Which three-row SUV belongs in your driveway, the 2023 Ford Expedition or the Toyota Sequoia? Our comparison is here to help you figure out which SUV is best for you and your family.
Key Takeaways
- The Expedition has a much lower starting price than the Sequoia.
- Both three-row SUVs are big on roomy seating and available luxury features.
- When it comes to performance, the Sequoia gives you a little extra power and a slightly stronger tow rating.
- Ford’s tech lineup has the edge, thanks to its cutting-edge SYNC 4 infotainment system.
Best Deal: 2023 Ford Expedition
For the best price on a rugged, family-friendly SUV, choose the Expedition. Ford’s three-row SUV starts at $55,125. The entry-level Sequoia will hit your savings a little harder, with an MSRP of $58,365.
Spacious, Comfortable Cabin: It’s a Tie!
Both full-size SUVs offer three rows of comfy seating, perfect for families on the run. And both are available as a variety of trim levels, which deliver more and more luxury as you move up the list.
The Expedition’s standard lineup is actually pretty luxurious, with a leather-wrapped steering wheel dual-zone automatic climate control. The Sequoia is a tough competitor, providing standard heated front seats and a power moonroof. Move up either SUV’s list of trim models for upscale features like leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, or a heated steering wheel.
Strongest Ride: 2023 Toyota Sequoia
With more standard power and stronger towing capabilities, the Sequoia pulls out ahead in this category. Properly equipped, these SUVs can tow up to 9,520 pounds. When you add the available four-wheel-drive system to your Sequoia, you’ll enjoy a more reliable performance on the trail.
Every 2023 Sequoia comes with the same powertrain:
- Turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 hybrid engine (437 horsepower, 538 lb-ft of torque)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive or optional four-wheel drive
Ultimately, the Expedition offers more horsepower than the Sequoia. But you’ll only find the high-output version of its turbocharged V6 in one trim model: the off-road-ready Timberline. That said, though, every Expedition delivers a very capable ride. And towing capabilities are only slightly behind the mark, reaching 9,300 pounds.
Choose from these 2023 Expedition powertrain options:
- Turbo 3.5L V6 (375 hp, 470 lb-ft)
- Timberline: turbo 3.5L V6 (440 hp, 510 lb-ft)
- Platinum: turbo 3.5L V6 (400 hp, 480 lb-ft)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive or optional four-wheel drive
Tech Gear: 2023 Ford Expedition
With its new SYNC 4 infotainment system, the Expedition takes the lead here. Not only is this easy-to-use technology standard on every trim model, but it also includes a 12-inch touchscreen and the newly wireless versions of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The Sequoia also comes standard with Toyota’s infotainment system, though its touchscreen is a little smaller, coming in at 8 inches. But this system also includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so that you can access apps through the central touchscreen.
Both SUVs come standard with a hearty list of safety aids. For example, a blind-spot monitor notifies you when there’s a vehicle hanging out in your blind-spot. And both SUVs feature forward collision mitigation systems that can apply the brakes automatically, for help avoiding a potential crash. And each has a lane-keeping system to help keep you from drifting outside of the correct lane.
Make Your Choice
The 2023 Toyota Sequoia is certainly a powerful option! But the 2023 Ford Expedition is also a muscular SUV and, we think, the best overall choice. Drive home in the Expedition for the lowest price, friendliest tech gear, and a strong, capable ride!