2023 Ford Explorer Hybrid

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Like the regular Explorer, the hybrid-powered Ford Explorer offers great handling, good looks and snappy acceleration. It's available in rear- or all-wheel drive, which is unusual but appreciated. But it also shares regular Explorer weaknesses such as average rear passenger and cargo space and lackluster interior materials. The hybrid powertrain isn't always smooth, and Ford's Limited or Platinum trim-only strategy makes the Explorer hybrid expensive.

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byChristian Wardlaw^{Correspondent
Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at Edmunds and was the first editor-in-chief of Edmunds.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.}

Pros

Strong engines for quick acceleration
Rear-wheel-drive platform improves handling and towing
Impressive collection of safety features
Roomy cargo area

Cons

Hybrid is modestly more fuel-efficient and unavailable for most trims
The price can get frighteningly expensive in a hurry
Adults may find the third-row seat to be uncomfortable

What's new

Revised availability of standard and optional equipment
Part of the sixth Explorer generation introduced for 2020

Overview

The Ford Explorer is one of the longest-running SUVs on the road. It debuted more than 30 years ago and kick-started an American love affair with sport-utility vehicles that persists to this day. Our editors have praised the current-generation Explorer for its powerful engines, generous cargo space and standard safety features. However, its subpar interior materials don't often match up to its price tag, which can get into luxury SUV territory on higher trim levels.

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While we find aspects of the Explorer appealing, the crop of midsize SUVs has grown significantly since the SUV debuted, and it is no longer the class leader it once was. The Kia Telluride and its corporate cousin, the Hyundai Palisade, have taken the top spots for our recommendations in recent years. Both are more comfortable and feel more premium inside than the Explorer, and each gets a refresh for the 2023 model year. A redesigned 2023 Honda Pilot is rolling out, too, and the lineup includes a new TrailSport version that offers improved off-roading capability.

Rumor had it the 2023 Explorer would get updates, too, but for now the SUV carries on without major changes. When Ford bestows a freshening upon its family hauler, probably for the 2024 model year, the company will likely update the Explorer's styling, interior design and materials, and technology. Look for Ford's next-generation Sync infotainment systems and BlueCruise hands-free highway driving assist system at that time.

In the meantime, if you can't wait for the 2024 Explorer, check out what our test team has to say about the current model in our Expert Rating below.

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Performance

8.0/10

How does the Explorer Hybrid drive? The Explorer with the hybrid powertrain feels eager and balanced. Much of this goodness stems from a chassis that combines the dynamic benefits of a rear-wheel-drive foundation, an advanced four-wheel independent suspension, and lightweight unit-body construction. Its all-wheel-drive system can deliver power continuously in challenging conditions, something that can't be said of other AWD hybrids.

The engine holds up its end of the bargain when it comes to power, and it is a smooth highway cruiser. The trouble is that this hybrid powertrain doesn't feel as well sorted as it should. Acceleration isn't as smooth or predictable as it is in other hybrids, such as the Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Clumsy is too strong a word, but the Explorer's system could certainly use more polish.

Comfort

6.5/10

How comfortable is the Explorer Hybrid? The Explorer's front seats are nicely shaped and comfortable. But we don't recommend the optional massaging ones — the mechanism behind the massaging can make the seats feel lumpy when it's turned off. Seat comfort gets progressively less cushiony as you move back to the second and third rows. Our Explorer Limited test vehicle rode smoothly most of the time, but smaller road imperfections were a little more noticeable than in some other SUVs.

Operating the automatic climate control system can require more manual adjustments than expected; the air vents won't pump out as much air as you want when you lower the temperature, for instance. Another drawback is that the Explorer isn't as quiet as it should be. The hybrid system emits more clunks, clicks and whirs than it should, and you can hear gusty wind noises at even moderate highway speeds.

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Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? The front seat space is abundant and the driving position is nicely adjustable. It's also generally easy to see out thanks to the adequate glass area and good-size mirrors. But middle-row knee room and legroom aren't up to the standard set by others in the class, and the third row is unlikely to impress adults who are taller than average. Getting into the back can be clumsy in tight quarters if the doors can't be opened past the first detent because space is tight between the large door map pockets and the prominent rear wheel arches.

Technology

8.0/10

How’s the tech? The Explorer comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen, the Sync infotainment system, and support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone compatibility. The Explorer is well equipped with driving safety aids. All Explorers come standard with automated emergency braking, lane keeping assistance, cross-traffic and blind-spot warning alerts, and automatic high beams, and additional features are either optional or standard depending on the trim. These systems work well. However, the alerts sound overly similar, and the lane centering system may falsely accuse you of taking your hands off the wheel.

Storage

8.0/10

How’s the storage? The Explorer with the hybrid powertrain has as generous amount of cargo space with its rear seats folded down. It's a bit tighter than some other SUVs with the third-row seats up, but you can still fit three, maybe four, rollerboard suitcases back there. There's a good amount of small-item storage up front for your odds and ends, and child seats are easy to install in the middle row.

