Ford Explorer ST 2025 Review, Specs, Price and Mileage (Brochure)
The 2025 EXPLORER ST sets a new benchmark in performance‑oriented SUVs with bold styling, advanced tech, and power that matches its presence. In this review, we break down the key specifications, official brochure figures, pricing details, and real‑world mileage to help you understand what makes the EXPLORER ST stand out in its segment.
Pricing
The price of the 2025 Ford Explorer st is about $56,465 and it may varay on the trim and options.
| Trim Level | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| Active | $41,745 |
| ST-Line | $46,715 |
| Tremor | $52,000 (est.) |
| Platinum | $54,220 |
| ST | $56,465 |
What’s New for Ford Explorer 2025
The lineup has been reduced to just four trims at the start of 2025: the base Active, ST-Line, ST, and Platinum. The fifth trim, a rugged Tremor model, will join the lineup later. The front fascia is mildly reworked with a new grille, headlights, and lower air inlets, while the rear gets new taillights. Platinum, ST, and ST-Line buyers can spec a new black-painted roof option, and, more significantly, can for the first time add the BlueCruise hands-free driving feature. Interior updates are focused on comfort and upgraded materials and incorporate new soft-touch surfaces on the center console and door panels, and new color schemes. The 2025 Explorer is the first Ford to implement the Ford Digital Experience, a fancy name for its new software system that is designed to easily integrate a user’s favorite apps and provide native streaming and internet browsing while parked.
Previous 4 Years Sales Chart of Ford Explorer 2025
Colour Availability of Ford Explorer 2025
Ford Explorer 2025 is available in 8 different colours, offering a variety of choices to suit your style.
- Agate Black Metallic
- Carbonized Gray Metallic
- Iconic Silver Metallic
- Oxford White
- Space White Metallic
- Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
- Vapor Blue Metallic
- Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Specifications
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
| Dimension (inches) | Active | ST-Line | ST | Platinum |
| Wheelbase | 119.1 | 119.1 | 119.1 | 119.1 |
| Length | 198.7 | 198.7 | 198.7 | 198.7 |
| Width (excl. mirrors) | 78.9 | 78.9 | 78.9 | 78.9 |
| Width (incl. mirrors) | 89.3 | 89.3 | 89.3 | 89.3 |
| Height | 69.6 | 69.6 | 69.8 | 70.2 |
| Approach Angle | 19.7° | 19.7° | 19.7° | 20.5° |
| Departure Angle | 21.5° | 21.5° | 20.6° | 21.1° |
| Min. Ground Clearance | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.8 | 8.2 |
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
| Specification | Active | ST-Line | ST | Platinum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seating capacity | 6/7 | 6/7 | 6 | 6/7 |
| First-row headroom | 40.7 | 40.7 | 40.7 | 38.9 |
| First-row legroom | 43 | 43 | 42.9 | 42.9 |
| First-row shoulder room | 62.1 | 62.1 | 62.1 | 62.1 |
| First-row hip room | 59.2 | 59.2 | 59.2 | 59.2 |
| Second-row headroom | 40.5 | 40.5 | 40.5 | 38.2 |
| Second-row legroom | 39 | 39 | 38.3 | 38.3 |
| Second-row shoulder room | 61.9 | 61.9 | 61.9 | 61.9 |
| Second-row hip room | 59.1 | 59.1 | 59.1 | 59.1 |
| Third-row headroom | 38.9 | 38.9 | 38.9 | 38.9 |
| Third-row legroom | 32.2 | 32.2 | 32.2 | 32.2 |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.6 | 54.6 | 54.6 | 54.6 |
| Third-row hip room | 40.9 | 40.9 | 40.9 | 40.9 |
MODEL
| Category | Details |
| Body Style | Sport utility vehicle |
| Construction | Unibody |
| Trim Levels | Active, ST-Line, ST, Platinum |
| Final Assembly Location | Chicago Assembly Plant |
DRIVETRAIN
| Trim | Standard Layout | Available |
|---|---|---|
| Active | Rear-wheel drive | Intelligent Four-Wheel Drive |
