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The Ford Explorer Offers Power and Space for the Whole Family - Discover What Sets it Apart from the SUV Competition

Shopping for a three-row SUV that can accommodate the whole family can be a daunting challenge these days, with so many options to consider. But there's a reason why the Ford Explorer has been a fan favorite for three decades, and the Garnet Ford team can tell you more. To illustrate what sets the Explorer apart from similar, competing vehicles, we've place it side by side in comparison with other three-row models. Read on to learn more.

Ford Explorer vs. Hyundai Palisade

  • Customizable power: With the Ford Explorer, Glen Mills, PA and Aston, PA drivers get their pick of engine options, including a turb four-cylinder, turbo V6, and efficient hybrid. But the Hyundai Palisade, on the other hand, has no menu of engine options available. Every Palisade is powered by the same gas V6 engine, and there are no opportunities for hybrid power for our customers who prefer it.
  • Power: Not only does the Ford Explorer have more powertrain options than the Hyundai Palisade, but it also has more overall power and greater performance output as well. Where the Palisade tops out at a maximum 291 horsepower, the Explorer engines are rated for 300 horsepower at the base version, 400 horsepower for the V6 option, and 318 horsepower for the hybrid alternative.
  • Features: The Ford brand has long been an innovator when it comes to giving drivers the latest tech and convenience features, the Explorer SUV is a good example of the carmaker's commitment to quality engineering. It has more standard amenities than the Hyundai Palisade, including standard Wi-Fi capability, satellite radio, three-zone auto climate control, and a power-adjustable driver's seat, among others, none of which are standard equipment for the Hyundai.

Ford Explorer vs. Honda Pilot

  • Hybrid option: Like the Hyundai Palisade comparison before this, the Ford Explorer also has more engine options than the Honda Pilot. All Pilot SUVs get their power from the same V6 engine, while the Explorer has multiple levels available for drivers to customize their ride. Plus, if you're interested in hybrid functionality on your three-row family SUV, the Ford Explorer has its impressive hybrid option available, while the Honda Pilot has no hybrid alternatives to consider.
  • Interior space: From second-row legroom to cargo room, the Ford Explorer has more space for your family's active lifestyle than the Honda Pilot. In fact, Exton, PA drivers find they can get added headroom throughout the vehicle when compared to the Pilot, as well as added legroom in all rows and extra cubic feet of cargo storage space.
  • Efficiency: Let's face it. Gas prices and fuel economy are top concerns for drivers across the country. With the Ford Explorer, you can trust that you're getting top fuel economy numbers, especially for an SUV of its size and class. Next to the Honda Pilot, base engine-equipped Explorer SUVs deliver overall better efficiency numbers. Opt for the impressive hybrid Explorer and the numbers improve even more.

Ford Explorer vs. Toyota Highlander

  • Cargo space: From your family's groceries to camping gear for weekend adventures in the Wilmington, DE area, the Ford Explorer has more space in its rear cargo hold for all of your gear than the Toyota Highlander. Where the Explorer has up to 18.2 cubic feet, with more available by folding the backseats, the Highlander has just 16 cubic feet of space.
  • Towing capacity and safety: With greater power output, the Ford Explorer also has a greater towing capacity than the Toyota Highlander. The Ford SUV can easily manage 5,600 pounds towing, while the Toyota can achieve 5,000. Not only that, but the Ford Explorer also makes towing and trailering easier and safer, with standard trailer sway damping, a feature that you won't find on the Toyota Highlander.
  • Third row legroom: In a Toyota Highlander, the third row is best left to smaller children, as it offers just 27.7 inches of legroom. But the Ford Explorer, with more than 32 inches of legroom, can easily accommodate gangly teens or full-grown adults more comfortably.

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