The RWD Options | Explorer vs Durango
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 ก.ค. 2024
- Once upon a time RWD body on frame SUVs roamed the land and started to attract active families that might have opted for station wagons or minivans before. Over the years most of these family haulers morphed into crossovers which blend SUV looks with minivan motivation, but for 2021 there are two options that are different from the rest. The Durango and Explorer are the only non-luxury RWD three-row vehicles that start under $35,000...
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Alex "I live in a botanical garden and like to park my cars so close that it gives my viewers anxiety"... :)
Could not believe my Eyes. Thought they were touching.
My mom bought the 2020 Ford Explorer XLT, she was deciding between the Ford and the Durango. She loved both, but the ford won out; and the whole family loves it. She praises the driving dynamics, there's enough space for five people. Me and my brothers are each over 6 ft tall. It's comfortable for long trips. And I think it looks absolutely beautiful. Videos and Pictures don't do it justice. To me it's gorgeous , not an European suv gorgeous, but American gorgeous. I can't put it into words well, but there's just something very handsome about it.
My choice is very simple, I'm a Ford owner, and I love my SHO (2012), but as far as these two are concerned, the Durango from the year 2020 has been a winner for me, I'll go for the Durango without thinking twice.
Alex, After this avalanche of facts and figures I can't decide which is better - Explorango® or Durplorer®
Explorango 😙
@@dotheroar2524 I think you might just be right.
This comment is mint.
wow your parking skill is at a whole new level!
Mmm Durango. It's grrrrrreat!! Put the cruise at 90 mph and cover thousands of miles in absolute comfort and confidence. The 24.6 gallon tank can get ya 500 or 600 miles of range (V6 versus V8).
Ford missed an opportunity with the Explorer redesign.
I’m a self-professed car geek, and it’s damn near impossible to tell the difference between the prior gen Explorer and the current one at a glance.
@@radudeATL I have a 2018 Platinum and they aren't even close in exterior style. The new body design is a failure on so many levels. One word explains it quite well...............neutered. Ford took out every ounce of "manly" completely out of the new explorer design. I love the rear wheel drive, but the looks alone stopped me cold from trading in my 2018.
@@whpony96 the old explorer looks like a jelly bean
I have a 15 Sport. This redesign looks way more trim and muscular imop. I love the new ST.
@@cdnpont Agreed. The redesign looks way more muscular. It's also ugly as hell but definitely more muscular and masculine.
The Durango is on the WK2 platform, which is a refreshed WK platform which was a modified M class platform. The Durango at its heart is among the sequoia and 4runner for age. Whats even weirder is that the Durango that was actually out in the 2000's was based on a different architecture entirely and at the time was modern. The Durango has a crazy history for only being 21 years old overall
You should definitely keep the Durango, i have a citadel with the 5.7 and as for reliability its been phenomenal.
Exactly, keyboard warriors always comment about FCA reliability but my family owns 4 of their products. ZERO issues
How old is it?
@@lawnmowerdude 05 magnum, 15 grand Cherokee, 18 Durango, 15 challenger
@D tay - whats the odo on '18 durango? Cannot see much high miles durango (newer ones). All old ones may last sometime.
@@gardenst4398 23k somewhere in that ballpark
I have a 2015 Durango now.
I am tempted to get the new Durango Tow n Go model.
I have been extremely satisfied with my Durango.
Second choice maybe Ram 1500 with air ride.
Love the "Perfect vehicle for you" flowchart
My wife has a 2015 limited Durango n its about time 2 trade and I can't choose between a explorer or 21 Durango.
Luv the new inside of Durango but like the look of the explorer ST/Sport of course id pick the SRT Durango but my wife drives way to much and I'd be giving her 50 a day for gas lol
I think it should be mentioned that ford still recommends premium fuel for the ecoboost (turbo charged) engine line while the naturally aspirated dodge products don't. Some will mention that regular gas works in the ecoboost vehicles, but I remember the fuel economy taking a serious nose dive when I did so. I wish AoA would note recommended fuel grades when doing the MPG segment. Around here, the price difference is about 30 cents between regular and premium, so adds 5 bucks to a full tank.
I've been telling Alex to do this for 3yrs.
