What Is the 2022 Ford Explorer? The Ford Explorer is a three-row SUV with room for six or seven people, depending on the seating configuration, and is available with rear- or four-wheel drive. The base engine is a 300-horsepower, turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder, and an available turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 makes 365 or 400 hp. Both engines work with a 10-speed automatic transmission. A hybrid drivetrain rated at 318 total hp is also available. Competitors include the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander and Kia Telluride.
What’s New on the 2022 Ford Explorer? A new ST-Line trim level features design cues from the performance-oriented ST model, but it’s powered by the Explorer’s base four-cylinder engine rather than the V-6. ST-Line features include 20-inch aluminum wheels, quad exhaust tips, a sport steering wheel, red accent stitching, ST-Line scuff plates and a Bang & Olufsen stereo. The ST trim is now available with rear-wheel drive in addition to four-wheel drive.
What Features in the 2022 Ford Explorer Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
18-inch aluminum wheels
Power liftgate
Tri-zone automatic air conditioning
8-inch touchscreen multimedia system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required after free trial)
Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability
Lane-centering steering assist
Front parking sensors
Should I Buy the 2022 Ford Explorer? The Explorer offers a wide range of trim levels to appeal to different buyers; we like the performance its gas engines offer. Its standard touchscreen multimedia system is intuitive, and the cabin has good storage space. Seat comfort, however, isn’t great, and the third row is small.
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