Is the 2022 Ford Explorer Timberline a better SUV than a Jeep Grand Cherokee L?

[@yoranidiot]

My vote: 22 Explorer Timberline I bought my white on black Timberline on May 29th 2022 and have had zero regrets. In sport mode, it's way fast enough for anyone but an Andretti. Rides so smooth, and handles like a higher-end model in turns and exceleration. Every seat is very comfortable, and the a/c and heat blast perfectly when needed. Road noise is at a minimum, and the rack crossbars I put on make it stand out from the pack a little more. Enough room for grocery halls and camping trips to the lake with my 80 qt cooler and ebiike. With enough room leftover to sleep in. People today judge vehicles by charging ports, like they used to do with number of cup holders. I've grown up since then. I don't buy offroad vehicles to use as a mobile Netflix or Twitter feed. Live on!!

[@emadreviews]

I watch Doug Demuro’s videos in the background when I do mindless tasks, but I watch your videos when I actually want to get a virtual tour of the car before I buy it.

[@Just_a_guy06]

Just bought mine 2 weeks ago and love it. Got mine with the panoramic moon roof in the forged green metallic color

[@baricade47]

Ayeeeeee!!!!! Congratulations!!!!! God bless you, and your Timberline! 💛

[@mariowhyte2816]

Another trim level review I was looking forward to from you and Lori!!! Happy Birthdaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay to the Queen of the Camera, Lori!!!

[@experiencethevibemediainc]

Great job. I enjoyed the whole flow of your review. Kept me engaged and entertain.

[@MrRoman1197]

There might be a lot of quality issues with the Explorer, but it will always be the best looking

[@thomaswipf7986]

I'm happy with my Timberline. 80mph feeling like 60 must count for something. Doesn't require premium fuel like Jeep turbo. Gets 19mpg instead of 16 like 4Runner. Can't find a Bronco. Best option of competitors.

[@Sunjib12345]

Hey Raiti's Rides My Favorite Ford Suv 3 Row 2022 Ford Explorer Timberline

[@Mason-dq7cf]

😀😀😀😁😁😅😅😅😆😆🤣🤣☺️☺️☺️😎😎

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that I can bring it to you!

[@Sunjib12345]

@@RaitisRides Yes

[@mystictk4149]

First of all Happy Birthday🎉 to the amazing Lori who works so hard for us all and even works her ass off for Joe. Now for the explorer, I love the mountain/outside style if that makes sense and the inside I really like the inside and the green style seats.

[@Sunjib12345]

Thank You Mystic Tk Have A Day Nice

[@mattmekhaeil]

@@Sunjib12345 today is your birthday? He was saying it to lori. If today is your birthday happy birthday nonetheless!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so awesome! Thanks for saying that!

[@mystictk4149]

@@RaitisRides You’re welcome man, y’all truly deserve it.

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

This still my dream Ford Explorer I can buy.

[@tomascali1817]

It’s been a year did you get it? I’m thinking of getting one here in a couple weeks but I haven’t been able to test drive it.

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

@tomascali1817 Not yet, In about few more years, I might buying one.

[@leelashbrooks8780]

Joe your my go to for car vids, you go through everything in detail, you vids are the best out there! I would go with jeep only if Chrysler and stalantis had proven they got the quality problems fixed!

[@ahadikram8977]

I have the timberline(the special edition) and the car is great. The panoramic roof is with it and the car is very smooth to drive.

[@thepoochprofessor2683]

Do you tow with it? How is that? I can't find any decent videos that compare the towing with other cars in the class.

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

Awesome!! Nice review and test drive Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for taking the time to say that!

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

@@RaitisRides You're welcome Joe

[@WALKERFORDCOMPANY]

Looking good Joe! World class video as always!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks to everyone at Walker Ford!

[@mackb4084]

Love the review. Would love for you to put the specs up in writing when you cover them.

[@tintuvarghese1781]

I like the engine sound, power seems enough with efficiency.

[@poppa_da_corn]

My biggest zonks are missing hybrid version and that material on the middle part of the seats.