6.4 hemi does require/recommend premium
Alex, you are fantastic on the reviews! reliability is the most important for me. which one is more reliable, Explorer or highlander, Pilot?
When this video came out I never thought that I would be choosing between said vehicles but alas I'm at that point now and am in talks with my local Ford dealer for a leftover '21 model.
Alex I been so happy with your information and knowledge of the Durango I am looking to purchase a 22 Durango gt plus v6 to pull a Rv camper with a tow weight rating dry weight of 4910 lb will I be okay ? Please comment on this stressful decisions I need to make. Thank you
Good information. I wish you covered the ride more than the power. These are, after all, *family* SUVs. Which rides over bumps better?
Did you park close enough?
Did you get the new 2021+ Durango? I test drive an all black SXT 2022 model and it was pretty nice
Alex, if you go for a pickup go for the RAM. I have one of those too. I’ve had all three domestic makes. Ford and GM have both been having serious problems with their ten speed transmission. I’m a landlord with a few buildings and keep a pickup for work. The RAM is by far the most truck like though the smoothest and I’ve found the most reliable and according to most recent repair records it’s substantiated as such. The optional in the side fender toolboxes are invaluable and the side view of the rear fenders from the side view mirrors makes you feel great. It also looks like a Kenworth which is cool.
RAM is no longer "domestic". It's a Fiat, or … is it a Peugeot?
I’ve had my 3.6 liter Pentastar Durango STX as my everyday car since 2012 and haven’t had a problem yet despite all of the badmouthing in the press about it. I thought that I was going to need a new ac blower once when it was whining but it only needed a cabin filter. I haven’t even replaced a lightbulb, just brake pads, two batteries and tires in 75,000 miles. I had an Aviator last year as a luxury vehicle but had problems with the transmission and infotainment system so I now have an XT5 for going out with friends and on long trips. The Magnaride is incredible. Next year my XT5 will be replaced by a Lyric. At that point I’ll probably sell my Durango because my RAM is a Longhorn and though it’s been really good to me at this point I’ve been using it very little. It depends on whether or not I have relatives visiting again after all of the events of this year are over. Living in Florida you always have company.
That 3.6 is solid!
Durango R/T with Tow 'n' Go
What makes you want to trade the v8 for a ugly boxy twin tubro v6 engine if it did tow the numbers you needed ? edit : and before you say it’s old the only thing the ford has over this is pedestrian alert , I think head up display , POSSIBLY the gauges and the LED headlights. The Durango has kept up with NEWLY designed cars very well. Same as the Chrysler 200. Has all the tech of midsize cars today except making the safety standard , and a heads up display. Most still don’t have AWD or real wood trim like the 200. FCA seems to do a great job making timeless cars.
Explorer is the best but after test driving 2.3L, I found 2 downsides- wind noise @140kmph & turbo whinny noise🤔 Also it seems smaller engine turbo does not last as much. Its better to go with Hybrid, ST or Platinum if silence is golden🤣🤣.......or wait to get ST plugin electric.
When you take quality into account, the Explorer loses big time. Ford is still having major issues with the Explorer and it's Lincoln rebadge. Stay FAR away from the Explorer.
The aviator is more than a “rebadged” explorer
I've owned a 2012 and own a 2017 Explorer. The '12 was a V6, the '17 is the EcoBoost. The only problem encountered with either was with the Sync system's touchiness in linking to my iPhones. Otherwise, no problems in the 90k miles between them. Just sayin'.
Explorer is on new platform...should wait atleast 1-2 years to fix bugs🤣🤣....this is same for all manufacturers cos they r in hurry & we r testers
Stfu
F150 hybrid or Sierra diesel!
Alex, just wait for the refreshed Expedition
What is the payload on the Durango?
For a family hauler I would take the Ford ST because I love turbos BUT can you really compare for towing? Does the Ford have a load levelling rear end? If not then it will be dragging its behind on the asphalt...Never making the mistake of getting a vehicle with a suspension not designed for towing.
Very nice place you got there
Durango is too narrow for towing my Travel Trailer -can't see around the trailer - would have to get some seriously wide aftermarket mirrors. The interior space suffers as well. Explorer doesn't have enough tow rating.
If I was careful with the options a Suburban 5.3l might have enough payload and would be my next tow vehicle. I have a 2010 Suburban 2500 now and its perfect for my family of 6. Bring back the 3/4 ton SUV GM!
