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2024 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2024 Toyota 4Runner

2024 Jeep Wrangler offroading

2024 Jeep Wrangler

vs.

2024 Toyota 4Runner
Five years/60,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

Two years/unlimited miles
3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine rated at 285 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque

Standard Engine

4.0L V6 engine rated at 270 hp and 278 lb-ft of torque
Yes

Trail Rated® Badge

No
Yes

Hybrid Version Available

No

Southern California, especially the Paso Robles area, is known for its incredible outdoor landscapes, mountains, and beach fronts that make it a wilderness lover’s paradise. Is there a better place to drive a vehicle that’s easy to handle on city streets and highways as well as off-road trails? Mullahey Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM doesn’t think so! If you’re looking for an off-road-ready SUV that can take you from San Luis Obispo to the great outdoors with ease, you need to compare the 2024 Jeep Wrangler vs. Toyota 4Runner. Both models are designed with versatility at the forefront, but which one is best for the way you drive? Find out as we compare the 2024 Jeep Wrangler vs. 4Runner. 

 

 

Jeep Wrangler vs. Toyota 4Runner: Performance

While the Toyota has a perfectly acceptable V6 engine that generates a respectable 278 lb-ft of torque, that’s the only engine available. With an eye on versatility, the Jeep Wrangler offers four engine options, including a plug-in electric vehicle (PHEV) engine that generates nearly 100 lb-ft more torque than the 4Runner. Here are the engines available to Fresno and Bakersfield drivers on both models: 

2024 Jeep Wrangler

  • 3.6L Pentastar® V6 engine rated at 285 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque
  • 2.0L Turbo engine rated at 270 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque
  • 6.4L HEMI® V8 engine rated at 470 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque
  • PHEV electric powertrain rated at 375 hp and 370 lb-ft of torque

2024 Toyota 4Runner

  • 4.0L V6 engine rated at 270 hp and 278 lb-ft of torque

When we talk about any Jeep vehicle, we also have to mention 4×4 drivetrains. All Jeep vehicles are equipped with a 4×4 drivetrain. The Toyota 4Runner comes with rear-wheel drive and available full- and part-time 4-wheel drive. 

Jeep Wrangler vs. Toyota 4Runner: Capability

Not only is the Jeep favored when it comes to performance in our comparison of the Jeep Wrangler vs. 4Runner, but the Jeep Wrangler is also better prepared for off-road obstacles. The Trail Rated® badge indicates that the Wrangler meets the honor’s high criteria for traction, ground clearance, water fording, articulation, and maneuverability. Just in body design alone, the Jeep Wrangler is better prepared for what’s ahead on the trail with these dimensions: 

2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392

  • Ground Clearance: 12.9 inches
  • Approach Angle: 47.4 degrees
  • Departure Angle: 40.4 degrees
  • Water Fording Depth: 34 inches

2024 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road

  • Ground Clearance: 9.6 inches
  • Approach Angle: 33 degrees
  • Departure Angle: 26 degrees
  • Water Fording Depth: Not specified

Find the 2024 Jeep Wrangler vs. 4Runner Winner at Mullahey Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM

When it’s time to hit the road less traveled, which SUV are you going to choose? If you’re choosing the Jeep Wrangler, the team at Mullahey Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM is ready to help you find your model! Take a look at our CDJR information hub to learn more about the Wrangler, like details about its well-equipped trim levels. Ready to hit the trail? Apply for financing with us to get outdoors faster! 

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