[@bentonc6619]

Which do you think would be better to take off roading especially on the beach in obx or Wilmington area the ford timberline or grand cherokee laraedo altitude or limited. Im looking at the limited for this or timberline only because the overland is well into the 60ks but ill probably take it out to left field and end up with a 4runner just not much room in one with the 3rd row seats. Any thoughts on this would be appreciated.

[@josehernandez-kl5yn]

NICE! but wish they add a crazy green, blue, yellow, orange, red color and a roof rack like 4runner trd pro. great job guys! ✌

[@jeffs6090]

All lighting on every trim level of every type of vehicle should be led in this day and age!!

[@RaitisRides]

You are spiny on with that thought Jeff

[@JackassZeWickedChipz]

Joooee! i just saw this Timberline on my local dealer here in Canada! Looks really nice! You zonked what i zonked too! LOL!

[@salahalawadhi5623]

can't wait to see one million subs

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for having my back

[@chabbysrides]

Great video Joe! I can't help but think that Ford mailed this one in. Great idea, but the execution could have been better. Happy Birthday Lori!!

[@goulartaf66]

Pork for that piped in sound is there a way to shut that off?

[@wilfredo-teyrosalesfotos]

Overall, looks like a great vehicle but unfortunately in “Hoods” across America, if you remove the badging …. It will always be an off-road police interceptor 🤷🏽‍♂️ #stateparkpolice

[@GeraldNzeribe]

I love you and your channel Raiti. ❤

[@lifendrive1796]

Great video glad u said what u said at around the 23 min mark

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man!

[@Darkbaboon]

Very informative review, thank you and Lori. But like you said you’ve had many reviews on Explore, so you probably had many zonk in mind before reviewing this one.

[@musamusa2961]

Wow that's awesome, Thank God for blessing me I will buy one for myself

[@RaitisRides]

You can make it happen!

[@aaronwilson5978]

Idk I like the grand Cherokee L better but do they have the Trailhawk model out yet?

[@RaitisRides]

Not yet but they have an Overland.

[@j.r.1210]

The GCL does not have a Trailhawk trim. The closest you can come is an Overland with the Offroad Package, if you can find one.

[@aaronwilson5978]

@@j.r.1210 Trailhawk is coming out tho

[@carsonsmith9312]

The trailhawk trim is reserved only for the 2 row version of the Grand Cherokee.

[@chih6654]

I don’t think this is on the same level as the Grand Cherokee/Grand Cherokee L. Not the biggest fan of CDJR, but I do have to give it to Grand Cherokee/Grand Cherokee L a W on this one!

[@RaitisRides]

This is a very good point!

[@hi_its_m3_284]

Needs better features for the price

[@mattfrias2007]

Agreed, a similarly equipped Jeep Grand Cherokee beats the Explorer every time in every category. Not close.

[@goulartaf66]

I agree with the steering wheel. They should put a red oval or black out Ford oval or something..

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

This Timberline ain't bad Joe. But I would definitely go Grand Cherokee L. Zonk the PowerPlant, zonk the horn button, zonk the no connectivity in the back, etc. Those are things you will get in the Grand Cherokee L. Pricepoint is alright, I just think Ford really misses out on opportunities to make their special trim vehicles stand out from the crowd, which is sad. 😔

[@Steelers2841]

Like The the 2016-19 Models of The Limited or Platinum Package with the V6 Models and the Older Models 1995-2010 with the V8 Optional Models. 1995-2001 with the 5.0V8 and 2002-10 with 4.6L V8 and they All Had the Eddie Bauer Package and they also Had the Explorer Sport Trac has Well

[@abdulatif701]

Please add the engine power and HP in the description like older vids. And if you can add the price I'll be grateful 🌹

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the feedback

[@AlphaZero1]

I wanted to love this, but I test drove one a few weeks ago and something just felt off with it. I couldn't get the seating position right, some things in the interior felt cheap, etc. I went in this and then drove a Telluride which was SO much nicer in every aspect. Unfortunately these are the only things on the lot right now with Kia being 9-12 months out from building orders. The 2.3 is fine in this but I would prefer the 2.7 like I have in my Fusion, but I guess they needed enough of a split between this trim and the ST with the 3.0.

