2021 Subaru Ascent vs 2022 Ford Explorer
Overview | |
MSRP$32,295 | MSRP$35,510 |
Listings23 | Listings256 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
2021 Subaru Ascent 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 | |
Engine2.4L 260 hp H4 | Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower260 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City21 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 260 hp H4 | Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Torque277 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower260 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space17.8 cu ft | Cargo Space18.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4430 lbs | Curb Weight4345 lbs |
Height71.6 in | Height69.9 in |
Length196.8 in | Length198.8 in |
Width85.7 in | Width89.3 in |
Wheelbase113.8 in | Wheelbase119.1 in |
Maximum Payload1570 lbs | Maximum Payload1425 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $32,295 | $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 | 2.4L 260 hp H4 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 260 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
MPG City | 21 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 260 hp H4 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Torque | 277 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 260 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 17.8 cu ft | 18.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4430 lbs | 4345 lbs |
Height | 71.6 in | 69.9 in |
Length | 196.8 in | 198.8 in |
Width | 85.7 in | 89.3 in |
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 119.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1570 lbs | 1425 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 5300 lbs |
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