2025 Ford Explorer vs. 2024 Toyota 4Runner Review

Picture of the 2025 Ford Explorer

2025 Ford
Explorer

MSRP*: $39,755 to $59,200
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota 4Runner

2024 Toyota
4Runner

MSRP*: $40,705 to $55,170
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MPG - City Info not available 16 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 88.8 - 89.7 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 4.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 400 hp 270 hp
Towing Capacity 5,300 - 5,600 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 198.8 in 190.2 - 191.3 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 75.8 in
Leg Room Front 42.9 - 43.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 32.9 in
Head Room Front 38.9 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.5 in
Front 38.6 - 39.3 in
Rear 38.6 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Explorer than in the Toyota 4Runner. The Ford Explorer will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota 4Runner.

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). Whether you pick the Ford Explorer or the Toyota 4Runner, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Explorer is much wider than the Toyota 4Runner, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford Explorer, which is slightly longer than the Toyota 4Runner.

Performance
With the Ford Explorer, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Toyota 4Runner. The Ford Explorer has a little more horsepower than the Toyota 4Runner.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Explorer transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Toyota 4Runner.

Utility
The Ford Explorer offers greater seating capacity than the Toyota 4Runner, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.