2020 Ford Explorer vs 2021 Chevrolet Traverse
Overview | |
MSRP$32,765 | MSRP$29,800 |
Average price$28,850 | Average price$29,512 |
Listings3083 | Listings1999 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
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2020 Ford Explorer Reviews SummaryFor nearly 30 years, the Ford Explorer has settled into the American lexicon like Cheerios. We've gobbled up millions of them, from the rock-crawling Eddie Bauers of the 1990s to the brand-new ST that can take down sports cars. The 2020 Explorer brings an all-new chassis, cranks up the technology, and introduces hybrid and high-performance powertrains in a space the size of a small living room. The Explorer's also getting very expensive while other automakers catch on to Ford's winning formula—for a lot less money. | |
2021 Chevrolet Traverse Reviews SummaryLike a geological core sample, you can chart the evolution of the American family car by looking at the Chevrolet lineup. Go back a few decades and you have tail-finned and wood-paneled station wagons, then Lumina APV “Dustbuster” minivans. Today, you have the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse. The Traverse is a three-row crossover of the type that has largely eliminated the minivan from showrooms. As the new default choice for larger families, the three-row crossover has spawned a competitive market segment, encompassing the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Mazda CX-9, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, Toyota Highlander, and Volkswagen Atlas. So buyers aren’t exactly lacking in choices here. The current-generation Traverse dates back to the 2018 model year, so it’s not the newest vehicle in the segment, but still fairly fresh. Chevy had some updates planned for the 2021 model year—including minor styling changes and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity—but they’ve been pushed to 2022. However, these changes don’t appear significant enough to justify waiting around for the 2022 Traverse, which is scheduled to reach dealerships later this year. For 2021, the Traverse is available in L, LS, LT Cloth, LT Leather, RS, Premier, and High Country trim levels, with standard front-wheel drive (FWD) or optional all-wheel drive (AWD). Our test car was an AWD Traverse RS model. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine3.6L 310 hp V6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower | Horsepower310 hp @ 6800 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name3.6L 310 hp V6 |
Torque | Torque266 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower310 hp @ 6800 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space23.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight4362 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height70.7 in |
Length198.8 in | Length204.3 in |
Width89.3 in | Width78.6 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase120.9 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload1798 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $32,765 | $29,800 |
Average price | $28,850 | $29,512 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 5.0 |
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | For nearly 30 years, the Ford Explorer has settled into the American lexicon like Cheerios. We've gobbled up millions of them, from the rock-crawling Eddie Bauers of the 1990s to the brand-new ST that can take down sports cars. The 2020 Explorer brings an all-new chassis, cranks up the technology, and introduces hybrid and high-performance powertrains in a space the size of a small living room. The Explorer's also getting very expensive while other automakers catch on to Ford's winning formula—for a lot less money. | Like a geological core sample, you can chart the evolution of the American family car by looking at the Chevrolet lineup. Go back a few decades and you have tail-finned and wood-paneled station wagons, then Lumina APV “Dustbuster” minivans. Today, you have the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse. The Traverse is a three-row crossover of the type that has largely eliminated the minivan from showrooms. As the new default choice for larger families, the three-row crossover has spawned a competitive market segment, encompassing the Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Mazda CX-9, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, Toyota Highlander, and Volkswagen Atlas. So buyers aren’t exactly lacking in choices here. The current-generation Traverse dates back to the 2018 model year, so it’s not the newest vehicle in the segment, but still fairly fresh. Chevy had some updates planned for the 2021 model year—including minor styling changes and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity—but they’ve been pushed to 2022. However, these changes don’t appear significant enough to justify waiting around for the 2022 Traverse, which is scheduled to reach dealerships later this year. For 2021, the Traverse is available in L, LS, LT Cloth, LT Leather, RS, Premier, and High Country trim levels, with standard front-wheel drive (FWD) or optional all-wheel drive (AWD). Our test car was an AWD Traverse RS model. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 3.6L 310 hp V6 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 6800 rpm | |
MPG City | 21 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 3.6L 310 hp V6 |
Torque | 266 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm | |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 6800 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 23.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | 4362 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 70.7 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 204.3 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 78.6 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 120.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | 1798 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | |
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