When you’re in need of a full-size SUV, the 2020 Ford Expedition and Chevrolet Suburban will impress you with their colossal cabins and rugged performance. But which should you drive home? Jones Ford’s comparison guide has the details you seek.
Premium Comfort: 2020 Ford Expedition
With its enormous cabin, classy comfort features, and sophisticated performance, the 2020 Expedition is our first choice for family-style cruising. Three of its four trim models set you up with high-end features, including leather upholstery and ambient interior lighting.
On the other hand, the Suburban offers one feature you won’t find on the Expedition: an optional first-row bench seat. With it, Chevy’s full-size SUV can accommodate up to nine passengers. As you climb the Suburban trim levels, you can pile on more and more luxuries, including heated seats and leather upholstery. However, the Suburban isn’t as refined as its competitor, especially when it comes to ride comfort.
Streetsmarts: 2020 Ford Expedition
When it comes to tech features, the 2020 Expedition and Suburban actually have a lot in common. Both of these SUVs come standard with easy-to-use touch-screen infotainment systems loaded with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity. This technology means safer access to smartphone apps, letting you interact with your phone via voice control or touch screen.
But the Expedition takes the lead in this category, beating the Suburban with its excellent list of standard safety aids. Features like lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and blind-spot monitoring help keep you safe at no extra charge. If you want these features on the Suburban, you’ll be forced to pay an additional fee.
Off-Road Action: It’s a Tie!
Both the Ford Expedition and Chevrolet Suburban will take you on a spirited adventure. In addition to optional four-wheel drive, these SUVs offer their own respective off-road packages. Ford’s FX4 off-road package will help you navigate the wilderness with features like an electronic limited-slip rear differential, skid plates, and off-road-tuned shocks. Add the Z71 package to your Suburban, and its off-road suspension, bigger tires, and underbody protection will help you handle the elements.
Tow a Bigger Trailer: 2020 Ford Expedition
The Expedition can tow substantially more than its Chevy counterpart. Properly equipped, Ford’s SUV tows max loads of 9,300 pounds. By comparison, the Suburban tows 1,000 pounds less. If you need to bring an especially heavy trailer along for the ride, the Expedition better helps you on your quest.
The 2020 Chevy Suburban is rugged and ready, but the 2020 Ford Expedition is the real segment leader. Ford’s full-size SUV moves better, tows more, and piles on the comfort and tech features. To see it for yourself, check us out at Jones Ford, your friendly North Charleston Ford dealership.