2017 Buick Envision vs. 2017 Ford Explorer
When we compare the 2017 Buick Envision's and the 2017 Ford Explorer's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Buick Envision has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2017 Ford Explorer has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Buick Envision's and the 2017 Ford Explorer's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Ford Explorer is a better car than the 2017 Buick Envision.
2017 Buick Envision vs. 2017 Ford Explorer Pricing
A used 2017 Buick Envision ranges from $14,985 to $25,480 while a used 2017 Ford Explorer is priced between $14,494 to $27,998.
2017 Buick Envision vs. 2017 Ford Explorer Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Buick Envision loses 52.2 percent of its value and the 2017 Ford Explorer loses 46.2 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Ford Explorer retains 6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Buick Envision.
2017 Buick Envision vs. 2017 Ford Explorer Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Envision is 7.6 out of 10 while the Ford Explorer's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Buick Envision being ranked 7 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Ford Explorer being ranked 5 out of 22 Best 7-Seater SUVs.
2017 Buick Envision vs. 2017 Ford Explorer Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Envision is 5.6 out of 10. For the Ford Explorer the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Ford Explorer a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Buick Envision.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Buick Envision’s base engine makes 197 horsepower, and the 2017 Ford Explorer base engine makes 290 horsepower. The Envision is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. The Explorer is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 446 miles. This gives the 2017 Buick Envision the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Ford Explorer. The Envision uses regular unleaded, and the Explorer uses e85, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 Ford Explorer, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2017 Buick Envision, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the area of cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2017 Buick Envision and the 2017 Ford Explorer have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14985 - 25480
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522154
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14494 - 27998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462204
Buick Envision Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.633333 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Explorer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.239555 / 10
Reliability:
8.618664 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Buick Envision Rankings
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62 out of / 68Ford Explorer Rankings
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57 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Buick Envision Trim Levels
Base, Essence, Preferred, Premium I, Premium II
2017 Ford Explorer Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Platinum, Police Interceptor Utility, Sport, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
197 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
192 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
255 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
381 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
316 / 446 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
E85, Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Cargo Space:
26.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
57.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61 inches
Cargo Space:
21 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
81.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
172.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3755 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
66.8 inches
Length:
183.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4443 lbs
Width:
90.2 inches
Height:
70 inches
Length:
198.3 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18