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The New Ford Explorer: It’s All in the Name
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01.06.25

What's New: 2025 Ford Explorer

Here is a look at what is new and revised for the Explorer for the 2025 model year:

2025 Ford Explorer Tech Specs
2025 Ford Explorer Order Guide

Model Lineup & Availability

  • The Base, Timberline, Limited, ST 401A and King Ranch series are removed.
  • The XLT trim is changed to Active.
  • Order codes are revised.
  • ST-Line is now 300A (previously 250A), and Platinum is now 600A (previously 601A).

Exterior Updates

  • Exterior styling changes include revisions to the front fascia, lower fascia and skid plate elements, grille, headlamps and fog lamp architecture, liftgate architecture and taillamps with integrated lightbar design.
  • The wheel lineup is revised.
  • ST sideview mirrors are standard with autofold, LED turn signal indicators, driver-side auto-dimming and driver/passenger memory.
  • A black-painted roof (60S) is optional on ST-Line, ST and Platinum models.
  • A new exterior color is added: Vapor Blue Metallic.
  • Space White (A3) exterior color is now available on Active and Platinum models (effective on vehicles built on or after Nov. 27, 2024).

Interior Updates

  • A 12.3-inch LCD productivity screen is standard on all models.
  • A 13.2-inch LCD display in the center stack is standard on all models.
  • Interior styling changes include an integrated soundbar speaker in the passenger dashboard, new dash architecture, new door panel inserts, new interior environment offerings, reduction in the use of hard plastic materials and physical buttons, soft-touch beltline and soft-touch lower console rails.
  • USB ports are added: Two Type-C in the center floor console, two Type-C in the second row and two Type-C in the third row.
  • Second-row sunshades are available on ST-Line as part of the Premium Package and standard on ST (on vehicles built before Nov. 25, 2024).
  • ActiveX Seating Material is standard on ST models.
  • HD Radio is offered only on and comes standard with Platinum models.
  • Second-row captain's chairs are standard on Active models; a 35/30/35 bench seat is optional (effective on vehicles built on or after Nov. 27, 2024).
  • Heated and ventilated multicontour front seats with Active Motion massage are only standard on ST vehicles built before Nov. 25, 2024. They are no longer standard on ST and are now part of the Sun and Sound Package (51G) (effective on vehicles built on or after Nov. 27, 2024).

Technology & Connectivity

  • The Ford Digital Experience replaces SYNC 3 and includes Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play Store.
  • The following features are standard on all models: 5G modem and Wi-Fi hotspot, Adaptive Cruise Control (including Lane Centering and Stop-and-Go), Evasive Steering Assist, Intersection Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Braking and software updates.
  • BlueCruise (90-day trial or option for a one-year plan [18B]) is standard on ST-Line and above.
  • BlueCruise now comes with a one-year plan on Platinum models (previously 90 days) (effective on vehicles built on or after Nov. 27, 2024).
  • Intersection Assist is standard on ST-Line and above. It includes straight crossing path for vehicles and oncoming turn across path for cyclists and two-wheeled vehicles.
  • Rain-sensing front wipers are standard on ST models and available on ST-Line as part of the Premium Package.
  • Reverse Brake Assist is standard on ST-Line and above.
  • Road Edge Detection is standard on ST-Line and above.
  • HD Radio is offered only on and comes standard with Platinum models.
  • ST-Line Ambient Lighting and wireless charging pad are no longer standard and are now part of the Premium Package.
  • A SecuriCode Invisible Keypad is available as a freestanding option (61E) on vehicles built on or after Feb. 1, 2025.

Safety & Security

  • An auto-dimming rearview mirror is standard on ST models.
  • Safety Belt Usage Sensors now detect all three rows.

Performance & Capability

  • The 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 engine is standard on Platinum models.
  • The 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine is optional on Platinum models.
  • An 18.6 fuel tank capacity is standard on Active and ST-Line models.
  • The Class III Trailer Tow Package is standard on all models.
  • Performance brakes with red-painted front and rear calipers are standard on ST models.
  • A standard Tire Inflator and Sealant Kit with an optional Mini Spare, Mini Spare & Jack Kit become a Freestanding Option (FSO) (change applies to vehicles built on or after Jan. 28, 2025).

