Fresh off its mid-cycle refresh, the 2025 Ford Explorer has arrived! Ford’s newly updated midsize SUV now sports sleek new styling, an updated interior, and the absolute latest technology.
Key Takeaways
- The 2025 Explorer introduces major updates, including new styling, a redesigned cabin, and cutting-edge technology!
- Inside, this midsize crossover treats you to a cushy ride, with three rows of comfort and available luxury features.
- The entry-level Explorer Active trim comes standard with a 300-horsepower turbocharged engine!
- You can order the newly updated Explorer right now, starting at $39,755.
What’s the difference between the 2024 and 2025 Ford Explorer?
For 2025, the Ford Explorer gets a major refresh! Ford’s best selling midsize SUV introduces a redesigned cabin, bolder exterior styling, and advanced technology. Like the Explorers that came before it, this new model also delivers a familiar blend of comfort, utility, and sporty performance! The new trim model lineup — the handsomely equipped Active, stylish ST-Line, performance-based ST, and top-tier Platinum — offers your choice of luxury upgrades and modern color and material options.
Among the Explorer’s new features, we especially like the all-new Ford Digital Experience infotainment system! It’s standard on every trim model, keeping you connected with a new Google-based navigation system and the wireless versions of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Plus, the ST-Line and up offer Ford’s BlueCruise hands-free highway driving system!
Is the 2025 Ford Explorer a comfortable ride?
Thanks to its updated interior, featuring new soft-touch surfaces and a redesigned dashboard, the Explorer has never been more comfortable! No matter which of the four 2025 Explorer trim models you select, you’ll enjoy a smooth, refined ride and supportive seating in all three rows. Moving up the Explorer lineup means greater interior luxury and a longer list of tech upgrades. Keep reading for highlights from each trim model!
Active
In this handsomely equipped midsize SUV, comfort comes standard!
- ActiveX seating material
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- 13.2-inch central touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
- Ford Digital Experience infotainment
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
- Remote ignition
- LED signature lighting
- Power liftgate
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ with adaptive cruise control and lane centering technology
- Trailer Tow Package (5,000 lbs max towing capability)
- Optional Active Comfort Package
ST-Line
The ST-Line adds to the impressive standard lineup with sporty styling and notable tech upgrades, including the BlueCruise hands-free driving system.
- 20-inch machined aluminum wheels with painted pockets
- Unique cloth seating inserts with Red Stitching
- BlueCruise hands-free highway driving technology
- 10-speaker B&O premium sound system, including subwoofer
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 with 360-degree camera
- Optional Black-painted roof
- Optional ST-Line Street Package
- Optional Premium Package
ST
The high-performance Explorer ST enhances speed and precision! This model is also a luxurious one, with front-seat massage and a premium sound system.
- 21-inch Magnetite-painted aluminum wheels
- Miko seating surfaces with Red accent stitching and ST logos
- Heated and ventilated multi-contour front seats with Active Motion Massage
- 14-speaker B&O premium sound system, including subwoofer
- Wireless smartphone charging pad
- Third-row PowerFold seat (folds flat)
- 400-hp 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine
- Sport-tuned suspension
- Red-painted performance front- and rear-brake calipers
- Optional Black-painted roof
Platinum
In the top-of-the-line Explorer, you’ll enjoy the longest list of luxury comforts!
- Platinum-branded ActiveX-trimmed seats with leather perforated inserts
- Heated and ventilated multi-contour front seats with Active Motion Massage
- Second-row heated seats
- 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 400-hp 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine
- Optional Ultimate Package
- Optional Ultimate Package
Which engine comes in the 2025 Ford Explorer Active?
The Explorer Active — along with the ST-Line and Platinum trim models — comes standard with a strong, swift 300-horsepower EcoBoost engine. And thanks to its rear-wheel-drive setup, this midsize SUV strikes an excellent balance between sporty handling and everyday ride comfort. The entry-level Active trim model also includes the trailer tow package, allowing you to tow a camper or boat trailer weighing up to 5,000 pounds!
Powertrain options for the 2025 Explorer include:
- 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’s the 2025 Ford Explorer MSRP?
The latest version of Ford’s popular three-row midsize SUV starts at $39,755! To see how much your Explorer would cost with any upgrades or features packages, check out the new 2025 Ford Explorer at Lunghamer Ford. You can even order one of these family-friendly crossovers online!