Aug 29, 2025

Built to keep up with your family’s busy lifestyle, the 2025 Ford Explorer boasts a capacious interior, advanced safety features, an eye-catching exterior, and powerful performance. It comes in four trim levels, each with unique features that will appeal to different drivers.

A photo of a 2025 Ford Explorer parked on the edge of a river.

1. Active

The base 2025 Explorer Active trim comes equipped with a 2.3-liter 4-cylinder engine rated at 300 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. Exterior elements include LED taillamps, power liftgate, black roof rack side rails, rear bumper step pad, and second-, third-row, and liftgate privacy glass. Inside, you’re welcomed with a tri-zone electronic temperature control, cabin particulate air filter, first-row center floor console with armrest, and a 10-way power driver seat.

The spacious interior also features first-row heated seats, second-row captain’s seats with E-Z entry and armrest, unique cloth seats, and a manual tilt and telescopic steering column. In terms of infotainment and connectivity, shoppers get FordPass Connect with 5G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, a 13.2-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and Google-based navigation.


2. ST-Line

For a bump in comfort and style, the ST-Line comes with some extra desirable features. The exterior stands out with LED fog lamps and signature lighting, black skid plate elements, EXPLORER logo on the hood, and black lower bodyside cladding.

Comfort and convenience features include a 360-degree camera, reverse brake assist, universal garage door opener, remote start, and heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with red stitching. Music enthusiasts will appreciate the Bang & Olufsen 10-speaker sound system, which delivers clear sound reproduction throughout the cabin.


3. Platinum

Immerse yourself in the luxurious amenities of the Platinum trim, such as leather-covered first-row center console armrest, heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, and Panoramic Vista Roof with power shade. Additional features include heated second-row captain’s chairs, 20-inch wheels, a 14-speaker B&O sound system, and adaptive LED headlamps.

Wireless charging allows you to keep your gadgets powered up without the hassle of cables. The Platinum trim also comes equipped with a one-year plan for Ford BlueCruise hands-free highway driving and multicontour front seats with Active Motion.


4. ST

Find thrilling performance behind the wheel of the 2025 Explorer ST trim. It is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 pumping out 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque, mated to a ten-speed automatic transmission. Upgrades include 21-inch all-season tires, ventilated front seats, SelectShift capability with paddle shifters, and quad chrome exhaust tips. Additional features include unique cloth seating material with Miko inserts and ST badging, and a sport-tuned suspension.

Whatever your priority is in a modern SUV, there’s a Ford Explorer to satisfy your needs. Ready to learn more about the Explorer’s impressive features? Visit Harrison Ford in Wellington, OH, and our team will gladly help you find the trim level that exceeds your expectations.