Dodge Durango vs. Toyota Highlander
When comparing the Dodge Durango to the Toyota Highlander, the Dodge Durango has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Toyota Highlander has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Durango versus the Toyota Highlander, the Toyota Highlander is a better car than the Dodge Durango.
Dodge Durango versus Toyota Highlander Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Dodge Durango ranges from $32,547 to $50,994 while a used Toyota Highlander from the same model year range is priced between $34,702 to $48,996. For a new model, the Dodge Durango's price is between $38,102 and $75,392, with the Toyota Highlander priced between $38,193 and $51,672.
Dodge Durango versus Toyota Highlander Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Durango is 8.1 out of 10 while the Toyota Highlander's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Durango being ranked 10 out of 25 Best Midsize SUVs and the Toyota Highlander being ranked 1 out of 25. Out of 31 Best SUVs with 3 Rows, the Dodge Durango is ranked 31 and the Toyota Highlander is ranked 2. The Dodge Durango is also ranked 15 out of 61 Best Crossover SUVs while the Toyota Highlander is ranked 1 out of 61.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Dodge Durango’s base engine makes 293 horsepower, and the Toyota Highlander base engine makes 295 horsepower. The Durango is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 640 miles. The Highlander is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 501 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Toyota Highlander has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Dodge Durango has the advantage in the areas of rear head room trunk space.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Dodge Durango has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Toyota Highlander has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$38,102 - $75,392
Used Asking Price:
$32,547 - $50,994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.9%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$38,193 - $51,672
Used Asking Price:
$34,702 - $48,996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
38.1%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 61Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 31Ranking
12 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
19 out of / 31Ranking
19 out of / 25Ranking
21 out of / 31Ranking
23 out of / 25Ranking
45 out of / 61Ranking
54 out of / 61iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 31Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 61Ranking
2 out of / 31Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
9 out of / 31Ranking
41 out of / 61Summary Review
Like all Dodge products, the three-row Durango is notable for being big, bold, and performance-oriented (on SRT/Hellcat trims). The 710hp SRT Hellcat version is one of the most powerful SUVs ever created.
Summary Review
The Toyota Highlander is among the best-selling, top-rated SUVs in the 3-row segment.
Pros and Cons
- Amazing performance in SRT and Hellcat trims
- Luxury level content in Citadel and SRT trims
- Three V8 engine choices
- No green (hybrid/electric) option available
- Aging platform
Pros and Cons
- Class-leading fuel economy
- No disappointing base engine
- Legendary reliability
- Poorly-rated headlights on L, LE, and XLE trims
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Special Service, R/T, SXT, GT Plus, R/T HEMI Orange, GT, Pursuit, SRT 392, R/T Plus, Citadel
Trim Levels
Limited, XSE, Platinum, XLE, L, LE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
293 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
295 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
263 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
467 / 640 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
358 / 501 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.4 inches
Cargo Space:
43.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
142.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
157.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4849 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
70.9 inches
Length:
201.2 inches
Wheelbase:
119.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4145 lbs
Width:
76 inches
Height:
68.1 inches
Length:
194.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
P265/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
