2022 ford explorer vs 2022 chevrolet traverse

Q: Is the Ford Explorer or Chevy Traverse better?

If youre looking for the SUV with the most cargo room, go with the Chevy Traverse. The new 2022 Chevy Traverse provides eight-passenger seating and up to 98.2 cubic feet of cargo volume. The Ford Explorer only gives you 87.8 cubic feet of cargo space.

Are you finding it tough to tell the difference between the 2022 Ford Explorer and Chevy Traverse? Our comparison guide is here to help you sort out the best features of each of these three-row crossover SUVs. Let’s take a look.

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Passenger and Cargo Space: 2022 Chevrolet Traverse
Modern Features: 2022 Ford Explorer
Maximum Efficiency: 2022 Ford Explorer
Strongest Towing Capacity: 2022 Ford Explorer
Your New Midsize SUV
Exterior color
Interior color
Transmissions
Weight Information
Is the Ford Explorer or Chevy Traverse better?
What Ford SUV is comparable to the Chevy Traverse?
Is the 2022 Ford Explorer reliable?
What cars are comparable to the Ford Explorer?

Passenger and Cargo Space: 2022 Chevrolet Traverse

With an extra seat and a bigger cargo hold, the Traverse takes the lead. The Traverse comes standard with seating for up to eight people. If you add second-row captain’s chairs, that number drops to seven. Behind the rear seats, the Traverse offers 23 cubic feet for you and your kids’ everyday gear.

The 2022 Ford Explorer comes standard with space for seven passengers. If you decide you want second-row captain’s chairs, your Explorer will have six seats. The Explorer gives you road-trip-friendly cargo space, too, with 18.2 cubic feet behind the rear seats.

Modern Features: 2022 Ford Explorer

You and your loved ones are going to love the Explorer’s standard lineup, which includes everything from complete smartphone integration (via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto) to street-smart safety (with frontal collision mitigation and lane-keeping assist). The family-friendly tri-zone automatic climate control treats everyone to their own personal comfort zone. And the Explorer cabin is highly configurable, with a 35/30/35-split folding second-row bench seat (or optional second-row captain’s chairs) and 50/50-split folding third-row seats.

The 2022 Chevy Traverse is also nicely equipped, with a standard lineup so similar to that of the Explorer that you won’t be missing much at all. However, we do prefer Ford’s infotainment interface, which is very intuitive and quick to respond. Chevrolet’s infotainment setup does wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. We just wish Chevy’s software was a little more user-friendly.

Maximum Efficiency: 2022 Ford Explorer

In addition to supplying a very powerful ride with its standard turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine (300 horsepower, 310 lb-ft of torque), the Explorer also offered even more power (318 total horses) and extra fuel economy via its optional hybrid powertrain. With it, the Explorer earns up to 27 mpg combined (27 city/28 highway), a very impressive rate for such a family-friendly vehicle.

The Chevy Traverse doesn’t offer a hybrid powertrain, but its standard V6 (310 hp, 266 lb-ft) delivers a strong performance. Unfortunately, the Traverse’s V6 trails behind the Explorer in terms of fuel economy, earning up to 21 mpg combined (18/27 mpg).

Strongest Towing Capacity: 2022 Ford Explorer

If you’ve got a big boat or medium-size camper at home, you’ll be pleased to know that the Explorer can handle it. Properly equipped, Ford’s midsize three-row crossover can tow max loads of 5,600 pounds.

The 2022 Chevy Traverse isn’t quite as capable, but it comes close. With the right equipment, the Traverse can tow a boat or camper weighing up to 5,000 pounds. As long as your favorite toys don’t weigh more than that, you’re good to go. If not, you need the Explorer.

Your New Midsize SUV

The 2022 Chevy Traverse is a roomy option, but the 2022 Ford Explorer gives you more of what you want in a modern SUV. That means a stronger ride with greater fuel economy. And it also means a long list of creature comforts! Of the pair, the Explorer is the ultimate family hauler.

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Overview
Door
4-door	4-door	-
Seats
8	7	-
Engine
310.0-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine(Gasoline Fuel)	300.0-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine(Gasoline Fuel)	-
Combined MPG
21	24	-
Size
205.9" length, 70.7" height	198.8" length, 70.2" height	-
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	-

Exterior color

Interior color
Interior color
Jet Black / Chai	Sandstone	-

Transmissions

9-Speed A/T

A/T

10-Speed A/T

A/T

Transmission w/Dual Shift Mode

Vehicle
EPA Classification
Sport Utility Vehicles	Standard SUV 2WD	-

Wheels
Spare Wheel Material
Steel	Steel	-
Rear Wheel Material
Aluminum	Aluminum	-
Front Wheel Material
Aluminum	Aluminum	-
Spare Wheel Size
18 x -TBD- in	Compact in	-
Rear Wheel Size
18 x -TBD- in	18 X 7.5 in	-
Front Wheel Size
18 x -TBD- in	18 X 7.5 in	-

Electrical
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
170	N/A	-
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
N/A	N/A	-

