Thanks to a stunning mid-cycle refresh, the 2025 Ford Explorer has never been more modern or high-tech! With its sporty rear-wheel-drive performance, redesigned cabin, and hands-free driving capabilities, the new Explorer is setting the bar for the midsize crossover SUV segment.
Key Takeaways
- For 2025, the Explorer gets an exciting mid-cycle refresh, with new styling and tech updates.
- With its strongest engine option, the 2025 Explorer delivers a hearty 400 horses and 415 pound-feet of torque!
- The 2025 Explorer introduces a revised trim lineup, with four options: the Active, ST-Line, ST, and Platinum.
- This family-friendly midsize crossover starts at $39,755!
Will the 2025 Ford Explorer be redesigned?
Although the Explorer hasn’t been completely redesigned, this new model has been significantly refreshed! It delivers features we’ve been waiting for, becoming the first Ford model to introduce the all-new Ford Digital Experience infotainment system, with a 13.2-inch touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Plus, all but the base trim model are equipped with the BlueCruise hands-free driving system, which lets your Explorer take the wheel as you coast down pre-mapped divided highways!
And speaking of trim models, the 2024 Explorer offers a revised trim lineup, with four options: the base Active, stylish ST-Line, high-performance ST, and upscale Platinum! Each of these SUVs sport a sleek new exterior design and a redesigned cabin.
How much horsepower does the 2025 Ford Explorer produce?
The most powerful Explorer engine option, Ford’s 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6, generates 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. With all that power at your behest, you’ll enjoy smooth, quick acceleration, strong towing capabilities, and (with available all-wheel drive) off-road adventure. This engine (along with a sport-tuned suspension and all-wheel drive) comes standard in the performance-based Explorer ST trim model! But it’s also available as an option for the luxurious Explorer Platinum.
But even with the base 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine, your Explorer also supplies a strong performance, with an output of 300 horses and 311 pound-feet of torque! Properly equipped, an Explorer with either engine can tow up to 5,000 pounds’ worth of camper or boat trailer. All-wheel drive is optional for all but the performance-based ST trim, which comes standard with this traction-boosting gear.
The 2025 Ford Explorer offers these powertrain options:
- Turbocharged 2.3L four-cylinder engine (300 hp, 311 lb-ft)
- Optional for Platinum, standard for ST: turbo 3.0L V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive
What are the trim levels for the 2025 Ford Explorer?
For 2025, the Explorer introduces a new trim lineup, with four options: the handsomely equipped Active, sporty ST-Line, performance-based ST, and upscale Platinum.
Active
For the best price on a brand new Explorer, start here. The entry-level Active is also handsomely equipped with modern comforts and conveniences, including heated front seats and adaptive cruise control!
- ActiveX seating material
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
- 5G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot
- Ford Digital Experience infotainment system
- 13.2-inch central touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- LED signature lighting
- Universal garage door opener
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ (including adaptive cruise control and lane centering)
- Class III Trailer Tow Package (5,000 lb. max towing)
- Optional Active Comfort Package
ST-Line
This Explorer adds to the Active lineup with sporty ST-Line styling and tech upgrades, including the hands-free BlueCruise driving system!
- 20-inch machined aluminum wheels with painted pockets
- Unique cloth inserts with Red stitching
- BlueCruise hands-free highway driving technology
- 10-speaker B&O sound system, including subwoofer
- Black exterior accents
- Active RWD and Active Comfort Package features
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 with 360-degree camera
- Optional Black-painted roof
- Optional ST-Line Street Package
- Optional Premium Package
ST
The Explorer’s high-performance ST trim delivers maximum power and an exclusive sport-tuned suspension! This SUV is also big on style and luxury, building on the ST-Line features with upgrades that include exclusive Miko premium cloth seating and front-seat massage functions.
- 21-inch Magnetite-painted aluminum wheels
- 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft)
- Sport-tuned suspension
- Red-painted performance front and rear brake calipers
- Miko seating surfaces with Red accent stitching and ST logos
- Heated and ventilated front seats with Active Motion massage
- Third-row PowerFold seat (folds flat)
- 14-speaker B&O premium sound system, including subwoofer
- Wireless smartphone charging pad
- Optional Black-painted roof
Platinum
This Explorer adds to the Active features with many of the same premium upgrades as the ST. However, the Platinum offers more luxury features than any of the lower trims, including second-row heated seats and a twin-panel moonroof!
- Platinum-branded ActiveX-trimmed seats with leather perforated inserts
- Heated and ventilated multi-contour front seats with Active Motion massage
- Second-row heated seats
- BlueCruise hands-free highway driving technology
- 14-speaker B&O premium sound system, including subwoofer
- Wireless smartphone charging pad
- Twin-panel moonroof
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 with 360-degree camera
- Optional Lux Leather Package
- Optional Ultimate Package
When can I get a 2025 Ford Explorer?
You can order your new Ford Explorer today, starting at $39,755. Ford’s best selling midsize crossover SUV is available now! For more information about when you can expect delivery, contact your local Ford dealer!