Everything to know about the 2022 Ford Explorer

The 2022 Ford Explorer is a large SUV that can be a competent family hauler and an impressive performance machine, depending on your tastes.

The features you need

The 2022 Ford Explorer is offered in 6 trim levels that offer something for everyone, whether you want the best value, a large dose of luxury, off-roading capabilities, impressive performances or something in between, the Explorer has something for you. The entry level XLT comes standard with the AWD system, the 2.3L EcoBoost engine and the 10-speed transmission, as well as many convenience features such as tri-zone automatic climate control, the push-button start, the 6.5-inch center display and the rear parking sensors. The Subsequent models add elements such as the 3.0L EcoBoost engine, the Active Park Assist 2.0, the 360-degree camera system, the rear sunshades, the 12.3-inch screen, the heated steering wheel and the lane keeping assist, among other luxury features.

Capabilities on and off the road

The 2022 Ford Explorer is also offered in the Timberline and the ST trim levels. The first one is dedicated to off-road driving, with its increased ride height and underbody protection plates, as well as its heavy-duty shock absorbers in the front and in the rear. The outside appearance of the Explorer Timberline is also more rugged to give it a distinctive appearance that shows it is not an ordinary SUV. The ST is the sportiest and best performing Explorer. This version is equipped with the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine which delivers 400 horsepower, enough to allow a top speed of 230 km/h. In order to control all of this power and make the ST more agile and fun to drive in a spirited way, its suspension has been tuned in a specific way that is unique to it in the Explorer lineup. The ST is also equipped with styling elements that reveal its impressive performances from every angles.