2022 Ford Explorer

The 2022 Explorer lineup includes a base model that's the essential SUV featuring flowing lines and substantial proportions. You'll also notice silver wheels, sporty bodyside cladding, and an athletic lip spoiler. The XLT features a chrome grille with body-colored accents, and the ST-Line gets a black grille flanked by LED headlights. The ST-Line's wheels have a distinctive machined finish. With the Limited, you can take advantage of roof rails, perimeter lamps, and a power-operated liftgate. You'll find sleek black accents on the Timberline that pair nicely with Timberline badges. The ST has body-colored accents, and the King Ranch has multi-spoke wheels featuring trim-exclusive caps. The Platinum turns heads with hand-polished metallic accents.

Under the base model's hood sits a 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine with an output of 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. This engine is also available in the XLT, ST-Line, Limited, and Timberline. The Platinum comes equipped with a 3.3-liter hybrid V-6 generating 318 horsepower and 322 pound-feet of torque. With the King Ranch and ST, you'll enjoy a 3.0-liter gas V-6 capable of producing 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. You can equip the Platinum with this engine to take advantage of a 5,600-pound towing capacity.

Every 2022 Explorer features a 10-speed automatic transmission that improves output and efficiency while delivering seamless gear shifts for swift, smooth acceleration and easy handling. A nimble front-wheel-drive system makes it easy to navigate through traffic and take tight turns. Equipping the 2022 Explorer with Ford's Intelligent AWD system gives the SUV specific modes for traveling on sandy surfaces, snow-covered streets, and wet roads. The system distributes power to all four wheels for optimal traction on-road and off.

The 2022 Explorer is available as a six-seater or seven-seater SUV. Both configurations feature premium seating surfaces and stylish accents, treating you to an inviting atmosphere with plenty of room to relax and enjoy the ride. Upper trim levels add amenities like tri-zone automatic temperature control, multicolor ambient lighting, and front seats with heating and ventilation. Every model provides 87.8 cubic feet of cargo space when you fold the rear seats.

The 2022 Ford Explorer comes equipped with a pre-collision assist that issues audible alerts when it senses an impending collision with a pedestrian or vehicle. The system can apply the brakes if you're unable to react in time. When a vehicle enters your Explorer's blind-spot zones, you'll receive a notification from the blind-spot information system, which also looks out for approaching cars when the Explorer is in reverse. Intelligent adaptive cruise control helps your Explorer maintain a safe following distance while letting you enjoy your desired cruising speed. Other features include auto high-beam headlamps, a rearview camera, and a lane-keeping system.