The legacy of the Ford Explorer has long been held in high regard and the 2025 version continues in that proud tradition. The interior and exterior overhaul make for an improved appearance and experience. Not only does the Explorer look better, but it has new measures to improve your driving experience, like the hands-free BlueCruise highway driving feature and the new Ford Digital Experience.
Multiple drive modes and strong towing capability make this SUV function well beyond what its pretty face might lead you to believe. The engine options available offer power and more power, depending on your needs.
Key Takeaways:
- Interior upgrades for the 2025 Ford Explorer
- The 2025 Ford Explorer makes driving safer with Blue Cruse Driving Assist.
- A new software program debuts this year.
- The new Explorer has power with reasonable fuel economy.
- The Ford Explorer has excellent hauling and towing capabilities.
What are the interior upgrades for the 2025 Ford Explorer?
The interior got an upgrade this year with a redesigned dash panel creating more space. The fabric or optional leather material is a quality feature. This year Ford has introduced new interior standard color palettes to differentiate between trims. The ST comes with the strong look of black with red stitching, while the Platinum has the option of Mojave Dusk or Salt Crystal Gray for an additional cost.
Your trip will also be very enjoyable with the massaging seats feature. Other vehicles may have more room for the third row seat, but children will fit comfortably and the second row moves out of the way to allow easy access. The third seat can also be folded down to give much more cargo room. On the other side of the coin, the new looks for headlights, taillights, and grill improves the sleek exterior look.
What are the safety features in the 2025 Ford Explorer?
The BlueCruise Driving Assist feature is a hands-free highway driving assist now available in the 2025 Ford Explorer. This system will give you a peace of mind that your journeys are safer. You will be alerted to cars beside or behind you with the Blind Spot Information System.
Another safety feature included is the Adaptive Cruise Control which has Stop-and-Go as well as Lane Centering and Lane Departure Warning. Reverse Parking Assist is an optional upgrade. This family friendly vehicle will keep your family safe with a 5-star rating, according to NHTSA.
What new technology is in the 2025 Ford Explorer?
Debuting this year is the Ford Digital Experience, a software program to upgrade your driving experience. The 12.3” digital cluster is a new standard, as well as a 13.2” touchscreen for the infotainment system. This Android based system uses Android Auto or Apple CarPlay for Google Maps or Google Assistant with voice commands.
While in park, the system can also use apps such as YouTube, Zoom, or games with 5G connectivity. This infotainment system has eight USB ports, including two for third row passengers and three 12-volt power sockets. A wi-fi hotspot with AT&T, all passengers will be easily able to entertain themselves on long excursions.
How many miles to the gallon does the 2025 Ford Explorer get?
This Explorer continues to have a great ride as in previous years. The Active, ST-Line, and Platinum all feature a 2.3L turbocharged four cylinder engine with 300 horsepower. The ST and a Platinum option have a 3L turbocharged V6 with 400 horsepower if you crave that extra power.
In the Edmunds test drive the ST went from 0-60 in 5.6 seconds. All trims are rear-wheel drive with available four-wheel drive. The SUV has an 18.6 gallon gas tank and reasonable fuel economy, with the 4L trims getting 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway, using four-wheel drive only lowers this by 1 mpg. The V6 gets 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway, with four-wheel drive only dropping to 24 mpg highway.
What are the 2025 Ford Explorer’s towing capabilities?
So much power gives the Ford Explorer excellent towing capabilities. The towing capacity is 5000 lbs. All models come with the Class III towing package as standard equipment that includes a hitch, a trailer, a wiring harness, and trailer sway control system. Side-wind stabilization is standard on all models, as it blind spot coverage. Whatever you need to haul, this Explorer can handle it.
Get into the 2025 Ford Explorer of your choice.
The trims available for the 2025 Ford Explorer are the Active, ST-Lite, Platinum, and ST. Depending on features and upgrades pricing ranges from starting at $39,755 up to around $58K.
You will want to visit Jarrett Ford of Charlotte County to see what options are available for your sweet, new ride. You and your family are sure to enjoy this easy handling mid-size SUV. Whether you're carpooling the kids to soccer and dance practices around town or pulling a camper up to the mountains for a peaceful nature getaway, if you choose to do it in the 2025 Ford Explorer you’ll have a safe and successful venture.