2023 Ford Explorer Vs. 2023 Traverse in Salem, VA
Comparing the 2023 Ford Explorer vs. 2023 Chevrolet Traverse
Are you planning to purchase a three-row midsize SUV? Two popular options are the 2023 Ford Explorer and the 2023 Chevrolet Traverse. It will be useful to look at the features of each to know which one is the better match for you.
We highly recommend the 2023 Ford Explorer, however. This vehicle is now available at Berglund Ford in Salem, VA. You can call us if you want to know more about this vehicle or if you want to schedule a test drive.
Below is a comparison of the 2023 Ford Explorer and the Chevrolet Traverse.
Interior Comparison
The Ford Explorer has a practical and comfortable cabin. It has an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment, including Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ capability. The Explorer SUV can fit up to seven passengers with a total passenger volume of 152.7 cubic feet. On the other hand, the Chevrolet Traverse is bigger than the Ford Explorer. The Traverse can accommodate up to eight passengers and has a total passenger volume of 157 cubic feet.
The Traverse also offers more storage space, with a cargo area of 98.2 cubic feet. The Explorer only has 87.8 cubic feet of storage space.
2023 Ford Explorer
2023 Chevrolet Traverse
Performance Comparison
The Explorer offers three engine options, while the Traverse only offers one. All but the base engine of the Explorer are more powerful than the Traverse's engine.
If you want an Explorer, you can choose a 2.3-liter EcoBoost Inline-Four engine with 300 horsepower, a 3.3-liter V-6 hybrid engine with 318 horsepower, and a 3.0-liter EcoBoost V-6 engine with 400 horsepower. Powering all Traverse models is a 3.6-liter V-6 engine with 310 horsepower.
The Explorer is also a more fuel-efficient vehicle. The Explorer Hybrid has a fuel economy rating of 27 combined mpg, while the purely gas-powered model has a rating of 24 combined mpg. In contrast, the Traverse has a rating of 21 combined mpg.
The Explorer can also haul more than the Traverse. The Ford SUV can tow a maxim of 5,600 pounds, while the Traverse can only pull up to 5,000 pounds.
If you want a vehicle you can take to off-road adventures, you should choose the Explorer over the Traverse. The Chevrolet SUV is available with an all-wheel drive system. But the Explorer's system is more sophisticated. The Explorer also has greater ground clearance, 8.7 inches, compared to only 7.5 inches for the Traverse.
Safety Features Comparison
When it comes to safety, the Explorer beats the Traverse again. It received the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award for the previous year, the highest possible IIHS rating. The Traverse did not win any safety recognition from IIHS.
The Explorer has the following safety features:
- automatic high-beam headlights
- forward collision mitigation
- blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning
- lane departure mitigation
- rear parking sensors
- trailer sway damping
The Traverse has a forward collision warning with automatic braking and lane-keeping assistance.
Find the 2023 Explorer in Salem, VA
The Explorer beats the Traverse in most categories, making it the better midsize SUV. Call or message Berglund Ford in Salem, VA, if you want to take this vehicle for a test drive. We're excited to see you in our dealership soon.