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Have owned a GH for almost a year. Your review is pretty spot on. A few things to mention. Our all around gas mileage is 24.5. When the fuel gauge shows 50 miles left it only takes about 7-9 gallons to fill a 17 gallon tank. Should still have over 160 miles left in the tank. The Hybrid Max power is impressive and addictive. You will love it if you are a little aggressive. If you drive like a granny the transmission programming causes premature upshifts which get the system out of the power and too early causing some stumbling. Needs a software upgrade. As you say ride and noise control is very good especially on long trips. Our biggest complaint is the infotainment system. It is very glitchy with apple car play and switching phone connectivity for different drivers. Safety nanny’s like lane control are not always appreciated but can be turned off. However the number one reason to buy any Toyota is its reliability and resale value. This is our fifth Highlander. When all is said and done they depreciate about $3500 per year in our experience. We usually keep them about 3-4 years 60,000 miles plus or minus. Owned 2008,2011,2015, 2019, 2024.
We pulled the trigger on the 2025 Explorer ST. The V6 drivability was a key factor as well as the GH being on a stop sale. Plus the creature comforts are more plentiful on the Explorer. Both are great choices!
even if it was $5 a month, they can keep all the subscription based nonsense. The more we keep entertaining those subscription based ideas, the more they'll push the envelope. - Blue Cruise subscription. - for Toyota, subscription for Remote Start, that's even worst. That is highway robbery (especially in really Hot or Cold temp markets)
@@victreebel170 Toyota isn’t doing much better now, multiple recalls and engines blowing up. Buying new I would take the Toyota (depreciates less), but you could get that Explorer 2 years old for half the price the Highlander, it’s a lot more than half the cehicle, pays for a lot of repairs. Explorers decent reliability wise - police use them everywhere.
One thing I hate toyota for on the GH is saying the hybrid max can tow 5000lbs, but then they only give you a 4-pin trailering harness (which toyota doesn't even make clear). Honestly that tow rating should count as false advertising since pretty much everywhere requires you to have trailer breaks if you're towing over 3k lbs. So you have to manually wire in a 7-pin if you actually want it which isn't a trivial thing since toyota doesn't even offer a plug-n-play solution.
Best. Review/Comparison. EVER. For me, this was a heavy weight fight between two SUVs that check all of my boxes. When I scored what was important to me, the TGH won by 1 point, with reliability pushing it over the edge. I also like that it's a little less noisy but both are great in that area. I like the look of the Explorer a little more. Resale is moot to me because I think I can get the Explorer for less than MSRP. Not so sure about the TGH. Makes it somewhat of a wash. Having said that, I will test drive both and see who gets my money! Again, great video from you guys!
It’s so sad that Toyota is going for subscription based EVERYTHING! You’ve already bought the car! This is the reason I chose a sonata over a Camry. Everything you bought that came with the car doesn’t require a subscription.
Unable to drive a new Highlander here. Toyota has severe availability issues in Iowa. In future videos you might include where the vehicle is manufactured. New tariffs are going to make things shift in price significantly. Great service you young men provide. Thank you.
Love our Grand Highlander. Have had in the past an explorer as well as an Edge both were great vehicles but the Grand Highlander is what we are driving now.
As one who drives 95% highway miles, with lots of big hills, the Explorer comes out ahead based on HP, torque, and handling. I'll probably go with the Platinum over the ST. The ST engine emits a lovely snarl under even gentle acceleration whereas I prefer to drive an equally powerful sleeper. While it seems like a very minor thing, the massaging seats on my '17 greatly increase comfort and distance between breaks, so I'm glad to see them still available on the '25 models.
@@benven2161 People buy the Explorer because of the design- and nearly 400hp in the Ford. Their mechanic will have a lot of fun doing donuts in the parking lot. Ford is #1 for the 3rd year in a row in warranty repair costs. It's what holds their stock price down.
The Ford Explorer is known for its strong engine options and spacious interior, making it a popular choice for families. On the other hand, the Toyota Highlander offers a comfortable ride and excellent fuel efficiency. Both SUVs have advanced safety features to keep you secure on the road.
I was trying to cross-shop the Grand Highlander with the Mazda CX-70, but as some have mentioned, GH is on a stop sale. They wouldn’t even let me sit in it. That said, I was impressed with the CX-70.
