherokee, traded in for a 2021 4 runner. The reason(s)? Crappy Jeep service, Irresponsible customer service and unreliable vehicle.
same here. I have a 2014 GC overland model. The car is so beautiful, but I'm trading in for a 2016 limited 4Runner. Exact same reasons you did. I had to pay 4k to replace a transfer case and the Jeep isn't even at 90k miles.
"Based on mercedes" is a crappy compliment if you ask me... but jeep deserves every bit of it.
4Runner FTW... and first BTW!!! 😉👍
Nope, the GC Trailhawk is the the descentent of the pure cherokee of the 70's
You need to do some off roading in a grand cherokee before comparing the two. in stock form the off road capability of both vehicles is about the same. When you do a small lift ( 1.5 inches) and add some all terrain tires, the grand cherokee will out perform the 4runner all day. My grand (2015) has ARB OME leveling suspension, 17x9 rocktrix wheels and 285-70-17 Falken wildpeak a/t 4W tires. I get a consistent 19 MPG around town and 23MPG or better on the highway. With my 24 gallon tank I have a range of over 450 miles. That is plenty for most over land trips.
The 4runner will be lucky to get 12-14 MPG over land going down hill . With it's 23 gallon tank, it's max range is about 275 miles on a good day. Off road 4runners have to carry a lot of extra fuel to make the trip.
Have had 3 cherokees and 4 forerunners love them both but prefer the runner dont need to lift for decent sized tires. Jeeps are easier to work on but more often but cheaper on parts. Both do well off road bout the same to me
4Runner baby. I’m on my second 4Runner, fifth Toyota overall. I have the 2018 sr5.
#TeamToyota4Life
Hey, bud, your 4Runner is not "the most awarded SUV ever"... It's a Jeep GC. Sorry. Greetings from Costa Rica.
@@waltermeono5253 I can live with that because the reliability and the resale value makes up for all that in the end, both categories the 4Runner outranks the grand Cherokee in. Also third row seats and better off road capabilities.
@@lilzacheus Well, it’s up to you, of course, but even so the GC remains as “the most awarded SUV ever”, no matter what you say. Sorry
@@waltermeono5253 I’m not doubting that it’s the most rewarded. Congrats. But that’s still not enough to make me choose the gc over the 4Runner.
@@waltermeono5253 GC is garbage
The most important difference is that the 4runner will outlast the Grand Cherokee by Decades.
I wonder how a 4runner with kdss would perform on road in comparison with the grand cherokee.
The grand cherokee is still superior for on-road driving... better than the GX as well.
I can do 40 MPH on raw land...
i was a Jeep owner since 1986 when I bought a Cherokee. I then bought a '93 Grand then an'05 Grand. To me after that generation, Jeep took all the "truck" out of it. It looks like a generic mini van from the rear And it sits so low, the off road capabilities are diminished. I loved my Jeeps but on all 3 of them after about 140,000 miles the transmissions started giving me problems. I maintained them all above and beyond what the manufacturer recommendations were. Since I no longer liked the looks or reliability of the Grand Cherokee, I looked at the 4Runner and it's a no brainer. Here is a true 4 wheeler. Rugged, great ground clearance, looks like a real truck yet it rides great and I absolutely love mine. Given Toyota's reputation for reliability, this 4Runner will most likely out live me. I'm good with that.
What gen did you go with?
@@superkillr it's a 2019 5th Gen SR5.
Well, you're not now driving "the most awarded SUV ever". Sorry. Greetings from Costa Rica.
@@waltermeono5253 But he's driving rather than sitting at the shop, and that's what matters.
I used to love the GC and wanted to buy one, but then I spoke with my friend who is a mechanic and he strongly recommended AGAINST it. He said he had seen too many Jeeps in his shop.
