If you’re in the market for a new SUV, you might be asking yourself, how does the 2020 Ford Explorer stack up against the competition? Midsize SUVs all seem similar, but the decision is in the details. The following comparisons can show you the different features and how the Ford Explorer compares to other midsize SUVs.
Weighing the 2020 Ford Explorer Against Other Midsize SUVs
Explorer Versus the GMC Acadia
The Explorer gets 20 miles to the gallon in the city and 27 on the highway. The 2020 Acadia gets 2 mpg less on both city and highway, and those 2 gallons of gas can add up pretty quickly in just a few refills of the gas tank.
The new Ford Explorers also have more room in the riding interior so you can stretch your legs. Passenger volume in the Explorer totals 152.7 cubic feet, while the Acadia has 143.8 cubic feet.
Explorer Versus the Chevy Blazer
Do you want a car that can travel with your whole family? Seven seats are standard in the Explorer whereas the 2020 Blazer seats only 5. The Explorer also has better fuel economy.
Are you carrying a trailer? The 2020 Explorer can handle up to 5300 pounds! That’s 3800 miles more than the Chevy Blazer. If you need a big job done, the Explorer is your best bet.
Explorer Versus the Nissan Pathfinder
The best part about this comparison is the price tag. The Ford Explorer starts around $34,000, but the 2020 Pathfinder’s price starts at about $41,000. With better gas mileage, more interior room, and the nicer price, the 2020 Explorer could be just the car you’re looking for.
If you’re concerned about safety, the Ford Explorer is the way to go. Crash test results show that the Explorer has higher ratings than the Nissan in the overall front barrier crash test, the frontal barrier crash test, and the rollover test. Rest assured you’re in good hands with the Ford Explorer.
Explorer Versus the Toyota Highlander
Need more power? The beautiful 2020 Explorer boasts a turbocharged 4-cylinder base engine versus the 3.5-liter V-6 of the Highlander. But don’t let the power of the engine fool you. This turbocharged engine still gets the same gas mileage as the Highlander’s engine.
The Ford Explorer also has:
- A higher tow rating
- More cargo space
- More engine choices
- Standard rear-wheel drive
You can also save a few thousand dollars since the starting price for the Ford Explorer is lower than the starting price for the Toyota Highlander.
For more answers to your questions or to test drive a new Ford Explorer, stop by Jack Madden Ford Sales in Norwood, MA. We’d love to show you the full Ford experience along with all the new features for the 2020 Explorer.
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