I like the V6 power and RWD dynamics of the Explorer for sure. I lean more towards performance dynamics in driving preference. That said, the GH is an excellent addition for Toyota. The space efficiency is outstanding. And I'm happy to see that Toyota didn't saddle the MAX with a CVT. Their Aisin 6spd is one of the most reliable transmissions made(they used it for nearly 20yrs). But with the MAX, good luck finding one and when you do, most dealers have them marked up, which makes one question if the Lexus TX would be a better buy(dealer experience, resale). And the subscriptions that Toyota forces their owners to purchase to operate certain aspects of the infotainment system is ridiculous(as with Ford and Blue Cruise).
I'm in favor of the Explorer. The engine has been around for awhile and is used in many other Ford vehicles. Which in turn should make cost of ownership cheaper because of readily available parts. Ironically, Toyota use to have vehicles like that up until they got rid of many of their older engines and started replacing them with newer hybrids.
Thanks for an in-depth review. Believe it or not, I left Toyota, which I consider a great product, and returned to Ford for the leather seats and six-cylinder powerhouse. I looked at the Lincoln Aviator as well but was pushing 80K. Just out of range. In closing, I will be going back to Ford, Platinum edition, for the reasons listed above.
1 crucial point you didn’t considered is that to get a Grand Highlander you have to deal with a Toyota Dealership which is the worse experience of buying a car in US. They always overpriced and scam you with things that you don’t need
I’ll take the Explorer because it’s RWD and its driving experience transcends the mainstream segment. The driving dynamics of the Explorer are more x5 like which is very high praise Even better id get the aviator
@@CarGeek360 but it’s a lot closer than you think. Besides reviewers have commented on how the driving dynamics and performance remind them of a bmw x5. That’s incredibly high praise You wont get any of that in a gh at any price
@@Kellettcj71 don’t hate the player hate the game. I prefer to know who my money goes to. I try to give as little as possible to antiAmerican values. Yes I have an iPhone. What other choice is there that is America? Yes I know some clothes, and car parts are Chinese. Etc. etc. carry on friend.
Both are great options, can’t go wrong with either! The Explorer has a more premium RWD platform, leading to better driving dynamics and it also has a higher quality interior. The Grand Highlander on the other end, is bigger, much more efficient with the hybrid and will retain more resale value.
I got mine April 10, 2024. Got it just in time. I love it. Limited Hybrid. 34 mpg. Waited 13 months. My Sienna XSE AWD took 25 months to get. Our oldest child has waited 13 months so far for his Sienna . Will be a 25 or 26.
Value after 5 years is impressive and reliability is even more impressive. A quiet and smooth and softer ride is great and fuel mileage wins the day, by a lot. Toyota wins big time !
Need to take big consideration of the actual purchase price. Can easily get huge discount when purchasing ford whereas toyota is charging msrp or even over msrp on those popular models. The difference could be so large to offset all the difference of residual values.
Looks and drivability are what most I look for in a vehicle. Reliability is 3rd. It’s the Explorer for me hands down. If I want a boring stretched, RAV4, I would get the grand Highlander. It may win a bit on reliability , but that’s it.
the Ford in terms of feature comforts and tech is a couple steps ahead of the GH. Only problem is reliability. Ik a car can be a little unreliable but ford is like the American Range Rover when it comes to reliability. That’s what sets the Explorer back the most, is the amount of mechanical issues it has. I would hope they have resolved those issues with it but at the same time the GH isn’t much better because those currently have a stop sell order due to engine problems I believe but it also just came out. The Explorer of this gen has been out since 2020 and still has the same powertrain. We looked at a GH in person, and it’s kind of disappointing for almost 60 grand, the interior is not as nice as what you would get in a normal highlander for about 54k and definitely not as nice as the Explorer . The interior on the standard highlander is about as nice as what you may get in a Lexus. I guess Toyota had to cost cut in many areas so that the GH could be ahead in the more important areas like sizing and powertrain. Would I choose the ford over the Toyota though? Absolutely not. Not until ford gets all the mechanical issues under control.
Thanks for share 🙏🏻🙏🏻. Front model of 2020 to 2023 was more elegant and beautiful than the new model in the Ford Explorer. The Toyota High Lander for me is better in comfortable spaces inside and of course the quality is far superior. The value in the future for sale is better for the good materials and reliable products of Toyota, than the standard basic materials of Ford. Some mechanic friends say: All the brands are good the bad is the low maintenance in the cars.
