2016 Ford Explorer vs 4Runner
2016 Ford Explorer vs. 2016 Toyota 4Runner in St. Louis, MO
With every manufacturer offering an SUV that seats five or seven adult passengers comfortably, it can be a challenge to find a vehicle that makes sense for your family. Two of the most popular models in the SUV segment, the 2016 Ford Explorer and 2016 Toyota 4Runner have a lot to offer. Whether your family needs an SUV they can rely on, day in and day out, or require greater comfort and usability, both models can meet your needs, but only one SUV will exceed them.
For our analysis, the 2016 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4WD edition will be compared to the 2016 Ford Explorer XLT AWD edition.
Have you already decided that the Toyota 4Runner is the preferred choice for your family? Learn more about pricing and availability by taking a look at the used SUV inventory for sale at our Toyota dealership in St. Louis.
2016 Ford Explorer vs. 2016 Toyota 4Runner: Engine & Durability
Built to rack up miles for years to come, both the 2016 Ford Explorer and 2016 Toyota 4Runner are engineered to provide advanced reliability, but one SUV has a distinct advantage over the other. 90 percent of all Toyota models sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today. No other brand can offer the same level of dependability as Toyota, giving the 4Runner a clear advantage over the Explorer.
In addition to the difference in durability, there are also several performance aspects where the Toyota 4Runner should be chosen ahead of the Ford Explorer.
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2016 Toyota 4Runner |
Model |
2016 Ford Explorer |
|
4.0L V6 |
Engine |
3.5L V6 |
|
278 lb.-ft. |
Torque |
255 lb.-ft. |
|
483 miles |
Max. Fuel Range |
427.8 miles |
|
5,000 lbs. |
Towing Capacity |
5,000 lbs. |
|
4WD |
Drivetrain |
AWD |
Whether you’re in need of greater range out of a tank of gas, or the advanced capability that comes with 4WD, the 2016 Toyota 4Runner has a lot more to offer than the 2016 Ford Explorer. Visit our Toyota dealership in St. Louis, and feel the impressive power that only a Toyota 4Runner can provide, knowing that it comes with built-in reliability from one of the most dependable auto manufacturers in existence today.
Comfort & Convenience
When searching for an SUV, comfort and convenience for the whole family are important aspects that have to be carefully considered. Is there enough cargo space? Is there enough room for a growing family? How many cup holders are there? These and other questions matter to family-minded and career-focused drivers alike, and the 2016 Toyota 4Runner does a much better job answering them than the 2016 Ford Explorer does.
- With all seats in place, the 2016 Toyota 4Runner provides 47.2 cu.-ft. of cargo room, while the Explorer only has 21.0 cu.-ft. of cargo room.
- Fabric-trimmed seating is found throughout the cabin of the 2016 4Runner with a 40/20/40 split folding 2nd row and 50/50 split folding third row. The pre-owned Explorer isn’t nearly as comfortable or as versatile.
- The 2016 Toyota 4Runner has 10 cup and bottle holders as a standard feature. The 2016 Explorer isn’t nearly as well appointed.
- Entune(™) Audio Plus with connected navigation give the 4Runner a 6.1-in. high-resolution touch-screen display, AM/FM CD Player, eight speakers, audio streaming via Bluetooth® and app connectivity. The infotainment system available for the Explorer isn’t nearly as versatile or comprehensive.
Get Into a Toyota 4Runner Today!
Starting at $36,785 MSRP, the 2016 Toyota 4Runner may cost a little more than the 2016 Ford Explorer and its $36,485 starting MSRP, but the differences in comfort, convenience, and dependability are obvious.
In addition to the difference in value, the Toyota 4Runner is available at Seeger Toyota in St. Louis with several lease and finance incentives to help our customers save. Browse through our inventory of pre-owned Toyota 4Runner SUVs to find your ideal model and contact our team through our online form or by phone at (314) 434-5000 to schedule a test drive.