The V6 is the only reason to even look at the Ford. The GMC Acadia is just a superiorly designed premium SUV overall with better reliability, build quality, and leaps and bounds better technology.
Nobody cares about HUDs anymore and a rear view camera is ok but kinda a novelty item. As far as the ac controls on the screen is something you easily get adjusted too
@jmc6000 i disagree entirely. A HUD isn't a necessity, but it's nice to have and hard to not have once you're used to having one. Also, everyone else in this segment has them as an option. The rear view camera is very useful if you ever have your view out the rear windows obstructed, which can be frequent for a lot of people depending on their usage. I use mine all the time anyway though just because you really can see better with it. The A/c controls I think are a big one and I've had it both ways. Having them in the screen is usable, but very distracting, it requires way more attention than turning a know. Specifically, I'm referring to the temperature control. The other controls aren't as big a deal, but the temperature is something that gets adjusted frequently. I hated not having that knob and a lot of other people feel the same way. I'm not saying the explorer is bad, I like it, but this review was very one sided and left out a lot of pertinent information.
I haven't owned a GM branded vehicle for over 35 years. So I cant make any modern experience comments. But I have owned 2 Fords, and a Ford influenced Mazda 6. And all the positive comments about the Explorer in this video have me reacting, 'yah, but it's a Ford' And what's with every reviewer going after GM and the lack of headlight switch? My current car plus the 2 prior to that have/had Auto Headlights. I think between the 3 cars, I've used the switch 2x. And I needed to turn them to automatic because the vehicle had been in for service and the tech turned them off.
Man I'm sorry this review is so biased. The touchscreen on the acadia shows finger prints worse than the touch screen on the ford? The ford is more usable when the a/c controls are 100% on the screen? How often do people in this type of vehicle need to change the headlight settings to something other than auto? How often do they need to be watching their transmission temps? You didn't touch on the fact the gmc has a HUD and rear view mirror camera, which is awesome when you have your vehicle loaded with people or whatever you might have blocking your visibility. You can't get either of those on any explorer. Yes the explorer handles way better, but the suspension is also alot firmer. They are both good vehicles, but they aren't trying to be the same thing and most people in this segment care more about practicality than how fast they can take a corner. I love that there are good performance options in this segment, but that isn't the right thing to focus on for the vast majority of people looking at buying a family hauler.
Jeep (cherokee) in most respects created this segment, but the Explorer perfected it by honing a stretched Bronco 2 since the 80s. They just know more because they have seen more in this class. Im not saying the Explorer is the best SUV in the market. I personally would pick a Honda CRV/PILOT or Acura MDX. That being said you have to understand that the Germans now dictate what people want in an SUV so the Driving experience comes 1st then the utility. The Acadia is a mommy mobile disguised as a utility vehicle. Ford runs so much of this segment although they don't have to directly compete with Germany they have to be aware of their presence.
i think it would have been better to do two separate reviews - the Arcadia for those looking for a good, luxurious, and highly practical SUV, and the ST for those looking for some power, handling, sporty feel to an all-ready good SUV. Next, we’ll probably see a comparison between a Lexus RX 350 Premium and a Porsche Cayenne GTS. 😂
You forgot to mention one thing Ford has the worst reliability of all three row SUVs, the GMC Acadia, for me. If I want to sit low and go fast, I'll get a Corvette.
Explorer ST all day long. What other vehicle can you drive and have drivers brake and get out of your way? Twin turbo V6 400hp, 410 ft/lb torque. Police departments all over the country swear by these.
Just wondering about that Ford transmission. Mine is a 2019 with 42K miles. Currently in the shop for a new transmission. It’s a beautiful vehicle but transmission is a Ford problem.
The explore is classic butt ugly & stands out being so dang ugly. It's not even close. The GMC is far better, classier, & it lasts longer with far better looks.
I will not be buying anything with your overpriced emissions control vvt dogshit that chokes itself out. Ford, GM, Chrysler. I'll buy something old and fix it up 1st. Cost for repairs are ridiculous.
I’ll take the ford as the performance and driving dynamics are more reminiscent of a bmw x5. That’s exceptionally high praise to compare a ford to a bmw in driving and performance
For the Explorer, you need to compare the Platinum to the Denali. The ST, Limited, etc are not direct competitors.
The V6 is the only reason to even look at the Ford. The GMC Acadia is just a superiorly designed premium SUV overall with better reliability, build quality, and leaps and bounds better technology.
No its not gmc is crap im a mechanic 😂
The GMC is hardly better quailty, and especially not better reliability whatsoever and the technology is far WORSE in the GMC
@@chikidd24😅😅😂
@@jmc6000😅🤣😂
My aunt had an Acadia and the transmission went out before 20k miles so I'm not too sure about "better quality"
The explorer lacks a HUD, rear view mirror camera and has no physical buttons for the a/c. That last one is the worst.
That GMC will self destruct right after the warranty ends. 😂😂😂. Lookup GMC Acadia problems. It's basically a giant yugo.
@@tingokuman the Ford will self destruct before and after.
Nobody cares about HUDs anymore and a rear view camera is ok but kinda a novelty item. As far as the ac controls on the screen is something you easily get adjusted too
@@jmc6000 yes they do, no it isn't, and you're desperate for excuses.
@jmc6000 i disagree entirely. A HUD isn't a necessity, but it's nice to have and hard to not have once you're used to having one. Also, everyone else in this segment has them as an option.