The Explorer is especially well suited to towing, and its maximum tow rating is quite good for a hybrid SUV. The optional trailer tow package comes with just about everything you'll need, including an easily accessed receiver hitch, four- and seven-pin wiring, full support for an add-on electric trailer brake controller, a tow/haul transmission mode, and an enhanced blind-spot monitoring system that covers the length of the trailer.

Fuel Economy

6.0/10

How economical is the Explorer Hybrid? The all-wheel-drive version of the hybrid gets an EPA-estimated 25 mpg combined, which is only 2 mpg higher than a regular Explorer Limited with the base turbocharged engine. Or consider a Toyota Highlander Hybrid, which gets 35 mpg combined. Our test vehicle fell slightly short of the EPA estimate with an average of 23.3 mpg over 610 miles of mixed driving.

Value

6.0/10

Is the Explorer Hybrid a good value? There's not much of a rational reason to buy an Explorer with the hybrid powertrain. Available only in the Limited trim, it costs a lot more than it should. What's more, the build quality and interior materials don't live up to what you should expect for the price. This hybrid doesn't deliver anything like a sizable fuel economy benefit either, especially if you purchase the all-wheel-drive model.

Wildcard

7.5/10

Looks like the Explorer you already know, only better. As a hybrid, it's a particularly stealthy choice because it absolutely looks no different from any other Explorer. That's a good thing because the Explorer has a strong stance and sleek proportions that suggest motion.

For the most part, this is no hollow promise because the driving experience exceeds that of any previous Explorer. It's quick, it has poise and balance, and it likes to be hustled through corners. This is the one to get if your daily drive includes mountain roads or interesting corners. The hybrid isn't quite as refined as its non-hybrid brethren when driven around town, but it still satisfies beyond city limits.

Which Explorer does Edmunds recommend?

There are many appealing Explorers available, but we think the XLT is your best bet for all-around value and customization. You can stick with the standard package of equipment, or you can upgrade the SUV's appearance, convenience features, and safety tech as your budget allows.

Ford Explorer models

The Ford Explorer is available in multiple trim levels. Expect to find a Base model plus Explorers with XLT, ST-Line, Timberline, Limited, ST, King Ranch and Platinum trim designations. Lower-priced Explorers have a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine (300 horsepower, 310 lb-ft of torque), while higher-priced models include a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine (400 hp, 415 lb-ft). A 318-hp hybrid drivetrain employing a 3.3-liter V6 is available on selected Explorers. All versions of the SUV use a 10-speed automatic transmission, and most offer standard rear-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is an option across the board, except for the Timberline, which has it as standard equipment. Feature highlights include:

Base
The most affordable Explorer starts you off with:

18-inch alloy wheels
LED headlights
Power liftgate
Triple-zone automatic climate control
Cloth seats
Power-adjustable driver's seat
35/30/35-split folding second-row bench seat
50/50-split folding third-row seats
8-inch touchscreen infotainment system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
FordPass Connect services including remote engine start and Wi-Fi access
Satellite radio
Six-speaker sound system

Ford also equips every Explorer with these safety features:

Automatic high-beam headlights
Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)
Trailer sway damping (adjusts vehicle brakes to help control trailer movement if a trailer begins to sway)

XLT
The XLT trim adds the following features:

Heated exterior mirrors
Roof rails
Keyless access with push-button engine start
Upgraded interior trim
Power-adjustable front passenger seat
Heated front seats
Second-row captain's chairs (reduces seating capacity from seven to six people)
Second-row USB ports

Choosing the XLT is your ticket to a wider variety of options. A popular one is the XLT Sport Appearance package:

20-inch Carbonized Gray wheels
Carbonized Gray exterior trim
Black side mirror caps
Exclusive interior trim

An XLT Technology package is also available, equipping the Explorer with:

Power-folding exterior mirrors
Auto-dimming interior mirror
Wireless smartphone charger
12-speaker premium sound system
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Explorer and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Trailer towing equipment

You can also upgrade the XLT with a Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ package that installs:

Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the MAKE and the car in front)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Evasive steering assist (enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance)
Navigation system

ST-Line
The ST-Line builds on the XLT trim with sporty styling cues and more:

20-inch alloy wheels with a machined-finish surface
Dark-tinted headlights and taillights
Black grille and exterior trim
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Power-folding exterior mirrors
Ambient interior lighting
Simulated leather and suede upholstery
Navigation system
Wireless smartphone charging
12-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium sound system
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Explorer and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ safety features detailed above

Timberline
This is the version you want for exploring off-road. It is based on XLT trim, and it comes with the safety equipment found on the ST-Line. Additionally, the Timberline has:

All-wheel drive
Limited-slip rear differential (helps maximize available traction)
18-inch black alloy wheels with all-terrain tires
Off-road suspension tuning with added ground clearance
Underbody skid plates
Trailer towing equipment
Unique front styling
Front tow hooks
Simulated leather upholstery with cloth inserts
Heated second-row seats

Limited
For a little bit of luxury, the Explorer Limited expands on XLT equipment with the infotainment system, premium sound system and safety features found in the ST-Line, plus:

20-inch alloy wheels
Added chrome exterior trim
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Power-folding exterior mirrors
Ambient interior lighting
Leather upholstery
Ventilated front seats
Heated steering wheel
Power-folding and heated second-row seats
Second-row sunshades
Front parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of the vehicle when parking)

The Limited trim is also available with the Explorer's optional hybrid powertrain.

