Explore the Explorer

Made for capable hauling and long-distance trips

Why you'll love this Explorer

A practical midsize SUV that's spacious, versatile, and tech-equipped

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45+ extra comfort and tech features like Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, Automated Cruise Control.

Premium Audio

Bang & Olufsen Audio

18 city/24 hwy

Miles Per Gallon

Black

Exterior Color

Black

Interior Color

Four Wheel Drive

Drive Type

6-cyl, Turbo Gas, 3.0L

Engine

Automatic

Transmission

5,600 lbs

Towing Capacity (Max)

18.2 cu ft

Cargo Capacity

400

Horsepower

Vehicle Features and Specs

Features

Installed Upgrades
A/C Seat(s)
Automated Cruise Control
Bang & Olufsen Audio
Full Roof Rack
Memory Seat(s)
Navigation System
Panoramic Sunroof
Rear Seat Heaters
Running Boards
Satellite Radio Ready
Technology Package
Tow Hitch
Comfort & Convenience
Heated Steering Wheel
Remote Start
Front Seat Heaters
Rear Air Conditioning
Smart Key
Power Seat(s)
Rear Sunshade
Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Rear Defroster
Power Windows
Power Locks
Power Hatch/Deck Lid
Driver Adjustable Lumbar
Driver Assistance‡
Lane Departure Warning
Blind Spot Monitor
Rear View Camera
Parking Sensors
Cross-Traffic Alert
ABS Brakes
Traction Control
Entertainment & Technology
Apple CarPlay®
Android Auto™
Bluetooth Technology
SiriusXM Trial Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
AM/FM Stereo
Sync System
WiFi Hotspot
Interior
Leather Seats
Third Row Seat
Quad Seats
Power Folding Third Row
Side Airbags
Overhead Airbags
Exterior
20 Inch Plus Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Automatic Highbeams
Daytime Running Lights
Fog Lamps
Mechanical
Turbo Charged Engine
Automatic Transmission
Four Wheel Drive
Key Specifications
Four Wheel Drive
Drive Type
6-cyl, Turbo Gas, 3.0L
Engine
Black
Exterior Color
Black
Interior Color
18 city/24 hwy
Miles Per Gallon
Automatic
Transmission
Performance
20.2 gal
Fuel Capacity
400
Horsepower
415 ft-lbs
Torque
Measurements
18.2 cu ft
Cargo Capacity
198.8" x 78.9" x 70.2"
Dimensions (L x W x H)
40.7"
Driver Head Room
43"
Driver Leg Room
P255/55VR20
Front Tire Size (standard)
119.1"
Wheelbase
Trailering
5,600 lbs
Towing Capacity (Max)

for the 2023 Ford Explorer ST

Specs

Installed Upgrades
A/C Seat(s)
Automated Cruise Control
Bang & Olufsen Audio
Full Roof Rack
Memory Seat(s)
Navigation System
Panoramic Sunroof
Rear Seat Heaters
Running Boards
Satellite Radio Ready
Technology Package
Tow Hitch
Comfort & Convenience
Heated Steering Wheel
Remote Start
Front Seat Heaters
Rear Air Conditioning
Smart Key
Power Seat(s)
Rear Sunshade
Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Rear Defroster
Power Windows
Power Locks
Power Hatch/Deck Lid
Driver Adjustable Lumbar
Driver Assistance‡
Lane Departure Warning
Blind Spot Monitor
Rear View Camera
Parking Sensors
Cross-Traffic Alert
ABS Brakes
Traction Control
Entertainment & Technology
Apple CarPlay®
Android Auto™
Bluetooth Technology
SiriusXM Trial Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
AM/FM Stereo
Sync System
WiFi Hotspot
Interior
Leather Seats
Third Row Seat
Quad Seats
Power Folding Third Row
Side Airbags
Overhead Airbags
Exterior
20 Inch Plus Wheels
Alloy Wheels
Automatic Highbeams
Daytime Running Lights
Fog Lamps
Mechanical
Turbo Charged Engine
Automatic Transmission
Four Wheel Drive
Key Specifications
Four Wheel Drive
Drive Type
6-cyl, Turbo Gas, 3.0L
Engine
Black
Exterior Color
Black
Interior Color
18 city/24 hwy
Miles Per Gallon
Automatic
Transmission
Performance
20.2 gal
Fuel Capacity
400
Horsepower
415 ft-lbs
Torque
Measurements
18.2 cu ft
Cargo Capacity
198.8" x 78.9" x 70.2"
Dimensions (L x W x H)
40.7"
Driver Head Room
43"
Driver Leg Room
P255/55VR20
Front Tire Size (standard)
119.1"
Wheelbase
Trailering
5,600 lbs
Towing Capacity (Max)

for the 2023 Ford Explorer ST

Standard OEM Features

These are standard original equipment manufacturer features for the 2023 Ford Explorer ST. All available options are not listed below and may vary by car.

