2025 Ford Explorer
Starting MSRP
$40,050
to $56,770
About the 2025 Ford Explorer
The 2025 Ford Explorer is engineered to inject excitement back into the three-row crossover segment. Beneath the hood, the potent gas engine delivers a robust 300 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque, managed seamlessly through a responsive 10-speed automatic transmission. This power is channeled through a standard rear-wheel-drive platform, promising engaging driving dynamics often reserved for sportier SUVs. While maintaining an imposing stature at 198.8 inches long and 69.9 inches tall, the Explorer handles city chores with surprising grace, boasting a 24 MPG combined rating. With seating for six across its roomy interior, the 2025 Ford Explorer blends muscular capability with daily usability, making every drive feel purposeful.
Key Highlights
Potent Standard Power
The 2025 Ford Explorer comes equipped with an engine generating a muscular 300 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque, ensuring immediate responsiveness when merging or climbing grades.
RWD Foundation
Featuring standard rear-wheel drive, the 2025 Ford Explorer offers a more balanced and spirited driving dynamic compared to front-wheel-drive competitors.
Fuel Efficiency Balance
Achieving 24 MPG combined (20 city/29 highway) on regular unleaded, the Explorer effectively balances its robust performance with reasonable running costs.
Spacious Cabin
The 119.1-inch wheelbase underpins a cabin that offers substantial room, including 43 inches of front legroom for the driver and a competitive 39 inches for rear passengers.
Best For
Drivers Seeking Engagement
- Those who appreciate rear-wheel drive architecture and 300 horsepower performance will find the 2025 Ford Explorer satisfyingly capable.
Value-Conscious Families
- With a competitive price floor starting at $40,050 and seating for six, this crossover offers premium capability without the highest price tag.
Towing Adventurers
- Equipped with a capable powertrain and standard RWD, the 2025 Ford Explorer is primed for weekend excursions requiring substantial capability.
Available Trims
| Trim | MSRP | Drivetrain | Horsepower | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | $40,050 | rear wheel drive | 300 hp | 24 mpg |
| Active 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | $42,050 | all wheel drive | 300 hp | 23 mpg |
| Platinum 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | $52,525 | rear wheel drive | 300 hp | 24 mpg |
| Platinum 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | $54,525 | all wheel drive | 300 hp | 23 mpg |
| ST 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A) | $54,770 | rear wheel drive | 400 hp | 21 mpg |
| ST 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A) | $56,770 | all wheel drive | 400 hp | 20 mpg |
| ST-Line 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | $45,020 | rear wheel drive | 300 hp | 24 mpg |
| ST-Line 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | $47,020 | all wheel drive | 300 hp | 23 mpg |
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Features Comparison
Feature
Active 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
Active 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
Platinum 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
Platinum 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
ST 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
ST 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
ST-Line 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
ST-Line 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
| Feature | Active 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | Active 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | Platinum 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | Platinum 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | ST 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A) | ST 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A) | ST-Line 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | ST-Line 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety (38 features) | ||||||||
| Adaptive Headlights | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | ||||||||
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Automatic Headlights | ||||||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | ||||||||
| Brake Assist | ||||||||
| Brake Preparation System | ||||||||
| Daytime Running Lights | ||||||||
| Driver Attention Alert | ||||||||
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags (with Head Protection Chamber) | ||||||||
| Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags (with Head Protection Chamber) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | ||||||||
| Engine Immobilizer | ||||||||
| Front Fog Lights | — | — | ||||||
| Front Head Airbags | ||||||||
| Front Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front Height Adjustable Headrests | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests | — | — | ||||||
| Front Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||||||
| Headlight Delay-Off | ||||||||
| Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| LATCH System | ||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||||
| Lane Keeping Assist System | ||||||||
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | ||||||||
| Post-Collision Safety System | ||||||||
| Pre-Collision Safety System | ||||||||
| Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | ||||||||
| Rear Door Child Safety Locks | ||||||||
| Rear Head Airbags | ||||||||
