If you’re shopping for new or used cars and you need something with three rows of seats, chances are you need something that’s versatile, flexible, and dependable. The Ford Explorer and the Chevrolet Traverse hit all these marks, but which one is right for you? Let’s take a look.
A Wide Array of Comfort and Convenience
There are a lot of three-row SUVs out there that you can squeeze seven or eight people in, but are you really going to be comfortable? The Traverse is one of the most spacious mid-size SUVs available with a third row that even growing teenagers can stretch their legs in.
The Explorer has comfortable and supportive front seats, and if you have one of the higher trims, it will come with both heat and ventilation to keep you warm or cool, depending on the weather. Need a little help relaxing on the ride? Check out the massaging front seats.
Staying Safe and Sound
No matter which of these SUVs you have you know you’ll have the technology to keep you safe on the road. You’ll have loads of safety equipment whether you’re shopping new or you’re shopping used cars.
There’s no more clipping the rumble strip on the highway with lane-keep assist and getting too close to the car in front of you with forward collision warning. Systems such as blind-spot monitoring will make sure you only change lanes when it’s safe. The Chevrolet Traverse has GM’s innovative teen driver tech that allows parents to set limits and parameters for their new drivers. It brings peace of mind for everyone.
So, What’s Under the Hood?
Both the Explorer and the Traverse have impressive powertrains. You’ll get a choice of engines with the Explorer. Choose from a 2.3-liter four-cylinder with 300 horsepower or a 3.0-liter V-6 with 300 horsepower. If you’re looking for some extra power, the Traverse’s latest engine update gives drivers a four-cylinder with 328 horsepower.
Need towing power? Both the Traverse and Explorer can put up to 5,000 pounds.
Innovative Tech is All within Reach
Screens and more screens bring you all kinds of information and entertainment and put it right at your fingertips. You’ll have command of the road and your media in the Explorer now that it has Ford’s Digital Experience. This means you have a 13.2-inch touchscreen loaded with Google Built-in, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The touchscreen doesn’t stand alone, though, another large screen sits in front of the driver with all kinds of important information that you might need when you’re on the road.
If you think a 13-inch screen is impressive, you’ll be wowed by the 17.7-inch touchscreen in the Traverse. It also has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, making it quick and easy to sync your phone. If you need help getting to your destination, the integrated navigation system puts turn-by turn directions on the huge screen, so you’ll know exactly where to go.
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