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

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 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

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.

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

Ford Explorer 2020 dashboard

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.

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

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

Know more about Ford Explorer 2024

Ford Explorer 2024

Currently in its sixth generation, the Ford Explorer 2024 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 2024 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.

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Ford Explorer Launch

Ford globally introduced the Ford Explorer in the 1990s as the brand’s very first four-door full-size sports utility vehicle. Since then, it maintained its place as one of the best-selling Ford models in its parent country – the United States of America.

The current Explorer is the sixth-generation model, which was introduced globally back in 2019 at the North American International Auto Show.

In 2021, Ford Philippines brought in the all-new Explorer for the 2024 model year. For the local market, the said model only has one variant: the Limited 2.3 EcoBoost 4WD AT.

Ford Explorer Exterior

The exterior features of the Explorer 2024 include LED headlamps, LED taillights, LED front fog lamps, a twin-panel moonroof, a rear spoiler, roof rails, body-color door handles with chrome inserts, silver-painted faux skid plates, as well as a silver-colored mesh grille decorated with chrome bars.

Ford Explorer Interior

Inside, the new Explorer Philippines comes standard with three rows. The second row gets an armrest, the third row has a 50:50 split folding function, and the front row seats have ventilation. The said seats are then clad in Leather with micro-perforations for breathability, as well as accent stitching.

Furthermore, the Explorer's interior is also equipped with a triple-zone automatic climate control system, ambient lighting, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, power-folding and power-adjustable side mirrors, a push-to-start button, 10 cupholders, rain-sensing wipers, a hands-free foot-activated tailgate, a 12-volt accessory outlet, and plenty of tie-down points and hooks for the trunk.

Technology & Safety Features

To entertain its occupants, the 2024 Ford Explorer is kitted out with an SYNC3 eight-inch touchscreen headunit. This unit also has plenty of connectivity options including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, USB ports, and Bluetooth. The said screen is then connected to a 12-piece Band and Olufsen sound system.

For the driver, the Explorer also provides a 6.5-inch LCD screen. It also gets a wireless smartphone charger.

Safety-wise, the Explorer gets seven airbags, stability control, anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, hill-start assist, hill descent control, the SecuriCode keyless entry keypad, a post-crash alert system, LATCH child-seat anchors, a car alarm, tire pressure monitoring, among others.

Also assisting the driver of the all-new 2024 Ford Explorer is the latest version of the Ford Co-Pilot 360 Assist. This includes technologies like reverse braking assist, autonomous emergency braking, pedestrian detection, pre-collision warning, evasive steering assist, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control with stop and go function, lane centering, automatic high-beams, auto on/off for the LED headlamps, front and rear sensors, among others.

Lastly, the Explorer also comes with a 360-degree view camera.

Platform & Chassis

Ford Explorer 2024 is a five-door crossover that can comfortably accommodate seven occupants. It comes with a length of 5,049mm. It is also 2,268mm wide, and 1,783mm in height. Its wheelbase length then measures 3,025mm long, and it has a ground clearance of 208mm.

Suspension-wise, the all-new Explorer uses a Macpherson strut for the front and an independent integral link suspension for the rear. Braking is then handled by disc brakes for all wheels. It also uses an electronic parking brake with an auto-hold function.

Of note, the all-new Explorer, like its predecessor, is a unibody crossover SUV with a transverse-mounted engine.

Engine & Drivetrain

For the Philippine market, Ford offers the 2024 Explorer with one engine option: a turbocharged 2.3-liter inline-4 gasoline mill capable of making up to 300 horsepower and 420Nm of torque. The said engine is paired with a 10-speed automatic gearbox, which then sends power to all four wheels.

The new Explorer's 4WD system comes with a terrain management system with specific modes. This includes a mode for towing, trail, slippery terrain, deep sand, Eco, Normal, and Sport.

Ford Philippines offers the 2024 Ford Explorer in eight color options. There are Agate Black, Carbonized Gray, Iconic Silver, Star White, Oxford White, Rapid Red, Stone Gray, and Atlas Blue.

In comparison to its competitors, the all-new 2024 Ford Explorer offers the most in terms of engine output. Then again, foreign reviews have said that its engine is not that thrifty when it comes to fuel. As said though, this Ford crossover SUV is more than capable of running circles around its competitors. Well, at least on paper. Apart from that, it also has enough features to compete even against the top-spec Mazda CX-9. Furthermore, it might also be the largest vehicle in its class. This means more in the way of cargo room and passenger room.