Exploring Performance: What’s New in the 2025 Ford Explorer?

Oct 5, 2024

The standout feature of the 2025 Explorer is its family-friendly interior and the practicality of its third-row seating.

The 2025 Ford Explorer is highlighted by its powerful V6 engine and spacious cabin.
Significant technology upgrades for the interior have been added to the 2025 Ford Explorer.
Find the 2025 Ford Explorer for sale at Metro Ford of OKC.

Launched over 30 years ago, the Ford Explorer has played a significant role in shaping the SUV market and continues to be a recognized nameplate today. With its spacious interior, variety of trim options, and an impressive suite of safety features, you’re definitely getting your money’s worth on this three-row crossover vehicle. The competition in the mid-size SUV space is intense, but the 2025 Ford Explorer holds its own as a top choice for those seeking a well-rounded vehicle.

2025 Ford Explorer Overview

The 2025 Ford Explorer is an excellent choice as your next suburban family shuttle. Both powertrains of the 2025 Explorer—a turbocharged four-cylinder and a twin-turbo V-6—are offered and paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The option for rear-wheel or all-wheel drive is available for all four trims of the 2025 Explorer. The standout feature of the 2025 Explorer is its family-friendly interior and the practicality of its third-row seating. The 2025 Explorer is also highlighted by its performance, top speed, and interior technology.

Performance

The base Active, ST-Line, and Platinum trims feature a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine, delivering 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. The ST trim comes with a turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 that produces 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque, which is available as an option on the Platinum trim. A 10-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive come standard, with all-wheel drive offered as an option.

MPG

The most fuel-efficient 2025 Explorer models come with rear-wheel drive and a turbo four engine. These models produce 21 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway; opting for all-wheel drive reduces both figures by 1 mpg. With the twin-turbo V-6, the Explorer achieves up to 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway with rear-wheel drive, and 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway with all-wheel drive.

Top Speed

For those seeking a sportier appearance and enhanced performance, the 2025 Explorer ST is the ideal choice. It features a standard 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 engine that delivers 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque. In testing, the 2025 Explorer ST achieved a 0-60 mph time of just 5.3 seconds. The lead-footed drivers among us will particularly appreciate the ST model, which boasts the powerful 400-hp twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 engine.

Interior Design

The interior of the Ford Explorer has always been one of its standout features, and the 2025 model is no exception. The interior of the 2025 Explorer is highlighted by Ford’s new digital experience software and driver support technologies.

Technology

A 13.2-inch LCD touchscreen infotainment system comes standard. The new Ford Digital Experience software enables drivers to access apps and services from Google and Amazon, as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto through compatible devices. When the vehicle is in park, users can stream videos from YouTube and other platforms, browse the internet, and play games via Google Play. Additionally, there are eight USB ports, including two for third-row passengers, and three 12-volt power outlets.

Safety

The 2025 Explorer includes the Ford Co-Pilot 360 Assist+ suite, which offers a range of active driver support technologies. These features encompass front automatic emergency braking, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and automatic high beams. Additionally, adaptive cruise control and emergency evasive steering assist are available as options.

Price of the 2025 Ford Explorer

The starting price of the 2025 Ford Explorer is $41,350 and goes up to $57,100 depending on the chosen trim and options. All-wheel drive is available as an option across all trims of the Ford Explorer. The highest RWD trim starts at $57,100.

Price of the 2025 Explorer By Trim

See below for the pricing of the trims of the 2025 Ford Explorer.

Trim	RWD	AWD
Active	$41,350	$43,350
ST-Line	$46,110	$49,105
Platinum	$53,250	$55,250
ST	$57,100	$60,795

Ford Warranty

Ford provides limited and powertrain warranties that align with other competitors’ plans. Your options include a limited warranty covering three years or 36,000 miles. Also, a powertrain warranty covering five years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Buy The 2025 Ford Explorer At Metro Ford of OKC

If you’re ready to hit the open road with the 2025 Ford Explorer, begin at Metro Ford of OKC. Our friendly and knowledgeable team is here to help you explore all the 2025 Ford models, including the 2025 Ford Explorer. Our Ford cars for sale includes the Ford Maverick, Ford Escape, Ford Expedition, Ford Bronco, Ford Transit, Ford Explorer, Ford F-150, Ford Mustang, Ford Ranger, and the Ford F-250. Reach out to our Ford dealership to schedule a test drive today. We can’t wait to show you everything our vehicles have to offer!

Contact Metro Ford of OKC

Contact Metro Ford of OKC today to learn more about the 2025 Ford Explorer.

Phone

405-534-4099

Address

2800 West I-44 Service Road , Oklahoma City, OK 73112

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