Comparison - Volvo XC90 T8 R-Design 2020 - vs - Ford Explorer ST 2021

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General

Other Names:

Also called:

XC Classic (China)

Also called:

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

62,600

Updated:

19 Oct 2019

52,605

Updated:

25 Jan 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2020

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Automatic

10-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

18.50gals

18.60gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Ice White

#FBFDFE

Bursting Blue Metallic

#316185

Crystal White Metallic

#FFFFFF

Osmium Grey Metallic

#627C8B

Thunder Grey Metallic

#586377

Onyx Black Metallic

#060A11

Color:

Carbonized Gray Metallic

#4F453E

Star white Metallic Tri-coat

#FDFFFB

Atlas Blue Metallic

#0741D6

Rich Copper Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#4A1414

Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#E60E28

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Iconic Silver Metallic

#C7CAD0

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2020 Volvo XC90 Hybrid comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed automatic.Lightly refreshed exterior design.Six-seat option available for T6 and T8 Momentum and Inscription models.Digital driver display and road sign identification now standard.Expected increase in EV range for T8 plug-in hybrid.

Pros
Elegant interior and exterior styling
Precise handling that inspires confidence
Spacious second- and third-row seating for a midsize SUV
Many standard safety technology features
Available as a plug-in hybrid

Cons
Overly busy ride quality for a vehicle in its class
Comes up short in performance and real-world fuel economy
Some touchscreen controls can be hard to use

By:

edmunds.com

The XC90 receives a visual freshening for 2020 by way of a new grille and front bumper; Volvo also has restyled the XC90's wheels. Base Momentum models now come with low-profile roof rails and integrated tailpipes while sporty R-Design models swap matte silver exterior trim for gloss black. All XC90 models now come standard with a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, R-Design and Inscription trims gain front parking sensors as standard, and Volvo has tweaked the operation of both the rear cross-traffic alert feature and added active-steering support for the City Safety driver-assistance feature.

Pros
Sleek exterior, chic cabin, a plethora of standard driver-assistance features.

Cons
Unrefined engine sounds, flinty ride, laggy infotainment response upon startup.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2020 Volvo XC90's #11 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Volvo XC90 has a score of 7.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 39 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
First-rate cabin materials
Spacious seating and cargo areas
Many standard tech and safety features
Good fuel economy

Cons
Poor predicted reliability rating
Tepid performance from base engine
Jittery ride when equipped with larger wheels

By:

usnews.com

Ford has made a few tweaks to its mid-size crossover for 2021, such as making heated seats standard on the XLT, offering a heated steering wheel as an optional feature on that model, and including an eight-way power-adjustable front passenger's seat on the Limited, ST, and Platinum models. A Sport Appearance package is now available on the XLT trim, and it includes 20-inch aluminum wheels that are coated in Carbonized Gray paint.

Pros
Smooth and controlled ride,
cargo friendly interior design,
comfortable front seats.

Cons
Third row space is tight,
plasticky interior bits,
most desirable models are pricey.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Ford Explorer is recognizable, but new. It should be on every family SUV shopper’s list.

Pros
Wide range of powertrains
Good looks
Great active safety tech
Available hybrid
Quiet interio

Cons
Hybrid isn’t refined
Not a great value
Cramped third row
Clunky second row

By:

thecarconnection.com

New Sport Appearance package available on XLT trim.Minor changes to standard and optional feature availability.

Pros
Strong engines for quick acceleration
Rear-wheel-drive platform improves handling and towing
Roomy cargo area

Cons
Too much wind noise at highway speeds
The price can get frighteningly expensive in a hurry
Lackluster interior material quality

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

18.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

26.00mpg

24.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.00L

3.00L

Torque:

295ft-lbs

at 2 200rpm

415ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

Horsepower:

316hp

at 5 700rpm

400hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

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

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

194.90in

199.30in

Width:

79.10in

78.90in

Height:

69.90in

70.20in

Ground Clearance:

8.30in

Front Track:

66.90in

Rear Track:

66.90in

Wheel Base:

117.50in

119.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.90

40.70

Rear Head Room:

38.50

40.50

Front Leg Room:

40.90in

43.00in

Rear leg room:

37.00in

39.00in

Front Hip Room:

56.00in

59.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

57.70in

61.80in

Rear Hip Room:

56.50in

59.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

56.50in

61.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

85.70cu.ft

87.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5600lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

15.80cu.ft

18.20cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

21.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

21.00degrees

Curb Weight:

4623.00lbs

4701.00lbs

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:

Hands-Free Entry

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Premium Leather

Sport Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Driver Seat Thigh Extension

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Sport Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Leather

6 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Folding center armrest

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Rear Seatback

Multi-Level Heating

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Four Zone Climate Control

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

600 Watts Stereo Output

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

14 Total Speakers

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

USB With External Media Control

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

12 Total Speakers

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

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:

Ventilated Front Disc

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:

Cornering Lights

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Rear Power Adjustable Headrests

Pre-Collision Safety System

Self-Leveling Headlights

Emergency Braking Preparation

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages:

Advanced Package

Smoker's Package

ST High-Performance Pack

Equipment Group 401A

Premium Technology Package

ST Street Pack

Exterior Options:

22" 5-Double Spoke Black Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels

Wheel Lock Kit

Roof Rails

License Plate Bracket

Dual Panel Moonroof

Splash Guards

Roof-Rail Crossbars

Interior Options:

Bowers & Wilkins Premium Sound System

Charcoal Headliner

Integrated Center Booster Cushion 2nd Row

Heated Steering Wheel & Rear Seats

2nd Row Bench

Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

Cargo Area Management System

All-Weather Floor Mats W/Carpet Mats

Cargo Mat

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Charcoal, premium leather

#2D2D2F

Blonde, premium leather

#D0CFCD

Color:

Ebony, leather

#000000

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Comparison - Volvo XC90 T8 R-Design 2020 - vs - Ford Explorer ST 2021

General

Also called:

XC Classic (China)

Also called:

--

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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