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.
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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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 | ||
Jet Black / Chai | Sandstone | - |
Transmissions | ||
9-Speed A/T A/T | 10-Speed A/T A/T Transmission w/Dual Shift Mode | - |
EPA Classification | ||
Sport Utility Vehicles | Standard SUV 2WD | - |
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 | - |
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | ||
170 | N/A | - |
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | ||
N/A | N/A | - |
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 | - |
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 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 | - |
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 | - |
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | ||
N/A | N/A | - |
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | ||
19.4 gal | 17.9 gal | - |
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 | - |
Spare Tire Size | ||
T135/70R18 | Compact | - |
Rear Tire Size | ||
P255/65R18 | P255/65HR18 | - |
Front Tire Size | ||
P255/65R18 | P255/65HR18 | - |
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 | - |
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 | - |
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 | - |