2020 Ford Explorer

The 2020 Explorer makes shopping for a new SUV simple with four trim levels: the XLT, Limited, sporty ST, and luxurious Platinum. The Limited is also available as a hybrid. The Explorer's redesign has left drivers with one of the sharpest-looking SUVs on the market this year. From the bold front fascia with LED headlights flanking an iconic mesh grille, down the chiseled body lines to the confident liftgate, the Explorer is ready to take the streets by storm.

The new Explorer has a two-engine lineup that gives you the power you need. The starting engine for the first three trims is a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that produces 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. The performing ST trim is equipped with a 3.0-liter turbocharged V-6 that packs 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. The hybrid models use a 3.3-liter V-6 to get a combined 318 horsepower. Each engine is matched with a 10-speed automatic transmission.

The new Explorer is designed to give you the confidence you need wherever your adventures take you. Opt for a model equipped with the intelligent four-wheel-drive system to take advantage of the Explorer's 5,600-pound towing capacity. You'll also get the Terrain Management System, which has seven drive modes that prepare your Explorer for any road condition and driving style. But even if you choose the rear-wheel-drive models, you'll be in a good place to take on city streets with ease. For the most exciting driving experience in an Explorer, the ST models are where you need to be. In addition to a stronger engine, you'll also get a fine-tuned suspension system, 20-inch wheels, available upgraded brakes with red calipers, and more to excite your drives.

The three-row Explorer seats seven people comfortably. If you have more gear and groceries than passengers, the Explorer's rear rows fold down to give you up to 87.8 cubic feet of cargo space. The easy-entry second-row seats make accessing the third row a breeze with the push of a button. For the driver, the multi-contoured front seats can be upgraded to massage chairs that keep you comfortable for the long haul. If you want to turn your Explorer into another smart device at your disposal, upgrade your multimedia screen to the 10.1-inch LCD portrait touch screen.

Some of the most sought-after features for the new generation of SUVs are driver-assist technologies. The 2020 Explorer has access to many of Ford's innovative systems that help you stay safe on the road. These include automatic high-beams, Ford's Blind Spot Information System, cross-traffic alert, automatic emergency braking with pre-collision assist, a lane-keep assist, and more. In symphony with conventional safety features, such as an advanced air-bag system, the 2020 Ford Explorer lets you stress less and explore more.