2025 Ford Explorer in De Kalb, IL
MSRP
$40,050
MPG
20 City
29 Highway
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2025 Ford Explorer: Performance and Luxury in One Package?
At Brad Manning Ford, we know our DeKalb drivers need an SUV that takes them from jobsites to weekend trailblazing and through the worst Illinois weather with equal ease. The 2025 Ford Explorer combines the best of rugged performance, cutting-edge technology, and refined comfort. This full-size SUV handles a wide range of driving environments while satisfying the needs of the spirited driver and family-hauling adventurer with vigor.
Trim Levels (Exterior)?
The 2025 Ford Explorer presents its muscular, commanding demeanor in 4 trims. The Active trim offers a streamlined silhouette, 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlamps and taillamps, and a power liftgate. The more assertive ST-Line shows off aggressive 20-inch machined aluminum wheels and sporty black accents down to its skid plates, body cladding, and sport mesh grille, topped off by unique blackout treatment on the signature LED headlamps and taillamps. The Platinum promises a high-end feel with adaptive headlamps, a twin-panel moonroof, power-folding, heated side mirrors, heated glass surfaces for frosty mornings, and a stunning chrome-and-ebony grille. Brazen and luxurious at once, the ST trim is a visual force in its exclusive Vapor Blue exterior shade with a black roof. Its 21-inch Magnetite-painted wheels with red performance brake calipers enhance capability and presence. With appearance packages and accessories to support your passions, the Explorer is tailored to you. ??
Engine (Power)?
The 2025 Ford Explorer offers powerful engine choices to cater to different performance needs. The standard 2.3L EcoBoost® turbocharged 4-cylinder delivers 300 hp and 310 lbs.-ft. of torque, offering an ideal balance of power and efficiency for daily driving and light towing.? If you seek more muscle, the 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 engine available in the ST and Platinum trims generates a thrilling 400 hp and 415 lbs.-ft. of torque. This engine provides impressive acceleration and exceptional towing capacity, making it a great option for hauling heavier loads. A smooth-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission, with SelectShift® manual capability in the ST, gives precise control and power on demand. ???
Performance?
Performance is where the 2025 Ford Explorer truly shines. Standard rear-wheel drive provides a balanced driving experience, while the Intelligent 4WD option with Terrain Management System™ ensures excellent traction in various road conditions. Driving modes like Deep Snow/Sand, Slippery, and Trail let you handle anything from mud and loose gravel to wet roads and snow drifts.?Sport Mode and the ST trim’s sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters give you the ultimate road connection and intense engagement. The Explorer is built to tow, with a capacity of 5,600 lbs. when equipped with the 3.0L EcoBoost® engine. Whether you’re hauling a trailer, boat, or camper, the Explorer’s powertrain provides the capability needed for tough tasks.?
Interior?
Every inch of the 2025 Explorer’s cabin exudes sophistication without a trace of arrogance. 3 rows welcome up to 7 occupants with space to spare, offering second-row captain’s chairs and a power-folding third row. Available leather-trimmed seating with heating, ventilation, and massage provide sumptuous support. The real highlight of this cabin is the futuristic, but user-friendly 13.2-inch Ford Digital Experience with wireless smartphone connectivity. You can even download Google Play right to your Explorer, enabling real-time traffic, Google Maps, and Voice Assistant. Ford Premium Connectivity goes a step further, giving you access to games, streaming, and meetings while parked. A twin-panel moonroof drenches the cabin in natural light, amplifying an already expansive feel, while tri-zone climate control promises bespoke comfort for everyone. Noise, vibration, and harshness are minimized through refined insulation methods and acoustic-laminated glass, ensuring serenity even when the world outside churns with activity.?With nearly 86 cu. ft. of cargo space, you’ll be eager to pack up and get away.??
Safety Features?
Ford Co-Pilot360™ comes standard, fortifying the Explorer with features like Pre-Collision Assist, Blind Spot Information System, Lane-Keeping System, and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.?Additional safety features like a 360-degree camera, Active Park Assist 2.0, and Reverse Brake Assist help prevent accidents in tight spots and crowded lots. With these advanced technologies, the Explorer provides peace of mind for both daily commutes and longer road trips.?With Post-Collision Braking reducing the risk of secondary impacts in the event of the unexpected, the Explorer covers you from every angle.
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