Depends on the year. 2011 was the first year of the 3.6 v6 and it was quickly modified in 2013 and is now much better. Anything after 2014 is pretty reliable and the parts are American made and very cheap. However, nothing will be as reliable as a 4Runner
Yeah. I bought a Grand Cherokee. I’d rather have a car I love and maybe spend a few dollars on repairs. Then having a car I like and saving money on repairs.
That’s exactly why Land Rover is still in business
@@johnviera3884 except when it is not about money. It is about avoiding unexpected headaches. It would make a hard day much more difficult when I am left stranded in the middle of an important trip or when I desperately need to get home to rest up for the next day.
I'd go for the Jeep Grand Cherokee
Junk
If buying I would go with the 4 Runner, if not lease the Jeep for three years and revel in the comfort and leather. Just get out before Tony has to fix it again.
2019 summer, I’ve rented a 12000km Grand Cherokee and transmission broken on highway, literally no power engaged. My 2018 Jeep Wrangler jl went back to dealer in 1st month due to leak of window seal. I live in canada and I can feel wind after speed over 30km/h. Unacceptable quality!
Great assessment. But why did you have to buy it BEFORE learning from others' mistakes?!?
@@nofyfb123 Cause dealer shoot me an unbeatable offer. I didn’t lose money anyway, so why I spent my time to do research?
@@dezhengkong3766 There was a reason stealer shoot you the offer, and ultimately you'll pay for it dearly.
@@nofyfb123 I don’t get your point? I already traded it in for what I paid. I don’t keep a car over 2 years.
@@dezhengkong3766 Oh, I see - you are in business of burning money, in this case, it's OK.
The hostility in these comments is hilarious. I’ve had both. My gc rode so well and was so comfortable. Felt much more like a car. But it had some issues along the way that was frustrating after time. The 4 runner is also comfortable but it’s a truck and it drives like one. Is that good or bad? Totally depends, I happen to really like a truck feel drive experience. The grand Cherokee has better materials and more tech but the 4Runner has everything I want and yes not a ton of soft touch but I actually like it because it’s so durable, easy to clean, and has a utilitarian feel that I like. The resale on the 4 runner is also incredible. Both are great SUV’s and I’ll probably keep going back and fourth for the rest of my life, but I’m loving my 4Runner right now for sure
I just wish they would update the 4Runner. A 5 speed transmission still? Come on. That would with the horrible mpg it gets and fuel prices will only ever rise.
Early 2000 I would go Jeep now doe 4 runner
Decent review, but from your points you make it sound like you should've purchased the Grand Cherokee...4runner All Day, for me.
I looked at both very thoroughly and I chose the jeep trailhawk with the 5.7v8. I test drove a 4runner and it's just too slow... Literally a slug. Plus the JGC's Air suspension gives it adjustable height over the Toyota, plus I like the idea of an 8 speed transmission vs 5speed.
The jeep wk2 design is pretty old, most of the kinks have been worked out, and it IS NOT made in Italy. I think it will do just fine. The Toyota may outlive it past 300k miles, but that's a compromise I'm willing to accept.
I'm having a hard time choosing between them myself. The Jeep is way better on the highway and has better fuel mileage. The modern tech is way better on the Jeep also. You need to at least get a 2020 or newer on the 4Runner to not feel so old inside. At 5'10" I can fold down the back seats in the Jeep and lay down if I wanted to sleep. Just barely though. I can't do that in the 4Runner because the seat bottoms of the rear seats fold up funny. The 4Runner in the Off-Road package or higher has some nice off-roading features and had more ground clearance. You would need something like the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk to off-road as good as the Toyota. The Jeep also depreciate quite a bit faster though. If I got a Jeep I'd buy one a couple years old. If I bought a 4Runner I'd just go ahead and buy a new one But I can't get over the fact that a new 4Runner only gets 19mpg on the highway. Since there will be new Jeeps coming out this summer Jeep dealers are giving huge discounts on 2021 Jeeps.