I misread Suburban as Subaru - twice. I was very confused!
wishing. ...3/4 4x4 dura max suburban il be there to order to. if one has a 7' wide trailer 22' long@ 5500lb,500 lb hitch Durango might be ok ,my airstream is 8.5 'wide 26' 700 hitch wt 6500 lb i tow with a full size ram 1500 gas . like 2021 diesel suburban comes with 3.23 axle bad choice we need a 3.43 axle not sure of the 10 speed ??????
The impression that Durango has a long front hood is deceptive. In fact, both Toyota Highlander and Ford Explorer have longer hoods than Durango
Nice job, after this video I feel like neo in the matrix:
- “I know Durango.”
Hopefully you can test drive a new Nissan Armada before you make your decision Alex, 8500 lbs towing, new head unit and trailer brake controller. Thirsty but maybe it would be interesting
I agree
Could you please do a review of Chevrolet Traverse ? 😇
Alex, thanks for the video! I wonder if FWD-based models are less capable of towing by nature? I see they all peak at 5000 lb..?
Not really, the Pathfinder pulls off 6000 pounds.
@@FantomLightning Good luck towing 6000 lbs with a CVT (Crappy Variable Timebomb) ....
remember that the tow rating of 5000, 6500 includes all cargo, passenger's, fuel , dogs , bikes and wt of the trailer ....5000 is more like 3500 also where are you towing flat land in Florida Texas ? over the 10000 ' mts up 10 mile grade in july@105 temp with 6 large adults ? always go heavy on the tow rig.
@@kenoday7562 and add in the wife 4 kids 2 dogs 6 bikes your overloaded for a fwd pathfinder need that rear wheel drive to tow always go heavy on the tow rig
@@youtubecarspottersguide1 Actually it doesn't. The GCVW defines what the vehicle is capable of towing and carrying together. The vehicle's payload is lessened by the tongue weight of the trailer and then you figure in the fluids, people, pets, etc. If what you packed in the car weighs more than what your vehicles suspension can handle, you can offload some to the trailer, as long as you don't go over the GCVW.
Can't believe the Durango is nearing 10 years old already. It's timeless and the significant interior refresh for 2021 can still make it up-to-date in the next three to five years. The new Explorer, on the other hand, isn't that impressive. It looks older than the 2011 FWD model.
Excellento
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Hybrids are best in city driving. The ICE engine in the Explorer hybrid is the least powerful, so is the model least suited for towing.
Easy answer: go SRT 😀 or if you absolutely don’t know what you’re doing, go Hellcat
I would never tow with the Pathfinder as it has a CVT. Towing with any vehicle with a CVT is not a good idea.
They are definitely not crossovers. They have more in common with their truck counterparts than car cousins. Ford Escape and Dodge Journey are crossovers.
Ford should install the GT500’s engine in the Explorer to smash the Durango SRT Hellcat.
They would have to have all wheel drive system capable of that power
One has three V8 options, one has none and gets the same fuel economy.
I have a 2020 Explorer XLT 2.3. It is much quicker than the 3.6 boat anchor … err … Pentastar, and on a 50 mile drive through Utah got 31.1 mpg. So I wouldn't say "same fuel economy" unless you're gonna lug your trailer 24/7. I owned a Durango SLT V8 years ago, and the front brakes outlasted the transmission, the rear end gave up before 90k, got an average of 13 mpg, but I liked it enough to keep it for 199,650 miles before I traded it.
Alex, I couldn’t help but notice the litter of garbage cans you have at the end of your driveway! What’s the use case for them all?
That's not a driveway at that point, its the end of the road where people have to take their cans
You know you want a 5.7 Tundra before it's too late :)
I don't find the front end of the explorer anywhere near attractive.
Dodge Durango 👍🏽👍🏽
Omg... so close... I got an anxiety.
The Expedition doesn't have the power of the Durango Hellcat...but it has more wheelbase.
The dodge is cool but the Ford is decent looking
Just wish the Explorer had a 7000lbs plus towing rating.
You should just get an R1S to replace the Durango
It won't be out in time,
@@AAutoBuyersGuide what about an X5 PHEV? Pretty sure that's the best towing vehicle with a plug that you can buy right now.
