Ford Explorer Vs. The Competition

Compare the Ford Explorer Against the Competition

At Hammonasset Ford, we're here to help those in Madison, CT along with the Branford, Westbrook, and Old Saybrook areas find their ideal SUV for daily driving. The Ford Explorer always remains popular, and is a top model to choose from. Of course, we know people want to compare it against the competition, and we're here to highlight how it stacks up so you can learn more and feel confident that you're making a smart and informed choice picking your next three-row SUV.

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Performance

The Ford Explorer can outclass many of its competitors. It offers a standard 2.3-liter EcoBoost® turbocharged engine with 300 horsepower. If you'd like even more, the Ford Explorer ST allows you to enjoy a turbocharged V6 engine with 400 horsepower. This is more standard power on both engine options over the likes of the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander and Chevrolet Traverse. Additionally, the Ford Explorer offers up to 5,000 pounds of towing capacity, which adds to its power output, and can tow handily over its rivals with more standard torque for greater wheel power.

Comfort and Space

With a seven-passenger vehicle, it's important to have the right amount of space, which the Explorer has. It does so in various ways to hold an advantage over its competition. This includes more rear headroom and legroom over the Toyota Highlander and the Chevrolet Traverse. Knowing that your passengers will have plenty of room as you drive through Madison and Old Saybrook and beyond is reassuring when comparing options, especially for those with families who are going to want a vehicle that not only is reliable, but one that has space for cargo and passenger needs, especially as young ones grow and need more space.

You can enjoy it all with other options like sliding second-row seats that can move with the touch of a button for access to the third row, plus there are comfortable soft-touch seating surfaces and materials throughout with amenities like heated front seats available too.

Technology and Safety

The new Ford Explorer offers a standout touch display of 13.2 inches, which is generally larger than the competition's. It allows you to integrate Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® plus Amazon Alexa and other Google capabilities, plus plenty of connection with up to eight USB ports throughout the cabin. One feature that the newest Ford Explorer has that lets it stand out amongst all SUVs in its segment is that the large touch display can also turn into a video platform. When you're parked, you can watch YouTube, or play games using Google Play on select new Ford Explorer options.

With Ford Co-Pilot360â„¢ you'll also find a host of safety features that include: Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Information System, Lane-Keeping System, Rear View Camera, and Auto High-Beam Headlamps. There's also Ford BlueCruise, which is a semi-autonomous hands-free driving mode that can be used on mapped routes in select conditions.

Learn More About the Ford Explorer Today

If you're ready to get started, contact us here at Hammonasset Ford. We'd be happy to provide you with more information and details and arrange test drives so you can see how the Explorer stacks up against other SUVs.

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