

For fans of the ST, it's now easier to attain thanks to an Enthusiast ST specification which cuts back the level of standard equipment on the ST and cuts the price accordingly. Two new Explorer trims have also been introduced in the form of the Timberline - a more off-road-oriented model - and King Ranch - which caters to more luxury. Heated front seats are standard on the XLT now, and a cargo organizer is optional on base, XLT, Limited and ST models. On the exterior side of things, the XLT trim is now available with a Sport Appearance Package which adds 20-inch alloy wheels, a mesh grille with gray accents, chrome dual-exhaust exits, a light slate interior, and faux skid plates, amongst others. In a segment as jam-packed as this one, it's tougher than ever to be the best.įord has made a wide variety of small tweaks to the 2021 Explorer SUV based on demand from its first year on sale. The Explorer provides an abundance of seating and storage space, along with a contemporary infotainment interface, but is let down by cheap materials, high pricing on the most desirable configurations, and a drive that leaves something to be desired. An all-electric variant will join the lineup eventually, but for now, a turbocharged four-cylinder developing 300 horsepower, a turbocharged V6 with up to 400 hp, and a hybrid V6 with 318 hp are the only available powertrains paired to either rear- or four-wheel drivetrains.
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For Ford, its three-row SUV is riding high on the back of a full redesign for the 2020 model year, which came at the right time to see the Blue Oval tackle fresh competition like the Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade, as well as old foes like the Toyota Highlander and Honda Pilot.

Compact crossovers might be the bread and butter of most manufacturers' SUV offerings, but it's midsize models like the Ford Explorer that set the tone for brands, showcasing what they can create with a healthier development budget and larger dimensions.