Both vehicles definitely have pros and cons. Unfortunatley both have rear signals in their brakes instead of ambers. Ford does get cornering lamps in the front. Screens are not a positive. Physical buttons and knobs in the Toyota is a big win. The Explorer is definitely more luxurious, but the removal of the hybrid engine is so bad... it makes no sense! Great review as always. Toyota isn't very reliable anymore, especially the Grand Highlander with its copious recalls.
Explorer is a great package as opposed to GHLNDR, especially in terms of seat & ride comfort, superb 10-spd transmission and a much better audio system but it's high time they start offering Hybrids as an option for better fuel efficiency. But for 60K it's hard to not consider Lincoln Nautilus & KIA Sorento
I like both these SUVs but would choose the Grand Highlander between these two, I’ll take a Nissan Pathfinder Platinum for $10k less than either though
I wouldn't pay over $50k for either one, honestly. Both start at a more reasonable $39k though. I'd consider in the mid $40's range. Between the two, I think I'd slightly favor the Explorer by the smallest of margins. It's almost a toss up to me though. I'd prefer a Traverse over both of them.
@@Blackandwhitecat-u9v ... that's not what I said. I just wouldn't pay $50k for a regular midsize suv. I don't want or need the very top trim. As I said, there are very reasonable mid trim levels for both in the mid $40's. If I was looking to spend over $50k for a midsize, it would be a luxury... like the Lincoln or Lexus versions of these (the Aviator and the TX). These 2 vehicles tested were almost $60k apiece. If you would pay that much for an Explorer or Highlander, go ahead. To each his own. I wouldn't.
Sorry my friend but you living a decade behind. Not saying these are cheap cars but they have loads of more tech then their predecessors. And adjusted for inflation and the competition they are priced about right for the top trim. Maybe 10 years ago a top trim SUV with all these features from would mid 40s lol
@@theholt2ic219 ... you are also misreading my comment. I said I'm the type who doesn't want or need the top trim and would go for a trim in the mid $40's. Looking at my first comment, I can see the misunderstanding. But I'm saying I would go for a lower trim level. I fully realize the price ranges of these vehicles.
Thumbs down bro! You do Ford dirty in all these comparisons. I've watched all of them. You'll literally explain a full point for Ford then scrutinize something else with a "but" and never give Ford their points. I've watched over and over. It's like because Ford is a shoe in Win it comes with over scrutiny. Nobody up North from Kentucky to Pennsylvania is driving for Grand Highlanders more than Ford and yall know this! Ford and Toyota aren't nearly the same.....the Asians put a model of Ford Explorer on a board and say...Build us a Suv similar to American Royalty Ford Explorer. And they still fall short because why Car Confections?...You have no choice but to upgrade your Asian Car brands...You can keep your Ford for damn near forever no lies. That repair parts are available baby.
In both cases 99% of families would be much better off getting a minivan. Instead they spend more on a vehicle with far less cargo space and passenger room that drives worse. And they still don't come out looking stylish.
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Have owned a GH for almost a year. Your review is pretty spot on. A few things to mention. Our all around gas mileage is 24.5. When the fuel gauge shows 50 miles left it only takes about 7-9 gallons to fill a 17 gallon tank. Should still have over 160 miles left in the tank. The Hybrid Max power is impressive and addictive. You will love it if you are a little aggressive. If you drive like a granny the transmission programming causes premature upshifts which get the system out of the power and too early causing some stumbling. Needs a software upgrade. As you say ride and noise control is very good especially on long trips. Our biggest complaint is the infotainment system. It is very glitchy with apple car play and switching phone connectivity for different drivers. Safety nanny’s like lane control are not always appreciated but can be turned off. However the number one reason to buy any Toyota is its reliability and resale value. This is our fifth Highlander. When all is said and done they depreciate about $3500 per year in our experience. We usually keep them about 3-4 years 60,000 miles plus or minus. Owned 2008,2011,2015, 2019, 2024.
Owing a hybrid limited GH for about 5 months and just hit 10k miles, the mpg is spot on 34-36 😃
I have the same issue with nx350 about gas mileage with 50 miles left in tank but only pump 10 gallon than it's full
We pulled the trigger on the 2025 Explorer ST. The V6 drivability was a key factor as well as the GH being on a stop sale. Plus the creature comforts are more plentiful on the Explorer. Both are great choices!
