Which full-size, three-row SUV is right for you and your loved ones, the 2024 Ford Expedition or the 2024 Chevy Suburban? Our comparison guide weighs each model’s pros and cons.
Key Takeaways
- The Expedition can give you the best deal on a three-row SUV, helping you save a bundle on upfront costs.
- Although both full-size SUVs provide generous cabin space, the Suburban delivers best-in-class interior space.
- For the most powerful engine options, check out the Expedition!
- If you’ve got an especially heavy boat to tow, you may need the Expedition’s extra muscle.
Although these rugged, three-row SUVs are pretty competitively priced, the base 2024 Expedition (starting at $55,525) can save you a decent amount of money. Compared to the entry-level Expedition, the base 2024 Suburban (starting at $59,200) doesn’t add much in the way of tech and comfort features. For example, both models come standard with automatic climate control, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a power-adjustable driver’s seat!
How Much Cargo Space Does the 2024 Chevy Suburban Have?
If you’re shopping for best-in-class interior space, you’re going to love the Chevy Suburban. Since it’s essentially an extended-length version of the Tahoe, the Suburban delivers a gigantic cargo area, with 41.5 cubic feet of space for your sports gear and road-trip luggage. And you can fold down the rear rows of seating to create 144.7 cubic feet of best-in-class max interior space!
Although not quite as spacious, the Expedition is a little more versatile when it comes to cargo space. For instance, the base Expedition XL STX trim model helps you maximize cargo space, with 57.5 cubic feet for your stuff. However, this model only has two rows of seating, with space for five passengers. In three-row versions of the Expedition, you’ll find 19.3 cubes behind the rear seats. There’s also an extended-length version of the Expedition, the MAX, which boosts cargo space to 34.3 cubes.
Does the 2024 Ford Expedition Only Come With an EcoBoost Engine?
The Expedition not only comes standard with more power than the Suburban, but it also delivers the strongest engine option. Technically, the Expedition offers three versions of its turbocharged EcoBoost engine. The base version is a force to be reckoned with on its own, but the off-road-ready Timberline trim model summons even more muscle, with 440 horses!
The 2024 Ford Expedition’s powertrain options vary according to trim model:
- XL STX, XLT: turbo 3.5L V6 (380 hp, 470 lb-ft)
- Timberline: turbo 3.5L V6 (440 hp, 510 lb-ft)
- Limited, King Ranch, Platinum: turbo 3.5L V6 (400 hp, 480 lb-ft)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive or optional four-wheel drive
Although the Suburban’s engine availability also depends on trim model, the lineup is a little more versatile, allowing you to upgrade certain models with a more powerful option. The most powerful engine, the 6.2-liter V8, will impress you with its 420-horsepower and swift acceleration. But the Suburban’s most intriguing option is its turbodiesel inline-six. It delivers the best combination of torque and fuel efficiency, with EPA ratings of up to 23 mpg combined.
Choose from these Suburban engine options:
- Standard 5.3L V8 (355 horsepower, 383 lb-ft of torque)
- Optional for the RST, Z71, Premier, and standard for the High Country: 6.2L V8 (420 hp, 460 lb-ft)
- Optional for all but the Z71: turbocharged 3.0L inline six-cylinder diesel engine (277 hp, 460 lb-ft)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive or optional four-wheel drive
How Much Can the 2024 Ford Expedition Tow?
Properly equipped, the Expedition tows up to 9,300 pounds — or a trailer weighing 1,000 pounds more than what the Suburban can handle! Depending on how much your boat or camper weights, however, the Suburban’s max 8,300-pound tow rating could still work for you.
Which SUV Should You Choose as a Family SUV?
If you have a burning need for best-in-class cargo space, the 2024 Chevy Suburban is a great option. But if you’re looking for more power and adventure at the best price, check out the 2024 Ford Expedition! The Ford Expedition is a great option for a family SUV, so come on in to our dealership here at Lunghamer Ford to find yours!