2025 New Ford Explorer Exterior

In terms of exterior design, the new model adopts a blacked-out theme with orange accents and a two-tone body scheme. The overall appearance is striking and exudes a sporty vibe. Dimensions measure 5,066 mm in length, 2,004 mm in width, and 1,797 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,025 mm. Standard equipment includes 18-inch wheels fitted with AT all-terrain tires, offering a maximum ground clearance of 223 mm, an approach angle of 23 degrees, and a departure angle of 24 degrees. The vehicle is equipped with underbody armor made of galvanized steel plate measuring 2.3 mm thick and weighing 13.78 kg. The transmission guard is 2 mm thick, weighs 6.2 kg, and is also constructed from steel.

New Ford Explorer Interior

Interior highlights include a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster paired with a 27-inch 4K central touchscreen, powered by the SYNC+ 3.0 intelligent connectivity system. The center console features dual wireless charging pads, a rotary electronic gear selector, and vertically mounted dual cup holders. Standard comfort features include a heated steering wheel, ventilated and heated front seats, heated second-row seats, a laminated noise-reducing front windshield, rear privacy glass, a power liftgate with position memory, and ANC active noise cancellation.

The vehicle adopts a 2+3 five-seat layout. Folding the rear seats creates a flat cargo area measuring approximately six square meters. The trunk capacity is 1,505 liters, expanding to 2,487 liters with the second row folded. A new hidden storage compartment beneath the cargo shelf provides an additional 100 liters of space. The trunk also features 15 storage compartments, with the innermost section equipped with a movable divider.

Specs

For smart features, the new model comes standard with Level 2 driving assistance, incorporating 20 radars and 18 advanced driver-assistance functions. It supports full-speed adaptive cruise control (0–180 km/h) with lane-centering capability, FCW collision warning (with pedestrian detection, forward collision, and intersection collision warning and braking), blind spot monitoring (with reverse traffic alert), and a 360-degree surround-view camera system.

Powertrain

Power comes from a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 213 kW (286 hp) and 445 Nm (330 lb-ft) of torque. The powertrain is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive system featuring a mechanical Torsen limited-slip differential on the rear axle. The vehicle also incorporates the “Six-Mode Intelligent 4WD” terrain management system, offering six driving modes: Standard, Sport, Eco, Slippery, Off-Road, and Towing. For enhanced off-road capability, the suspension has been specially tuned, with dedicated preload springs added to the shock absorber cores. This setup complements the extended suspension travel, minimizing unwanted vibrations during suspension movement and improving overall stability and ride comfort.