Dodge Durango vs Ford Explorer
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Ford Explorer
Overview
| Spec | Dodge DurangoGT | Ford ExplorerActive 100A |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | GT | Active 100A |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge DurangoGT | Ford ExplorerActive 100A |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $38,995 | $38,465 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $31,477 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $48,138 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $59,900 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 12 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge DurangoGT | Ford ExplorerActive 100A |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | — | 17.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge DurangoGT | Ford ExplorerActive 100A |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 295 hp | 300 hp (best) |
| Torque | — | 310 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 2.3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge DurangoGT | Ford ExplorerActive 100A |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 6 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | — | 85.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 5,300 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 7.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | — | 119.1 in (best) |
| Length | — | 198.8 in (best) |
| Width | — | 78.9 in (best) |
| Height | — | 69.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge DurangoGT | Ford ExplorerActive 100A |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Dodge Durango | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GT $38,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Active 100A $38,465 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | GT Plus $40,995 MSRP | Active 100A $40,465 MSRP |
| 3 | GT HEMI $43,675 MSRP | Active 200A $40,400 MSRP |
| 4 | GT Plus HEMI $43,675 MSRP | Active 200A $42,400 MSRP |
| 5 | GT Premium HEMI $43,675 MSRP | ST-Line $44,200 MSRP |
| 6 | Pursuit $46,085 MSRP | ST-Line $46,200 MSRP |
| 7 | SRT Hellcat $80,495 MSRP | Tremor $49,200 MSRP |
| 8 | SRT Jailbreak $80,495 MSRP | Tremor $56,460 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Platinum $50,660 MSRP |
| 10 | — | Platinum $52,660 MSRP |
| 11 | — | ST $53,660 MSRP |
| 12 | — | ST $55,660 MSRP |
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