Comparison - Ford Explorer King Ranch 2021 - vs - Ford Explorer ST 2020

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Ford Explorer King Ranch 2021

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Make:

Ford

Model:

Explorer

Average Price:

54,350

Updated:

25 Feb 2021

54,740

Updated:

25 Jan 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

10-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

20.20gals

21.80gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Forged Green Metallic

#374448

Stone Gray Metallic

#827C76

Infinite Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#53646C

Star White Metallic Tri-Coat

#FDFFFB

Atlas Blue Metallic

#0741D6

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Iconic Silver Metallic

#C7CAD0

Oxford White

#E4E4E4

Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#E60E28

Color:

Magnetic Gray Metallic

#727476

Star white Metallic Tri-coat

#FDFFFB

Blue Diamond Metallic

#264154

Atlas Blue Metallic

#0741D6

Rich Copper Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#4A1414

Lucid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#E60E28

Silver Spruce metallic

#B1BBB1

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Iconic Silver Metallic

#C7CAD0

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2021 Ford Explorer's #16 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 7.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 28 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Good cargo capacity
Powerful engines
Plenty of features
Composed ride and handling

Cons
Low-rent interior
Second- and third-row seats less comfortable than in rivals
Upgraded infotainment system not much of an upgrade

By:

usnews.com

For 2021 New Sport Appearance package available on XLT trim.More affordable version of the Explorer ST debuts..Platinum trim is now available for the Hybrid model.New off-road-themed Timberline debuts midway through the model year.

Pros
Strong engines for quick acceleration
Rear-wheel-drive platform improves handling and towing
Roomy cargo area

Cons
Too much wind noise at highway speeds
The price can get frighteningly expensive in a hurry
Lackluster interior material quality

By:

edmunds.com

Ford has made a few tweaks to its mid-size crossover for 2021, such as making heated seats standard on the XLT, offering a heated steering wheel as an optional feature on that model, and including an eight-way power-adjustable front passenger's seat on the Limited, ST, and Platinum models. A Sport Appearance package is now available on the XLT trim, and it includes 20-inch aluminum wheels that are coated in Carbonized Gray paint.A high-end King Ranch trim joins the lineup and features unique mahogany-colored leather upholstery.

Pros
Smooth and controlled ride,
cargo friendly interior design,
comfortable front seats.

Cons
Third row space is tight,
plasticky interior bits,
most desirable models are pricey.

By:

caranddriver.com

Although it looks much like the model it replaces, the Explorer is all new for 2020 and boasts much-improved ride and handling, interior features, and modern powertrains.

Pros
Composed ride,
plentiful cargo space,
comfortable driving position.

Cons
Cramped third row,
some subpar interior materials,
desirable twin-turbo V-6 is pricey.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2020 Ford Explorer's #17 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 7.4 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 18 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Impressive standard safety and tech features
Broad, airy cabin
Lots of cargo space
Lineup of powerful, refined engines

Cons
Bland interior in lower trims
So-so upgraded infotainment system

By:

usnews.com

The Ford Explorer is fully redesigned for 2020.Part of the sixth Explorer generation introduced for 2020.

Pros
ncreased passenger space and cargo room
Rear-wheel-drive platform improves handling and towing
Additional tech and driver assistance features
New hybrid and high-performance ST versions

Cons
Maximum seating capacity is seven, and most are equipped to seat six
The price can get frighteningly expensive in a hurry
Interior materials could be better in the higher trims
Not enough USB ports

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

18.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

24.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.00L

Torque:

380ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

415ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

Horsepower:

365hp

at 5 500rpm

400hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

yes

On steering wheel:

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

198.80in

199.30in

Width:

78.90in

Height:

69.90in

70.20in

Ground Clearance:

7.90in

8.30in

Front Track:

66.90in

Rear Track:

66.90in

Wheel Base:

119.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.70

Rear Head Room:

40.50

Front Leg Room:

43.00in

Rear leg room:

39.00in

Front Hip Room:

59.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

61.80in

Rear Hip Room:

59.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

61.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

87.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5600lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

18.20cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

21.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

22.00degrees

21.00degrees

Curb Weight:

4701.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

6 -Way Power Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Leather

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Sport Front Seats

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Sport Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Leather

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Multi-Level Heating

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Rear Seatback

Folding center armrest

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Rear Seatback

Multi-Level Heating

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Stabilizer Bar

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Stabilizer Bar

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Leather Steering Wheel

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

1 Subwoofer(S)

12 Total Speakers

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

980 Watts Stereo Output

Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

USB Connection

USB With External Media Control

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

USB With External Media Control

6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

12 Total Speakers

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated Disc Brakes

Front Solid Disc Brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Ventilated Disc Brakes

Rear Solid Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

LED Headlamp

Adaptive Headlights

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags

Emergency Braking Preparation

Front, Rear And Third Row Head Airbags

Post-Collision Safety System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

4-Wheel ABS

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags

Front, Rear And Third Row Head Airbags

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages:

Smoker's Package

Equipment Group 701A

Premium Technology Package

Equipment Group 400A

Street Package

Premium Technology Package

Track Package

Exterior Options:

Outfitters Cargo - MegaWarrior

Outfitters Bike - Front Loader

Outfitters Cargo - Skybox

Dual Panel Moonroof

Roof-Rail Crossbars

Splash Guards

Wheel Lock Kit

License Plate Bracket

Wheel Lock Kit

Roof Rack Crossbars

License Plate Bracket

Dual Panel Moonroof

Splash Guards

Interior Options:

2nd Row Bench

All-Weather Floor Mats W/Carpet Mats

Cargo Mat

Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

All-Weather Floor Mats

Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

Rear Cargo Well Protector

Smokers Kit W/Element

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Mesa/Norias, Premium leather

#3E362D

Color:

Ebony, leather

#000000

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Comparison - Ford Explorer King Ranch 2021 - vs - Ford Explorer ST 2020

General

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Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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