2016 Ford Explorer Platinum Car Review

With three different engine choices and five trim levels, Ford’s Explorer covers a lot of ground in the S.U.V. market. Tom Voelk reviews the upmarket Platinum model.

[@hasanahz910]

don't know why this channel has so few subscribers. Honestly my favorite car review channel!

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Just like with Donald J. Trump, it's a vast conspiracy of the mainstream media and Hilary Clinton. Yep, that's just got to be it...

[@venom5809]

"Buy a van, no seriously, just buy a damn van, that's what you really want and need" - Tom HA HA

[@jeffreysegal2065]

Hard to believe Explorer started out as a station wagon body on a Ranger pickup chassis. It's come a long way. Ford doesn't get enough credit for the innovative chassis, engines and packaging in this vehicle. And the updated styling is gorgeous.

[@TinLeadHammer]

The Freestyle was more innovative than this mastodon.

[@jeffreysegal2065]

I really loved the 3-row Freestyle. But mommies and daddies actually want an SUV that stands up sizewise to the vans and Escalades in line outside daycare.

[@CasaDeGomez]

Always great reviews sir!

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Thanks man.

[@ericchang5217]

I love all the humor in your videos! Needs more Ford reviews.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Some automakers are good about getting me vehicles in a timely manner, others are not. I think you can figure out what I'm saying here.

[@nournachabe9267]

I love your reviews!

[@zorkor]

Totally agree about Testing before you buy. This is an excellent simple tip which most of the buyers ignore and then regret.

[@usernameisusername]

Watched this with my father last night. He said "this guy knows how to make the perfect length informative review". I agree.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Your father is a wise man. Heed his life advice.

[@mfwhite1998]

this the one Review I've been waiting on for this particular Vehicle cause no one does better Man.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Why thank you Mr.White. I suggest going with a 2017 model (which was not available for me to profile). It gets Sync 3 which is much better than this interface.

[@mfwhite1998]

Driven Car Reviews they might upgrade the interface the 2016's like ford & Lincoln did a few years back. but your right the Newer the better!!

[@pauloreichert8476]

Nice video. I bought one of those in September, have now done ~1500 miles and I'm very happy with it. Fuel consumption is in line with what you found if making use of the V6-T power, but if you don't do that what's the point of having it in the first place. :) Main gripe for me is the parking assist that sometimes doesn't recognize a parking spot next to the car as suitable, no matter how much I inch forward. Many times I had to just override it and park myself instead of using the system. Otherwise the car has been amazing. Did a trip to Vermont recently with 4 adults and 2 children + luggage and can report that all travelled happily in comfort.

[@monikanely9051]

I thinking of buying a Ford Explorer but everyone around tells me when you get to 70,000 mileg begin to have unstoppable problems. what"s your opinion, once you have one. How many milleg do you have now and how about repairs?

[@Azmodan911]

Tom, i always watch your videos, even on cars and SUV's i have absolutely no interest in. Love the little humorous bits. And thank you for calling the Ford engines what they are...turbo's...as if ecoboost is something different than what everyone else has. Cheers!

[@ericalbertson6621]

Great review

[@streetcarnationfr2957]

Nice Review! In a few days I will have the means to produce quality videos like you! Anyway I hope because it's a great job!

[@MarioDallaRiva]

Thx TV. Ford has come a long way with styling over the years. Looks slick. Even Range Rover like (front end).

[@embajadoresboy4535]

Mario Dalla Riva Thank you Range Rover lol

[@DevPack]

it looks good and seems like it drives good as well..

[@lihuawang4027]

dear sir , will you do some review for Car Mount Holder ?

[@justrandomthings319]

I never thought I would actually like an SUV. This one does.

[@InstinctiveFirearmReviews]

I appreciate you give props to vans. More people should have vans but refuse over silliness.

[@TomCook1993]

Instinctive Firearm Reviews they’re ugly AF

[@TomCook1993]

Millennials don’t want them and boomers are too old to need them. No market for them

[@lexusfan100]

nice review...also next time for all ur videos i suggest showing off cars exterior lights including turn signals..etc...just saying :)

[@ROYALP100]

My God a beautiful SUV!!!

[@iennguyen1954]

I'm indecisive between the platinum highlander and platinum explorer

[@BryanChance]

Very nice!!

[@travismcquaig6906]

I love the explorer platinum and it’s so cool that it has heated, cooled, and massaging seats. (Don’t know why he didn’t mention the massaging seats)😝

[@brucec43]

I've bough a minivan and driven it and I'm not aware of any Minivans sold now that handle well at all. They usually have thin tires and soft suspensions and feel floaty on the interstates.

[@fawadkhalid]

Gr8 review

[@schxn]

The police department here in Austin are slowly replacing all their Crown Victorias with Explorers.

[@1guyin10]

The city here runs mostly Chargers. The Sherrif's department is all Ford Police Interceptor Utilities (Explorers) with a few Tahoes. Ford says the Utility outsells the sedan by a very wide margin. One of the local townships has a couple of VW Passats, which seem to have more interior room than the Taurus.

[@1guyin10]

***** It's a city cruiser. They used to run Malibus. I'm in TN and since VW builds the Passat here they made a special offer to police departments and government agencies. The police chief claims they haven't had any trouble out of them.

[@alexs1429]

Here in Chicago, they run explorers or tahoes. Only under covers run crown Vic's and even those are starting to be replaced by Explorers.