Probably the best comparison video. More realistic ..thanks for including all the points that matters to the consumer. Great work guys..!!
Thanks and glad you enjoyed!
even if it was $5 a month, they can keep all the subscription based nonsense. The more we keep entertaining those subscription based ideas, the more they'll push the envelope.
- Blue Cruise subscription.
- for Toyota, subscription for Remote Start, that's even worst. That is highway robbery (especially in really Hot or Cold temp markets)
Wait a couple of years and pick up the Explorer used. They depreciate like crazy, making them a great used buy.
They depreciate for a reason. Even Ford admits they're unreliable and they won't be able to fix their company-wide problems for years.
@@victreebel170 Toyota isn’t doing much better now, multiple recalls and engines blowing up. Buying new I would take the Toyota (depreciates less), but you could get that Explorer 2 years old for half the price the Highlander, it’s a lot more than half the cehicle, pays for a lot of repairs. Explorers decent reliability wise - police use them everywhere.
Why would anyone own this used 😂 they are cheap for a reason
Buddy.. My neighbor has two explorers, both are really bad , you have been warned
As soon as that Ford get 4k miles it will break and not worth the purchase yet alone being safe.
Can't wait to see the 2025 Grand Highlander!
Love my 2020 Explorer and will soon be ordering a new one.
One thing I hate toyota for on the GH is saying the hybrid max can tow 5000lbs, but then they only give you a 4-pin trailering harness (which toyota doesn't even make clear). Honestly that tow rating should count as false advertising since pretty much everywhere requires you to have trailer breaks if you're towing over 3k lbs. So you have to manually wire in a 7-pin if you actually want it which isn't a trivial thing since toyota doesn't even offer a plug-n-play solution.
I will go for the Grand Highlander
Best. Review/Comparison. EVER. For me, this was a heavy weight fight between two SUVs that check all of my boxes. When I scored what was important to me, the TGH won by 1 point, with reliability pushing it over the edge. I also like that it's a little less noisy but both are great in that area. I like the look of the Explorer a little more. Resale is moot to me because I think I can get the Explorer for less than MSRP. Not so sure about the TGH. Makes it somewhat of a wash. Having said that, I will test drive both and see who gets my money! Again, great video from you guys!
Thanks, glad you found it helpful!
It’s so sad that Toyota is going for subscription based EVERYTHING! You’ve already bought the car! This is the reason I chose a sonata over a Camry. Everything you bought that came with the car doesn’t require a subscription.
Unable to drive a new Highlander here. Toyota has severe availability issues in Iowa. In future videos you might include where the vehicle is manufactured. New tariffs are going to make things shift in price significantly. Great service you young men provide. Thank you.
Thank you! The Grand Highlander is built in Indiana and the Explorer in Illinois, by the way.
As always a spectacular and complete comparison. Thanks.
Thank you! 😊
Love our Grand Highlander. Have had in the past an explorer as well as an Edge both were great vehicles but the Grand Highlander is what we are driving now.
As one who drives 95% highway miles, with lots of big hills, the Explorer comes out ahead based on HP, torque, and handling. I'll probably go with the Platinum over the ST. The ST engine emits a lovely snarl under even gentle acceleration whereas I prefer to drive an equally powerful sleeper. While it seems like a very minor thing, the massaging seats on my '17 greatly increase comfort and distance between breaks, so I'm glad to see them still available on the '25 models.
The new Explorer is an improvement, but Ford really needs to address the reliability concerns to be able to compete again.
Compete? They leading the sale in this segment
@@benven2161 Toyota Highlander was the no 1 selling until GH came out. Ford also sells a lot to local county/city police departments.
@@benven2161 People buy the Explorer because of the design- and nearly 400hp in the Ford. Their mechanic will have a lot of fun doing donuts in the parking lot. Ford is #1 for the 3rd year in a row in warranty repair costs. It's what holds their stock price down.
Oem parts , maintenance comfortable
Hybrid and etc
My idea Toyota gh won
The Ford Explorer is known for its strong engine options and spacious interior, making it a popular choice for families. On the other hand, the Toyota Highlander offers a comfortable ride and excellent fuel efficiency. Both SUVs have advanced safety features to keep you secure on the road.
thx for unbiased comment 👍
I bought Grand Highlander XLE Fantastic suv!