ST
For enjoying the journey as much as the destination, the performance-tuned Explorer ST expands on the ST-Line model's styling modifications with:

Turbocharged V6 engine
Transmission paddle shifters
Trailer towing equipment
Quad exhaust outlets
Sport suspension tuning
12.3-inch digital instrument panel
Sport-bolstered front seats
Leather upholstery with simulated suede inserts
Heated steering wheel

Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ is optional, and you can get a ST Street Pack and ST High-Performance packages for this model. They include the same features, except as noted below:

21-inch alloy wheels
Performance brakes (high-performance brakes in the High-Performance package)
Red brake calipers

The ST High-Performance package requires the ST High package. It adds a long list of upgrades to the standard ST Enthusiast equipment, including Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ and these features:

Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Heated, power-folding exterior mirrors with LED turn signal indicators and puddle lighting
Hands-free power liftgate
Ambient interior lighting
Power tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel
Memory for the driver's settings
Heated and ventilated front seats
Heated second-row seats
Power-folding third-row seat
Navigation system
Wireless smartphone charging
12-speaker premium sound system
Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Explorer and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Front parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of the vehicle when parking)

King Ranch
The King Ranch is an upscale Western-themed version of the Explorer. In addition to the Limited trim features, it includes:

Turbocharged V6 engine
Heated, power-folding exterior mirrors with LED turn signal indicators
Exterior approach lighting
Hands-free liftgate
Wood interior trim
Leather-wrapped interior panels
Unique leather upholstery
Power-adjustable tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
Memory for the driver's settings
Power-release second-row captain's chairs
Power-folding third-row seat
12.3-inch digital instrumentation panel
Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)

Platinum
This is the luxury version of the Explorer. In addition to the King Ranch features, it has:

21-inch alloy wheels with a polished finish
Adaptive headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
Satin aluminum grille and exterior trim
Exclusive wood interior trim
Diamond-pattern leather upholstery

The Explorer's hybrid powertrain is available for the Platinum trim. In addition, the ST with the High package, the King Ranch and the Platinum are available with these upgrades:

Technology package

10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system
14-speaker premium sound system

Premium Technology package

Technology package plus massaging front seats

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2023 Ford Explorer Features Specs

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Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$53,005
Engine Type	Hybrid
Combined MPG	27 MPG
Cost to Drive	$159/month
Seating	6 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	18.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Last year, the Kia Telluride was our top-rated choice across all mainstream-brand SUV segments. For 2023, Kia isn't sitting still, giving the Telluride updated exterior styling and interior detailing, new technology, and off-road-oriented X-Line and X-Pro trim levels. It can even tow up to 5,500 pounds now, which is almost as much as the Explorer. Nothing about the Telly's updates suggests we'll think any less of it, so it remains a formidable foe of the Ford's. Be sure to find what it's like to live with a Kia Telluride in our long-term road test of the SUV.

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Safety

Our experts’ favorite Explorer safety features:

Post-Collision Braking: Applies the brakes after a collision to reduce the effects of a secondary collision.
Lane Keeping System: Alerts the driver as the Explorer starts to drift out of its lane. Also applies pressure to the wheel to guide the car back into the lane.
Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control: Maintains the distance between the Explorer and the car in front. Also includes a system that keeps the Explorer centered in the lane.

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Side Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings	Rating
Front Seat	5 / 5
Back Seat	5 / 5
Rollover	Rating
Rollover	4 / 5
Dynamic Test Result	No Tip
Risk Of Rollover	14.7%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test	Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated	Good
Side Impact Test – Original	Good
Side Impact Test – Updated	Good
Roof Strength Test	Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint	Good

FAQ

Is the Ford Explorer a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2023 Explorer both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.4 out of 10. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Explorer has 18.2 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Ford Explorer. Learn more

What's new in the 2023 Ford Explorer?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2023 Ford Explorer:

Revised availability of standard and optional equipment
Part of the sixth Explorer generation introduced for 2020

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Is the Ford Explorer reliable?

To determine whether the Ford Explorer is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Explorer. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Explorer's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2023 Ford Explorer a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2023 Ford Explorer is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2023 Explorer and gave it a 7.4 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2023 Explorer is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2023 Ford Explorer?

The least-expensive 2023 Ford Explorer is the 2023 Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid 10A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $53,005.

Other versions include:

Limited Hybrid 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $53,005
Platinum Hybrid 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $53,820
Limited Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $55,005
Platinum Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid 10A) which starts at $55,820

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What are the different models of Ford Explorer?

If you're interested in the Ford Explorer, the next question is, which Explorer model is right for you? Explorer variants include Limited Hybrid 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid 10A), Platinum Hybrid 4dr SUV (3.3L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid 10A), Limited Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid 10A), and Platinum Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid 10A). For a full list of Explorer models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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