2025 Ford Explorer® Review | Decatur, IN

Built for your family's spirited nature, the 2025 Ford Explorer® is a versatile companion for daily commuting, evening sports practice, and summer road trips. With an inviting, spacious three-row cabin, premium amenities, the new Ford Digital Experience, and hardy engine options, the Explorer SUV is sure to keep you and your passengers relaxed and engaged. This in-depth 2025 Ford Explorer review, created by the specialists at Tom Kelley Ford in Decatur, IN, highlights its engines, technology, and color choices. View our comprehensive Explorer trims guide to discover each trim level's unique features.

Browse our new inventory to find the Ford Explorer you're looking for, then schedule a test drive to see it for yourself. Reach out to us online or by phone at (260) 724-8526 and we'll be glad to help with any questions you may have.

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2025 Ford Explorer Interior Design & Cargo Space

Enter the 2025 Ford Explorer and experience a roomy, elegant space featuring three rows of seating for your loved ones. The available heated, ventilated, and multi-contour front seats with Active Motion® massage provide tailored comfort and relaxation along every mile. Choose a second-row bench seat for three people or cushy captain's chairs for two, both of which can also be heated. The third-row bench seat, which accommodates two passengers, is available with a PowerFold® feature for easy folding and adjustability of the seating and cargo arrangement. The Explorer seats six or seven passengers and provides a maximum cargo capacity of 85.8 cubic feet.

Available interior design and comfort features include:

  • Cloth, ActiveX®/cloth, ActiveX/Miko® suede, or leather/Miko suede seat upholstery
  • Heated, ventilated, multicontour front seats with Active Motion massage
  • Heated second-row bench seats or captain's chairs
  • PowerFold third-row bench seat
  • Second-row sunblinds
  • Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Tri-zone automatic temperature control
  • Ambient interior lighting
2025 Ford Explorer interior rear seating
2025 Ford Explorer interior front

2025 Ford Explorer Engine Specs

Experience the impressive performance of the 2025 Ford Explorer SUV's two robust EcoBoost® engines. A turbocharged 2.0L inline four-cylinder (I4) is standard, with a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 engine offered on higher trim levels. Both engines are coupled with a smooth ten-speed automatic transmission, as well as a Terrain Management System™ to effortlessly tackle off-road escapades. Rear-wheel drive (RWD) is standard, and intelligent four-wheel drive (4WD) is available. A Class III Trailering Package is also included, allowing you to tow up to 5,000 pounds.

View the 2025 Ford Explorer engine specifications in the following table:

Engine2.3L EcoBoost turbo I43.0L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6
Horsepower300 HP400 HP
Torque310 lb.-ft.415 lb.-ft.
DrivetrainRWD / 4WDRWD / 4WD
MPG (City/Hwy)20 / 2918 / 25
Max. Towing Capacity5,000 lbs.5,000 lbs.
2025 Ford Explorer exterior towing camper on curved road

2025 Ford Explorer Safety Options & Technology

With a range of innovative driver assistance systems, the 2025 Ford Explorer is designed to provide confidence behind the wheel. The Explorer comes standard with the Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ suite, featuring systems like BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert, evasive steering assist, and Pre-Collision Assist®. The cutting-edge BlueCruise hands-free highway driving system, available on select trims, offers even greater convenience on lengthy road trips.

Available safety features include:

  • Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+
    • Adaptive cruise control with stop and go and lane centering
    • Auto high beams
    • Evasive steering assist
    • Intersection Assist 2.0
    • Lane-keeping system
    • Rearview camera
    • Reverse parking assist
    • Post-collision braking
  • Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0
    • 360-degree camera with split view
    • Front and side parking sensors
    • Intersection Assist 2.2

Discover cutting-edge digital features in the 2025 Ford Explorer. A standard 12.3-inch instrument panel display lets you view real-time vehicle information. Centered on the dash is a 13.2-inch touchscreen equipped with the new Ford Digital Experience system. Wireless Apple CarPlay®, wireless Android Auto™, and Bluetooth® are standard for hands-free calls and music streaming. For superb audio quality, the optional ten- or 14-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® fills the cabin with deep, multidimensional sound.

Available connectivity technologies include:

  • Six speakers, or a ten- or 14-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen
  • 12.3-in. instrument panel productivity screen
  • Ford Digital Experience with a 13.2-in. touchscreen
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • HD Radio™
  • FordPass® Connect with 5G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot capability
  • USB, 12V, and 110V ports
  • Wireless charging pad
2025 Ford Explorer exterior driving in city
2025 Ford Explorer interior driver tech

2025 Ford Explorer Exterior Color Options

  • Space White
  • Carbonized Gray
  • Agate Black
  • Vapor Blue
  • Star White
  • Rapid Red

2025 Ford Explorer Trim Levels

  • Active $39,855*
  • ST-Line $44,615*
  • Platinum® $52,250*
  • ST $54,260*
*Starting MSRP

2025 Ford Explorer For Sale at Tom Kelley Ford in Decatur, IN

View the range of new Ford Explorer SUVs for sale in our inventory at Tom Kelley Ford in Decatur, IN. Choose your favored model, then arrange a test drive to take a look at it in person. If you have any questions, let us help you — connect with our associates online or by calling us at (260) 724-8526.

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