Since 1991, when Ford introduced the Explorer SUV, families and adventurers have appreciated the rugged looks and powerful performance of this beloved midsize SUV. Today, the Explorer comes with a redesigned exterior and innovative technology features anyone in the family will appreciate. Whether you need a three-row SUV for family road trips, carrying the kids to their sports game, or hauling gardening supplies home, the 2025 Ford Explorer is a smart choice. Enjoy learning more about this handsome and capable SUV to see why it stands out from the others in the three-row midsize SUV segment.
Ford Explorer Design and Aesthetics
For 2025, Ford offers the Explorer in four trims, the Active, ST-Line, ST, and top-tier Platinum. Each trim builds on its predecessor. As you climb the tiers, you’ll find more upscale amenities and innovative technology that help skyrocket this SUV into the future.
From the outside, the first thing you’ll notice about the Explorer is its sleek lines with a deeply sloped roof, large windshield, and honeycombed front grille bracketed by rectangular-shaped LED headlights. Across the rear of this SUV, you’ll find a sporty hatch with integrated taillights and a snazzy body-colored rear spoiler that adds to the adventurous appearance of the new Ford Explorer.
With the Active trim, you get 18-inch painted aluminum wheels or the optional 20-inch carbonized gray aluminum wheels. The three upper trims come with eye-catching 20-inch painted or polished aluminum wheels or snazzy 21-inch machine-alloyed wheels available for the Platinum trim and standard on the ST-Line and ST trims.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Ford has upgraded the interior of this SUV with modern materials made from luxurious and upscale fabrics, leathers, and accents that highlight the comfort and contemporary feel of the Explorer. You’ll appreciate the soft-touch materials on the center console and the ergonomically designed dashboard.
The higher trims come with leather-trimmed or full-leather Miko upholstery, and with the Premium Package available for the ST-Line trim, you’ll get heated massaging front seats and heated second-row seats. Everyone will stay comfortable with the Explorer’s three-zone automatic climate control system. For those who enjoy extra light and fresh air inside the cabin of your SUV, choose the optional dual-pane sunroof.
Explorer Interior Space and Versatility
Roominess and cargo space are two of the key reasons the Ford Explorer is so popular. Up to seven people ride comfortably inside this midsize SUV or up to six people if you swap the second-row bench seats for two captain’s chairs. Kids in the far back of the Explorer will have a third-row bench seat that gives them plenty of legroom and headroom for a comfortable ride.
Modern features found inside the 2025 Explorer include the standard PowerFold third-row seats that allow you to easily fold the seats with the touch of a button. When you need room to carry the family and some luggage, keep all three rows upright and you’ll get 16.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row.
If you make a run to the gardening store and need loads of cargo space, simply fold the third- and second-row seats down and you’ll get up to 85.3 cubic feet of cargo space. Accessing the rear of this SUV is a breeze with the power liftgate that automatically opens and closes the rear hatch with the push of a button.
Technology Integration
Innovative technology features abound in the 2025 Ford Explorer. All trims now come standard with the Ford Digital Experience infotainment system complete with a 13.2-inch touchscreen. This advanced infotainment system integrates Google built-in technology with Google Maps, Google Assistant, and Google Play for pertinent information and entertainment. With this system, you also get wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. For the ultimate listening experience, the upper trims come equipped with a multispeaker Bang & Olufsen premium sound system.
Enjoy changing the mood of the inside of the Explorer with the multicolored ambient lighting system, and use the integrated ceiling lights to read maps or catch up on your latest novel. You can also stay connected to the outside world when you download FordPass Connect with 5G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot capability. It’s easy to keep everyone’s mobile devices charged with multiple USB-A and USB-C ports for each row.
Advanced Driver-Assist Features
Safety is paramount with the Ford brand, and this automaker gives all trims of the 2025 Explorer its bundle of advanced driver-assist features called Ford Co-Pilot360. Key features of these safety systems include:
- Lane-mitigation system.
- Evasive steering.
- Pre-collision warning with automatic emergency braking.
- Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
- Adaptive cruise control.
- Automatic high-beam headlights.
The three upper trims also come with Ford’s new BlueCruise hands-free driving system available for select roads throughout the United States and Canada.
Engine Options
The Explorer is known for its ruggedness and capability and the 2025 version doesn’t disappoint with its engine options. A 2.3-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost engine that produces 300 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque comes standard with the Active, ST-Line, and Platinum trims. Move up to the ST trim, and you get a 3.0-liter V-6 EcoBoost engine that produces 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque. This more powerful engine is available for the Platinum trim.
Both engines mate with a smooth-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission and come standard with rear-wheel drive. If you need more traction and grip, upgrade to the optional all-wheel-drive system. An electronically controlled seven-mode terrain management system helps to control the Explorer when traveling over diverse and challenging driving conditions. You can even tow a boat or trailer with this midsize SUV. When properly equipped, you can haul up to 5,000 pounds.
Experience Your Next Family Adventure in a 2025 Ford Explorer
From backcountry adventures to family road trips, the 2025 Explorer is ideal for those needing room, comfort, and technology conveniences to enhance their driving experiences. Contact us at John Kennedy Ford Phoenixville to learn more about this SUV and its spacious and luxurious interior, or stop by our dealership to take one for a test drive. Whether you want to lease a new 2025 Explorer or purchase one, our team members will help you find the perfect loan or lease terms for your unique lifestyle.
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