Engine
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
266 @ 2800	310 @ 3500	-
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
310 @ 6800	300 @ 5500	-
Displacement
3.6L/217	2.3 L/140	-
Engine Type
Gas V6	Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4	-

Mileage
EPA MPG Equivalent - City
N/A	N/A	-
Cruising Range - Hwy
523.80 mi	501.20 mi	-
Fuel Economy Est-Combined
21 MPG	24 MPG	-
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City
18 MPG	21 MPG	-
Cruising Range - City
349.20 mi	375.90 mi	-
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy
27 MPG	28 MPG	-
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy
N/A	N/A	-
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined
N/A	N/A	-
Estimated Battery Range
N/A	N/A	-

Suspension
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
auxiliary spring aids	Multi-Link	-
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
N/A	Strut	-
Suspension Type - Rear
Five-link independent	Multi-Link	-
Suspension Type - Front
MacPherson strut independent	Strut	-

Brakes
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
12.4 x -TBD- in	12.6 in	-
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
12.64 x -TBD- in	13.6 in	-
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Yes	Yes	-
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Yes	Yes	-
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
N/A	N/A	-
Brake ABS System
4-Wheel	4-Wheel	-
Brake Type
Pwr	4-Wheel Disc	-
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
N/A	N/A	-

Fuel Tank
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
N/A	N/A	-
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
19.4 gal	17.9 gal	-

Steering
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall
N/A	N/A	-
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
39.0 ft	N/A	-
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)
N/A	N/A	-
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
N/A	N/A	-
Steering Type
Electric variable-effort Power Rack & Pinion	Rack-Pinion	-

Tires
Spare Tire Size
T135/70R18	Compact	-
Rear Tire Size
P255/65R18	P255/65HR18	-
Front Tire Size
P255/65R18	P255/65HR18	-

Trailering
Maximum Trailering Capacity
N/A	5300 lbs	-
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
150 lbs	530 lbs	-
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
1500 lbs	5300 lbs	-
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
150 lbs	500 lbs	-
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
1500 lbs	5000 lbs	-

Weight Information
Maximum Payload Capacity
N/A	N/A	-
Curb Weight - Rear
N/A	N/A	-
Curb Weight - Front
N/A	N/A	-
Base Curb Weight
4310 lbs	4345 lbs	-
Curb Weight
N/A	N/A	-
Total Option Weight
0.00 lbs	0.00 lbs	-

Dimensions
Passenger Volume
N/A	152.7 ft³	-
Passenger Capacity
8	7	-
Third Hip Room
48.5 in	40.9 in	-
Wheelbase
120.93 in	119.1 in	-
Length, Overall
205.9 in	198.8 in	-
Width, Max w/o mirrors
78.6 in	78.9 in	-
Height, Overall
70.7 in	70.2 in	-
Track Width, Front
67.3 in	66.9 in	-
Track Width, Rear
67.03 in	66.9 in	-
Min Ground Clearance
7.51 in	8.2 in	-
Rear Door Opening Height
N/A	N/A	-
Rear Door Opening Width
N/A	N/A	-
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1
89.75 in	83.9 in	-
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2
56.77 in	49.8 in	-
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3
24.75 in	20.8 in	-
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline
N/A	59 in	-
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings
48.49 in	48.1 in	-
Cargo Box (Area) Height
N/A	32.8 in	-
Liftover Height
30.57 in	32.8 in	-
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
98.2 ft³	87.8 ft³	-
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
57.8 ft³	47.9 ft³	-
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
23.0 ft³	18.2 ft³	-
Third Shoulder Room
57.5 in	54.6 in	-
Third Leg Room
33.48 in	32.2 in	-
Third Head Room
38.21 in	38.9 in	-
Second Hip Room
56.91 in	59.1 in	-
Second Shoulder Room
62.16 in	61.9 in	-
Second Leg Room
38.41 in	39 in	-
Second Head Room
40.02 in	40.5 in	-
Front Hip Room
58.1 in	59.2 in	-
Front Shoulder Room
61.91 in	61.8 in	-
Front Leg Room
41.01 in	43 in	-
Front Head Room
42.8 in	40.7 in	-

Is the Ford Explorer or Chevy Traverse better?

If you're looking for the SUV with the most cargo room, go with the Chevy Traverse. The new 2022 Chevy Traverse provides eight-passenger seating and up to 98.2 cubic feet of cargo volume. The Ford Explorer only gives you 87.8 cubic feet of cargo space.

What Ford SUV is comparable to the Chevy Traverse?

The 2021 Ford Explorer and 2021 Chevy Traverse offer comparable performance from their standard engines. While the Chevy Traverse provides a larger engine, the Ford Explorer delivers better torque, fuel economy, and a higher maximum towing capacity.

Is the 2022 Ford Explorer reliable?

Is the Ford Explorer Reliable ? The 2022 Ford Explorer has a predicted reliability score of 81 out of 100. A J.D. Power predicted reliability score of 91-100 is considered the Best, 81-90 is Great, 70-80 is Average, and 0-69 is Fair and considered below average.