Ford Explorer vs. Chevy Traverse: The Ultimate Mid-Size SUV Comparison

SUVs That Are as Flexible as Your Daily Life

If you’re looking for a new SUV, you’ve probably come across the Ford Explorer vs. Chevy Traverse. Visit EAG Ford Jacksonville to see the flexible and comfortable Ford Explorer.

An Array of Comfort and Convenience Features

One of an SUV’s primary functions is to keep its passengers comfortable. Both the Ford Explorer and the Chevy Traverse offer comfortable cloth upholstery, a spacious third row, and a power-folding function for that third row. The upscale Explorer King Ranch and Platinum trims take things to new levels with leather-wrapped interior panels, upgraded leather upholstery, and wood trim elements.

The Power and Towing Face-Off

Both the Ford Explorer and the Chevy Traverse have powerful engines, but the Explorer edges out the Travers when it comes to horsepower and capabilities. Power for this SUV starts with a 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine with 300 horsepower, but you can get a 3.0-liter turbo V-6 with 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. Like rear-wheel drive? You’ve got it with the Explorer, or you can opt for the all-wheel drive.

The Traverse, on the other hand, has one engine. The 2.5-liter turbo four-cylinder delivers 315 horsepower. So, when it comes down to towing power, the Chevy maxes out at 5,000 pounds, while the Ford can put up to 5,600 pounds. This little extra can make a difference.

Driving an SUV Should Be Fun AND Safe

Safety is the key to family haulers. We know you’ll appreciate everything that Ford’s Co-Pilot360 gets you. It equips the Explorer with forward collision mitigation with automatic braking, so you can avoid frontal collisions, and it has a blind-spot monitor to help make sure you know what’s in your blind spot.

There’s no more accidentally driving on the rumble strips on the side of the highway with features such as lane-keep assist, and your trash cans are safe from new drivers with rearview cameras to help them see what’s behind them. If, by chance, they still miss an obstacle, not to worry, the Explorer offers rear automatic braking.

Ford Explorer vs. Chevy Traverse: Which SUV is Ready for Adventure?

If you want to take your SUV on adventures that continue when the road ends, you can’t beat the Ford Explorer Timberline. This trim adds extras such as a limited-slip differential, all-terrain tires, and skid plates so you can get to those out-of-the-way campsites. The Traverse’s Z71 trim also has some off-road features, including a skid plate, all-wheel drive, and an off-road suspension.

Techy Cabin Features for All

When comparing the Ford Explorer vs. Chevy Traverse tech, you’ll find lots of features in both. Come see us at EAG Ford Jacksonville, and we’ll show you the Explorer’s 12-speaker Bang & Olufsen stereo system, wireless charging capabilities, and the 10.1-inch touchscreen that comes loaded with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto so you can easily connect your phone.