I was trying to cross-shop the Grand Highlander with the Mazda CX-70, but as some have mentioned, GH is on a stop sale. They wouldn’t even let me sit in it. That said, I was impressed with the CX-70.
I like the V6 power and RWD dynamics of the Explorer for sure. I lean more towards performance dynamics in driving preference. That said, the GH is an excellent addition for Toyota. The space efficiency is outstanding. And I'm happy to see that Toyota didn't saddle the MAX with a CVT. Their Aisin 6spd is one of the most reliable transmissions made(they used it for nearly 20yrs). But with the MAX, good luck finding one and when you do, most dealers have them marked up, which makes one question if the Lexus TX would be a better buy(dealer experience, resale). And the subscriptions that Toyota forces their owners to purchase to operate certain aspects of the infotainment system is ridiculous(as with Ford and Blue Cruise).
Is the 2025 Highlander back to V6 ? (i've seen mentions of that elsewhere)
I'm in favor of the Explorer. The engine has been around for awhile and is used in many other Ford vehicles. Which in turn should make cost of ownership cheaper because of readily available parts. Ironically, Toyota use to have vehicles like that up until they got rid of many of their older engines and started replacing them with newer hybrids.
Excellent comparison!
Thanks!
Thank you so much for this great video review & comparisson. You two are awesome. 🥰
Thanks for the kind words and glad you enjoyed the content!
Thanks for an in-depth review. Believe it or not, I left Toyota, which I consider a great product, and returned to Ford for the leather seats and six-cylinder powerhouse. I looked at the Lincoln Aviator as well but was pushing 80K. Just out of range. In closing, I will be going back to Ford, Platinum edition, for the reasons listed above.
eXCELLENT VIDEO. GOOD COMPARISON
Thanks!
1 crucial point you didn’t considered is that to get a Grand Highlander you have to deal with a Toyota Dealership which is the worse experience of buying a car in US. They always overpriced and scam you with things that you don’t need
Nice comparison! I’m trying to decide between Explorer and Palisade! Do you think you will do a comparison between those 2?
We own a palisade coming from a Durango and the palisade is quick and good on gas mileage
The explorer definitely has more power and is more luxury if you go for the platinum or st.
@@johnn7218 The Palisade is heads above the Explorer in luxury. Have driven both- not close. But the Explorer looks MUCH better....
I think Toyota needs to make the grand Highlander TRD, but since it’s not a full performance vehicle, I’m going for the Ford Explorer ST instead.
I’ll take the Explorer because it’s RWD and its driving experience transcends the mainstream segment. The driving dynamics of the Explorer are more x5 like which is very high praise
Even better id get the aviator
An Explorer isn’t gonna have driving dynamics comparable to a BMW X5 with the M Sport Pkg 😂
@@CarGeek360 but it’s a lot closer than you think. Besides reviewers have commented on how the driving dynamics and performance remind them of a bmw x5. That’s incredibly high praise
You wont get any of that in a gh at any price
@@naveenthemachine probably a BMW X5 without the M Sport Pkg, trust me the ones with the M Sport Pkg handle noticeably better than the ones without
Which sun roof opens up the most?
Ford gave Harris $3m. Toyota donates red.
Easy decision. Toyota all day. Reliability is a plus. Gas mileage. Interior room.
You’re kidding, right? Need to bring politics into a car review? Jeez, what has happened to our country.
@@Kellettcj71 don’t hate the player hate the game.
I prefer to know who my money goes to.
I try to give as little as possible to antiAmerican values.
Yes I have an iPhone. What other choice is there that is America? Yes I know some clothes, and car parts are Chinese. Etc. etc. carry on friend.
Politics is why we're getting electric cars hanging over our heads.
Ford is notorious for being commie.
Yall are so pathetic...does your entire flipping identity and purpose in life revolve around your political party...smfh...
I'm not going to put my money on ford explorer i pick toyota grand highlander over explorer anyday
Why is that? I'm looking to buy the Grand Highlander
So many reasons most importantly reliability of course and overall space
Better gas mileage etc
OVerall, the Explorer is by far a better looking vehicle with a more high-end looking enterior. One is a luxury vehicle and the other is not.
