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Ford Explorer vs Isuzu VehiCROSS

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

Vehicles

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2027 Ford Explorer

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2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS

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Overview

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AIsuzu VehiCROSSBase
Selected trimActive 100ABase
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission10-speed automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272001

Pricing & market

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AIsuzu VehiCROSSBase
MSRP$38,465$30,350 (best)
Lowest listing price$11,345 (best)—
Median listing price$45,871 (best)—
Highest listing price$64,269 (best)—
For sale now38 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AIsuzu VehiCROSSBase
Combined MPG24 MPG (best)15 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)13 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)17 MPG
Fuel tank17.9 gal22.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AIsuzu VehiCROSSBase
Horsepower300 hp (best)215 hp
Torque310 lb-ft (best)230 lb-ft
Engine size2.3 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AIsuzu VehiCROSSBase
Seating6 seats (best)4 seats
Doors4 (best)3
Cargo volume85.8 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity5,300 lbs (best)—
Payload—697 lbs (best)
Curb weight—3,955 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.9 in8.4 in (best)
Wheelbase119.1 in (best)91.8 in
Length198.8 in (best)162.6 in
Width78.9 in (best)70.5 in
Height69.9 in (best)66.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AIsuzu VehiCROSSBase
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 ExplorerIsuzu VehiCROSS
1

Active 100A

$38,465 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$30,350 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Active 100A

$40,465 MSRP

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3

Active 200A

$40,400 MSRP

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4

Active 200A

$42,400 MSRP

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5

ST-Line

$44,200 MSRP

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6

ST-Line

$46,200 MSRP

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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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Live inventory

Ford Explorer vs Isuzu VehiCROSS FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Ford Explorer vs 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS 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 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS starts lower at $30,350. Live Ford Explorer listings start at $11,345.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS?
The 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,350).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
Which has better seats: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,600).