2025 Ford Explorer
When it comes to three-row SUVs with a reputation for reliability, it doesn't get much better than the Explorer, and the 2025 Ford Explorer is keeping that legacy alive! We know that drivers with serious passenger and cargo needs will appreciate all of the thoughtful features in the latest model. From parents with several kids to friend groups who love to stick together, large parties have loved the midsize Explorer for decades.
Have you been curious about the Explorer? Maybe you're already a loyal Explorer driver and are just looking to trade in for the latest model. Maybe you're new to the Ford brand and believe that this is the SUV that will suit your needs best. Whatever describes your search status, our insights into the 2025 Explorer can help you shop with confidence.
We'll be covering the highlights of the 2025 Ford Explorer, from its rugged performance perks—perfect for adventurous folks—to its welcoming cabin and impressive technology. The Explorer has amenities that appeal to everyone; are you ready to take a closer look? Let's explore the three-row Explorer together!
MSRP: $40,050 [a]
Horsepower: 400
Torque: 415 lb-ft
Cargo Space: 85.8 cu.ft.
Performance
The 2025 Explorer is a performance powerhouse, and a versatile one, too. You can choose between two different engines: a highly efficient 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 and a robust 3.0L EcoBoost V6. Luckily, both engines boast Ford's turbocharging technology, which vastly improves fuel efficiency, so you won't find yourself at the gas pump too often with either.
The 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 gets you 300 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. Meanwhile, the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 delivers 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque. If you're looking to take advantage of the Explorer's towing powers, the higher-output engine might be your ideal choice, due to the greater torque stat. However, if it's peak fuel efficiency you're after, you'll probably want the standard engine.
With either powertrain, the 2025 Explorer can tow up to 5,000 lbs. So if you know that a camper or boat would amplify the adventure, the Explorer is capable of towing it for you. A ten-speed automatic transmission likewise comes with either powertrain, which can help with smooth shifting when towing, accelerating, or simply facing stop-and-go traffic.
Here's a really cool thing: SelectShift capability lets you turn your automatic transmission into an on-demand manual one. Available exclusively on the ST trim, this feature gets you paddle shifters on your steering wheel that allow for a more intimate connection with the road.
The versatility of the 2025 Explorer doesn't end there. It boasts several drive modes, so you can tell your vehicle what environment you're in, and it will adapt on the fly. Normal Mode will blend efficiency with power. Eco Mode will maximize fuel economy. Sport Mode will deliver more spirited handling. Tow/Haul Mode will optimize dynamics for towing a vessel. Slippery Mode improves traction on wet or slick roads. Off-Road Mode is ideal for rugged terrain far from the pavement.
Thanks to the available intelligent 4WD, the 2025 Explorer can send power where it's needed most in slippery situations. When it's not needed, the system will revert to RWD for sustaining optimal fuel economy. That means you don't have to commit to full-time RWD or 4WD; just use the one that makes the most sense for your situation.
Do you want more confidence on the road? Rely on Ford's Co-Pilot360, an advanced suite of driver assistance features. With it, you'll get a lane-keeping system, which lets you know if you're drifting out of your lane and can even nudge you back into it. The pre-collision assist and automatic emergency braking work together to alert you to potential crashes with pedestrians or vehicles ahead of you, and emergency braking takes over if you don't react in time. The evasive steering assist can even provide extra steering support to help you get around a hazard.
Do you want help seeing in hard-to-see areas? The blind spot monitor and its cross-traffic alert have you covered. These features detect vehicles approaching your blind spot, as well as the rear of your vehicle when you're in reverse, and provide alerts to their presence. You can even get blind spot coverage for your trailer! Lastly, a standard rearview camera shows you what's behind your SUV when you're backing up; it provides guidelines on your touchscreen to help you reverse into tight parking spots or out of driveways with precision.
Interior
You and your crew will enjoy being inside the 2025 Explorer. Ford designed its cabin with convenience and comfort in mind. Creating the ideal atmosphere is a breeze with ambient lighting. You can customize the lighting color in the cabin, choosing from several hues to create a calming vibe, an energizing one, or something in between.
With the available ten-way power driver's seat, you can slide into the ideal position for long drives, reducing body fatigue. Plus, the available first-row heated and ventilated seats ensure you're comfortable, no matter the weather. You can enjoy full-body warmth on winter days and a refreshing breeze on hot summer ones. Your second-row passengers can enjoy available heated seats, too, and a heated steering wheel rounds things out, keeping your fingers warm and nimble for active steering.
If you really want to treat yourself, spring for the Active Motion front seats with a massaging function. Moving back, you can choose a bench seat in the second row, or you can opt for the captain's chairs with armrests; these will give your second-row riders more room to themselves and create a convenient aisle down the middle of the SUV for easier access to the third row.
Passengers in every row can appreciate the available panoramic sunroof. Let the sun rays in on beautiful days, or get a better view of your surroundings on road trips. When you're ready for a cool, darker cabin, just close the sunshade!
The 2025 Explorer is a cargo superstar. With both rear rows down, it offers 85.8 cu.ft. of cargo space, which is more than sufficient for big shopping days or road trip gear. Opening up that space is easy, too, thanks to the available PowerFold third-row seats; you'll send that back row down at the push of a button, easy peasy. When you're ready to access your trunk, you'll like the power liftgate; this standard feature lets you open your trunk with the push of a button in the dashboard area or on your key fob.
Technology
Get ready for a more productive and enjoyable time behind the wheel. The 2025 Explorer has technology that simply makes driving better. Standard wireless compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto lets you project your phone's contents onto the 13.2-inch touchscreen; you'll see your favorite apps on the screen and can command them with swipe and pinch gestures.
There's also a wireless charging pad so that you can leave your USB cords at home. For passengers who need to charge devices, there are many USB ports throughout the vehicle. One USB-A and one USB-C port are in the front row, two USB-C ports are in the second row, and two more are in the third row, so everyone can keep their phones on. Plus, they can keep up with emails, news, and more, thanks to the 5G Wi-Fi hotspot.
Do you love to listen to music, audiobooks, or podcasts on the road? Then you'll love the available ten-speaker Bang and Olufsen sound system! Complete with a subwoofer, this system will surround your passengers with the tunes of your favorite songs and the words of your podcast hosts. If you're serious about your listening experience, step up to the available 14-speaker system.
Do you find it hard to tolerate a sweltering or freezing cabin? Well, you'll never have to experience it again, as the available remote start function lets you turn your vehicle's climate control on before you get in. So your AC can be running while you're still inside enjoying a cold drink, and the heat can be going while you're still cozied up by a fireplace.
See Us Today for the 2025 Explorer
Are you ready to get to know the latest Explorer? Our friendly team would love to take you for a spin and help you select your ideal trim! With four dynamic trim levels, the 2025 Ford Explorer appeals to a range of personalities, budgets, and preferences.
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