The Ford Explorer offers two powertrain options, ranging from 300 to 400 horsepower (HP), so you can choose the one that best fits your needs.

Both engines are paired with a recalibrated 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. 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:

• Normal
• Eco
• Sport
• Tow/Haul
• Slippery
• Off Road

Select a mode to match conditions or your preferred driving experience as you traverse farther with the Ford Explorer.

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 available) makes it possible to head boldly off the pavement and into the rough.

The latest Explorer is a head-turner and attention-grabber. Its lower center of gravity and larger grille—unique to each trim—reflect 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 new Magnetite-painted aluminum wheels. Additional exterior options for the latest model year include a new Vapor Blue Metallic paint and a black-painted roof.

Once you step inside, you’ll immediately notice the pushed-forward dash that opens up the cabin. The Explorer has brand-new options for its interior color scheme and offers premium materials, like wrap-and-stitch soft-touch surfaces, ActiveX® or leather seating, and silver mesh accents. Choose from multiple packages and ambient lighting in seven colors to personalize the interior to your specific tastes.

Comfort is assured for everyone on board thanks to standard heated front 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 increase your comfort with available multicontour massaging seats and a heated steering wheel.

This latest Explorer is the first Ford vehicle to include the Ford Digital Experience that expands your connections and customization options with standard:

• 13.2-inch LCD touchscreen
• Wireless Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™
• Google and Alexa Built-in
• 5G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot for up to 10 devices
• 8 USB ports across all three rows

You’ll enjoy easy access to apps, maps, music, and more. Send a text, make a call, or change the climate with a simple voice command to Google or Alexa. A wireless charging pad is available to keep the cabin clear of cord clutter, too.

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:

• Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
• Blind Spot Information System and Cross Traffic Alert
• Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go
• Lane Keeping System
• Auto High Beam Headlamps

Select models of the Ford Explorer offer available BlueCruise Hands-Free Highway Driving. 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.