[@Misnjef]

Kia 😂

[@nicholasbaker2904]

I'm glad there's no sunroof. I don't want the sacrifice headroom. My wife got one of these as a rental last year. I've never been a Ford guy, but we had it for 1 week and wanted one ever since.

[@vindevhunta4905]

I like the ST line..BLUE

[@dominickirkwood]

I love it Joe and Lori and keep up the great work real true and I love the video lot real true 👍

[@somejackball]

love the red trim on the front! reminds me of the red cap on the front of fake guns, so it's like the red is to let people know not a real cop car, No Threat 😁

[@LS1007]

It’s nice looking but I’d go Grand Cherokee. I remember the “where’s the beef” ad. I was saying that when you raised the hood. Ford had problems with the 2.7 liter in the Bronco dropping a valve and destroying some engines. I don’t think the Explorer has had that problem. Thanks Joe. Nice job! Happy birthday to Lori, the Queen of the camera. 🎂 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

You are the best Larry!

[@kervensferdinand669]

Oh today is Lori’s birthday? Happy birthday Lori may God continue to bless you Lori, you are the best with the camera 🎥 Happy Birthday again 🎉🎂🎁

[@migueldayot3762]

The engine is a zonk I was hoping that A 2.7 V6 or 3.5L V6 echoboost but you get what you pay for but still a great vehicle for the outdoors.

[@aramis8231]

I can tell you this is a great car. I had a 2019 Ford Explorer XLT for 2 and a half years and it was super nice but this one seems a lot better. Nothing wrong with its engine option, 300 HP is more than enough to handle practically anything on and off road. I currently have a 2023 Ford Explorer ST Line and I can tell you this one looks even better.

[@oldsoldier8139]

What ever happened to the 4.0 Liter Engines?

[@Steelers2841]

Joe Should Test the ST Package with the 3.0L V6

[@Olph1]

Great review. No thanks Ford! so much potential but always goes cheap when they shouldn’t.

[@blakliffy]

360 degree camera for when my wife tries to park at target, lol

[@wadesnider5218]

Nice but just a blackout package and orange pin stripe and a little more aggressive tires

[@cornbread70s4]

..” maybe you got the smallest set of jewels…” hilarious….😂

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I can share the laughs and the cars with you!

[@garykean5547]

Could you get a ST Explorer and "Timberline" it with different shocks, wheels and tires?

[@goulartaf66]

Wonder if there's any performance accessories for this through Ford performance really surprised they didn't put in a carbon fiber, strut, tower brace, and a performance air filter cleaner box.. something.. not really that hard to do. Don't see it available in their Ford performance shop.

[@AkronKid330]

I love the new explorers and the Timberline would be my go to if it didn't have the interior colors. I wouldn't want the green. And IMO the horizontal screen is not big enough.

[@brianlee9233]

I love the Explorer too, but I am going to hold off on buying one until they change the ignition chime to the Mach-E's, and until they do, I won't buy one.

[@stellantistom6881]

What up Joe? Explorer time!

[@RaitisRides]

Hey Tom! Let’s do this for sure!

[@stellantistom6881]

@@RaitisRides ;D

[@GrandmaKeith]

I would prefer a V6 and maybe some Realtree camo trim

[@justin2534]

Great review, love the suv but same thoughts on the engine and probably the deal breaker for me

[@chrisortega7124]

Can you fit 3 car seats across the second row if bench seat?

[@ThatOneDudeNick]

Not a lot of people know this, but orange or red tow hooks add an inch of ground clearance.

[@gregpaige4430]

Joe, nice vehicle but it falls short on features compared to Grand Cherokee. It needs the bigger engine and the interior feature are nothing special in my opinion.