| ST-Line | Rear-wheel drive | Intelligent Four-Wheel Drive |
| ST | Rear-wheel drive | Intelligent Four-Wheel Drive |
| Platinum | Rear-wheel drive | Intelligent Four-Wheel Drive |
ENGINE CONFIGURATION
| Trim | Standard Engine | Available |
|---|---|---|
| Active | 2.3-liter EcoBoost® I-4 | — |
| ST-Line | 2.3-liter EcoBoost® I-4 | — |
| ST | 3.0-liter EcoBoost® V6 | — |
| Platinum | 2.3-liter EcoBoost® I-4 | — |
TRANSMISSION
| Trim Level | Transmission Type |
| Active | 10-speed automatic |
| ST-Line | 10-speed automatic |
| ST | 10-speed automatic with SelectShift capability and paddle shifters |
| Platinum | 10-speed automatic |
ENGINE DETAILS
| Feature | 2.3-Liter EcoBoost® I-4 | 3.0-Liter EcoBoost® V6 |
| Configuration | Aluminum block and head | 60-degree V6, CGI block, aluminum head |
| Manufacturing Location | Cleveland Engine Plant | Lima Engine Plant |
| Intake Manifold | Composite shell with integrated EGR | Composite shell-welded with runner pack |
| Exhaust Manifold | 3-port integrated into head | Integrated into aluminum head |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cyl, Ti-VCT | DOHC, 4 valves per cyl, Ti-VCT |
| Valve Diameter/Lift | Intake: 34mm/9mm; Exh: 28.9mm/9mm | Intake: 32.5mm/10mm; Exh: 28.3mm/9mm |
| Pistons / Rods | Cast aluminum / Forged powered metal | Cast aluminum / Forged metal |
| Bore and Stroke | 84 mm x 102 mm | 85.4 mm x 86.0 mm |
| Displacement | 138 cu. in. (2.261 liters) | 180.4 cu. in. (2.956 liters) |
| Compression Ratio | 10.634:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Horsepower | 300* | 400* |
| Torque | 310 lb.-ft.* | 415 lb.-ft.* |
| Fuel Delivery | Port fuel and direct injection | Direct injection |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.9 gallons | 20.2 gallons |
| Oil Capacity | 5.0 quarts | 6.5 quarts |
| Coolant Capacity | 12.8 to 13.8 liters | 16.4 liters |
TOWING SPECIFICATIONS
| Configuration | 2.3-Liter EcoBoost® I-4 | 3.0-Liter EcoBoost® V6 |
| Axle Ratio | 3.58 | 3.31 (Platinum) / 3.58 (ST) |
| Max. Loaded Trailer Weight | 5,000 lbs. | 5,000 lbs. |
GEAR RATIOS
| Gear | Ratio |
| First | 4.174 |
| Second | 2.997 |
| Third | 2.149 |
| Fourth | 1.769 |
| Fifth | 1.521 |
| Sixth | 1.275 |
| Seventh | 1.000 |
| Eighth | 0.853 |
| Ninth | 0.689 |
| 10th | 0.636 |
| Reverse | -4.885 |
BRAKES
| Brake Type | Availability |
| Four-wheel disc with ABS | Standard |
| Performance Brakes | Standard on ST and ST-Line |
WHEELS AND TIRES
| Component | Details |
| 18-inch Wheels | Five-spoke Sparkle Silver-painted aluminum (Standard on Active) |
| 20-inch Wheels | Luster Nickel (Std Platinum/Opt Active); Carbonized Gray (Opt Active); Polished (Opt Platinum); Ebony machined (Std ST-Line) |
| 21-inch Wheels | Magnetite-painted (Std ST/ST-Line Street Pack); Dark Alloy polished (Std Platinum Ultimate) |
| P255/65R18 Tires | All-Season (A/S) BSW (Standard on Active) |
| P255/55R20 Tires | All-Season (A/S) BSW (Standard on ST-Line & Platinum; available on Active) |
| P275/45R21 Tires | All-Season (A/S) BSW (Standard on ST; available on ST-Line & Platinum) |
WEIGHTS & CAPACITIES
| Feature | Active | ST-Line | ST | Platinum |
| Total Passenger Volume | 152.9 cu.ft. | 152.9 cu.ft. | 151.8 cu.ft. | 146.0 cu.ft. |
| Cargo Vol. (behind 1st) | 85.8 cu.ft. | 85.8 cu.ft. | 85.3 cu.ft. | 85.3 cu.ft. |
| Cargo Vol. (behind 2nd) | 46.0 cu.ft. | 46.0 cu.ft. | 46.0 cu.ft. | 46.0 cu.ft. |
| Cargo Vol. (behind 3rd) | 16.3 cu.ft. | 16.3 cu.ft. | 16.3 cu.ft. | 16.3 cu.ft. |
| Base Curb Weight | 4,303 lbs. | 4,303 lbs. | 4,631 lbs. | 4,303 lbs. |
ADDITIONAL CARGO DIMENSIONS
| Specification | Active | ST-Line | ST | Platinum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lift-in height | 31.1 | 31.1 | 31.3 | 31.7 |
| Cargo height | 32.8 | 32.8 | 32.8 | 32.8 |
