2025 Ford Explorer

  • Powertrain: 2.3L EcoBoost Inline-4
  • HP/Torque: 300 hp/310 lb.-ft.
  • Transmission: 10-speed automatic
  • Fuel economy: AWD - 20 city/27 highway/23 combined, RWD - 20/29/24
  • Towing: 5,000 lbs. (both base and optional engines)
  • Engine upgrade: 3.0L V-6, 10-speed automatic; 400 hp/415 lb.-ft.
  • Fuel economy V-6: AWD- 18/25/21, RWD- 18/25/21

Pros

  • Roomy, newly updated 3-row interior
  • Plenty of power
  • Good towing capability
  • Lots of useful new technology

Cons

  • Higher trim levels aren’t cheap
  • Too many controls moved to the touchscreen
  • Base engine is a bit sluggish and noisy

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