Comparison - Toyota Highlander Platinum hybrid 2021 - vs - Ford Explorer King Ranch 2021

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Toyota Highlander Platinum hybrid 2021

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Toyota Kluger

Also called:

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

50,315

Updated:

20 Dec 2019

54,350

Updated:

25 Feb 2021

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

10-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

17.10gals

20.20gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Moondust

#7E8DA0

Midnight Black Metallic

#24231E

Blueprint

#323C71

Magnetic Gray Metallic

#4E4E4E

Blizzard Pearl

#ECE7EA

Celestial Silver metallic

#979CA0

Opulent Amber

#6A5954

Ruby Flare pearl

#740000

Color:

Forged Green Metallic

#374448

Stone Gray Metallic

#827C76

Infinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#53646C

Star White Metallic Tri-Coat

#FDFFFB

Atlas Blue Metallic

#0741D6

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Iconic Silver Metallic

#C7CAD0

Oxford White

#E4E4E4

Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#E60E28

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2021 Toyota Highlander learned new tricks to keep us entertained on the road, when we’re not asleep in the back anyway..

Pros
Better style
New sporty XSE look
Still practical…
...and fuel efficient
Great standard safety

Cons
Infotainment is still a headache
Exterior is a little busy
Pricey top models
Small-ish third row

By:

thecarconnection.com

The sporty-looking XSE trim level joins the Highlander lineup for 2021. It punches up the looks with more aggressive exterior styling, unique 20-inch wheels, black exterior accents, and a sportier calibration for the suspension. Elsewhere, LED projection headlamps are now a standard feature and all models receive additional driver-assistance features, including semi-automated emergency steering technology that's designed to help a driver avoid collisions.

Pros
Attractive design,
optional hybrid powertrain,
generous standard features.

Cons
Few driving thrills,
skimpy third-row room,
fussy interior styling.

By:

caranddriver.com

The sporty XSE trim debuts in the Hybrid lineup.More advanced safety features are standard.LED headlights are now standard.

Pros
High fuel economy for a three-row SUV
Sensibly priced compared to the non-hybrid Highlander
Comfortable ride quality
Plenty of standard and available safety features

Cons
Third-row seats are cramped
Not a whole lot of cargo space behind the third-row seat
Engine sounds unrefined at full throttle

By:

edmunds.com

The 2021 Ford Explorer's #16 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 7.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 28 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Good cargo capacity
Powerful engines
Plenty of features
Composed ride and handling

Cons
Low-rent interior
Second- and third-row seats less comfortable than in rivals
Upgraded infotainment system not much of an upgrade

By:

usnews.com

For 2021 New Sport Appearance package available on XLT trim.More affordable version of the Explorer ST debuts..Platinum trim is now available for the Hybrid model.New off-road-themed Timberline debuts midway through the model year.

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

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.A high-end King Ranch trim joins the lineup and features unique mahogany-colored leather upholstery.

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

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

35.00mpg

18.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

34.00mpg

24.00mpg

Engine type:

Hybrid

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.50L

3.00L

Torque:

380ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

Horsepower:

243hp

at 6 000rpm

365hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

37.40Feet

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:

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

194.90in

198.80in

Width:

76.00in

78.90in

Height:

68.10in

69.90in

Ground Clearance:

8.00in

7.90in

Wheel Base:

112.20in

119.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.40

40.70

Rear Head Room:

37.10

40.50

Front Leg Room:

42.00in

43.00in

Rear leg room:

41.00in

39.00in

Front Hip Room:

57.20in

59.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

59.00in

61.80in

Rear Hip Room:

57.00in

59.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

58.40in

61.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

84.30cu.ft

87.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

5600lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

16.00cu.ft

18.20cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

18.10degrees

21.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

22.70degrees

22.00degrees

Curb Weight:

4595.00lbs

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

Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Bucket Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Leather

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

4 -Way Power Passenger Seat

6 -Way Power Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Leather

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Sport Front Seats

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Multi-Level Heating

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Rear Seatback

Folding center armrest

Multi-Level Heating

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Leather Steering Wheel

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

JBL Premium Brand Stereo System

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

JBL Premium Brand Speakers

USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

11 Total Speakers

1 Subwoofer(S)

12 Total Speakers

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

980 Watts Stereo Output

Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

USB Connection

USB With External Media Control

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Alloy Wheels:

yes

Wheel size:

20 In.

Wheels more:

Temporary Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Underbody Mounted Spare Tire

Temporary Spare Tire

Underbody Mounted Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Wheel Dimensions:

Width:

235.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R20

Width:

255.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R20

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

Ventilated Disc Brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

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:

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Self-Leveling Headlights

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

LED Headlamp

Adaptive Headlights

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags

Emergency Braking Preparation

Front, Rear And Third Row Head Airbags

Post-Collision Safety System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

4-Wheel ABS

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Turn Signal Mirrors

Options

Packages:

All-Weather Floor Liner Package

Preferred Accessory Package W/All-Weather Floor Liners

Protection Package

Preferred Accessory Package W/Carpet Mats

Smoker's Package

Equipment Group 701A

Premium Technology Package

Exterior Options:

Paint Protection Film (Front Bumper)

Tow Hitch Receiver

Alloy Wheel Locks

Door Edge Guards

Special Color

Body Side Moldings

Rear Bumper Applique

Running Boards

Roof Rack Cross Bars

Paint Protection Film

Outfitters Cargo - MegaWarrior

Outfitters Bike - Front Loader

Outfitters Cargo - Skybox

Dual Panel Moonroof

Roof-Rail Crossbars

Splash Guards

Wheel Lock Kit

License Plate Bracket

Interior Options:

Universal Tablet Holder

Cargo Net - Envelope

Cargo Tote

Carpet Floor Mats And Cargo Liner Package

Carpet Mat Package

All Weather Floor Liners

Cargo Liner

Carpet Cargo Mat

Carpet Floor Mats

2nd Row Bench

All-Weather Floor Mats W/Carpet Mats

Cargo Mat

Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Harvest beige, leather

#740000

Black, leather

#191919

Glazed Caramel, leather

#8A582F

Graphite, leather

#404042

Color:

Mesa/Norias, Premium leather

#3E362D

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Comparison - Toyota Highlander Platinum hybrid 2021 - vs - Ford Explorer King Ranch 2021

General

Also called:

Toyota Kluger

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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