| Rear opening height | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 |
| Maximum cargo height | 33.7 | 33.7 | 33.7 | 33.7 |
| Cargo length closed – first-row | 84.1 | 84.1 | 83.6 | 83.6 |
| Cargo length closed – second-row | 49.8 | 49.8 | 49.8 | 49.8 |
| Cargo length closed – third-row | 20.8 | 20.8 | 20.8 | 20.8 |
| Cargo length above floor – behind first row | 78.3 | 78.3 | 70.7 | 77.8 |
| Cargo length above floor – behind second row | 43.4 | 43.4 | 43.4 | 43.4 |
| Cargo length above floor – behind third row | 12.7 | 12.7 | 12.7 | 12.7 |
| Compartment width, maximum | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 | 64.5 |
| Cargo width, wheelhouse | 48.1 | 48.1 | 48.1 | 48.1 |
| Rear opening width, lower | 47.6 | 47.6 | 47.6 | 47.6 |
| Interior cargo volume (max. cargo / min. passenger) | 145.8 | 145.8 | 145.3 | 142.5 |
| Interior cargo volume (min. cargo / max. passenger) | 169.2 | 169.2 | 168.1 | 162.3 |
| Volume first-row compartment | 59.9 | 59.9 | 59.9 | 57.2 |
| Volume second-row compartment | 56.6 | 56.6 | 55.5 | 52.4 |
| Volume third-row compartment | 36.4 | 36.4 | 36.4 | 36.4 |
TECHNOLOGY
| Category | Features |
|---|---|
| Standard | Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ includes Adaptive Cruise Control, BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert, Exit Warning and Trailer Coverage; Lane-Keeping System; hill start assist; rearview camera; auto headlamps with auto high beams; Pre-Collision Assist with automatic emergency braking with Pedestrian Detection, forward collision warning and dynamic brake support; post-collision braking; Evasive Steering Assist; Intersection Assist 2.0; Rear Cross-Traffic Braking; and Reverse Parking Assist |
| Standard | 13.2-inch center stack touchscreen |
| Standard | Ford Digital Experience |
| Standard | Alexa built-in |
| Standard | Google built-in |
| Standard | Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ wireless compatibility |
| Available | Ford BlueCruise equipped (90-day trial on ST-Line, ST and Platinum, with three-year plan available) |
| Available | Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 includes Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ content plus 360-degree camera, front parking sensors and Intersection Assist 2.2 |
| Available | Hill Descent Control™ (AWD only) |
| Available | Rain-sensing wipers (front only) |
EXTERIOR COLORS
| Available Colors |
|---|
| Agate Black Metallic |
| Carbonized Gray Metallic |
| Iconic Silver Metallic |
| Oxford White |
| Space White Metallic |
| Star White Metallic Tri-Coat |
| Vapor Blue Metallic |
| Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat |
FREQUENTLY ASKED
What engine options are available in the 2025 Ford Explorer?
The 2025 Ford Explorer offers two engine choices. Most trims come with a 2.3-liter EcoBoost® I-4 engine producing up to 300 horsepower, while the performance-focused ST trim is equipped with a more powerful 3.0-liter EcoBoost® V6 generating up to 400 horsepower.
Is all-wheel drive available on the 2025 Ford Explorer?
Intelligent Four-Wheel Drive is available across all trims. Rear-wheel drive comes standard, but buyers can opt for AWD for better traction and control, especially in poor road or weather conditions.
What is the towing capacity of the 2025 Ford Explorer?
When properly equipped, the 2025 Ford Explorer can tow up to 5,000 pounds. This capacity is available with both the 2.3-liter EcoBoost® I-4 and the 3.0-liter EcoBoost® V6 engines.
Does the 2025 Ford Explorer support hands-free driving?
Ford BlueCruise hands-free driving technology is available on ST-Line, ST, and Platinum trims. It comes with a 90-day trial, with an optional three-year plan available for continued use.
