2020 Ford Explorer vs Chevy Traverse

When it comes to figuring out which is better, the 2020 Ford Explorer or Chevy Traverse, where should you turn? To us. Our Fred Beans Ford of Mechanicsburg team has created this comparison for our customers around Carlisle, Mechanicsburg, and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Check it out and contact us with any questions-we'd be happy to answer them and set you up with your very own test drive.

Ford Explorer vs Chevy Traverse: Cabin Dimensions

Since these are SUVs we're talking about, we'll kick things off with a look at how much space their cabins give you and your passengers. Note that the 2020 Explorer interior outpaces the 2020 Traverse when it comes to second-row headroom (without its Platinum trim level's moonroof), third-row headroom, first-row legroom, second-row legroom, first-row hip room, and second-row hip room. View all the specifics here:

Ford Explorer vs Chevy Traverse: Engine Options

The 2020 Ford Explorer also lets Mechanicsburg, Harrisburg, and Carlisle drivers choose between a couple different powerful engines. Chevy's 2020 Traverse? It also provides a powerful lineup. Let's dive in.

The 2020 Chevy Traverse standard engine is a 3.6L V6 that's capable of kicking out 266 lb-ft of torque. On the other hand, the 2020 Explorer lets you choose among three different powertrains that all manage to produce more torque than that: a 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4, a 3.0L EcoBoost^Ò V6, and a 3.3L Hybrid.

• 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine: 310 lb-ft of torque
• 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 Engine: 380 lb-ft of torque (Platinum trim) or 410 lb-ft of torque (ST trim)
• 3.3L Hybrid Powertrain: 322 lb-ft of torque

Ford Explorer vs Chevy Traverse: Fuel Efficiency

Last, but not least, this Ford can be a more efficient SUV than its Chevy counterpart. For example, the Explorer base model can achieve EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings as high as 27 city/29 highway MPG. Yet the Traverse is reporting ratings as low as 18 city/27 highway MPG. Which one would you rather fill at the pump?

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