Ford Explorer vs Lincoln MKC
Overview | |
MSRP$31,050 | MSRP$33,100 |
Listings1493 | Listings128 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryFor 2016, Ford refreshes the popular Explorer by updating the styling, upgrading the available features, offering a new and more efficient engine option, and adding a new Platinum luxury trim level. Collectively, the changes make the 2016 Explorer the best one yet. Unfortunately, Ford failed to fix one of this crossover SUV’s only real flaws, making it hard to recommend the Explorer. | |
Reviews SummaryIf you’re looking to impress potential new customers with your luxury crossover, tossing a Mustang engine under the hood is a good start. Never mind that it’s not the V8—a turbo 4-cylinder doesn’t mean what it once did. The last time a Mustang had a turbo four was back in the mid-'80s with the SVO, a car my father actually owned. Also a 2.3-liter engine, the SVO managed just 175 hp and still impressed for the time. This time around we're looking at nearly 300, and with the torque to match. Add some sexy interior materials, an optional adaptive suspension, and a panoramic sunroof, and you’ve got a crossover that’s hard to ignore. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City17 | MPG City |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 240 hp I4 |
Torque255 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque270 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower240 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City17 | MPG City |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space21.0 cu ft | Cargo Space25.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4457 lbs | Curb Weight3791 lbs |
Height70.0 in | Height65.2 in |
Length198.3 in | Length179.2 in |
Width90.2 in | Width84.1 in |
Wheelbase112.8 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload1703 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $31,050 | $33,100 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | For 2016, Ford refreshes the popular Explorer by updating the styling, upgrading the available features, offering a new and more efficient engine option, and adding a new Platinum luxury trim level. Collectively, the changes make the 2016 Explorer the best one yet. Unfortunately, Ford failed to fix one of this crossover SUV’s only real flaws, making it hard to recommend the Explorer. | If you’re looking to impress potential new customers with your luxury crossover, tossing a Mustang engine under the hood is a good start. Never mind that it’s not the V8—a turbo 4-cylinder doesn’t mean what it once did. The last time a Mustang had a turbo four was back in the mid-'80s with the SVO, a car my father actually owned. Also a 2.3-liter engine, the SVO managed just 175 hp and still impressed for the time. This time around we're looking at nearly 300, and with the torque to match. Add some sexy interior materials, an optional adaptive suspension, and a panoramic sunroof, and you’ve got a crossover that’s hard to ignore. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
MPG City | 17 | |
MPG Highway | 24 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 2.0L 240 hp I4 |
Torque | 255 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 270 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6500 rpm | 240 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 17 | |
MPG Highway | 24 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 21.0 cu ft | 25.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4457 lbs | 3791 lbs |
Height | 70.0 in | 65.2 in |
Length | 198.3 in | 179.2 in |
Width | 90.2 in | 84.1 in |
Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1703 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 3000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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