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Ford Explorer vs Toyota Crown Signia

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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2026 Toyota Crown Signia

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Overview

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AToyota Crown SigniaXLE
Selected trimActive 100AXLE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission10-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AToyota Crown SigniaXLE
MSRP$38,465 (best)$44,690
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 100AToyota Crown SigniaXLE
Combined MPG24 MPG38 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG39 MPG (best)
Highway MPG29 MPG37 MPG (best)
Fuel tank17.9 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AToyota Crown SigniaXLE
Horsepower300 hp (best)240 hp
Torque310 lb-ft (best)—
Engine size2.3 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AToyota Crown SigniaXLE
Seating6 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume85.8 cu ft (best)68.8 cu ft
Towing capacity5,300 lbs (best)2,700 lbs
Curb weight—4,210 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.9 in (best)6.7 in
Wheelbase119.1 in (best)112.2 in
Length198.8 in (best)194.1 in
Width78.9 in (best)74 in
Height69.9 in (best)64 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100AToyota Crown SigniaXLE
Frontal crash (driver)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 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 ExplorerToyota Crown Signia
1

Active 100A

$38,465 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XLE

$44,690 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Active 100A

$40,465 MSRP

Limited

$49,090 MSRP

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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Ford Explorer vs Toyota Crown Signia FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Toyota Crown Signia?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Ford Explorer vs 2026 Toyota Crown Signia 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 2026 Toyota Crown Signia?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Ford Explorer starts lower at $38,465. Live Ford Explorer listings start at $17,470.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Toyota Crown Signia?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (38,465).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Toyota Crown Signia?
The 2026 Toyota Crown Signia leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (38).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Toyota Crown Signia?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
Which has better seats: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Toyota Crown Signia?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Toyota Crown Signia?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,600).