When you’re shopping for a sporty, three-row SUV, the 2020 Ford Explorer and Toyota Sequoia are bound to make it onto your short list. If you’re finding it tough to make a decision, our comparison guide is here for you. We’ll help you figure out which SUV is better at towing boats and hauling families.
Family-Style Comfort
Family-Style Comfort: 2020 Ford Explorer
The 2020 Explorer has been fully redesigned, with big changes that include a roomier cabin and new tech features. With spacious seating for up to seven passengers, Ford’s full-size crossover is nicely suited to big families who love road trips. The standard features lineup also includes family-friendly tech features, including a Wi-Fi hotspot and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone connectivity. When you’ve got a long trip ahead of you, your kids can stay busy surfing the web.
As a full-size SUV, the Toyota Sequoia is also big on space. Indeed, it even offers an extra seat, with space for up to eight passengers. Since the Sequoia hasn’t been redesigned since the 2008 model year, however, it doesn’t feel quite as modern and luxurious as the redesigned Explorer. And, although the Sequoia features the latest smartphone integration technology, it lacks a Wi-Fi hotspot.
Confidence-Inspiring Safety
Confidence-Inspiring Safety: It’s a Tie!
In terms of high-tech safety, both the 2020 Ford Explorer and Toyota Sequoia will keep you on your toes. These SUVs come standard with a wide range of features designed to help you avoid a crash, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and lane departure warning. There are also a number of standard tech features designed to help you get in and out of parking spaces, including rear cross-traffic alert, rearview cameras, and front and rear parking sensors.
Save More on Fuel
Save More on Fuel: 2020 Ford Explorer
Because the Explorer is a full-size crossover and not a full-size, truck-based SUV, like the Sequoia, it gives you a big advantage in the efficiency department. Depending on equipment and powertrain selection, the Ford Explorer earns up to 28 mpg combined (27 city/29 highway mpg).
Tow More
Tow More: 2020 Toyota Sequoia
If you’ve got an extra big boat, you can look to the Sequoia to tow it to the nearest beach. Properly equipped, this full-size SUV can tow a hearty 7,100 pounds. As a full-size crossover SUV, the Ford Explorer is slightly less capable, maxing out at 5,300 pounds. Shoppers really need to consider how much their favorite toys actually weigh before making a final decision.
The 2020 Toyota Sequoia is certainly roomy and capable, but the 2020 Ford Explorer is the ultimate daily driver – especially for big families. You’ll love how easy it is to guide this big crossover around town. You’ll also love the Explorer’s roomy, road-trip-ready cabin and savvy tech features.