Both are great options, can’t go wrong with either! The Explorer has a more premium RWD platform, leading to better driving dynamics and it also has a higher quality interior. The Grand Highlander on the other end, is bigger, much more efficient with the hybrid and will retain more resale value.
ford is garbage
How did you get a Grand Highlander? They’re still on a stop sell. I can’t find any. It’s not even on the Toyota‘s website to search for inventory.
I got mine April 10, 2024. Got it just in time. I love it. Limited Hybrid. 34 mpg.
Waited 13 months. My Sienna XSE AWD took 25 months to get. Our oldest child has waited 13 months so far for his Sienna . Will be a 25 or 26.
This was a press car. Production will resume in a matter of days from what we have heard
LOL so getting it before they fix the airbag issues is a win. ouch. My family's safety is more important then resale value
ALL great cars, but Toyotas history of reliability is what sold me.
You should do a Honda Pilot vs Ford Explorer Comparison. Both are extremely identical vehicles.
GH all the way💯
Ford=Fix or repair daily
Would love to see a Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Toyota Grand Highlander.
Which one is Grander?
Value after 5 years is impressive and reliability is even more impressive. A quiet and smooth and softer ride is great and fuel mileage wins the day, by a lot. Toyota wins big time !
considering the grand highlander isn't safe I would take the Ford! Plus the GH just looks like a Bus! I like how the explorer doesnt look too big!
Need to take big consideration of the actual purchase price. Can easily get huge discount when purchasing ford whereas toyota is charging msrp or even over msrp on those popular models. The difference could be so large to offset all the difference of residual values.
Comparison, I think it’s best to compare base model versus base model. What they come with not what you can pay extra for.
Explorer 100%
Looks and drivability are what most I look for in a vehicle. Reliability is 3rd. It’s the Explorer for me hands down.
If I want a boring stretched, RAV4, I would get the grand Highlander. It may win a bit on reliability , but that’s it.
Grand highlander❤
The ST is the one to take - just lease it new or wait for a certified used one for 20% less value.
the Ford in terms of feature comforts and tech is a couple steps ahead of the GH. Only problem is reliability. Ik a car can be a little unreliable but ford is like the American Range Rover when it comes to reliability. That’s what sets the Explorer back the most, is the amount of mechanical issues it has. I would hope they have resolved those issues with it but at the same time the GH isn’t much better because those currently have a stop sell order due to engine problems I believe but it also just came out. The Explorer of this gen has been out since 2020 and still has the same powertrain.
We looked at a GH in person, and it’s kind of disappointing for almost 60 grand, the interior is not as nice as what you would get in a normal highlander for about 54k and definitely not as nice as the Explorer . The interior on the standard highlander is about as nice as what you may get in a Lexus. I guess Toyota had to cost cut in many areas so that the GH could be ahead in the more important areas like sizing and powertrain. Would I choose the ford over the Toyota though? Absolutely not. Not until ford gets all the mechanical issues under control.
Thanks for share 🙏🏻🙏🏻.
Front model of 2020 to 2023 was more elegant and beautiful than the new model in the Ford Explorer. The Toyota High Lander for me is better in comfortable spaces inside and of course the quality is far superior. The value in the future for sale is better for the good materials and reliable products of Toyota, than the standard basic materials of Ford. Some mechanic friends say: All the brands are good the bad is the low maintenance in the cars.
I want to see a comparison of the Grand Highlander Hybrid Limited (not MAX) and the CX-90 PHEV Preferred.
Both vehicles definitely have pros and cons. Unfortunatley both have rear signals in their brakes instead of ambers. Ford does get cornering lamps in the front. Screens are not a positive. Physical buttons and knobs in the Toyota is a big win. The Explorer is definitely more luxurious, but the removal of the hybrid engine is so bad... it makes no sense! Great review as always. Toyota isn't very reliable anymore, especially the Grand Highlander with its copious recalls.
Thanks for watching!
toyota all the way!
So when monitor is cracked no cooling and heating?! - minus 1 point from F
Love the misaligned door seals at 3:03 on a $60k vehicle
I noticed this as well! 😂
Grand Highlander
Explorer is a great package as opposed to GHLNDR, especially in terms of seat & ride comfort, superb 10-spd transmission and a much better audio system but it's high time they start offering Hybrids as an option for better fuel efficiency.
