Toyota 4Runner vs Ford Explorer
Overview | |
MSRP$42,270 | MSRP$38,465 |
Listings652 | Listings3454 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryThe 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 | Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | DrivetrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower300 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 278 hp I4 | Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Torque317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | Torque310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower278 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower300 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space48.4 cu ft | Cargo Space16.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight4455 lbs | Curb Weight4303 lbs |
Height72.6 in | Height69.6 in |
Length194.9 in | Length198.7 in |
Width78.0 in | Width89.3 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase119.1 in |
Maximum Payload895 lbs | Maximum Payload1467 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity6000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity6000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $42,270 | $38,465 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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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 | |
Drivetrain | RWD | |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 300 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
MPG City | 20 | |
MPG Highway | 29 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 278 hp I4 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Torque | 317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | 310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower | 278 hp @ 6000 rpm | 300 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | |
MPG Highway | 29 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 48.4 cu ft | 16.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4455 lbs | 4303 lbs |
Height | 72.6 in | 69.6 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 198.7 in |
Width | 78.0 in | 89.3 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 119.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 895 lbs | 1467 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 6000 lbs | 5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 6000 lbs | 5000 lbs |
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