| Rear Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Rear Height Adjustable Headrests | ||||||||
| Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||||||
| Third Row Head Airbags | ||||||||
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | ||||||||
| Traction Control System | ||||||||
| Engine (9 features) | ||||||||
| Base Engine Displacement | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas | gas | gas | gas | gas | gas |
| Camshaft Type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel Injection Type | ||||||||
| Horsepower | 300 hp @ 5500 rpm | 300 hp @ 5500 rpm | 300 hp @ 5500 rpm | 300 hp @ 5500 rpm | 400 hp @ 5500 rpm | 400 hp @ 5500 rpm | 300 hp @ 5500 rpm | 300 hp @ 5500 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 | V6 | V6 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Number of Valves | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 24 | 24 | 16 | 16 |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 415 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 415 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
| Variable Valve Timing | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Drive Train (3 features) | ||||||||
| Drivetrain Type | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Transmission Type | 10-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic |
| Fuel (5 features) | ||||||||
| EPA Driving Range (City/Highway) | 358.0/519.1 mi. | 358.0/483.3 mi. | 404.0/585.8 mi. | 404.0/545.4 mi. | 363.6/505.0 mi. | 363.6/505.0 mi. | 358.0/519.1 mi. | 358.0/483.3 mi. |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway) | 20/29 MPG | 20/27 MPG | 20/29 MPG | 20/27 MPG | 18/25 MPG | 18/25 MPG | 20/29 MPG | 20/27 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy (Combined) | 24 MPG | 23 MPG | 24 MPG | 23 MPG | 21 MPG | 20 MPG | 24 MPG | 23 MPG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 17.9 gal. | 17.9 gal. | 20.2 gal. | 20.2 gal. | 20.2 gal. | 20.2 gal. | 17.9 gal. | 17.9 gal. |
| Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Warranty (4 features) | ||||||||
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Drivetrain Warranty | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. |
| Comfort & Convenience (32 features) | ||||||||
| 3rd Row Cupholders | ||||||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||||
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | ||||||||
| Electric Power Steering | ||||||||
| Front Cupholders | ||||||||
| Front Door Pockets | ||||||||
| Front Parking Sensors | — | — | ||||||
| Front Seatback Storage | ||||||||
| Front View Camera | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | — | — | ||||||
| Interior Air Filtration | ||||||||
| Leather Steering Wheel | — | — | ||||||
| Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Overhead Console with Storage | ||||||||
| Power Rear Seat Easy Entry | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Push Button Start | ||||||||
| Rear Cupholders | ||||||||
| Rear Door Pockets | ||||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing | — | — | ||||||
| Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control | ||||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||||
| Side View Camera | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Three Zone Climate Control | ||||||||
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Universal Remote Transmitter | — | |||||||
| Wireless Charging Pad | — | — | — | — | ||||
| In Car Entertainment (12 features) | ||||||||
| AM/FM Stereo | ||||||||
| Android Auto (Wired) | ||||||||
| Apple CarPlay (Wired) | ||||||||
| Premium Brand Speakers | — | — | Bang & Olufsen | Bang & Olufsen | Bang & Olufsen | Bang & Olufsen | Bang & Olufsen | Bang & Olufsen |
| Satellite Radio | With Real Time Traffic | With Real Time Traffic | With Real Time Traffic | With Real Time Traffic | ||||
| Satellite Radio Trial Period | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months |
| Speaker System | 6 | 6 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 10 |
| Speed Sensitive Volume Control | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Stereo Power | — | — | 980W | 980W | 980W | 980W | — | — |
| Subwoofer Count | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| USB Port | ||||||||
| USB Port with External Media Control | ||||||||
| Power Feature (3 features) | ||||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||||
| Keyless Entry | ||||||||
| One-Touch Power Windows | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Frontseats (21 features) | ||||||||
| Driver Seat Heating | — | — | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | ||||||||
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | — | — | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | — | — | 3 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 10-way | 10-way | 8-way | 8-way |
| Driver Seat Ventilation | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Front Head Room | 40.7 in. | 40.7 in. | 40.7 in. | 40.7 in. | 40.7 in. | 40.7 in. | 40.7 in. | 40.7 in. |
| Front Hip Room | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 43.0 in. | 43.0 in. | 43.0 in. | 43.0 in. | 43.0 in. | 43.0 in. | 43.0 in. | 43.0 in. |
| Front Seat Type: Bucket | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Front Seat Type: Sport | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Front Shoulder Room | 61.8 in. | 61.8 in. | 61.8 in. | 61.8 in. | 61.8 in. | 61.8 in. | 61.8 in. | 61.8 in. |
| Passenger Seat Heating | — | — | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Passenger Seat Height Adjustment | — | — | ||||||
