
Performance
The base engine that comes standard with the new Ford Explorer is a 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-4 that provides 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. This base engine works with a 10-speed automatic transmission and features a choice between rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. This engine can be had with the Base, XLT, ST-Line, Timberline, and Limited trims. The second engine that's available with the Ford Explorer is a 3.3-liter V6 hybrid that makes 318 horsepower and 322 pound-feet of torque. This engine is also available in rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and works with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The hybrid engine is available with Limited and Platinum trims. If more power is needed, then the 2022 Explorer offers up a bold 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine that manages 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. As with the other engines, the twin-turbocharged option works with a 10-speed automatic transmission and offers up rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations. If you're interested in adding in some off-road performance capability or you're looking for an athletic version of the Explorer, then some trim levels can help. The Timberline trim is an off-road-ready version of the Explorer that comes with a host of nifty off-road features. The Timberline makes all-wheel drive standard while also adding in a specialized suspension with increased ride height, all-terrain tires, limited-slip differential, and underbody skid plates. The ST trim takes a sporty stance, coming equipped with a sport suspension, paddle shifters, and a turbocharged 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine.
Interior Features
With seven trim levels, the Ford Explorer ensures plenty of comfort and convenience features for drivers to consider. While other brands provide a rather weak set of standard interior features, the Ford Explorer comes standard with a seriously impressive set of standard interior features. The Base trim of the Explorer comes standard with tri-zone automatic climate control, a power adjustable driver's seat, 50/50 split folding third-row seats, and split folding second-row seats. The XLT trim makes some solid upgrades, adding in a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, and second-row captain's chairs. The ST-Line includes a unique interior design scheme that features black interior trim and simulated leather upholstery with microfiber inserts. The Timberline trim is a farcry cry from just an off-road vehicle. The Timberline trim also comes outfitted with simulated leather upholstery. The Limited trim puts interior comfort and convenience firmly at the forefront by making a long list of interior features standard. The Limited trim includes interior ambient lighting, leather-trimmed seats, a heated steering wheel, heated/ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, and power-folding second-row seats. The ST trim manages sport front seats to match its sleek sporty exterior design. The King Ranch covers all the bases and then some by adding in a variety of high-quality materials and features. The King Ranch comes equipped with wood interior trim, unique leather upholstery, upgraded front seats with massage functionality, and a digital gauge cluster display. The top-level Platinum trim comes with the nicest set of seating materials, which includes extended leather upholstery.