[@mattmekhaeil]

Ford should definitely think about giving us a true offroader and the answer to that is a raptor. Throw a V8 under the hood like the upcoming raptor r and you got one hell of ride on your hands

[@RaitisRides]

I love the way you think Matt!

[@michaelsmith9308]

those wheels are on the maverick tremor and fx 4............there nice! just added the design......

[@dodongdakz6996]

it would have been lovely if it has the hybrid engine and bigger infotainment display.

[@Henny_Daddy]

I like the ST line for the Explorer

[@RaitisRides]

I am going full on ST.

[@edwarddejong8025]

Jeep is not worried about this vehicle. It is no match off-road for the mighty Grand Cherokee, which my brother has for driving up to his Colorado mountain cabin. They probably should have put in a hybrid system so that it could have more pep, and even higher mileage. But for something where they didn't want to spend much money, it at least moves in the direction of off-road capable.

[@CaptainCJ97]

Not bad looks kinda better than the last gen the engine bay is smaller than I thought. 19 in the city 22 freeway? My Grand marquis can get the same if not better here I thought it gets really good mpg. I still find it crazy how ford stopped making the crown vic and had this be the main cop vehicle

[@luiselapostolfeliz2421]

Nice Explorer and I love the way it looks yeah it's not all about perfection or else, the car would've been boring and I love the interior.

[@RaitisRides]

You share so right Luis!

[@luiselapostolfeliz2421]

@@RaitisRides That's a tip you have got to share with your viewers.

[@hellkitty1014]

Not quite the level of a GC-adjacent model, the Overland. The Explorer lacks the air suspension, rear ELSD, and 11" of ground clearance, and that's before we get to the Trailhawk. BUT I am glad to see Ford offer some type of offroad variant for the Explorer. Ford wants all of the focus on the Bronco, so it makes since they didn't go too crazy on true offroad goodies here.

[@timkincade9763]

Not even close . I'm running a 6.1 in a 2021 Grand Cherokee Trail hawk the Ford's not going where I go

[@DisclaimerGarage]

My Timberline has paint color matched mirrors, a wireless phone charger in front of the center console and a panoramic sunroof. Maybe it comes with the Timberline Technology package. 🤷

[@BulkierMouse7]

Crunchy peanut butter is the best 🔥🐐

[@addaiemmanuel1405]

Small toothpick arms…😂😂😂…that still cracks me 🤣🤣🤣

[@YY-ip2jy]

Hey Joe, you made my day♡

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that I can do that for you!

[@archiejenkins2635]

I’m tired of cost savings. The worst has to be the plastic interior. COME ON!

[@marcelomoura6685]

3.5 V6 engine?

[@RaitisRides]

Not this vehicle Marcelo.

[@jebediahestabob3646]

I wish the explorers had the new f150/bronco screen. I despise the vertical screen. Apple CarPlay is so tiny with that vertical configuration

[@jakes5530]

Not better than the GC, but it does look good, and it’s probably a better value than the Jeep trailhawk which can get into the $60k+ range real easily.

[@davidp2888]

Put a more powerful engine in it and it'll be a beast!

[@RaitisRides]

This is so very true!

[@AkronKid330]

A good tune and you're looking at 400hp. These engines really wake up with a tune.

[@brianlee9233]

@@AkronKid330 And put the Mach-E's ignition sound in it too!

[@ricgotsli]

Not having a v6 in the explorer timberline could be a preview of what could come in the next generation 4runner

[@RaitisRides]

That’s an excellent point!

[@ricgotsli]

Wow, thank you for taking the time to reply to my comment; I really enjoy ur style of reviewing cars. I think I can speak for some fans, if you are able to find a Toyota Landcruiser to review, that would definitely be something right up your alley way! Thank you again Mr. Raiti for the reply 😁

[@zachritter7013]

Something I was wondering, literally every single trim level of the explorer now come with black mirrors, even on platinum and king ranch 🤔🤔

[@alexanderpineda7614]

I don't like the Explorer Timberline, I think Ford didn't put much thought into it. I got the Expedition Timberline and it has the H.O. V6, Big 15in screen, huge panoramic sun roof, sits up pretty high! I raised my 2016 Expedition and this dam Timberline still feels higher! Explorer Timberline is a hard pass!

