Brighton Ford is here to help you decide between the 2020 Ford Explorer and 2020 Dodge Durango--two stand-out midsize SUVs. We’ll look at both, but who can pass up a fully redesigned 2020 Ford Explorer when there are no major changes in the 2020 Dodge Durango. Let’s delve into the details and let you decide.
The completely redesigned 2020 Ford Explorer’s sleek new design is attractive and up to date. It not only is stylish on the outside, but the inside will not disappoint. The inside has space to make you comfortable, with three rows of seating, including two captain chairs. This SUV seats six with the option to seat seven, and features plenty of legroom and cargo space. Its cargo space has grown with the new design from 43.9 cubic feet to 47.9 cubic feet behind the second-row seats. When all of the rear seats are folded down, you will get 87.8 cubic feet of cargo space. The Ford’s standard turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine and 300 hp comes with a smooth and sturdy 10-speed automatic transmission and a rear-wheel-drive platform that improves handling, towing and overall balance. When properly equipped this SUV can tow an impressive 5,600 pounds
The 2020 Dodge Durango has gone almost a decade without a full redesign, and doesn’t feature the modern, high-class interior of its rivals. It seats five people, with an optional third row in the base trim that will boost the capacity to seven. All other models come standard with the third row. If you opt for second-row captain’s chairs, that will take your seating down to six. The Durango has an average amount of cargo space, with 43.3 cubic feet behind the last two seats and 85.1 cubic feet with all rear seats folded down. It comes equipped with a standard V6 engine with 295 horsepower and an eight-speed automatic transmission. This engine will seem less powerful and doesn’t handle well when accelerating at higher speeds. When properly equipped with this engine, it can tow up to 6,200.
The new 2020 Ford Explorer has an impressive list of safety and tech features. Among these is a highly rated infotainment system that quickly connects to your smartphone with the added Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. For added assistance, the Explorer comes with Ford Co-Pilot360 technology and driver-assist features to add ease and safety to your driving. You’ll have peace of mind with Blind Spot Information System, Rear View Camera, Lane-Keeping System, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Auto High-Beam Headlamps.
A rearview camera is the only driver safety feature that comes standard in the Durango. Available options include front and rear parking sensors, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, automatic high-beam headlights, automatic emergency braking, and lane keep assist. A standard Uconnect infotainment system comes standard in the Durango, with a 7-inch touchscreen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Options include a rear-seat DVD entertainment system, satellite radio, a nine-speaker Alpine stereo or a 19-speaker Harman Kardon stereo, and a remote start.
The basic list price for a 2020 Ford Explorer starts at $36,675 with a fully loaded Platinum starting at $58,250. These prices support Ford’s fully redesigned Explorer models and a long list of standard tech and safety features. Explorer’s most efficient base engine gets 21 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.
Starting price for the 2020 Dodge Durango is $30,495 for the SXT and ranges to $62,995 for the top of the line SRT. The Durango gets an average estimated 19/26 city and highway with its V6 engine. All wheel-drive will lower it to 18/25 city and highway.
Overall
Overall, two midsize SUVs that are similar in some respects, but you won’t be able to pass up Ford’s new redesign and quality of the 2020 Explorer. Come see for yourself Brighton Ford.