While most three-row mid-size SUVs are practical and reliable as family haulers, they rarely offer much in the way of excitement, unless you're talking about the 2025 Ford Explorer. Its rugged, muscular frame is pleasing to the eye and does little to hide the Explorer's thrill-inducing intentions, while its turbocharged engines and suite of high-performance features deliver explosive performance both on- and off-road. Meanwhile, a spacious, luxuriously appointed cabin ensures every ride is as comfortable as it is thrilling. more The Adventure-Ready Features of the 2025 Ford Explorer Potent Engines The Explorer comes with two high-powered engine options to meet varying levels of thrill tolerance. Those who prefer a "tamer" experience get a responsive 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-four that unleashes a whopping 300 HP and 310 pound-feet of torque, hurtling this three-row SUV from 0 to 60 mph in just 6 seconds! Additionally, it can tow up to 5,000 pounds while getting a remarkable 28 MPG on the highway, giving you the perfect blend of power and efficiency. Those who wish to handle all the Ford Explorer has to give are treated to a lively 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 that delivers a staggering 400 HP and 415 pound-feet of torque with a raspy roar. This gives the Explorer ST blinding speed, reaching 60 mph in just 5 seconds, allowing you to easily outrun just about every other vehicle on the road. More impressively, it remains superbly efficient despite its tremendous output, achieving up to 26 MPG on the highway. Hair-Raising Performance The Ford Explorer challenges the notion that all three-row SUVs are cumbersome and unwieldy with its agile reflexes and responsive handling, thanks to several high-performance features and ingenious design elements. Rear-wheel drive is by design to ensure near-perfect weight distribution between the axles, giving the Explorer the exceptional balance and stability it needs to remain composed during high-speed turns and maneuvers. Pirelli Scorpion Zero high-performance all-season tires provide a tenacious grip, boosting traction even further for optimal control. Meanwhile, the buttery-smooth 10-speed automatic transmission delivers power with effortless grace, making you feel in sync with the machine, while the precise and tactile rack-and-pinion steering system makes you feel one with the road, resulting in a razor-sharp, highly engaging driving experience. When you go off the beaten path, the available Intelligent four-wheel-drive system, a terrain management system, and nearly 8 inches of ground clearance allow you to handle challenging terrain with ease. Spacious and Luxurious Cabin With up to 155 cubic feet of passenger room and up to 85 cubic feet of cargo volume, the Explorer's cavernous interior accommodates up to seven people and their luggage comfortably. To ensure a premium riding experience, it comes with all sorts of available high-end niceties such as heated and ventilated massaging front seats, heated second-row captain's chairs, a heated steering wheel, three-zone automatic climate control, soft-touch leather upholstery, a 12-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, and more! Looking to experience the rugged yet sophisticated Ford Explorer during a test drive? Contact us today at Franklin Ford in Franklin, MA to set up your exclusive test-driving experience!