[@ramoncarter6585]

I love Fords SUVS and pickups take the Grand Cherokee has better looks but still as long have a Happy buyer matters can go with the Explorer love all the midsized SUVS including the Pathfinder which is my favorite of all. If was to buy a new SUV tomorrow rather be Durango or Explorer think choose the Explorer. I love this SUV but that Grand Cherokee looks more upgraded guess because it's new the Explorer been out for the last two years so go with the Grand Cherokee probably got better features. Happy Birthday 🎂 Lori best wishes enjoy your day.

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

grand cheokkee tail hawk or GC L overlander with a opt off road package are real off roaders WANT A V6 OR V8?

[@brianlee9233]

I love this new Explorer. *FORD! CHANGE THAT GODDAMN KEY CHIME AND IT'LL BE A LITERAL SELLING POINT!* Also happy birthday Lori Raiti!

[@nimahassanpour7201]

Common man! Please write in description about hp?

[@claytonbrunson8475]

I watch alot of your reviews and like each way described the vehicles. One thing could be looked at only by me. I can't fully see the car on the descriptions, what I mean ai like the camara angles but you're pointing to the bumper or moving your hand in front of it first. I'm trying to imagine looking at this car for 5 years or just 3 or not at all. Tell me what it is and what it will do and please move. I hope this observation finds you well. Keep up the great work!

[@kevinp4305]

The exterior looks great, but that interior looks like a rental car. I would take a JGC over this any day.

[@HoangLe-nw4xg]

thanks

[@KeepYourSWORDInYourHand]

"You're gonna bust cream all over yourself" 🤣🤣🤣

[@RaitisRides]

You know it Jackson!

[@Darylrb1983]

Does it...come in green? Ah the MPG makes sense now. An inch taller, so skid plates underneath, heavier tires etc. Hm.

[@ktekka180]

MY GUY 😎

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@skk6648]

do the genesis gv60 plz

[@harleymartinez4053]

I saw a KZbin video of the Ford Explorer but a 2023 model year from Ford. If I choose between the Ford Explorer Timeline or the Jeep Grand Cherokee L, I would choose the Ford Explorer

[@RaitisRides]

That sounds like a plan!

[@66skate]

Very nice looking Explorer. Too bad they were so conservative with the engine. The infotainment screen is waaaaay too small. This is 2022. Nobody wants a mini screen anymore. I don't see a premium B & O audio system either.

[@vicjuarez1450]

Hey Joe that Explorer looks like a Explorer ready to be outfitted with all the police stuff the third row look like a back of a police cruiser

[@adama047]

Wow, I was expecting you to say it had the 2.7l EcoBoost, not this Pinto has-been, (though 300 hp out of it is decent... for a Mustang...). Toyota even have it as an option really sucks, as it was looking real nice

[@mikeogden5256]

Love it 🥰

[@amaibot]

С 2х раз не попасть в кнопку закрытия багажника это бинго)

[@ABC123-i2y]

Can you please do the 2024 apple car please

[@ABC123-i2y]

Sorry for bugging you I just really like cars

[@iam4usee]

Great price point, but I fear the Timberline is what the price point gets, which isn't great at all...Everything is so expensive

[@omarcortes5754]

Love the exterior but the interior is kind of disappointing. I would go for a different trim.

[@RaitisRides]

I am going Explorer St

[@kervensferdinand669]

I’m sorry Joe I love you Joe but I would not compare the Ford Explorer with the grand Cherokee, the Jeep Grand Cherokee l is just 🔥🔥🔥🔥 especially the top trims like the overland up to the summit reserve

[@MrMegatron85]

Ford should make a timberline ST

[@alengreen589]

is this SUV only for the Timberline, or is it possible to get in to the forest with it??

[@invinciblebreaker3291]

They are really nice but I don't want it to blow up in my driveway!😬