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Dodge Durango vs Toyota Grand Highlander

The Dodge Durango and Toyota Grand Highlander are both roomy three-row SUVs with opposite personalities. The short answer: the Durango offers V8 power and much more towing, while the Grand Highlander adds an eighth seat and available hybrid efficiency. Here is how they compare.

Dodge Durango vs Toyota Grand Highlander: specs compared

Specs compared

Specification Dodge Durango Toyota Grand Highlander
Starting MSRP About $38,995 About $41,000
Base engine 3.6L V6 (295 hp) 2.4L turbo (265 hp)
Top engine 710+ hp (SRT Hellcat V8) 362 hp (Hybrid Max)
Max towing Up to 8,700 lbs Up to 5,000 lbs
Seating Up to 7 Up to 8
Electrified No Hybrid and Hybrid Max

By the numbers

Specification Dodge Durango Toyota Grand Highlander
Starting MSRP About $38,995 About $41,000
Max towing Up to 8,700 lbs Up to 5,000 lbs
Top horsepower 710+ (Hellcat) 362 (Hybrid Max)
Electrified option No Yes

Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.

Power and towing

The Durango offers V8s up to a 710-plus-horsepower Hellcat and tows up to 8,700 pounds. The Grand Highlander ranges from a 265-horsepower turbo to a 362-horsepower Hybrid Max and tows up to 5,000 pounds.

Efficiency and seating

The Grand Highlander seats up to eight and offers hybrid powertrains for strong fuel economy. The Durango seats up to seven and trades efficiency for V8 muscle.

Price and value

The Durango starts a bit lower, around $38,995 versus about $41,000, and includes available V8 power the Grand Highlander does not offer.

The bottom line for Perry shoppers

Choose the Grand Highlander for an eighth seat and hybrid efficiency. Choose the Durango for V8 power and towing. At ALM CDJR Perry, a new Durango can add ALM VIP Club benefits and our Included Lifetime Warranty on qualifying vehicles.

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Dodge Durango vs Toyota Grand Highlander FAQ

Is the Dodge Durango better than the Toyota Grand Highlander?
It depends. The Durango offers V8 power and much more towing. The Grand Highlander adds an eighth seat and available hybrid efficiency.
Which tows more?
The Durango, at up to 8,700 pounds versus up to 5,000 for the Grand Highlander.
Does the Grand Highlander have a hybrid?
Yes, including a 362-horsepower Hybrid Max. The Durango is gas only, with V6 and V8 engines.
Which seats more?
The Grand Highlander, at up to eight versus up to seven for the Durango.
Which is cheaper?
The Durango starts a bit lower, around $38,995 versus about $41,000 for the Grand Highlander.
Which should I buy?
For seating and hybrid efficiency, the Grand Highlander. For V8 power and towing, the Durango. We can arrange a Durango test drive at ALM CDJR Perry.
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