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Ford Explorer vs Kia Telluride Hybrid

2026 Ford Explorer
2026 Ford Explorer
$38,465MSRP
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2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid
$46,490MSRP
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2026 Ford Explorer
$38,465MSRP
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2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid
$46,490MSRP
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MSRP

$38,465

MSRP

$46,490

Listings

4462

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Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.5 out of 10

Expert reviews

Pros

  • Comfortable

  • Optional twin-turbo V6

  • Impressive safety ratings

Cons

  • Bland styling

  • Nondescript interior

  • Gets expensive with options

Reviews Summary

The Explorer was one of the first truly family-friendly SUVs, and it continues in that role today as a midsize three-row crossover competing against the likes of the Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Nissan Pathfinder, and Toyota Highlander. The current-generation Explorer has been around since the 2020 model year, and the big news for 2026 is a Tremor model that replaces the Timberline as the most off-road-capable Explorer. The available BlueCruise driver-assist system also gets an update.

Verdict: Ford’s SUV stalwart still gets the job done, but it lacks personality unless you go for the ST or Tremor models.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.3L 300 hp I4

Engine

Drive Train

RWD

Drive Train

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

7

Horsepower

300 hp @ 5500 rpm

Horsepower

EV Battery Capacity

EV Battery Capacity

1.65 kWh

MPG City

20

MPG City

MPG Highway

29

MPG Highway

2026 Ford Explorer
2026 Ford Explorer
$38,465MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
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2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid
$46,490MSRP
Overview
2026 Ford Explorer
$38,465MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid
$46,490MSRP
Overview

Overview

MSRP
$38,465
$46,490
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.3

Expert reviews

7.5 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Comfortable

  • Optional twin-turbo V6

  • Impressive safety ratings

Cons

  • Bland styling

  • Nondescript interior

  • Gets expensive with options

Summary

The Explorer was one of the first truly family-friendly SUVs, and it continues in that role today as a midsize three-row crossover competing against the likes of the Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Nissan Pathfinder, and Toyota Highlander. The current-generation Explorer has been around since the 2020 model year, and the big news for 2026 is a Tremor model that replaces the Timberline as the most off-road-capable Explorer. The available BlueCruise driver-assist system also gets an update.

Verdict: Ford’s SUV stalwart still gets the job done, but it lacks personality unless you go for the ST or Tremor models.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.3L 300 hp I4
Drive Train
RWD
Seating Capacity
7
7
Horsepower
300 hp @ 5500 rpm
EV Battery Capacity
1.65 kWh
MPG City
20
MPG Highway
29
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