2024 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2024 Ford Expedition Max Review

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2024 Chevrolet
Suburban

MSRP*: $59,200 to $82,900
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2024 Ford
Expedition Max

MSRP*: $58,660 to $86,800
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MPG - City 14 - 15 MPG 16 - 17 MPG
MPG - Hwy 19 - 20 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 9 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 144.7 ft3 121.4 ft3
Engine
  • 355-hp, 5.3-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 380-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 - 420 hp 380 - 400 hp
Towing Capacity 7,900 - 8,300 lbs 6,000 - 6,300 lbs
Exterior Length 225.7 in 221.9 in
Exterior Width 81.1 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in
Front 43.9 in
Rear 41.5 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 42.0 in
Rear 40.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Chevrolet Suburban offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Ford Expedition Max, with comparable head- and legroom. The Chevrolet Suburban offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Ford Expedition Max, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
The Ford Expedition Max requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Chevrolet Suburban, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Chevrolet Suburban will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Ford Expedition Max.

Dimensions
The Chevrolet Suburban is a little wider than the Ford Expedition Max, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. When looking at overall length, the Chevrolet Suburban takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Ford Expedition Max.

Handling
The Chevrolet Suburban has the same turning radius as the Ford Expedition Max, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Chevrolet Suburban is clearly the choice over the Ford Expedition Max for pulling heavy loads. The Chevrolet Suburban has a little less horsepower than the Ford Expedition Max.

Powertrain
The Chevrolet Suburban has much lower torque than the Ford Expedition Max, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Chevrolet Suburban has less seating than the Ford Expedition Max, making the Ford Expedition Max the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Chevrolet Suburban has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Ford Expedition Max.