The jeep is the right one for you. 2020 4runner are still outdated. The 4runner are for old people who still live in 2000, who care very little about electronic and want the most reliable vehicle they can buy. They want simple brake, oil and tire change that they can do it themselves without having to buy a $1000 reset computer. They want a high resale price and the soon to be collectors suv since toyota is going turbo.
I always wanted a 4Runner so I traded my JGC on one. Can’t say I’m too impressed. When I mash the throttle I wanna go not think about it. Brand spanking new and in the shop today is 21 days 🤦♀️
Why did you have it in the shop?
Mine had a death wobble at 6 miles on it. Finally at 2400 miles and 30 days in the shop I got rid of it. If it had not had issues I would have kept it. I bought a new Jeep GC.
@@jamiegould689 Great move on getting rid of the 4Runner and buying the Grand Cherokee.
@@jamiegould689 They WHY question means "WHAT caused the problem" rather than the symptom. My older (2004) 4Runner also had a wobble the moment I took from the showroom. Because stinkin' stealer couldn't balance the wheels. Now I have 230,000 mi of HARD service on it with very few minor issues.
Get back to us in 20-30-40K mi and share your jeep's service file. We'll laugh together. Promise.
Well lol.. I have had 4 Jeeps. My 4.0 was solid..2 were 3.6 pentastar engines and one great well the other I got rid of at 10,000 miles recently lol. I’m back in a runner. I got a 21 SR5 Blackout with Trd upgrade. This one does not wobble like the other and I have come to realize this is characteristic of the rig. They both are awesome and each a league of their own. Hopefully I’ll keep this one because my pre teen is chomping at the bit to call it his 🤷🏼♀️
Why is everything chrome
Seriously?? The Jeep build by Chrysler engineer and fiat 😂 come back in 60k miles
couldn't agree with you more, literally just replaced the oil pump, yes the oil pump, in my grand cherokee with 86000 miles on.
If you're rich get the Grand Cherokee if you want to be rich get the 4Runner .
@@antoncrowley7342 many of the Doges and Jeeps from this gen have that issue, but it's not 'just' the oil pump going out. It's a design flaw. I ran into it as well. On top of that there is the fuel relay thing.....
Get pass that and the thing is a solid tank. Some of yall are funny acting like you're really gonna find anything without some sort of issue. Lord knows the LS gang literally has to pick their engines apart for some of the issues and flaws tbose things have, but yall give those a free pass because reasons......
@@antoncrowley7342 😂😂
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For me the only thing that kills the Jeep it's reliability, it certainly age well, this particular model has almost 10 years in the market and still looks great, unfortunately, they're very cheap made and I'm not talking about interior materials, it's the full package, mechanical parts, electric parts, electronics parts everything it's just bad/cheap quality.
There's no many go-anywhere SUV like this, and yes I consider the 4Runner a competitor to the Grand Cherokee, I drive most of the time alone and I take my wife for my travels and adventures off-road, I'm not a young guy anymore and don't need extra seats, just something to take me to my work and travels, the Grand Cherokee tick almost all the boxes because it drives better on roads than the 4Runner you can get better gas mileage and it's very comfortable.
But the 4Runner it's something you can trust it will take you where you pointing and it will back home, I can't say that about the Jeep.
Don't even need to watch this to tell you 4runner...
I find it pretty ridiculous for the 💰 recent Jeep Cherokee trims got zero tech inside pretty bland screens were very eye sore-ish etc
Nice reviews.
Make a tow test between both
You mean tow truck test? In that - and only that - area, jeep will be the absolute winner.
2014 Gr Cherokee?
Yeah... but why?!?
