Ford Explorer 2020 launched, showing its biggest upgrades in a decade

Updated Oct 07, 2020 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

The all-new Ford Explorer 2020 is now more modern, more spacious and more powerful.

Ford has recently launched the all-new Ford Explorer 2020 which now offers roomier space, more power and is armed with new and smart technologies. 

Thanks to a new Terrain Management System featuring 7 easy-to-engage drive mode and intelligent four-wheel drive, the SUV’s off-road capability is also improved.

The vehicle comes standard with some features including FordPass Connect Wi-Fi service for up to 10 devices, 8’’ digital touch screen with SYNC 3, an all-new 10-speed transmission and a power liftgate. 

Ford Explorer 2020 angular front

Ford has recently launched the all-new Explorer 2020 

Speaking of new technologies, the Ford Explorer 2020 now comes with more driver-assist technologies on the top-of-the-line version. Especially, the car is armed with Ford Co-Pilot360 which contains series of driver-assist technologies:

  • Auto headlamps with auto high-beams
  • Lane-Keeping System
  • Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Rearview camera with built-in lens cleaner
  • Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, including Dynamic Brake Support, Forward Collision Warning and Pedestrian Detection
  • Evasive Steering Assist
  • Post-Impact Braking 

Ford Explorer 2020's driver-assist technologies

The Explorer 2020 now comes with more driver-assist technologies on the top-of-the-line version

Inside, the Explorer is offered a 10.1’’ touch screen, navigation maps, along with the updated SYNC 3 system. The more intuitive layout of the standard SYNC 3 gives motorists compatibility with available features like Waze navigation, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. 

Also available in the Ford Explorer 2020 are four USB ports, a 110-volt outlet, three 12-volt outlets, four USB ports and 980-watt, 14-speaker B&O premium audio system. The 12.3’’ all-digital instrument cluster showcases important information of the vehicle such as gas gauge and speedometer.

The car now comes with new E-Z entry second-row seats and available PowerFold third-row seats, offering a flat-floor cargo area opening 87.8 cubic feet of cargo space. Besides, the second seating row also gets a new mechanism helping the entrance and exit to the 3rd row much easier. 

Ford Explorer 2020 seats

The car now comes with new E-Z entry second-row seats and available PowerFold third-row seats

Ford Explorer 2020 dashboard

Ford Explorer 2020 all-digital instrument cluster

The 12.3’’ all-digital instrument cluster showcases important information of the vehicle 

For the top-spec Explorer Platinum, it features door and front console armrests, door rollovers, dashboard, leather-wrapped steering wheel and special leather seats. 

Under the hood, the new Explorer Platinum is powered by a 3.0L turbocharged EcoBoost V6 engine which is capable of cranking out 365 hp and 515 Nm of torque, making it become the strongest Explorer ever. Meanwhile, the base version comes with a 2.3L turbocharged 4-cylinder mill producing 300 hp and 420 Nm of torque. A 3.0L EcoBoost is capable of towing up to 5,600 pounds while a 2.3L EcoBoost can haul up to 5,300 pounds. 

According to the latest car news, the all-new Ford Explorer 2020 is built at Chicago Assembly Plant.

Ford Explorer 2020's towing capability

A 3.0L EcoBoost is capable of towing up to 5,600 pounds while a 2.3L EcoBoost can haul up to 5,300 pounds

Ford Explorer 2020 angular rear

The all-new Explorer 2020 is built at Chicago Assembly Plant

Know more about Ford Explorer 2024

Ford Explorer

Currently in its sixth generation, the Ford Explorer 2023 is a five-door midsize crossover SUV. It was introduced globally in 2019, and then Ford Philippines launched it for the local market in December 2021 for the 2023 model year. In the local market, the Explorer's sole variant is the Limited 2.3 EcoBoost 4WD AT, which comes with a Php 3,498,000 price tag.

Under the hood of the Ford Explorer is a 2.3-liter inline-4 turbocharged gasoline engine that's capable of making up to 300hp and 420Nm of torque. The said engine is then linked to a 10-speed automatic gearbox which sends power to all four wheels.

Size-wise, the all-new Explorer is 5,049mm long, 2,268mm wide, and 1,783mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 3,025mm, and a ground clearance of 208mm. 

In the Philippines, the Ford Explorer rivals the likes of the Mazda CX-9, Hyundai Santa Fe, and the Kia Sorento. 

₱ 3,498,000

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