The Explorer is offered in base, XLT, Limited, ST and Platinum models, but no matter the model, it comes with three well-designed rows of seating and room for up to seven (the second row comes with two bucket seats for adults). While the third row is kid-sized, it's easier to fold than those on just about any other model, thanks to the simple, single-button power-folding system. Parents will also note that LATCH fasteners for child seats are included in the second-row outboard positions. Both the second and third rows flip forward, giving a cavernous amount of cargo space.

The base 2.3L EcoBoost 4-cylinder engine makes a healthy 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, with fuel economy at a class leading 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway and a 5000-lb tow capacity this engine is real workhorse. A beefier 3.0L Ecoboost V6 is available on Platinum trimmed vehicles producing 365 horsepower and 380 pound-feet of torque, with tow ratings all the way up to a 5600-lb maximum when properly equipped and an even more powerful ST model making 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque.

The available Intelligent 4-wheel-drive system in the Explorer is available with all engines, and it is designed with the urban driving done by most Explorer owners in mind. The system includes a Terrain Management system that recalibrates itself for snow, sand or mud when needed. With 4-wheel drive, there's also Hill Descent Control, to help maintain composure on steep, slippery slopes.

Standard equipment on the Explorer is more extensive than what is found in most mainstream-brand vehicles. Cruise control, power adjustable driver seat, media hub system, five 12-volt power points, 8-inch touchscreen, FordPass Connect 4G,
multi-zone climate control with separate rear controls, cap less fuel-filling and the MyKey control/monitoring feature are all standard on the base model.

Standard features included on the XLT include heated front seats, premium cloth upholstery and power lumbar adjustable driver's seat and power adjustable passenger seat.

The Limited trim adds many more features including heated/vented front seats, leather upholstery, ambient lighting, heated steering wheel, HD radio, amplifier sound system, Bang & Olufsen 12 Speaker system, rain detecting wipers, 360 degree camera system, front/rear parking sensors, traffic sign information and evasion assist.

The top-of-the-line Platinum trim includes 21-inch premium aluminum wheels, quilted leather seating, illuminated sill plates and directionally adaptive lighting.

MyFord Touch combines a host of vehicle, information and entertainment functions in an interface that appears a bit like that of iPads or other tablet computers. The system works together with Ford's Sync interface to interact seamlessly -- and with voice commands -- with media players, smartphones, and music on USB sticks.

All Explorers include both Roll Stability Control and Curve Control sophisticated stability control systems. Safety Canopy side-curtain airbags also cover all three rows and an SOS Post-Crash System helps alert authorities if the airbags deploy. Safety-related tech features on the Explorer include available Ford Co-Pilot 360 Assist, adaptive cruise control with a collision warning system that includes brake support as well as a Blind Spot Information System with cross-traffic alert and driver attention alert.

Quiet Interior

Excellent Ride Quality

World-class Safety Features

Good Value

EcoBoost Engine: Trailering Capabilities

For 2021, the Ford Explorer gets minor updates after its refresh in 2020. The XLT now comes with heated seats and adds an optional Appearance Package. Top trim levels also come with updates interior finishes and there are several more wheel options along with more paint choices available.

The Ford Explorer has been rated one of the safest utility vehicles at any size or price; it's the first vehicle in the world to offer rear inflatable seatbelts. Curve control -- a more advanced version of electronic stability control -- is also a Ford exclusive. Ford's MyKey system helps parents manage the teen drivers in the family.

The Explorer also stands out for being one of the "greenest" choices available. Ford claims best-in-class gas mileage for non-hybrids and notes that the Explorer EcoBoost will go 20 percent farther on a gallon of gas than the Honda Pilot.

Equipment Group 202A

Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+

6 Speakers

AM/FM radio: SiriusXM

AM/FM Stereo

SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System

Air Conditioning

Automatic temperature control

Front dual zone A/C

Rear air conditioning

Rear window defroster

Power driver seat

Power steering

Power windows

Remote keyless entry

Steering wheel mounted audio controls

Four wheel independent suspension

Speed-sensing steering

Traction control

4-Wheel Disc Brakes

ABS brakes

Dual front impact airbags

Dual front side impact airbags

Emergency communication system: SYNC 3 911 Assist

Front anti-roll bar

Knee airbag

Low tire pressure warning

Occupant sensing airbag

Overhead airbag

Rear anti-roll bar

Remote Start System

Power Liftgate

Brake assist

Electronic Stability Control

Exterior Parking Camera Rear

Auto High-beam Headlights

Delay-off headlights

Fully automatic headlights

Acoustic-Laminated Front Side Windows

Panic alarm

Security system

Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control

Speed control

Bumpers: body-color

Heated door mirrors

LED Fog Lamps

Power door mirrors

Roof rack: rails only

Spoiler

ActiveX Captain's Chairs

Compass

Driver door bin

Driver vanity mirror

Evasive Steering Assist

FordPass Connect

Front reading lights

Heated Steering Wheel

Illuminated entry

Leather steering wheel

Outside temperature display

Overhead console

Passenger vanity mirror

Rear reading lights

Speed Sign Recognition

SYNC 3/Apple CarPlay/Android Auto

Tachometer

Telescoping steering wheel

Tilt steering wheel

Trip computer

Voice-Activated Touchscreen Navigation System

1st Row Heated Seats

3rd row seats: bench

Front Bucket Seats

Front Center Armrest

Heated front seats

Power passenger seat

Split folding rear seat

Unique Cloth Captain's Chairs

Passenger door bin

Alloy wheels

Wheels: 18" 5-Spoke Sparkle Silver-Painted Alum

Rear window wiper

Speed-Sensitive Wipers

Variably intermittent wipers

3.58 Non-Limited-Slip Rear Axle Ratio

**BLUETOOTH**

**REAR BACK-UP CAMERA**

**APPLE CAR PLAY**

**BLIND SPOT MONITORING**

**LOCAL TRADE**

Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 -inc: auto start-stop technology

Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic

3.58 Non-Limited-Slip Rear Axle Ratio

GVWR: TBD

50 State Emissions System Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) system is standard equipment for vehicles with the 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 FFV engine.

Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode

Rear-Wheel Drive

Engine Oil Cooler

Battery w/Run Down Protection

Regenerative Alternator

Towing Equipment -inc: Trailer Sway Control

Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers

Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars

Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering

17.9 Gal. Fuel Tank

Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust

Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs

Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs

4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake

Wheels: 18" 5-Spoke Sparkle Silver-Painted Alum

Tires: P255/65R18 AS BSW -inc: mini spare

Steel Spare Wheel

Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo

Clearcoat Paint

Body-Colored Front Bumper

Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent

Black Side Windows Trim, Black Front Windshield Trim and Black Rear Window Trim

Chrome Bodyside Insert, Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim

Body-Colored Door Handles

Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding

Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster

Deep Tinted Glass

Speed Sensitive Variable Intermittent Wipers

Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels

Lip Spoiler

Grille w/Chrome Bar

Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access

Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks

Autolamp Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Auto High-Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off

LED Brakelights

Headlights-Automatic Highbeams

Perimeter/Approach Lights

Radio: AM/FM Stereo -inc: MP3 capability, 6 speakers, speed-compensated volume and SiriusXM radio w/a 3 month prepaid subscription, Service is not available in Alaska and Hawaii SiriusXM audio and data services each require a subscription sold separately, or as a package, by Sirius XM radio inc. If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Fees and taxes apply. To cancel you must call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349. See SiriusXM customer agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. All fees and programming.

Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Steering Wheel Controls and Internal Memory

Streaming Audio

Integrated Roof Antenna

SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System -inc: enhanced voice recognition, 8" LCD capacitive touchscreen in center stack w/swipe capability, AppLink, 911 Assist, Apple Car Play and Android Auto compatibility and 1 smart-charging multimedia USB port in the media hub

Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity

2 LCD Monitors In The Front

8-Way Driver Seat

Passenger Seat

Bucket Folding Captain Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Premium Cloth Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft

Front Center Armrest and Rear Seat Mounted Armrest Outboard Only

Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Level, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer

Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows

Fixed 50-50 Bench Premium Cloth 3rd Row Seat Front, Manual Fold Into Floor, 2 Manual and Adjustable Head Restraints

Leather Steering Wheel

Front Cupholder

Rear Cupholder

Compass

Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button

Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access

Keypad

Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start

Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls

Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning

Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls

HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Headliner/Pillar Ducts

Locking Glove Box

Driver Foot Rest

Interior Trim -inc: Piano Black/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Piano Black/Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Piano Black Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents

Full Cloth Headliner

Cloth Door Trim Insert

Unique Cloth Captain's Chairs -inc: 10-way power driver's seat w/power function for tilt, lumbar and recline, 4-way power front passenger seat w/fore/aft and manual recline and 2-way manually adjustable driver and front passenger head restraints

Day-Night Rearview Mirror

Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror

Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage, Rear Console w/Storage and 4 12V DC Power Outlets

Front And Rear Map Lights

Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting

Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats

Carpet Floor Trim

Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch

Cargo Area Concealed Storage

Cargo Space Lights

FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access

FordPass Connect -inc: 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot connects up to 10 devices w/wireless data trial that begins upon AT&T activation and expires at the end of 3 months or when 3GB of data is used, whichever comes first, but cannot extend beyond the trial subscription period for remote features, To activate, go to www.att.com/ford), remotely start, lock and unlock vehicle, schedule specific times to remotely start vehicle, locate parked vehicle and check vehicle status (FordPass Connect, the Ford Pass App, and Complimentary Connected Services are required for remote features (see FordPass terms for details), Connected Service and features depend on compatible AT&T network availability, Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features, Connected services excludes Wi-Fi hotspot.), Note: Ford Telematics and data services prep included for fleet only: FordPass Connect 4G Wi-Fi modem provides data to support telematics and data services including but not limited to vehicle location, speed, idle time, fuel, vehicle diagnostics and maintenance alerts, Device enables telematics services through Ford or authorized providers, Activate at www.fleet.ford.com or call 833-FCS-Ford, (833-327-3673)

Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins

Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down

Delayed Accessory Power

Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature

Driver Information Center

Trip Computer

Outside Temp Gauge

Analog Appearance

Redundant Digital Speedometer

Seats w/Cloth Back Material

Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints

2 Seatback Storage Pockets

1st Row Heated Seats

Securilock Anti-Theft Ignition (pats) Immobilizer

Perimeter Alarm

Air Filtration

4 12V DC Power Outlets

AdvanceTrac w/Roll Stability Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)

ABS And Driveline Traction Control

Side Impact Beams

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags

Reverse Sensing System Rear Parking Sensors

Ford Co-Pilot360 - BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) Blind Spot

Ford Co-Pilot360 - Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection

Cross-Traffic Alert

Lane Keeping Alert Lane Keeping Assist

Lane Keeping Alert Lane Departure Warning

Collision Mitigation-Front

Driver Monitoring-Alert

Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning

Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags

Safety Canopy System Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags

Airbag Occupancy Sensor

Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag

Mykey System -inc: Top Speed Limiter, Audio Volume Limiter, Early Low Fuel Warning, Programmable Sound Chimes and Beltminder w/Audio Mute

Rear Child Safety Locks

Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Height Adjusters and Pretensioners

Back-Up Camera w/Washer

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