Inside the 2023 Ford Explorer Platinum, there’s certainly no shortage of style and comfort. As the most luxurious version of the Explorer, these midsize crossovers are also loaded with modern tech and safety features. With the Platinum’s standard hybrid V6, you can combine sporty capabilities with everyday fuel economy.
Key Takeaways
- Choose this high-end three-row crossover because you want to enjoy premium style, tech upgrades, and thrilling speed.
- The Explorer Platinum, a very luxurious trim model, delivers everything from diamond-perforated leather seating to remote ignition technology!
- With up to 400 horsepower, this three-row crossover will impress you with its smooth, sure acceleration.
- These upscale Explorer models are available now!
Why choose the 2023 Ford Explorer Platinum?
As the most luxurious version of this three-row midsize crossover, the Explorer Platinum trim model is perfect for families who want to put a flashy spin on a sporty drive. The Platinum is nearly fully loaded with upscale creature comforts and driver-friendly tech features. This crossover also includes bonuses, like a premium sound system and remote engine start technology!
Like other Explorer trim models, the Platinum comes standard with rear-wheel drive, delivering a sporty, fun-loving performance. All-wheel drive is available if you wish to travel off-road. And the Platinum comes standard with the powerful yet thrifty hybrid V6! However, if you crave more speed, a twin-turbo V6 engine is also available.
Which luxury features are included with the 2023 Ford Explorer Platinum?
As the Explorer’s most exclusive trim model, the Platinum is loaded with luxury goodies, from its exclusive perforated leather seating to its 12-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium sound system. This three-row midsize crossover keeps you extra comfortable, with standard heated and ventilated front seats, second-row heated seats, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Even the front center console is trimmed in leather! But the Platinum is also big on driver-friendly technology, from its remote ignition system to its blind-spot monitoring safety system.
Highlights from the 2023 Explorer Platinum’s standard lineup include:
- Leather seating with tri-diamond perforated inserts
- Power-adjustable, heated and ventilated front seats
- Second-row heated seats
- PowerFold third-row seat
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
- Leather-covered front-seat center console
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
- Rear auxiliary climate control
- Wireless smartphone charging pad
- 12-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system
- SYNC 3 with 8-inch touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Voice-activated navigation
- Multi-color ambient interior lighting
- Remote ignition
- 360-degree camera with split-view display
- Ford Co-Pilot360 suite of safety aids (including blind-spot monitoring and forward collision mitigation)
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ suite of safety aids (including adaptive cruise control and evasive steering assist)
- Adaptive headlamps with LED Signature Lighting
- LED fog lamps and taillamps
- Body-color and satin aluminum trim
- Satin aluminum grille
- Dual chrome exhaust tips
- Power liftgate
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Roof rack side rails
The Explorer Platinum is also available with a range of options that can make your daily drive even more luxurious, including:
- Active Park Assist 2.0
- Twin-panel moonroof
- SYNC 3 with 10.1-inch touchscreen
- Premium Technology package (with multicontour front seats with Active Motion massage, 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen, 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system)
- Quad chrome exhaust tips
- Twin-panel moonroof
How powerful is the 2023 Ford Explorer Platinum?
These high-end Explorer trim models are available with one of two engines, the strongest of which delivers 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque! This optional twin-turbo V6 helps the Platinum achieve its top speeds.
If you want to maximize fuel economy, however, stick with the Platinum’s standard hybrid V6. It helps this Explorer trim model achieve EPA ratings of 26 mpg combined (25 city/26 highway).
The 2023 Explorer Platinum powertrain specs include:
- Standard 3.3L V6 hybrid (318 hp, 322 lb-ft)
- Optional 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive
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What’s the wait on a 2023 Ford Explorer Platinum?
While a new Ford generally takes between eight to 12 weeks to complete its journey through the assembly line, custom orders may be expedited. Some special-order vehicles have been delivered in as little as three weeks! If you’re in a hurry, though, you can check out our current Explorer Platinum inventory!