Packages & Options

  • The Active Comfort Package (68A) is optional on Active models.
  • The Lux Leather Package (21B) is available on Platinum models.
  • The Premium Package (68L) is optional on ST-Line models.
  • The ST-Line Street Pack (68P) is available on ST-Line models.
  • The Ultimate Package (68U) is available on Platinum models.
  • A black-painted roof (60S) is optional on ST-Line, ST and Platinum models.
  • Second-row sunshades are available on ST-Line as part of the Premium Package.
  • Rain-sensing front wipers are available on ST-Line as part of the Premium Package.
  • ST-Line Ambient Lighting and wireless charging pad are now part of the Premium Package.
  • Second-row captain's chairs are standard on Active models; a 35/30/35 bench seat is optional (effective on vehicles built on or after Nov. 27, 2024).
  • Heated and ventilated multicontour front seats with Active Motion are part of the Sun and Sound Package (51G) on ST models (effective on vehicles built on or after Nov. 27, 2024).
  • The Sun and Sound Package (51G) is added to ST models.

Standard Equipment Changes

  • A 12.3-inch LCD productivity screen is standard on all models.
  • A 13.2-inch LCD display in the center stack is standard on all models.
  • 5G modem and Wi-Fi hotspot are standard on all models.
  • Adaptive Cruise Control (including Lane Centering and Stop-and-Go) is standard on all models.
  • Evasive Steering Assist is standard on all models.
  • Intersection Assist is standard on all models.
  • Rear Cross Traffic Braking is standard on all models.
  • Software updates are standard on all models.
  • The Class III Trailer Tow Package is standard on all models.
  • A manual tilt/telescoping steering column is standard on all models (effective on vehicles built on or after Nov. 27, 2024).
  • BlueCruise (90-day trial or one-year option) is standard on ST-Line and above.
  • Intersection Assist is standard on ST-Line and above (with specific capabilities).
  • Reverse Brake Assist is standard on ST-Line and above.
  • Road Edge Detection is standard on ST-Line and above.
  • ActiveX Seating Material is standard on ST models.
  • An auto-dimming rearview mirror is standard on ST models.
  • HD Radio is standard on Platinum models.
  • The 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 engine is standard on Platinum models.
  • ST sideview mirrors are standard with autofold, LED turn signal indicators, driver-side auto-dimming and driver/passenger memory.
  • ST models include the following as standard (on vehicles built before Nov. 27, 2024): 110-volt/150-watt AC power outlet, second-row heated seats, third-row PowerFold seats, Ambient Lighting, Driver-seat memory, Performance brakes with red-painted front and rear calipers, Power tilt/telescoping steering column and Wireless charging pad.
  • ST models include the following as standard (on vehicles built on or after Nov. 27, 2024): 10-way power driver and eight-way power passenger seats, B&O Sound System by Bang Olufsen with 10 speakers and subwoofer. Second-row captain's chairs are standard on Active models (effective on vehicles built on or after Nov. 27, 2024).
  • BlueCruise comes with a one-year plan on Platinum models (previously 90 days) (effective on vehicles built on or after Nov. 27, 2024).
  • The Tire Inflator and Sealant Kit is standard (change applies to vehicles built on or after Jan. 28, 2025).

Other Notes/Changes

  • The XLT trim is changed to Active.
  • Order code designations changed for ST-Line and Platinum.
  • The Ford Digital Experience replaces SYNC 3.
  • Job 2 changes are effective on vehicles built on or after Nov. 27, 2024, including changes to ST standard features, Platinum wheel availability, second-row seating options on Active, B&O system availability on ST, BlueCruise trial period on Platinum, exterior color availability and package content.
  • Job 3 changes are effective on vehicles built on or after Jan. 28, 2025, including the change to the standard Tire Inflator and Sealant Kit with optional Mini Spare/Jack Kit becoming an FSO, and the change in availability of second row HVAC controls.
  • The SecuriCode Invisible Keypad becomes available as a freestanding option (61E) on vehicles built on or after Feb. 1, 2025.

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