Ford’s re-engineered Explorer is officially the
automaker’s most powerful SUV ever thanks to a 3.0-liter EcoBoost engine,
projected to put down 400 HP and 562 Nm of torque. Ford is also calling the Explorer
ST the “most fun-to-drive” Explorer ever, and says that flat out, it can do 230 km/h, aided by its quick-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission and
standard four-wheel drive system with selectable traction control.
Speaking of visuals, buyers can spec the 2020
Explorer ST with the ST Street Pack and an ST Track Pack. Both offer 21-inch
aluminum wheels, performance brakes with larger vented rotors, red-painted
calipers with stainless steel pistons and larger brake pads for improved
stopping power.
Other exterior features include the black mesh
grille insert, liftgate applique, lower bodyside details, roof-rack side rails
and skid plate elements. As for the interior, there’s a 12.3-inch all-digital
instrument cluster as standard, a flat-bottomed heated steering wheel with the
ST logo, unique floor mats, leather sport bucket seats with micro-perforation,
City Silver accent stitching and more ST logos.
It’s on the move however where most people will get
to enjoy this SUV to its fullest, and aside from its 400 HP and 562
Nm of torque, the 2020 Explorer ST also comes with a Sport mode, which can be
engaged via the selectable drive dial in the center console. What it does is it
tightens the steering feel, makes the gas pedal respond more aggressively,
delays shifting for rpm-hungry drivers (although the shifts are quicker) and
plays an enhanced engine note throughout the cabin.
Standard features on the Explorer ST include the
Class III Trailer Tow Package with Cargo Management System and the Active Park
Assist 2.0 system, which helps the vehicle park itself.