| Passenger Seat Lumbar Support | — | — | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments | 4-way | 4-way | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Passenger Seat Power Adjustments | — | — | 6-way | 6-way | 8-way | 8-way | 6-way | 6-way |
| Passenger Seat Ventilation | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Seat Material: Leather | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Seat Material: Premium Cloth | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Seat Material: Sueded Microfiber | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Rearseats (11 features) | ||||||||
| Folding Center Armrest | — | — | ||||||
| Folding Rear Seatback | — | — | ||||||
| Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level) | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Manual Folding Third Row Seat | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Power Folding Third Row Seat | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Rear Head Room | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. | 40.5 in. |
| Rear Hip Room | 59.1 in. | 59.1 in. | 59.1 in. | 59.1 in. | 59.1 in. | 59.1 in. | 59.1 in. | 59.1 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 39.0 in. | 39.0 in. | 39.0 in. | 39.0 in. | 39.0 in. | 39.0 in. | 39.0 in. | 39.0 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 61.9 in. | 61.9 in. | 61.9 in. | 61.9 in. | 61.9 in. | 61.9 in. | 61.9 in. | 61.9 in. |
| Reclining Rear Seats | — | — | — | — | ||||
| Split-Folding Rear Seatback | — | — | — | — | — | — | ||
| Tires and Wheels (7 features) | ||||||||
| Spare Tire Location | Underbody Mounted | Underbody Mounted | Underbody Mounted | Underbody Mounted | Underbody Mounted | Underbody Mounted | Underbody Mounted | Underbody Mounted |
| Spare Tire Type | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary |
| Tire Size | P255/65R18 | P255/65R18 | P255/55R20 | P255/55R20 | P275/45R21 | P275/45R21 | P255/55R20 | P255/55R20 |
| Tire Type | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season |
| Wheel Diameter | 18 in | 18 in | 20 in. | 20 in. | — | — | 20 in. | 20 in. |
| Wheel Finish | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy |
| Wheel Size | — | — | — | — | 21 in | 21 in | — | — |
| Suspension (3 features) | ||||||||
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | ||||||||
| Front Stabilizer Bar | ||||||||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | ||||||||
| Instrumentation (5 features) | ||||||||
| Clock | ||||||||
| Compass | ||||||||
| External Temperature Display | ||||||||
| Tachometer | ||||||||
| Trip Computer | ||||||||
| Measurements (12 features) | ||||||||
| Angle of Approach | 21.0 degrees | 21.0 degrees | 21.0 degrees | 21.0 degrees | 21.0 degrees | 21.0 degrees | 21.0 degrees | 21.0 degrees |
| Angle of Departure | 22.0 degrees | 22.0 degrees | 22.0 degrees | 22.0 degrees | 22.0 degrees | 22.0 degrees | 22.0 degrees | 22.0 degrees |
| Cargo Capacity (Seats Up) | 18.2 cu.ft. | 18.2 cu.ft. | 18.2 cu.ft. | 18.2 cu.ft. | 18.2 cu.ft. | 18.2 cu.ft. | 18.2 cu.ft. | 18.2 cu.ft. |
| Country of Final Assembly | United States | United States | United States | United States | United States | United States | United States | United States |
| Ground Clearance | 7.9 in. | 7.9 in. | 7.9 in. | 7.9 in. | 7.9 in. | 7.9 in. | 7.9 in. | 7.9 in. |
| Height | 69.9 in. | 69.9 in. | 69.9 in. | 69.9 in. | 69.9 in. | 69.9 in. | 69.9 in. | 69.9 in. |
| Length | 198.8 in. | 198.8 in. | 198.8 in. | 198.8 in. | 198.8 in. | 198.8 in. | 198.8 in. | 198.8 in. |
| Maximum Cargo Capacity | 87.8 cu.ft. | 87.8 cu.ft. | 87.8 cu.ft. | 87.8 cu.ft. | 87.8 cu.ft. | 87.8 cu.ft. | 87.8 cu.ft. | 87.8 cu.ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs. | 5300 lbs. | 5600 lbs. | 5600 lbs. | 5600 lbs. | 5600 lbs. | 5300 lbs. | 5300 lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 119.1 in. | 119.1 in. | 119.1 in. | 119.1 in. | 119.1 in. | 119.1 in. | 119.1 in. | 119.1 in. |
| Width (With Mirrors) | 89.3 in. | 89.3 in. | 89.3 in. | 89.3 in. | 89.3 in. | 89.3 in. | 89.3 in. | 89.3 in. |
| Width (Without Mirrors) | 78.9 in. | 78.9 in. | 78.9 in. | 78.9 in. | 78.9 in. | 78.9 in. | 78.9 in. | 78.9 in. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy like for the 2025 Ford Explorer?
The 2025 Ford Explorer achieves a respectable 24 MPG combined rating when running on regular unleaded fuel. Specifically, its efficiency breaks down to 20 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway.
What kind of engine powers the 2025 Ford Explorer trims?
The core powertrain across the available trims, including the Active and ST-Line, utilizes a gas engine delivering 300 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. This power is channeled through a smooth 10-speed automatic transmission.
Does the 2025 Ford Explorer offer all-wheel drive options?
Yes, while the base models feature rear-wheel drive, the 2025 Ford Explorer is available in specific Active and ST-Line trims equipped with AWD, providing enhanced traction capability.
How much cargo space is available behind the third row in the 2025 Explorer?
The 2025 Ford Explorer offers 18.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity when all three rows of seating are in use. This figure represents the space available directly behind the third row for hauling gear.
What is the price range for the 2025 Ford Explorer lineup?
The pricing for the eight available trims of the 2025 Ford Explorer spans from an accessible starting point of $40,050 up to the premium Platinum trim priced near $56,770.
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