2020 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2020 Ford Expedition

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2020 Ford Expedition contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe and the 2020 Ford Expedition.

When we compare the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe's and the 2020 Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and resale value. The 2020 Ford Expedition has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe's and the 2020 Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Ford Expedition is a better car than the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Pricing: A used 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe ranges from $22,995 to $46,990 while a used 2020 Ford Expedition is priced between $24,502 to $45,994.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe loses 53.2 percent of its value and the 2020 Ford Expedition loses 56.9 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe retains 3.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Ford Expedition.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Tahoe is 7.4 out of 10 while the Ford Expedition's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Tahoe being ranked 5 out of 12 Best Large SUVs and the Ford Expedition being ranked 6 out of 12. Out of 33 Best SUVs with 3 Rows, the Chevrolet Tahoe is ranked 14 and the Ford Expedition is ranked 16.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Tahoe is 7.7 out of 10. For the Ford Expedition the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Tahoe a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford Expedition.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the 2020 Ford Expedition base engine makes 375 horsepower. The Tahoe is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 442 miles. The Expedition is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 543 miles. This gives the 2020 Ford Expedition the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe. The Tahoe uses e85, and the Expedition uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are fullsize SUVs, the 2020 Ford Expedition has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room and rear leg room. The 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2020 Ford Expedition has higher safety ratings than the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

43000

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)

53512

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)

43000 - 85415

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

48990

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)

53512

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)

43000 - 85415

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

33906

Price Range:

22995 - 46990

Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)

39788

Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)

25998 - 77187

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

581

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

103690

# Good or Great Deals:

310

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

33722

Price Range:

24502 - 45994

Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)

39788

Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)

25998 - 77187

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

678

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

98028

# Good or Great Deals:

366

Chevrolet Tahoe Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.4 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.6 / 10

Safety:

7.0 / 10

Ford Expedition Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.6 / 10

Reliability:

7.5 / 10

Retained Value:

7.3 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

5.5

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)

5.4

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)

3.8 - 13.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.291

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Ford Expedition

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

4.2

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)

5.4

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)

3.8 - 13.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.163



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

3.0370000805689625

Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)

2.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)

1.3 - 15.8

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

15.643518125472845

Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)

2.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)

1.3 - 15.8

Chevrolet Tahoe Rankings

Best Gas Mileage Large SUVs

1 / 12

Best Large SUVs for the Money

1 / 10

Most Affordable Large SUVs

1 / 10

Best Large SUVs for Tall People

2 / 12

Most Comfortable Large SUVs

2 / 12

Most Reliable Large SUVs Under $60k

2 / 5

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $60k

2 / 5

Large SUVs with Best Resale Value

3 / 12

Large SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 12

Best Large SUVs Under $60k

3 / 5

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $60k

3 / 5

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 33

Most Reliable Large SUVs

4 / 12

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

5 / 33

Best Large SUVs

5 / 12

Large SUVs with the Most Horsepower

5 / 12

Large SUVs with the Most Legroom

5 / 12

Safest Large SUVs

5 / 12

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

6 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

6 / 33

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

8 / 33

Best Large SUVs for Towing

8 / 12

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

9 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

9 / 33

Best Off-road Large SUVs

9 / 12

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

10 / 33

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

12 / 29

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

14 / 33

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

16 / 33

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

19 / 29

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

23 / 33

Ford Expedition Rankings

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 33

Best Off-road Large SUVs

1 / 12

Best Family Large SUVs

2 / 12

Large SUVs with the Most Horsepower

2 / 12

Safest Large SUVs

2 / 12

Most Affordable Large SUVs

2 / 10

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

3 / 33

Most Reliable Large SUVs Under $60k

3 / 5

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows Under $60k

3 / 5

Best Large SUVs for Towing

4 / 12

Best Large SUVs Under $60k

4 / 5

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $60k

4 / 5

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

5 / 33

Best Large SUVs for Tall People

5 / 12

Most Comfortable Large SUVs

5 / 12

Best Large SUVs for the Money

5 / 10

Best Gas Mileage Large SUVs

6 / 12

Best Large SUVs

6 / 12

Most Reliable Large SUVs

7 / 12

Best Family SUVs with 3 Rows

8 / 33

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

8 / 33

Large SUVs with the Most Legroom

8 / 12

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

9 / 33

Large SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

9 / 12

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

10 / 33

Large SUVs with Best Resale Value

10 / 12

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

15 / 33

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

16 / 33

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

16 / 29

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

17 / 33

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

17 / 33

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

20 / 29

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

25 / 33

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

30 / 33

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Flex Fuel, Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2020 Chevrolet Tahoe Trim Levels

Fleet, LS, LT, Police, Premier, Special Service

2020 Ford Expedition Trim Levels

King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, XL Fleet, XLT

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

6 years / 72000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 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):

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

3 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

3 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

3 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

3 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

355 hp @ 5600 rpm

Torque:

383 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.068 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

4000 lbs

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

375 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

470 foot-lbs @ 2250 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.069 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

6000 lbs

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

5.3 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

8

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


11 / 17 / 13

Range (city/hwy):

286 / 442 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

E85

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

4X2 / 4X4

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


17 / 23 / 19

Range (city/hwy):

401 / 543 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Front Bench Seats:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Air Suspension:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Automatic Parking:

Available

Captain's seat:

Available

Massage Seats:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

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

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

42.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

45.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

64.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.7 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

65.1 inches

Cargo Space:

51.6 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

111.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

172.4 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

42 inches

Front Leg Room:

43.9 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

64.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

40 inches

Rear Leg Room:

41.5 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

64.8 inches

Cargo Space:

20.9 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

104.6 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

192.8 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

5223 lbs

Width:

80.5 inches

Height:

72.4 inches

Length:

204 inches

Wheelbase:

116 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.5 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

5443 lbs

Width:

93.4 inches

Height:

76.6 inches

Length:

210 inches

Wheelbase:

122.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

9.8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted steel

Tire Size:

P265/60R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy with painted accents

Tire Size:

275/65R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Black

Blue

Blue Velvet Metallic / MSP Blue

Gray

Satin Steel Metallic / Shadow Gray Metallic

Green

Woodland Green

Red

Black Cherry Metallic / Dark Toreador Red / Siren Red Tintcoat / Victory Red

Silver

Silver Ice Metallic

White

Summit White

Yellow

Wheatland Yellow

Gold

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Agate Black

Blue

Blue

Gray

Magnetic

Green

Not available

Red

Race Red

Silver

Iconic Silver

White

Oxford White

Yellow

Not available

Gold

Desert Gold

Interior Colors

Black

Jet Black

Beige

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Ebony

Beige

Medium Stone

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