2017 Ford Explorer Review: A Top SUV with Style and Power
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Ford Explorer Review
The Ford Explorer is the best-selling SUV in America, first introduced in 1991. Over the years, it has carved out a significant place in the midsize SUV market. In 2011, it led an industry movement that paved the way for competitors like the Nissan Pathfinder and Honda Pilot.
Exterior Design
Five years after the launch of the fifth-generation model, the Ford Explorer received a refresh, adopting a sharper look. Key exterior features include:
- A stylish grille
- More elegant headlights
- Prominent fog lights
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Interior Design
While the interior may appear unchanged to loyal customers or current owners, the updates to the Explorer are more than skin deep. Notable features include:
- New door latches
- Double-glazed windows
- A new subframe
These enhancements work together to provide a quieter ride and a more luxurious experience.
Driving Experience
At the heart of the Ford Explorer is a 3.5-liter V6 engine that delivers 294 horsepower and 346 Nm of torque through a six-speed automatic transmission with all-wheel drive. The all-wheel-drive system monitors tire speed, throttle position, and steering angle to assess the vehicle's condition and the driver's intentions, ensuring stability on any terrain.
With a well-tuned chassis and upgraded suspension, the 2016 Ford Explorer is ready for both off-road adventures and paved roads, as we discovered during our drive in the arid desert of Wadi Rum in Jordan.
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Final Verdict
Interestingly, history seems to be repeating itself. Although the Ford Explorer is more powerful and capable than its Japanese rivals, it offers features that they lack. It appears to be paving the way for its competitors to catch up, but in my opinion, it will not allow that to happen.
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