But for 60K it's hard to not consider Lincoln Nautilus & KIA Sorento
As for the depreciation, Toyota is not doing that great. Really, it comes down to a person's choice.
I like both these SUVs but would choose the Grand Highlander between these two, I’ll take a Nissan Pathfinder Platinum for $10k less than either though
Fords rotary shifter is annoying to use.
Ford will always win in performance and tech, but won’t last long and Toyota is always know for reliability and efficiency which will last long
Are you going to buy reliability resale value or you are going to buy bad reliability bad resale value on the explorer you tell me
Both are not reliable, why you think Toyota stop selling the grand highlander, newer Toyota are not reliable
Ooops. Too late. Love my GH.
You said just $60,000. 6-7 years ago I paid 37,000 for the same car😂 #CarHunt #ExpensiveCar🚗💸
HOW come no smile meter on the explorer .lol
Are they selling Grand Highlanders now?
Nope, I also don't see the point of comparing the car that only exists in theory
Way too much Gloss black in explorer
Ford all day
Wait. You can’t even buy a new Grand Highlander right now due to the airbag debacle
GH is good car but not good looking car as much as explorer does
Tôi chọn GH ❤❤❤
Ford Lol😅
Buy Japanese.
The most overrated statement in the car industry
@@VG22.🫵🤡😂
I wouldn't pay over $50k for either one, honestly. Both start at a more reasonable $39k though. I'd consider in the mid $40's range. Between the two, I think I'd slightly favor the Explorer by the smallest of margins. It's almost a toss up to me though.
I'd prefer a Traverse over both of them.
So you want a new vehicle, but don’t want to pay for it😂. Gtfo
@@Blackandwhitecat-u9v ... that's not what I said. I just wouldn't pay $50k for a regular midsize suv. I don't want or need the very top trim. As I said, there are very reasonable mid trim levels for both in the mid $40's.
If I was looking to spend over $50k for a midsize, it would be a luxury... like the Lincoln or Lexus versions of these (the Aviator and the TX). These 2 vehicles tested were almost $60k apiece. If you would pay that much for an Explorer or Highlander, go ahead. To each his own. I wouldn't.
Sorry my friend but you living a decade behind. Not saying these are cheap cars but they have loads of more tech then their predecessors. And adjusted for inflation and the competition they are priced about right for the top trim. Maybe 10 years ago a top trim SUV with all these features from would mid 40s lol
@@theholt2ic219 ... you are also misreading my comment. I said I'm the type who doesn't want or need the top trim and would go for a trim in the mid $40's.
Looking at my first comment, I can see the misunderstanding. But I'm saying I would go for a lower trim level. I fully realize the price ranges of these vehicles.
Toyota screwed the pooch with the grand highlander. I'd actually get the explorer over it.
Thumbs down bro! You do Ford dirty in all these comparisons. I've watched all of them. You'll literally explain a full point for Ford then scrutinize something else with a "but" and never give Ford their points. I've watched over and over. It's like because Ford is a shoe in Win it comes with over scrutiny. Nobody up North from Kentucky to Pennsylvania is driving for Grand Highlanders more than Ford and yall know this! Ford and Toyota aren't nearly the same.....the Asians put a model of Ford Explorer on a board and say...Build us a Suv similar to American Royalty Ford Explorer. And they still fall short because why Car Confections?...You have no choice but to upgrade your Asian Car brands...You can keep your Ford for damn near forever no lies. That repair parts are available baby.
In both cases 99% of families would be much better off getting a minivan. Instead they spend more on a vehicle with far less cargo space and passenger room that drives worse. And they still don't come out looking stylish.
be a patriot and buy the american made grand highlander!
The Explorer is too made in the U.S.
@@limitedreach4446 you are correct
Buy Japanese!
Assembled in America ≠ American
The Explorer eats the Grand Highlander for breakfast
Its more powerful, more luxurious and more feature-packed
Looks better too...and its RWD
This
Ford has the worst built cars in the industry. Read up on the various complaints on the explorer in particular. Poor quality.
@@nicholas6789 well at least you can actually buy one right now. Don’t even know when they’re going to lift the stop sale on the Highlander
Tôi chọn Toyota .
should I ditch a BMW for a Toyota?