  • 1st Row Heated Seats
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
  • AdvanceTrac w/Roll Stability Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)
  • Aerial View Camera System
  • Airbag Occupancy Sensor
  • Autolamp Auto On/Off Aero-Composite Led Low/High Beam Auto High-Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
  • Automatic Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive
  • Back-Up Camera w/Washer
  • Black Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
  • Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity
  • Bucket Folding Captain Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback leatherette/Miko Simulated Suede/Leather Rear Seat w/Manual Fore/Aft
  • Collision Mitigation-Front
  • Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
  • Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
  • Deep Tinted Glass
  • Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag
  • Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
  • Driver Monitoring-Alert
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
  • Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
  • Engine: 3.0L EcoBoost V6 -inc: auto start-stop technology
  • Fixed 50-50 Bench Simulated Suede/Leather 3rd Row Seat Front, Power Fold Into Floor, 2 Manual and Adjustable Head Restraints
  • Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
  • FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access and Remote Engine Start
  • Ford Co-Pilot360 - BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) Blind Spot
  • Ford Co-Pilot360 - Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection and Ford Co-Pilot360 - Reverse Brake Assist
  • FordPass Connect -inc: 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot connects up to 10 devices w/wireless data trial that begins upon AT&T activation and expires at the end of 3 months or when 3GB of data is used, whichever comes first, but cannot extend beyond the trial subscription period for remote features, To activate, go to www.att.com/ford, remotely start, lock and unlock vehicle, schedule specific times to remotely start vehicle, locate parked vehicle and check vehicle status (FordPass Connect, the Ford Pass App, and Complimentary Connected Services are required for remote features (see FordPass terms for details), Connected Service and features depend on compatible AT&T network availability, Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features, Connected services excludes Wi-Fi hotspot.), Note: Ford Telematics and data services prep included for fleet only: FordPass Connect 4G Wi-Fi modem provides data to support telematics and data services including but not limited to vehicle location, speed, idle time, fuel, vehicle diagnostics and maintenance alerts, Device enables telematics services through Ford or authorized providers, Activate at www.fleet.ford.com or call 833-FCS-Ford, (833-327-3673)
  • Front Fog Lamps
  • Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
  • Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Level, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
  • Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
  • Lane Keeping Alert Lane Departure Warning
  • Lane Keeping Alert Lane Keeping Assist
  • Leather Htd/Ventilated Sport Captain's Chairs -inc: Miko micro-perforated inserts and city silver accent stitching and ST logo, 10-way power driver w/memory (power function for tilt, lumbar and recline), 8-way power front passenger (power function for lumbar and recline) and 4-way manually adjustable driver and front passenger head restraints
  • leather/Miko Simulated Suede/Leather Front Seats w/Leatherette Back Material
  • Lip Spoiler
  • Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
  • Mykey System -inc: Top Speed Limiter, Audio Volume Limiter, Early Low Fuel Warning, Programmable Sound Chimes and Beltminder w/Audio Mute
  • Perimeter Alarm
  • Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
  • Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
  • Power Rear Windows, Fixed 3rd Row Windows and w/Manual Sun Blinds
  • Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
  • Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Steering Wheel Controls and Internal Memory
  • Radio: AM/FM Stereo -inc: MP3 capability, 6 speakers, speed-compensated volume and SiriusXM radio w/a 3 month prepaid subscription, Service is not available in Alaska and Hawaii, SiriusXM audio and data services each require a subscription sold separately, or as a package, by Sirius XM radio inc, If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates, Fees and taxes apply, To cancel you must call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349, See SiriusXM customer agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com, All fees and programming subject to change, Trial subscriptions not available in Alaska and Hawaii
  • Rear Child Safety Locks
  • Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
  • Reverse Sensing System Rear Parking Sensors
  • Safety Canopy System Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
  • Securilock Anti-Theft Ignition (pats) Immobilizer
  • SelectShift Capability w/Paddle Shifters
  • Smart Device Remote Engine Start
  • Speed Sensitive Variable Intermittent Wipers
  • Sport Heated Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel
  • Style Heated Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel
  • SYNC 3 Communications & Entertainment System -inc: enhanced voice recognition, 8" LCD capacitive touchscreen in center stack w/swipe capability, AppLink, 911 Assist, Apple Car Play and Android Auto compatibility and 1 "A" and 1 "C" USB ports in the media hub,
  • Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
  • Terrain Management System ABS And Driveline Traction Control
  • Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
  • Tires: P255/55R20 AS BSW
  • Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic
  • Trip Computer
  • Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
  • Wheels: 20" Machined Aluminum w/Painted Pockets

Comfort & Convenience
A/C Seat(s)
Heated Steering Wheel
Rear Seat Heaters
Remote Start
Front Seat Heaters
Rear Air Conditioning
Memory Seat(s)
Smart Key
Power Seat(s)
Rear Sunshade
Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
Rear Defroster
Power Windows
Power Locks
Power Hatch/Deck Lid
Driver Adjustable Lumbar
Driver Assistance‡
Lane Departure Warning
Automated Cruise Control
Blind Spot Monitor
Rear View Camera
Parking Sensors
Cross-Traffic Alert
ABS Brakes
Traction Control
Entertainment & Technology
Bang & Olufsen Audio
Navigation System
Apple CarPlay®
Android Auto™
Bluetooth Technology
Satellite Radio Ready
SiriusXM Trial Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
AM/FM Stereo
Sync System
WiFi Hotspot

Life of this car

Multiple owners
Multiple owners
Reported by AutoCheck®
Low annual mileage
Low annual mileage
Less than 9,000 miles per year

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$40,998

Est. MD tax, title, fees

$2,950

Total

$43,948†

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  • No reported odometer problems

  • Deep cleaned interior

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  • 30-day limited warranty

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Technology and Entertainment

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2023 Ford Explorer ST

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