Peacefrom510
The explorer already look outdated
yea I noticed that too... damn that didn't last long. The last gen was beautiful for a long time then started to look outdated.
Well it looks very similar to the old one.
I guess that's why it's the best selling 3rd row suv in America 🤔
Honestly you couldn't pay me enough money to purchase another Fiat\Chrysler again in my life time. I have never been so disappointed in a brand since GM. I have to admit I would probably by another GM first and believe me that's saying A LOT!
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I haven’t seen one new Explorer on the road that wasn’t owned by a municipal org.
I have one (not a municipal vehicle) and our next door neighbor has one as well.
@@watchreport But why???
@@mct8888 That's the real question. The new Explorer is junk.
@@sho942000 the Explorer doesn’t do anything well. You would have to completely ignore the competition to buy one.
@@mct8888 I’ll tell ya why. Wanted something bigger than I previously had, it handled well in the snow, I personally like the way it looks and got a great deal on it from the dealer. I don’t need it to tow and it has more power for the driving and daily driving that we use it for.
I will never get over the fact that they moved back to RWD in the Explorer for "towing" and it can't out tow a FWD based Pathfinder with a CVT....
Hook some weight on them both and the Nissan won't do better than an ecoboost.
@@gondorian1006 Personally the last thing I'm ever gonna tow with is a turbo. I'm a Saab guy, I like turbos. I don't trust a turbo charged Ford as far as I could throw it. I'll take a VQ with a CVT to keep it in the power band any day.
@@FantomLightning to each his own. Enjoy your nissan CVT
Pretty sure they switched back for more synergies between the Ranger, Explorer, Mustang and F150.
@@trent7080 they switched back for those reasons and because they got rid of the taurus and the old explorer was on the taurus platform. It's more cost effective to share a platform and major components with multiple vehicles as you said. Ford doesn't have any transverse v6s anymore, so it made sense to make the explorer rwd.
A Ford explorer ST tuned will beat any model Durango in a quarter mile.
Even the 565 HP tunes Ive seen won't hold a candle to the Hellcat Durango. A stock ST is 12.2-12.3 vs a Hellcat at 11.5NHRA certified. If we're talking tunes, there is a Hellcat tune to 1,000 HP already out which Hennessey claims is good for 9.7-9.8...
@@AAutoBuyersGuide ah the Hellcat forgot that one. Would be an interesting race can't wait to see them both at the local racetrack, cheer's.
And how is that relevant?
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Dodge should make you sell Durango. Whatever car you compare it with, Durango is the winner...
Subaru Ascent.
F-150 Hybrid
The Explorer and Durango are both SUVs not crossovers. Crossovers are cars pretending to be SUVs!
I had to quit watching your video after I heard you saw it say Toyota in reference to the Durango many many times do you not know where vehicle you are reviewing it is a Dodge Durango Toyota does not make a Durango Alex redo the soundtrack and everything will be cool
Calm down. He’s human, just like you. We all make mistakes! Give him some grace!
It was actually extremely relevant to what he was talking about if you would have actually listened. He said that the Highlander is much smaller than both the Explorer and Durango but the Highlander still has much more interior space and cargo room compared. He then went on to mention that he understands the Highlander and Durango are very different being that the Highlander is more related to the Sienna while the Durango is more related to RAM trucks. Maybe don’t be so ignorant next time...
@@marco.morel04 The Explorer has more interior room than the Highlander. Perhaps, you should research before commenting?
@@trent7080 Cargo space on the Explorer is still smaller than the Highlander when you fold the third row seats
so...after watching the review and comparison...i never got THE reason you would stay with the oldest, heaviest, worst MPG, and less drivable vehicle.
did I miss the reason?????
The Durango tows over 2,000+ more pounds than the Explorer. He owns an Airstream trailer. Not that hard of a decision.
@@jacobjared so his deciding over these two cars, after listing everything good n bad....was towing?
one need made the choice?
@@jacobjared Which he would NEVER tow with a 3.6, unless he liked waiting a week to hit 70 mph. The Durango would still be scary going down a long mountain road with a trailer that outweighs it by a ton. At some point, you need to take into consideration how much bigger your trailer is than your tow vehicle. If Fiat told you you could tow 5000 lbs with a 500, would you do it?