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Ford Explorer Performance Comparison

Ford Explorer Performance Comparison  

Few models have caused as much excitement among SUV fans for the 2018 model year as the 2018 Ford Explorer. Bold, stylish, and featuring a delightful trio of power-packed engine options, the 2018 Explorer promises to be a force to be reckoned with out on the streets - and one darn fun Ford to drive to and from your daily destinations.

But whether you’re a long-time fan of the Explorer line or new to the scene and looking forward to getting behind the wheel, there are a few things you should know about your power options on the 2018 Explorer - namely, what kind of power each engine can offer, and which trim levels come with which engines.

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Here’s a breakdown of each engine option available on the 2018 Explorer - take a look, and start thinking about what kind of power you’d like to bring the the party.

The Standard Option: 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 Engine

It’s not too often that the standard engine option on a new model year ends up being impressive, but the 3.5-liter TI-VCT V6 that comes standard on the 2018 Explorer and the Explorer XLT trims might very well do just that.

This scrappy engine option utilizes advanced twin independent variable camshaft timing technology to pump out an impressive 290 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque, all while seamlessly optimizing performance across the low, mid, and high ranges of the power band to instantly react to tough or changing road conditions. And because the 3.5-L Ti-VCT is designed to maximize the meeting of power and efficiency, drivers behind this engine can expect an impressive 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway fuel efficiency.

The Efficient EcoBoost: 2.3L EcoBoost I-4

Standard on the gorgeous Explorer Limited trim level and available on lower trim levels, the highly-efficient and impressively-powerful 2.3L ecoboost four-cylinder engine is the next highest on the Explorer’s engine options. Boasting a boosted 19 mpg city and 27 mpg fuel economy while keeping the capacity for up to 280 horsepower and 310 lb-ft or torque, the 2.3L Ecoboost allows drivers looking for maximum efficiency in the Explorer to get just that without sacrificing too much raw power.

Plus, the 2.3L EcoBoost also features 4WD and the Class II Trailer Tow Package, bringing your maximum towing capacity to 5,000 lbs to make bringing all your favorite gear along for the ride as easy as can be - even in tough conditions.

The Powerful Premium Option: 3.5L EcoBoost V6

Want all the power that Ford can pack into the Explorer? Then you want the 3.5L EcoBoost V6, standard on the amazing Explorer Sport and Explorer Platinum premium trim levels.

By combining the technology of turbocharging with the proven raw power of dual-injection, this beastly engine option can pump out a class-leading 365 V6 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. This all comes combined with standard Intelligent 4WD with the Terrain Management System plus Hill Descent Control to make even the toughest roads and worst conditions close to no match for what’s under the hood of these Explorer models.

 

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