The rear view camera is very useful if you ever have your view out the rear windows obstructed, which can be frequent for a lot of people depending on their usage. I use mine all the time anyway though just because you really can see better with it.
The A/c controls I think are a big one and I've had it both ways. Having them in the screen is usable, but very distracting, it requires way more attention than turning a know. Specifically, I'm referring to the temperature control. The other controls aren't as big a deal, but the temperature is something that gets adjusted frequently. I hated not having that knob and a lot of other people feel the same way.
I'm not saying the explorer is bad, I like it, but this review was very one sided and left out a lot of pertinent information.
I haven't owned a GM branded vehicle for over 35 years. So I cant make any modern experience comments. But I have owned 2 Fords, and a Ford influenced Mazda 6. And all the positive comments about the Explorer in this video have me reacting, 'yah, but it's a Ford'
And what's with every reviewer going after GM and the lack of headlight switch? My current car plus the 2 prior to that have/had Auto Headlights. I think between the 3 cars, I've used the switch 2x. And I needed to turn them to automatic because the vehicle had been in for service and the tech turned them off.
Trying so hard to make this seem competitive. Other than the V6, there’s no reason a discerning buyer is picking the explorer.
Man I'm sorry this review is so biased. The touchscreen on the acadia shows finger prints worse than the touch screen on the ford? The ford is more usable when the a/c controls are 100% on the screen? How often do people in this type of vehicle need to change the headlight settings to something other than auto? How often do they need to be watching their transmission temps? You didn't touch on the fact the gmc has a HUD and rear view mirror camera, which is awesome when you have your vehicle loaded with people or whatever you might have blocking your visibility. You can't get either of those on any explorer.
Yes the explorer handles way better, but the suspension is also alot firmer. They are both good vehicles, but they aren't trying to be the same thing and most people in this segment care more about practicality than how fast they can take a corner.
I love that there are good performance options in this segment, but that isn't the right thing to focus on for the vast majority of people looking at buying a family hauler.
They think we're trying to get from 0 to 60 and 2 seconds, and how many times do you need to adjust automatic headlights?
Jeep (cherokee) in most respects created this segment, but the Explorer perfected it by honing a stretched Bronco 2 since the 80s. They just know more because they have seen more in this class. Im not saying the Explorer is the best SUV in the market. I personally would pick a Honda CRV/PILOT or Acura MDX. That being said you have to understand that the Germans now dictate what people want in an SUV so the Driving experience comes 1st then the utility. The Acadia is a mommy mobile disguised as a utility vehicle. Ford runs so much of this segment although they don't have to directly compete with Germany they have to be aware of their presence.
i think it would have been better to do two separate reviews - the Arcadia for those looking for a good, luxurious, and highly practical SUV, and the ST for those looking for some power, handling, sporty feel to an all-ready good SUV. Next, we’ll probably see a comparison between a Lexus RX 350 Premium and a Porsche Cayenne GTS. 😂
Why would you compare the sport trim vs the luxury trim? This is not helpful for anyone.
They aren’t really direct competitors to begin with
I think ford and gmc are going after different audiences with these SUVs
You forgot to mention one thing Ford has the worst reliability of all three row SUVs, the GMC Acadia, for me. If I want to sit low and go fast, I'll get a Corvette.
Actually the Ford Explorer has been pretty dang reliable and trust it far more than the lack luster Acadia
You are repeating things that show you are a complete parrot and ignorant! The Ford Explorer is recommended by CR.
@@jmc6000😅🤣😂
@@randywilliams5042 the Ford Explorer is recommended by CR.
@benven2161 That's a good reason not to buy it😅😅
which one is more reliable, the Acadia or the Explorer non-ST trim?
No bench in the GM is a huge miss in my opinion, because of that not even in the running.
Explorer ST all day long. What other vehicle can you drive and have drivers brake and get out of your way? Twin turbo V6 400hp, 410 ft/lb torque. Police departments all over the country swear by these.
ST😍🤚
Just wondering about that Ford transmission. Mine is a 2019 with 42K miles. Currently in the shop for a new transmission. It’s a beautiful vehicle but transmission is a Ford problem.
The explore is classic butt ugly & stands out being so dang ugly. It's not even close. The GMC is far better, classier, & it lasts longer with far better looks.
Not even close
@@UTHookEmHorns73 that must be the reason why it outsold the GMC! The GMC is enough to put you to sleep just looking at it!
@benven2161 That's because they sell a lot's of Explorers at a discount to police departments.😅😅😂
@@jmc6000 your the one who thought that the 2.5 turbo had cylinder deactivation.
@bostonaviation2010 well yes since it's heavily based on the 2.7 that actually does
You scared me @ 10:46. Looked like a cop pulling up 😅
This Ford explorer ST, definitely put the "FUN" in Fundamentals.
Definitely not paid by Ford🤣🤣
This dude is trying to sell the Explorer so bad. Besides these aren’t the proper trims to compare. ST is the sport and the Denali is the luxury…
Ford nailed it again!
Nailed what?
The Explorer looks way better, the GMC has no personality.
I will not be buying anything with your overpriced emissions control vvt dogshit that chokes itself out. Ford, GM, Chrysler. I'll buy something old and fix it up 1st. Cost for repairs are ridiculous.
I’ll take the ford as the performance and driving dynamics are more reminiscent of a bmw x5. That’s exceptionally high praise to compare a ford to a bmw in driving and performance
😍ST
poor people buy gm
And stupid people buy Ford .. so what’s your point??