When it comes to off-road versatility and luxury, few SUVs come close to competing with the rugged 2023 Ford Explorer. Along with these qualities, it’s well-known for its pioneering technology, while its many driver-assist features and spacious cabin help to make it perfect for both everyday drives around town and adventurous road trips.
Performance and Strength
All three of this edition’s engines are sure to impress, as even the smallest option, a 2.3-liter 4-cylinder, produces an impressive 300 horsepower. The other two engines are a 400-horsepower 3.0-liter V6 and a fuel-efficient 318-horsepower 3.0-liter hybrid V6 that can get an estimated 28 mpg on highways.
Four-wheel drive is offered as an available option, though there’s also a rugged terrain management system that allows you to select from seven different driving modes, depending on your surroundings. If you need to haul either a trailer or a camper, this SUV also delivers reliable towing strength, with a hefty 5,600-pound rating.
Interior and Technology
Whether you’re traversing rugged trails or taking friends or family on long-distance journeys, the 2023 Explorer’s interior comfortably accommodates, with available features like tri-zone climate control, power-adjustable leather-trimmed seats with a heating setting, a power-operated twin-panel moonroof, and 87.8 cubic feet of available cargo space if you need it.
Along with a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot, the cabin’s tech features are all impressive, like SYNC 3, a cutting-edge infotainment system that provides navigation functions, effortless hands-free calling, entertainment options, and a variety of features that work remotely when pairing it with the FordPass app. There’s also a wireless charging pad, which can charge phones quickly without the need for cables, and a 360-degree camera that provides both ground-level and bird’s-eye views around the vehicle as split-screen images.
Safety and Convenience
Also advanced are the Explorer’s many intuitive safety systems, like the Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), which can let you know if other vehicles are hidden nearby while on highways so you don’t change lanes while they’re present. If a vehicle in front of you slams on its brakes, Pre-Collision Assist will warn you as you’re approaching, and if you don’t quickly respond, there’s Automatic Emergency Braking, which can automatically stop the vehicle when seconds count.
There’s also Adaptive Cruise Control, which not only keeps you moving at a pre-selected speed, but also uses smart Stop-and-Go technology to measure the space between your vehicle and those directly in front of you to always ensure you’re safely distanced from them.
The 2023 Explorer is the perfect blend of adventurous versatility and sophisticated luxury, with available four-wheel drive, muscular engine options, and a first-class cabin. To become better acquainted with this popular SUV, come on down and see it for yourself today at Mt Orab Ford in Mt Orab, OH.
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