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Ford Explorer vs GMC Envoy

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 Ford Explorer

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2009 GMC Envoy

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Overview

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AGMC EnvoySLE
Selected trimActive 100ASLE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission10-speed automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272009

Pricing & market

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AGMC EnvoySLE
MSRP$38,465$30,625 (best)
Lowest listing price$17,470 (best)—
Median listing price$46,486 (best)—
Highest listing price$64,269 (best)—
For sale now35 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AGMC EnvoySLE
Combined MPG24 MPG (best)16 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)14 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)20 MPG
Fuel tank17.9 gal22 gal (best)

Performance

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AGMC EnvoySLE
Horsepower300 hp (best)285 hp
Torque310 lb-ft (best)276 lb-ft
Engine size2.3 L4.2 L (best)
CylindersI4I6

Size & capability

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AGMC EnvoySLE
Seating6 seats (best)5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume85.8 cu ft (best)80.1 cu ft
Towing capacity5,300 lbs5,800 lbs (best)
Payload—1,146 lbs (best)
Curb weight—4,404 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.9 in8 in (best)
Wheelbase119.1 in (best)113 in
Length198.8 in (best)191.6 in
Width78.9 in (best)74.7 in
Height69.9 in71.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AGMC EnvoySLE
Frontal crash (driver)—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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.

TrimFord ExplorerGMC Envoy
1

Active 100A

$38,465 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SLE

$30,625 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Active 100A

$40,465 MSRP

SLE

$32,760 MSRP

3

Active 200A

$40,400 MSRP

SLT

$33,480 MSRP

4

Active 200A

$42,400 MSRP

SLT

$35,615 MSRP

5

ST-Line

$44,200 MSRP

Denali

$36,535 MSRP

6

ST-Line

$46,200 MSRP

Denali

$38,670 MSRP

7

Tremor

$49,200 MSRP

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8

Tremor

$56,460 MSRP

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9

Platinum

$50,660 MSRP

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10

Platinum

$52,660 MSRP

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11

ST

$53,660 MSRP

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12

ST

$55,660 MSRP

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Ford Explorer vs GMC Envoy FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 GMC Envoy?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Ford Explorer vs 2009 GMC Envoy on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 GMC Envoy?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 GMC Envoy starts lower at $30,625. Live Ford Explorer listings start at $17,470.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 GMC Envoy?
The 2009 GMC Envoy leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,625).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 GMC Envoy?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 GMC Envoy?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
Which has better seats: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 GMC Envoy?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 GMC Envoy?
The 2009 GMC Envoy leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (6,600).