Few SUVs offer powerful engine performance and a spacious seven-seater cabin without sacrificing fuel efficiency, yet the 2023 Ford Explorer effortlessly does so while also providing comfort and peace of mind with its many luxury seating options and cutting-edge driver-assist features.
An Overview of the 2023 Ford Explorer
Engines and Versatility
Among the 2023 Explorer’s many performance options are three powerful engines: a 2.3-liter 4-cylinder that delivers 300 horsepower, a 318-horsepower 3.3-liter hybrid V6, and a 3.0-liter V6 with 400 horses. While all three engines are impressive, the hybrid V6 offers the best fuel efficiency, getting up to 28 MPG on highways. If you plan to tow loaded trailers behind this SUV on recreational outings, you’ll have no problems thanks to the 5,600-pound maximum towing capacity.
Along with the available Intelligent 4WD system, which instantly adapts the vehicle to rugged surroundings, there’s also the seven-mode Terrain Management System, allowing you to select between different driving modes at will. When traversing downhill, the Hill Descent Control feature acts like a cruise control by maintaining a pre-selected speed while also using brake pressure to prevent wheel slippage.
Interior and Technology
Inside the Explorer’s cabin, you’ll find a peaceful environment thanks to the Active Noise Cancellation feature, which is complemented by the calming multicolor ambient lighting system. The tri-zone climate control gives you and your passengers separate temperature zones based on your preferences, while the diamond-perforated leather-trimmed seats offer a heating setting for both rows.
You’ll also find a wide array of cutting-edge technology throughout the cabin, including the SYNC 3 infotainment system, which combines a 10.1-inch touchscreen with navigation assistance and plenty of entertainment options. This system pairs with the premium 14-speaker audio system, and the in-cabin Wi-Fi hotspot lets you access the internet from virtually anywhere.
Safety-Monitoring Systems
A suite of advanced sensor-based safety features are also integrated throughout this SUV, including Pre-Collision Assist and Automatic Emergency Braking, with the first system warning of potential collisions and the second one jumping in to automatically stop the vehicle when possible if an impact is otherwise imminent.
If you’re approaching another vehicle at night, the Auto High-Beam Headlamps switch from high to low beams until the coast is clear. Then there’s the Lane-Keeping System, which uses cameras to make sure you’re staying in between lane markers on the road, and if you happen to stray out of your lane unintentionally, this system can help you get back to where you belong by applying automatic steering torque.
The 2023 Explorer’s fuel-efficient performance, off-road capabilities, and sophisticated luxuries set a new standard for other SUVs to follow. Come see everything else that separates it from the competition by contacting us today at Kory Hooks Ford to take it for a test drive.
