2023 Ford Explorer

Clean lines and sleek style details define the 2023 Ford Explorer and give this SUV a sophisticated look. Horizontal headlights frame the large grille that proudly displays the classic Ford badge. Ford offers the 2023 Explorer in various trim levels, including the base, XLT, ST-Line, Limited, Timberline, ST, King Ranch, Platinum, Limited Hybrid, and Platinum Hybrid.

The 2023 Ford Explorer has multiple engine configurations, depending on trim level. The base, XLT, ST-Line, Timberline, and Limited trim levels use a 2.3-liter turbo-four engine that generates 300 horsepower. Models in ST and Platinum trims sport a 3-liter twin-turbo V-6 engine with 400 horsepower. Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid and Platinum Hybrid editions use a 3.3-liter V-6 gas engine and an electric motor to produce 318 horsepower. According to reports, Ford is currently working toward manufacturing an all-electric Explorer.

All Ford Explorer vehicles use a 10-speed automatic transmission. Upon evaluating the trims, you'll discover each level features rear-wheel drive as standard and four-wheel drive as an option. The off-road Timberline trim level comes equipped with four-wheel drive. The 2023 Explorer can tow 5,600 pounds if drivers fit the vehicle with the proper towing equipment. Fuel efficiency numbers for the 2023 Ford Explorer include 21 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway for the 2.3-liter turbo-four engine. With the 3-liter twin-turbo V-6 engine, the Explorer gets 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.

With three rows of seats, the 2023 Ford Explorer features a spacious and comfortable interior. The Ford Explorer can accommodate six or seven people, depending on whether you opt for the second-row captain's chairs versus the second-row bench seat. Standard technology features include an 8-inch touchscreen for information and entertainment, a six-speaker stereo system, satellite radio, a Wi-Fi hot spot, voice recognition software, two USB ports, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay. Other standard interior features include cloth seat upholstery and a power-adjustable driver's seat. Additional elements include a power liftgate and tri-zone automatic climate control. Available technology features include a 10.1-inch touchscreen for information and entertainment, a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, an upgraded Bang & Olufsen audio speaker system, wireless device charging, a navigation system, and an entertainment system for the rear seats.

For 2023, the Ford Explorer includes multiple standard safety and driver assistance features such as forward collision warning, forward automatic emergency braking, and pedestrian detection. Elements such as automatic high-beam headlights, lane-departure warning, and lane-keep assist support drivers behind the wheel. Ever the innovator, Ford has also included driver-attention monitoring, Ford MyKey, a rearview camera system, and rear parking sensors in the Explorer to keep up with the latest in vehicle safety technology. Available safety features include a surround-view parking camera system, front parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist, park assist, reverse automatic emergency braking, and adaptive headlights. Ford also provides a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty for all 2023 Explorer vehicles.