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Compare Ford Explorer Hybrid vs 2023 Lexus GX

Ford Explorer Hybrid
2023 Ford Explorer Hybrid
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$54,270
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.3
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2023 Lexus GX
2023 Lexus GX
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$58,875
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.1
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Overview

Engine
3.3L V6 Hybrid
3.0L Turbo V6 (Optional)
Engine
4.6L V8 Gas
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Four-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 15 MPG
Hwy: 19 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
18 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
23 gallons
Seating Capacity
6 seater
Seating Capacity
7 seater

Photos

Ford Explorer Hybrid
2020-2023 Ford Explorer Hybrid Rear Angle View
2020-2023 Ford Explorer Hybrid Dashboard
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2023 Lexus GX
2020-2023 Lexus GX Rear Angle View
2020-2023 Lexus GX Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.3L V6 Hybrid
3.0L Turbo V6 (Optional)
4.6L V8 Gas
Horsepower
318 hp @ 6500 rpm
301 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
322 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm
329 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Four-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,969 lbs
5,130 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
5,000 lbs
6,500 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
26 MPG
16 MPG
City
25 MPG
15 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
19 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.8 (2022) Tons/yr
11.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
18 gallons
23 gallons
Cruising Range City
450 miles
345 miles
Cruising Range Highway
468 miles
437 miles

Battery Range & Charge Times

Battery Size
1.5 kWh
N/A

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
198.8 in
192.1 in
Height
70.2 in
74.2 in
Max Width
78.9 in
74.2 in
Front Width
66.9 in
62.4 in
Rear Width
66.9 in
62.4 in
Wheelbase
119.1 in
109.8 in
Ground Clearance
8.2 in
8.1 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
6 seater
7 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
43 in
41.7 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.7 in
38 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
61.8 in
55.4 in
Front Seat Hip Room
59.2 in
56.5 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39 in
34.1 in
Rear Seat Headroom
40.5 in
40.4 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
61.9 in
57.3 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
59.1 in
55.2 in
Third Row Leg Room
32.2 in
29.3 in
Third Row Headroom
38.9 in
35.2 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
54.6 in
54.5 in
Third Row Hip Room
40.9 in
43.1 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
87.8 ft³
64.7 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
47.9 ft³
46.7 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
18.2 ft³
11.6 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
48.1 in
N/A
Box Height (Area)
32.8 in
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
N/A
38.1 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
21" x 9"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
21" x 9"
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
N/A
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
N/A

Tires

Front Tire
P275/45WR21
P265/60HR18
Rear Tire
P275/45WR21
P265/60HR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Full-Size

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Forged Green Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Atomic Silver
  • Black Onyx
  • Caviar
  • Eminent White Pearl
  • Nebula Gray Pearl
  • Nightfall Mica

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Diamond Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Stone Blue Metallic
  • Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • Black, NuLuxe Seat Trim (EA)
  • Ecru, NuLuxe Seat Trim (EA)
  • Rioja Red, NuLuxe Seat Trim (EA)
  • Sepia, NuLuxe Seat Trim (EA)

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
Entertainment System
Optional
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Optional
Standard

Comfort

Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Automatic Parking
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Seat-Massage
Standard
Not Available
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
6 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
6 Years / 70,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
1 Years / 10,000 Miles
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