2022 Ford Explorer vs 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Overview | |
MSRP$79,195 | MSRP$35,510 |
Listings1 | Listings265 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV Reviews Summary | |
2022 Ford Explorer Reviews SummaryTwo years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line and Timberline trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Canadians possible. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City14 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space41.5 cu ft | Cargo Space18.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight5785 lbs | Curb Weight4345 lbs |
Height76.4 in | Height69.9 in |
Length227.0 in | Length198.8 in |
Width81.1 in | Width89.3 in |
Wheelbase134.1 in | Wheelbase119.1 in |
Maximum Payload1636 lbs | Maximum Payload1425 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity7600 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $79,195 | $35,510 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | Two years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line and Timberline trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Canadians possible. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
MPG City | 14 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 41.5 cu ft | 18.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5785 lbs | 4345 lbs |
Height | 76.4 in | 69.9 in |
Length | 227.0 in | 198.8 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 89.3 in |
Wheelbase | 134.1 in | 119.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1636 lbs | 1425 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 5300 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7600 lbs | |

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