Comparison - Ford Explorer Platinum 2018 - vs - Volkswagen Touareg V6 Executive 2018

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Ford Explorer Platinum 2018

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

53,940

Updated:

17 Feb 2018

60,195

Updated:

02 Dec 2016

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

Total Seating:

Transmission:

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

18.60gals

26.40gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Blue Jeans Metallic

#486478

Ingot Silver Metallic

#C4C4C8

Oxford White

#E4E4E4

Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#8E1C26

Shadow Black

#242424

Color:

Black Oak Brown Metallic

#281F1A

Canyon Gray Metallic

#595B58

Dark Flint Metallic

#374142

Deep Black Metallic

#000000

Moonlight Blue

#202E37

Pure White

#FFFFFF

Reflex Silver Metallic

#D8D8D8

Sand Gold Metallic

#A69F95

Reef Blue Metallic

#243551

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2018 Ford Explorer ranked #9 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 68 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Large cargo area behind third-row seat
Meaty twin-turbo V6 available
High predicted reliability rating

Cons
Seats aren't as comfy or roomy as some
Thirsty engines
Feels massive to drive

By:

usnews.com

The Explorer receives only minor changes for 2018, with subtle styling tweaks at the front and rear, an integrated 4G LTE hotspot and revised feature availability.

PROS
Plenty of high-tech features that are easy to use
Optional turbocharged V6 engine delivers plentiful power
Cabin is quiet and comfortable on the highway
Cargo space is generous behind the third row

CONS
Legroom in the third row is subpar
Depending on trim level, feels big and ponderous from behind the wheel

By:

edmunds.com

The 2018 Ford Explorer has pulled off a graceful transition from clumsy off-roader to genteel family wagon.

Pros
A utility player, in the classic sense
Very good handling
Better fuel economy ratings
Improved infotainment, now with 4G LTE
Lovely Sport tuning

Cons
The EPA’s optimistic with those turbo ratings
Platinum content, platinum prices
Second-row seat needs padding, less tilt
Third-row seat needs more of everything

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thecarconnection.com

The original Volkswagen Touareg was famous for offering a 5.0-litre V10 diesel engine that made it one of the most powerful models in its class.

Pros
Good value
Copes well in the mud
Smart interior

Cons
Depreciation worries
Hybrid isn’t economical
Can’t carry seven

By:

carwow.co.uk

The VW Touareg has been a constant for Volkswagen since 2003. It was the firm’s very first off-roader, and paved the way for the now four-strong SUV line-up. However, with the current car more than eight years old, VW thought it high time the mainstay was given a complete overhaul.
So, for 2018, the Touareg is new from the ground up. It is 77mm longer and 44mm wider than before, and it sits on the VW Group’s flagship MLBevo platform. That means it shares many of its internals with cars such as the Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne, as well as high-end models like the Bentley Bentayga and Lamborghini Urus.

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autoexpress.co.uk

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

16.00mpg

17.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

22.00mpg

23.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.50L

3.60L

Torque:

350ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

266ft-lbs

at 2 500rpm

Horsepower:

365hp

at 5 500rpm

280hp

at 6 200rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

39.80Feet

39.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

yes

On steering wheel:

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

198.30in

188.80in

Width:

78.90in

76.40in

Height:

71.00in

68.20in

Ground Clearance:

7.80in

7.90in

Front Track:

67.00in

65.00in

Rear Track:

67.00in

66.00in

Wheel Base:

112.80in

113.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.40

39.60

Rear Head Room:

40.60

38.90

Front Leg Room:

42.90in

41.40in

Rear leg room:

39.50in

36.70in

Front Hip Room:

57.30in

58.30in

Front Shoulder Room:

61.50in

59.80in

Rear Hip Room:

56.80in

57.40in

Rear Shoulder room:

61.00in

56.70in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

81.70cu.ft

64.00cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5000lbs

7716lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

21.00cu.ft

32.10cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

15.60degrees

26.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

20.90degrees

26.00degrees

Curb Weight:

4458.00lbs

4696.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

2 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

hands-free entry

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

8 -way power driver seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

8 -way power passenger seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Massaging

passenger cooled seat

driver cooled seat

10-way power passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable driver seat

Leatherette

10 -way power driver seat

Height adjustable passenger seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Power folding split-bench third row seats

Split-folding rear seatback

reclining rear seats

multi-level heating

Split-folding rear seatback

Rear ventilation ducts

Reclining Rear Seats

Folding center armrest

Heated

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Heated steering wheel

Front and rear air conditioning

Extended cabin heating

Leather steering wheel

Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Turn signal in mirrors

Cooled storage compartment

Entertainment

DVD player:

yes

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

yes

More Entertainment:

USB connection

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Memory card slot

Surround audio surround audio (discrete)

Sony premium brand speakers

500 Watts Stereo Output

1 subwoofer(s)

12 total speakers

6 Months of provided satellite radio service

Sony premium brand stero system

USB connection

3 Months of provided satellite radio service

Speed sensitive volume control

10 total speakers

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Memory card slot

620 Watts Stereo Output

Dynaudio Premium Brand Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Front ventilated disc brakes

Ventilated front disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

rear ventilated disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Post-collision safety system

Airbag Deployment Notification*

BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear Seatbelt Package

Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning w/Brake Support

Rear height adjustable headrests

Rear center 3-point belt

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags

Pre-Collision Safety System

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Turn signal mirrors

Brake drying

Self-leveling headlights

Post-collision safety system

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Turn signal mirrors

Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp

Rear center 3-point belt

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Pre-Collision Safety System

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Cornering Lights

Options

Packages:

Equipment Group 600A

Exterior Options:

Roof Rack Crossbars

Running Boards

20" Premium Painted Machined Aluminum Wheels

Splash Guards

License Plate Bracket

Rear Bumper Protector

Wheel Lock Kit

Roof Rack

Roof Edge Spoiler

Splash Guards

Trailer Hitch Extras

Interior Options:

2nd Row Bucket Seats w/Power-Assist Fold

Cargo Shade

Smokers Kit w/Element

Deep Tray-Style All-Weather Floor Mats

Rear Cargo Well Protector

DVD Headrests

2nd Row Console

Roadside Assistance Kit

Rubber Mat Kit

Luggage Net

First Aid Kit

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Medium Light Camel, cloth

#9A9789

Color:

#101010

Black Anthracite, leatherette

#B4A599

Cornsilk Beige, leatherette

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Comparison - Ford Explorer Platinum 2018 - vs - Volkswagen Touareg V6 Executive 2018

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Expert Reviews

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Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

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