New 2020 Ford Explorer

Performance

The base engine that comes with the 2020 Ford Explorer is a 2.3-liter inline-4 engine that provides drivers with 300 horsepower and 310 foot-pounds of torque. Paired the 2.3-liter engine is a 10-speed automatic transmission. While the standard configuration of the 2020 Ford Explorer comes with rear-wheel drive, drivers can upgrade to available four-wheel drive to adapt to road conditions on the go. Additional performance features include hill descent control, trailer sway control, and a terrain management system.

Engine options

• 2.3-liter inline-4 engine: 300 horsepower/ 310 foot-pounds of torque
• 3.0-liter EcoBoost engine: 365 horsepower/ 380 foot-pounds of torque
• 3.0-liter V6 engine: 400 horsepower/ 415 foot-pounds of torque

Tech

The base XLT trim of the 2020 Explorer features a robust set of standard tech features. Drivers can look forward to a standard 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, FordPass connect, a six-speaker audio system, and a dual second-row smart charging USB ports. If drivers jump to the top of the line Platinum trim, the 2020 Explorer adds in a 12-speaker/980-watt audio system. Drivers can opt for a 14-sepaker B& O audio system on the ST and Platinum trims, as well.