[@bosse641]

Nice.

[@mo4everable]

i wonder do you buy napkin rolls whenever you testing cars seems like you were at supermarket

[@jocelynchouinard]

I am trying to figure out why he is comparing a truck vs. a minivan. The type of buyer is very different between the two. An Explorer will tow 5000 pounds vs. 3500 for a minivan and a truck will have 4 wheel drive vs. front wheel drive.

[@jody024]

I'm curious to see what you'll think of the New Seat SUV that's coming up....

[@tvnyt154]

It's not available in the US so I won't be reviewing it jody.

[@jody024]

TVNYT oh yeah, forgot about that xD

[@brucec43]

A dealer here had two interceptors for sale to the public.

[@TinLeadHammer]

"2017 models will come with Ford's improved user interface called Sync 3" - in fact, 2017 models come with Sync 3 2.0, while 2016 models are equipped with Sync 3 1.0. Although maybe the 2016 Explorer came with Sync 2? Ford uses different head units for different models. Sync 3 2.0 is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, while Sync 3 1.0 is not. A year ago Ford promised that 2016 models will be upgraded for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, but now it removed this info from its website, and no word about upgrade.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Which is why I brought it up. The new system is considerably better. I just had it in the Fusion Hybrid.

[@tayteklotz8806]

Great vids you should do the escalade

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Already did it. Search the channel and you shall be rewarded.

[@tayteklotz8806]

Driven Car Reviews ok cool I will watch it soon keep up the good work

[@baldheadlogic]

Hey Tom...These are really nice but 55k is pricey for sure. A loaded XLT probably will suit most folks at a much more reasonable price.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Don't forget about incentives and negotiation...

[@DeadlyxC]

Much better looking than the highlander in my opinion.

[@zarbon700]

Highlander is much better in reliability. I'll take the Highlander.

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New subscriber Blessed by God 🙏 ❤️

[@dschonsie]

when jeep and range rover had a child......

[@mrbadx19]

my last car purchase was a new 2008 smart fortwo, "out the door" for $14K, glad i'm off blood thinners, i'd get a nose bleed with these prices :)

[@brucec43]

That could be the dinghy for an Explorer.

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[@Skyhawk1987Turbo]

Those cars are crap and ugly, dork mobile

[@Bbibbojjoo]

spacious third row. good

[@jvrdlc]

impressive machine with lots of HP but 55k, wow.. thats hard to swallow

[@OfficialMINIm]

I've got to say, It's an attractive package. I wonder if ford would bring it to Australia because these 7 seat SUVs sell like hot cakes here

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Seems like a natural for your market. I'm surprised it's not there.

[@OfficialMINIm]

Driven Car Reviews I've seen a few of the older model. Hopefully they bring this new one

[@AdamAus85]

Could get the base Q7 for platinum price...

[@NS416]

yes "base"

[@sexysagi]

If Mercury were still around and they still made the Mountaineer, I wonder if it would be close in looks to the Explorer

[@Tully3674]

Don't understand the continuous comparisons to a mini-van. When reviewing a mini-van, do you compare it to an SUV? This _top of the line_ SUV competes directly with the GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave & Caddy XT5.

[@ThorMaxx]

Tully3674 he basically is saying if you are buying a vehicle with the most practicality and cargo capacity, a mini van is a more practical choice.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Basically, SUVs and crossovers began replacing vans as family haulers around 20 years ago, mostly because SUVs have more of a rugged image. Ask anyone who has experience with both and they will tell you vans are more practical for families. Just a little nudge on my part. Ironically, SUVs could be viewed somewhat as tall station wagons, which buyers left to go to minivans 3 decades ago. It's kind of cycled around again.

[@TinLeadHammer]

Because people use these for tasks for which minivans fit better. People just don't want to look like soccer moms or dads so they buy SUVs, but in fact they do like soccer moms or dads because they buy minivan-y SUVs, not Wranglers.

[@natalieterrazas2747]

Reminds me of a Range Rover I’d get this vehicle because it’s affordable!!

[@__berichh5375]

Everyone likes the interior?

[@urielhernandezT150]

Yes I do

[@supremeetnel7707]

They was a talks is funny. It's like he's singing his wooorrdss

[@helloreviews]

2.3 ecoboost*

[@jehovahhitler6542]

All those lines in the leather seats makes it look old already, add-in wear and tear of leather seats, gonna look like a super eye-sore on the used market soon!

[@76carmel]

Add Dodge Durango for more comparison.

[@leopadresnow]

Durango is still a bit slower and has less features and media options... so meh.

[@MrRedsi]

but a pacifica is horrendous

[@miguelircontar]

Their so expensive now.

[@TomCook1993]

Miguel Ircontar *theyre

[@alaneld47]

Why would you buy this for almost 55 grand when you could get a Tahoe or suburban for 3,000 more

[@Skyhawk1987Turbo]

Sorry ford always wins

[@embajadoresboy4535]

A copycat from Range Rover, I can see the grill, the commands and even the shape of the body. Guess if you can’t afford the real thing, this is the substitute.

[@esvinperez556]

Too expensive

[@Walter-hg2nr]

So plain

[@ajgreen868]

Who cares about a van.

[@headcas620]

Garbage wannabe minivan.

[@xavierhawkins4005]

I'm not buying this car I'm only 26 don't have a family and plays video games all day it way to exspensive I'm getting the Mazda CX-9