MODEL REVIEW
MODEL REVIEW
What’s in a name? If you’re talking about the latest model year of the Ford Explorer, quite a lot. With its 6-trim lineup, this family-friendly SUV continues to raise the bar, explore boundaries, and shatter limitations.
Read this review by the team at Prestige Ford to find out why the Ford Explorer continues to be a popular choice for drivers in Mount Dora, Appocka, or Clermont, FL and has been named America’s all-time best-selling SUV.*
MAX HORSEPOWER
400 HP
MAX TOWING CAPACITY
5,000 lbs.
STANDARD TOUCHSCREEN SIZE
13.2 in.
MAX CARGO CAPACITY
85.8 cu. ft.
TRI-ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Standard
5G LTE WI-FI HOTSPOT
Standard
BLUECRUISE HANDS-FREE DRIVING
Available
Explore the categories below to discover more about the features of the Ford Explorer.
With a name like Explorer, it’s only natural that you’d have certain expectations for this SUV. Fortunately, it’s from Ford, so be prepared to have every expectation met—and exceeded.
The Ford Explorer offers two powertrain options, ranging in performance output, so you can choose the one that best fits your needs.
| Engine | Horsepower | Torque |
|---|---|---|
| 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 engine (standard) | 300 HP | 310 lb-ft |
| 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 engine | 400 HP | 415 lb-ft |
Both engines are paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, which offers fast acceleration, smooth shifting, and efficient operation. Available paddle shifters put the control firmly in your own hands.
The Explorer comes standard with rear-wheel drive, which provides balanced handling, improved traction, and greater stability. The available intelligent 4-wheel drive (4WD) sends torque to the wheels as needed. Meanwhile, the standard Terrain Management System™ optimizes performance regardless of conditions.
With its six standard Selectable Drive Modes, you can adjust your Explorer’s traction and stability control, steering feel, and transmission shift points:
Select a mode to match conditions or your preferred driving experience as you traverse farther with the Ford Explorer.
As Ford’s most capable off-road Explorer yet, the Tremor is built for those who crave adventure off the beaten path. It pairs raw power with precision engineering so you can confidently tackle rugged trails, winding backroads, or wherever curiosity takes you. With the Tremor, every journey becomes an invitation to explore without limits.
When you’re ready to pack up the family or your friends and head out into nature, hitch up a camper or fishing boat—with its standard Class III Trailer Tow Package, the Explorer can tow up to 5,000 pounds. Standard Trailer Sway Control ensures you remain in charge. Meanwhile, a standard front skid plate (rear skid plates are also available) allows you to head boldly off the pavement and into the rough terrain.
Even as your Ford Explorer is equipped to take on rough-and-tumble adventures, you and your crew will enjoy the comforts of a spacious, well-furnished cabin. With its design, the Explorer proves that Ford continues to raise its standard of excellence.
The Ford Explorer is a head-turner and attention-grabber. Its low center of gravity and large grille—unique to each trim — reflects its fearless attitude and your thrill-seeking personality. Sleek LED headlamps and taillamps frame the front and rear fascia, ensuring you can see and be seen.
Choose from seven wheel styles, ranging from 18 to 21 inches in various shades and finishes, including Magnetite- and Luster Nickel-painted aluminum wheels. Additional exterior options include the distinctive Vapor Blue or Space White Metallic paint, featuring a silver-gray undertone, and a black-painted roof.
Once you step inside, you’ll immediately notice the pushed-forward dash that opens up the cabin. The Explorer offers a range of interior color schemes and features premium materials, including wrap-and-stitch soft-touch surfaces and optional ActiveX™ or leather seating. Choose from multiple packages and multicolor ambient lighting to personalize the interior to your specific tastes.
Comfort is assured for everyone on board, thanks to these standard and available features: heated seats, a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat, and tri-zone electronic automatic temperature control. Your passengers can take their seats in the second-row Captain’s Chairs with E-Z Entry or on the third-row 50/50 split-fold bench. As the driver, you can further enhance your comfort with available Multicontour Seats with Active Motion® massage and a heated steering wheel.
Ford builds vehicles that are tough and smart. That’s evident from the impressive infotainment and safety technologies you’ll enjoy in the Ford Explorer—including the Ford Digital Experience.
Standard on all Explorers, the Ford Digital Experience expands your connections and customization options by including:
You’ll also enjoy a built-in Wi-Fi® hotspot for up to 10 devices. Everyone on board will have easy access to a variety of apps, maps, music, and other entertainment options. Send a text, make a call, or change the climate with a simple voice command.
Every road trip needs a soundtrack. Cue up your favorite adventure-worthy playlist through the available B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with 10 or 14 speakers. You can cruise down the highway to some smooth jazz or chill lo-fi or rock out while you head off-road and take on, well, rocks.
Safety is your priority whenever you take the wheel. It’s Ford’s prime concern, too, which is why they incorporate the Ford Co-Pilot360® suite of driver-assistance technologies into their models, including the Ford Explorer. Among these protective features are:
Select models of the Ford Explorer offer available BlueCruise hands-free highway driving, which includes an Automatic Lane Change feature. Take a break from fully hands-on driving while your Explorer handles the accelerating, braking, steering, and lane centering on over 130,000 miles of roads across North America.
Part of selecting the right SUV is being able to explore various possibilities. Whether it’s the number of drivetrains or multiple engines a model offers, you benefit from having the power of choice. When one of those options also provides more power, as is the case with the Ford Explorer, it’s a win-win.
Quick Facts
| Explorer | vs | Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| Available | 4-WHEEL DRIVE | Not Offered |
| 2 | ENGINE OPTIONS | 1 |
| 400 HP | MAX HORSEPOWER | 328 HP |
SUVs like the Ford Explorer and the Toyota Highlander are designed for adventures beyond the asphalt. That said, only one model provides the necessary components without an upgrade to ensure you can move forward without hesitation. Regardless of trim level, this Ford is equipped to explore the highlands, the lowlands, and every place in between.
Quick Facts
| Explorer | vs | Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | STANDARD DRIVE MODES | 4 |
| Standard | FRONT SKID PLATE | Not Offered |
| Standard | TERRAIN MANAGEMENT SYSTEM™ | Available |
Like Ford with the Explorer, Kia continues to update the Telluride. Still, the Ford Explorer goes the extra mile when it comes to comfort and convenience, making every mile more enjoyable for both the driver and everyone on board.**
Quick Facts
| Explorer | vs | Telluride |
|---|---|---|
| Power adjustable | STANDARD DRIVER’S SEAT | Manual |
| Tri-zone | STANDARD CLIMATE CONTROL | Dual-zone |
| Available | HANDS-FREE DRIVING | Not Available |
What would you call the all-time best-selling family SUV that handles off-road adventures equally as well as everyday driving near Mount Dora, Appocka, or Clermont, FL? Ford calls it the Explorer; by now, you may want to call it yours.
To make that happen, contact Prestige Ford to get behind the wheel and start exploring more of your world today.
All of the tools you need to move forward with experiencing a new Ford Explorer for yourself are conveniently available right here online.
Explore our extensive new inventory, receive an estimate on your trade-in, apply for credit or contact us to schedule your in-person test drive using the quick links here.
Shop Ford Explorer Value Your Trade Apply for Financing Schedule a Test Drive
* Based on S&P Global Mobility 1946-Current US Total New Cumulative Registrations, for all vehicles identified as SUVs.
* Most accurate information used at the time of posting.