2019 Ford Explorer Overview and Specifications

Trims Available in the UAE

In the United Arab Emirates, the 2019 Ford Explorer range consists of up to eight different variants:

• Two Base trims
• Three XLT trims
• Two LTD trims
• EcoBoost variant in the Sport trim

The Blue Oval offers the new Explorer with a choice of two engines, and buyers can choose between front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD) configurations. The base variant is only available with front-wheel drive, while the top variant can only be had with all-wheel drive. The fifth generation of the Ford Explorer is classified as a full-size family crossover SUV, having made its debut in late 2010. In the UAE market, the 2019 Explorer competes with the following models:

• Honda Pilot
• Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
• Dodge Durango
• GMC Acadia

Engine Performance

As for what lies under the hood, the 2019 Ford Explorer Base trims come equipped with a 3.5-liter, naturally-aspirated V6 engine that delivers a robust 290 hp at 6,500 RPM and 346 Nm of torque at 4,000 RPM. The power is channeled to the front wheels via a 6-speed torque-converter automatic transmission, enabling the front-wheel drive Explorer to reach a top speed of 173 km/h. The following are performance statistics:

• 0-100 km/h time: Approximately 9.0 seconds (FWD)
• 0-100 km/h time: Approximately 8.7 seconds (AWD)
• Fuel consumption: 10.0 L/100 km (FWD), 10.3 L/100 km (AWD)

The cost of the two Base trims is AED 152,000 (with FWD) and AED 168,000 (with AWD).

XLT Variants

Next up are the 2019 Explorer XLT variants, available as:

1. XLT Base
2. XLT Mid Option 1
3. XLT Mid Option 2

All Explorer XLT trims come with all-wheel drive as standard and are priced at AED 184,000, AED 194,250, and AED 195,000, respectively. The Explorer XLT variant features:

• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Dual exhaust tips
• Rear spoiler
• Roof rails
• Automatic headlights
• Keyless entry
• Cruise control
• Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel
• Power-adjustable driver’s seat
• Parking sensors
• 6-speaker audio system
• Seven airbags
• ABS with EBD and brake assist
• Rollover mitigation
• Electronic stability control
• Traction control system
• Hill-hold assist
• ISOFIX child seat anchor points

LTD Variants

Further on, there’s the Explorer LTD (with FWD), priced at AED 220,000. It remains mechanically identical to the XLT variant but comes with more convenience and safety features, including:

• Larger alloy wheels
• Power tailgate
• Front LED fog lights
• Auto-folding door mirrors
• Chrome door handles and exhaust tips
• Power-operated front seats with heating & cooling function
• Driver lumbar adjustment
• Leather upholstery
• Dual-zone climate control
• Ambient cabin lighting
• Engine push-button start
• Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
• 8-inch touchscreen head unit with Bluetooth, AUX, USB, CD support
• Premium Sony sound system with up to 12 speakers
• Blind spot monitoring

The Explorer XLT (with AWD) costs AED 240,000, which includes additional features like adaptive headlights, rain-sensing wipers, power sunroof, and a built-in navigation system.

Sport Variant

The fully-loaded 2019 Ford Explorer is the Sport variant, priced at AED 245,000. Its 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine generates 365 hp at 5,500 RPM and 474 Nm of torque at 3,500 RPM, allowing a top speed of 200 km/h and a 0-100 km/h time of 6.4 seconds. The Explorer Sport adds features such as:

• 20-inch alloy wheels
• Sports suspension
• Adaptive cruise control
• Electrically-operated third-row seats
• Dual-panel sunroof
• Rear-seat entertainment system
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Collision detection with auto-emergency braking