4 Runner if you want something that will last. Jeep if you want slightly more power and transmission but won’t last…
At first I hated the fact that the grand Cherokee went to independent suspension but then my dad bought a 14 and I love how it drives and it’s quick 3.6 and the 8spd auto makes my Tacoma feel like a dog before I put the I drive in
Its definitely a smooth ride. Two very different vehicles despite similar beginnings
you're really hitting some of the major talking points on both cars. Suspension is VERY important to the hard core offroading crowd, meanwhile everyone who's got the Toyota knows that transmission saps a lot of potential from the engine, just Like the jeep used to do before they upgraded to the nearly perfect 8 speed ZF... You could put that transmission in a UPS truck and it would suddenly be fun to drive lol
@@josiaevans lmao. In a UPS truck!!! Dude, I just pissed a little laughing.
Why Jeep drivers never says hi when they meet?
They already meet up in the morning at the car service reception...
I like the 4Runner but the 4.0L was gutless and does not have the ability to tow anything above 5000lbs. 70K for a TRD pro, for that price I purchased a SRT 8 that is able to tow my boat and run 11s while leaving the poor toyota in the dust.
They are 50k bot 70 lol. And the pro doesn't tow anymore than the 36k sr5
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And when you drive a GC you drive "the most awarded SUV ever", right? Greetings from Costa Rica.
The 4Runner is not a rally car and it’s not trying to be lol
The 4 runner definitely is bouncy. I work undercover in law enforcement and many years ago we had a 1997 4runner in the fleet. It was so bouncy that many did not want to drive but I liked the vehicle. Once in a parking lot I was catching up to my partner who located a target and I hit a speed bump going fairly fast and my head hit the roof and it almost knocked me out. I thought I cracked my skull. Don't know if this 4runner was unusually bouncy because since it was a seized vehicle we did not know the history on it.
Wild1995 well, thats a worthless review......a 1997 4-Runner with an unknown history.......
@@theninja001 It was not a review LOL
It was an personal observation
Just needed new shocks and struts
narc
Nobody likes you
There is no comparison here, 4Runner hands down
It's not "the most awarded SUV ever", it's a Jeep! Sorry. Greetings from Costa Rica.
@@waltermeono5253 most awarded by mechanics for keeping them employed!
@@waltermeono5253 Most awarded for safety. Never on the road, always broke down.
Way more reliable
4Runner
4Runner looks bigger but Im sure they're similar in size.
I came from a 2000 Durango that was meticulously maintained in and out. The 4 runner is very similar in size and weight on paper but 4 runner feels bigger. 4 runner has a much smoother ride. But way less power that that 5.9l. The problem with the 4 Runner is the throttle by wire. The Pedal commander is supposed to fix that without flashing computer.
Feels biggers well.
I've always thought of the Grand Cherokee as an old person's car, while the 4Runner is the young, hip, cool ride. Kind of like PC vs Mac.
Funny because the 4Runner is old school (PC) and the Grand Cherokee is more advanced and feature rich (Mac).
@@DrivenCompanion 4Runner is more like Linux, dated and old school with a hardcore following, but never breaks.
Ummm...Macs (not to mention i-phones) aren't what they used to be and have lost market share.
i cant hear half the things youve said bro. speak up please.
If you're gonna compare a 4runner to a jeep grand cherokee..
Do the comparison with the TRD Off Road Premium atleast.. Not the SR.
I'll take the 4Runner.. and still have it after the jeep owner burns out 2 Grand Cherokees.
Toyota is the only love!
Wanted a 4runner so bad but they're just over priced. I ended up with a CPO 2018 GC Limited 4x4. Not as off road capable or as much cargo space, but more comfortable, more drive modes, better MPG and HP.
They’re not overpriced. They just last forever. Remember, you get what you pay for…
@@willchart1 Exactly, nothing against the cherokee, but the fit and finish and material quality is hot garbage compared to the toyota, they just feel so cheap and fragile. And 4runners very ofted last 300-400k miles and beyond with just basic maintenance. Coming from somebody who likes both.
More problems and recalls definitely Cherokee
Don't touch the diesel engine. It is the worst engine in the world!
You mean CHRYSLER engine, not ANY diesel, don't you?
I'll take reliability over looks any day.
Toyota is better
LMFAO the off-road part that's only better is the solid rear axle.
