- SYNC w/MyFord -inc: voice-activated communications and entertainment system w/911 Assist, Vehicle Health Report (VHR), traffic, directions and information services, 4.2 multi-function display, AppLink, Note: SYNC services available for a $60 annual subscription fee
- Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock and Speed Compensated Volume Control
- 2 LCD Monitors In The Front
- Integrated Roof Antenna
- Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity
- Perimeter/Approach Lights
- Front Windshield -inc: Sun Visor Strip
- Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
- Chrome Bodyside Insert, Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
- Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
- Steel Spare Wheel
- Chrome Door Handles
- Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
- Fully Automatic Projector Beam Halogen Headlamps w/Delay-Off
- Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
- Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
- Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
- Clearcoat Paint
- Lip Spoiler
- Front Fog Lamps
- Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
- Silver Grille
- Tires: P245/60R18 AS BSW
- Roof Rack Rails Only
- Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Convex Spotter, Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
- Speed Sensitive Variable Intermittent Wipers
- Deep Tinted Glass
- LED Brakelights
- Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
- Wheels: 18 Painted Aluminum
- Compass
- Seats w/Premium Cloth Back Material
- Front Cupholder
- Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel
- Trip Computer
- Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
- Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
- Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination
- Carpet Floor Trim
- Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
- Front And Rear Map Lights
- Systems Monitor
- Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Full Overhead Console w/Storage and 4 12V DC Power Outlets
- Rear Cupholder
- Fixed 50-50 Split-Bench Premium Cloth 3rd Row Seat Front, Manual Fold Into Floor and 2 Fixed Head Restraints
- Cargo Space Lights
- Driver Foot Rest
- Full Cloth Headliner
- Keypad
- 60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Tumble Forward Premium Cloth Rear Seat
- Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
- Cloth Door Trim Insert
- HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Auxiliary Rear Heater and Headliner/Pillar Ducts
- Day-Night Rearview Mirror
- Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
- Air Filtration
- Illuminated Locking Glove Box
- Outside Temp Gauge
- Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
- Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
- Front Center Armrest
- Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
- 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
- Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
- Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Fixed Rear Head Restraints
- Manual Air Conditioning
- Leather/Chrome Gear Shift Knob
- Delayed Accessory Power
- Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert, Chrome And Metal-Look Interior Accents
- Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
- Securilock Anti-Theft Ignition (pats) Engine Immobilizer
- 4 12V DC Power Outlets
- Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
- Unique Cloth Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way power front seats w/manual lumbar and recline,
- Analog Display
- Perimeter Alarm
- 58-Amp/Hr 650CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection
- Towing w/Trailer Sway Control
- Front-Wheel Drive
- 3.39 Axle Ratio
- Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
- Engine: 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 (FFV) -inc: Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) system is standard equipment for vehicles w/the 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 engine shipped to Federal Emissions States or Cross Border State dealers and is only available w/a Federal emissions system, (FFV system not available w/code 422 and requires code 936 or 423 if applicable for California Emissions State dealer destinations).Cross border states include AZ, DC, ID, NH, NV, OH, VA, WV Not standard equipment in CA Emissions States.
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control
- Transmission: 6-Speed SelectShift Automatic
- GVWR: 6,160 lbs
- Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
- 18.6 Gal. Fuel Tank
- Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher
- Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
- 200 Amp Alternator
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Passenger Knee Airbag
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
- Low Tire Pressure Warning
- Safety Canopy System Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
- Airbag Occupancy Sensor
- Mykey System -inc: Top Speed Limiter, Audio Volume Limiter, Early Low Fuel Warning, Programmable Sound Chimes and Beltminder w/Audio Mute
- Rear Child Safety Locks
- Advancetrac w/Roll Stability Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)
- Side Impact Beams
- Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
- ABS And Driveline Traction Control
The Explorer is offered in base, XLT and Limited models, but no matter the model, it comes with three well-designed rows of seating and room for up to seven (the second row comes with two bucket seats for adults). While the third row is kid-sized, it's easier to fold than those on just about any other model--thanks to the simple, single-button power-folding system. Parents will also note that LATCH fasteners for child seats are included in the second-row outboard positions. Both the second and third rows flip forward, there's a cavernous 81 cubic feet of cargo space.
With the EcoBoost 4-cylinder engine, fuel economy is one of the best in this class: 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway. There is one caveat for the EcoBoost engine--it's only available with front-wheel drive, so any shoppers looking for the all-weather security of 4-wheel drive will need to step up to the V6. The larger engine performs admirably however, with EPA ratings of 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway.
The 4-wheel drive system in the Explorer is designed with the urban driving done by most Explorer owners in mind, and it includes a Terrain Management system that cleverly recalibrates the system for snow, sand or mud when needed. With 4-wheel drive, there's also Hill Descent Control, to help maintain composure on steep, slippery slopes.
Standard equipment on the Explorer is more extensive than what's found in most mainstream-brand vehicles. Cruise control, a media hub system, four 12-volt powerpoints, capless fuel-filling and the MyKey control/monitoring feature are all standard on the base model, while optional or standard models on the upper XLT or Limited trims include dual-zone climate control; remote start; power-folding, heated side-view mirrors; reverse sensing; ambient lighting, adjustable pedals, a rearview camera system, push-button start and a 110-volt AC outlet.
MyFord Touch, a touch-screen-based interface that combines a host of vehicle, information and entertainment functions in an interface that appears a bit like that of iPads or other tablet computers. The system works together with Ford's Sync interface to interact seamlessly--and with voice commands--with media players, smartphones and music on USB sticks.
All Explorers include both Roll Stability Control and Curve Control sophisticated stability control systems. Safety Canopy side-curtain airbags also cover all three rows and an SOS Post-Crash System helps alert authorities if the airbags deploy. Safety-related tech features on the Explorer include adaptive cruise control with a collision warning system that includes brake support as well as a Blind Spot Information System with cross-traffic alert.
The Ford Explorer is essentially unchanged for 2015. The Limited trim will offer optional adaptive cruise control and second-row heated seats.
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