2020 EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy Ratings(1) | ||
Engine/Transmission | RWD City/Hwy/Combined mpg | 4WD City/Hwy/Combined mpg |
2.3L EcoBoost I-4/10-speed auto. | 21/28/24 | 20/27/23 |
3.0L EcoBoost V6/10-speed auto. | - | 18/24/20 |
3.3L V6 Hybrid/10-speed auto. | 27/29/28 | 23/26/25 |
Powertrain Availability
| Engine | 2.3L EcoBoost I‑4 | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 | 3.3L V6 Hybrid |
| Horsepower (@ rpm) | 300 @ 5,500(1) | 365 @ 5,500(1) 400 @ 5,500(1) (ST) | 318 @ 6,500 |
| Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) | 310 @ 3,500(1) | 380 @ 3,500(1) 415 @ 3,500(1) (ST) | 322 @ 2,500 |
| Technology | Direct-injection | Direct-injection | PFDI Fuel System |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic | 10-speed automatic modular hybrid parallel design with 3 drive modes | |
| Drivetrain | RWD (standard) or | 4WD | RWD (standard) or |
| Trailer Towing (lbs.) | 2WD/4WD: 5,300 | 4WD: 5,600 | 2WD/4WD: 5,000 |
The Most Powerful Explorer Ever
Explorer ST changes the way we think about SUVs by offering 400‑horsepower excitement. The Ford Performance team designed ST to be the most powerful Explorer in the lineup. The aggressive black-accented appearance, specially tuned 3.0L EcoBoost engine and sport-tuned suspension deliver a performance-infused driving experience that only Explorer ST provides.
Explorer is smart and connected
Standard Ford Co‑Pilot360 Technology and available Ford Co‑Pilot360 Assist+ include confidence-inspiring driver-assist technology. SYNC 3 provides the function and feel of advanced technology with an available 10.1" portrait-style center-stack touchscreen, offering full or split-screen view. FordPass Connect features an embedded Wi‑Fi hotspot that supports up to 10 devices and allows owners to schedule a time to remote-start the vehicle.
Explorer Limited Hybrid
New for 2021 the Explorer Limited Hybrid. This Ford hybrid SUV designed to offer a balance between performance, capability and efficiency. With a 3.3L V6 hybrid powertrain that features a 10‑speed modular hybrid transmission, available Intelligent 4WD and cleverly packaged lithium-ion battery, the Limited Hybrid can do everything an EcoBoost-equipped Explorer does.
Come on in to see why the Ford Explorer has been the #1-selling SUV in the U.S. over the last 30 years!