If you compare the trailhawk or a jeep with quadralift it has better clearance. Also the jeep has a hemi V8 more power and rides better. That jeep you are driving is NOT A V6 BTW it's dual exhaust it's the hemi bud. You clearly have a lot wrong in this video.
JESSUS CHRIST man stop it;there’s no comparison.🤣
No comparison between a 2014 and a 2017, try comparing to a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk
@@805gregg I agree, 4runners are garbage. So ugly, hideos. Don't care how reliable it is when it is just so bad looking
My cousin has a trailhawk, it would destroy any 4runner off road. I have the 2014 5.7 Hemi Overland edition, basically an American Range Rover
@@baldegl4422 land rover copied and came before jeep so its the other way around
@@ulrek54321 Excuse me, dude, but Land Rover copied Jeep so it came after Jeep, ríght? Greetings from Costa Rica
I would not recommend the grand cherokee to any body, i have one and it is a piece of junk, it does breakdown all the time! I definitely go with the 4 runner
If you don’t want to spend money on fixing shits go with 4Runner can’t go wrong with Toyota ! But with car show and good looking go with jeep I own them !
Like : GRAND CHEROKEE
Comen : tOYOA 4RuNNER
Jesus : don't go with USA cars
Forward & reliability.. darn swipe.. 😠😂
You come across like a Jeep salesman but Jeep sells like hot cakes so obviously a lot of people buy what you're saying
You should compare this Jeep with the Highlander not 4runner.
The Grand Cherokee and 4Runner are both RWD based SUVs. However, the Jeep is better offroad and is a better vehicle overall and the sales figures reflect that.
@@trent7080 4runner will reach 300k without any major mechanical problems, jeeps can barely do that at 60k miles, no SUV is better than a 4runner much less a unibody crossover like this piece of American low Quality crap
@@ramonator16ify lol the fact that you feel the need to bring up reliability in a conversation that has NOTHING to do with it says it all. Dont comment unless it directly relates to the conversation because I won't be responding.
@@trent7080 you do realize that's the main reason people buy 4runners right? Most people don't go off road with these things and a lot of them myself included couldn't care less about the gimmicks of cars today, 4runner customers care about reliability mostly and when it comes down to that 4runner doesn't even have competitors, hard to swallow i know but anyone that knows anything about any cars will tell you that they are indestructible, no one can say that about any jeep or any American made car for that matter
@@trent7080 Sales figures reflect nothing other than human stupidity. Sale PRICES reflect quality. Now go, compare same year/mi 4Runner vs jeep prices and cry yourself into sleep.
If you want a car that won't blow up on you at 80k miles, get the 4runner
SO... many. Toyota. fanboys here. 😬
My following may be a bit biased
Apples to Turds
Jeep WK2 with 210K. Drives like new, very tight, runs strong. I can pull my boat in the mountains, the 4evr I mean 4runner cannot! Why would you want the 4runner then, to haul kids to watch me take my boat out?!
are they really that reliable??
Which engine did you get and which year? I'm looking for a used ecodiesel.
@@cyclonus01 my ecodiesel
@@wasayable well maintained most modern vehicles are. Anyone can produce a lemon. I have had good luck with used cars.
@@cyclonus01 5.7 hemi.
That is the stupidest question ever posted on you tube! It's common sense Chrysler product vs Toyota product.
Common sense question
Answer=TOYOTA 4RUNNER
I know I had to double check the title. I’d take a 85 Corolla over a brand new Chrysler anything. I Just bought 20 4runner TRD-ORP
The sales figures say otherwise.
@@trent7080 You're right, dude. When a local brand outsells a foreign one is a rare event in the most unloyal and betrayal market in the world, U.S. Greetings from Costa Rica.
@@trent7080 Herd mentality is never intelligent. If others jump off the cliff, are you going to follow? It's a known fact: majority is stupid. Just look at IQ statistics.