Is the 2025 Ford Explorer Active a BETTER midsize SUV than a Nissan Pathfinder SV?

[@GORILLAROB]

Nobody on KZbin gives reviews like raiti rides…thank you sir for another great video…

[@arizonacolour8793]

Other channels give different styles and format, but there's plenty that are super good. But yeah there are some that are 😬😬👎👎 ben hardy looking at you

[@drift3rkid66]

​@@arizonacolour8793Oh God yes, Ben Hardy sucks!!

[@jasondickens9003]

The front fascia change on the Explorer 2025 and new tail lights upgrades the vehicle nicely. The greatest surprise and delight change comes in the new Ford Digital Experience MMI ( goggle based media engine) that replaces the previous SYNC systems. This new interface allows for the navigation feature to be displayed/overlayed into the 12.3 inch productivity screen instrument cluster thus freeing up the center stack screen to display additional multi media functions. It’s a welcome surprise and change. Customers should be pleased.

[@wesalexander2693]

Another great review, Joe! The base trim level Explorer is very clean looking inside and out, the combination of the silver paint with the gray wheels is very cool looking!

[@mjb0183]

The power they are able to get out of these 4-cylinders is amazing!

[@tezh5897]

I'm concerned about longevity though.Seems like a small engine for such a large vehicle.

[@omarcortes5754]

One of my favs from the segment. That 2.3 L is more than enough for daily driving.

[@scupking]

The 2.3 is a fantastic engine!

[@ivanhernandez3110]

Good engine. Enough to take the family a good reliable ride. Great visibility and good lighting at night.

[@MrGriff305-d3u]

300 HP is solid.. Still seems like a tiny engine tho😅

[@V8EngineSound]

I feel a high level of quality that I don't expect from an entry-level trim. The face design doesn't overemphasize the car's strength and expresses the sincereness, and I really like this new Explorer.

[@pfwww12]

I like how you compared it to the Pathfinder. That's the only Asian Brand Suv that had a re design that can appeal to American buyers. You know your stuff Raiti!!!!!🏆

[@Thedentshield]

Love the explorer 👍 thanks for all the awesome videos!

[@TheSilverboy31]

This puts my 2020 XLT to shame lol , lease is up in November definitely thinking of picking one of these up , great Review !

[@i_Lunardi89]

I love my 2020 xlt tho still looks great and drivers nice! Better then my wife’s 2022 Toyota Highlander

[@CR7Update]

that base models almost has the same amount of features as my 2012 LIMITED explorer! crazy

[@RaitisRides]

Things have changed for sure but so have the prices.

[@CyberHawk2024]

Certainly. I’m sure this car has a few upgrade packages, other than that it’s nice

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

The $48k price (almost $50k) might be a bit high for a base trim but it looks nice and has some nice features, probably should have wireless charging and ventilated seats for that price tag. But it really looks nice and no doubt it beats a Nissan Pathfinder.

[@Towlie101]

It doesn't beat the price tag

[@brikwil]

The true base price is $39K for RWD. The $48K price tag on this one is because it has 4WD and the "comfort package." I have this identical vehicle except in "vapor blue" and I absolutely love it. AMAZING value for the price.

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

[@RaySmith-ee4hd]

Very impressive for an entry level trim. 5.5 sec 0-60 is nothing to sneeze at. I bet these sell as fast as Ford can build them.

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

A great looking SUV.....sharp. Perfect trim for me. USA USA.....thanks for the comedy Joe. PS: I'm OK with the prop rod for the hood as I know one thing for, sure you'll NEVER have to replace hood struts...lol. Cheers !

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Mike for letting me bring it all to you!

[@RaySmith-ee4hd]

Joe, seeing this trim has me thinking pretty much because how much it looks like the police version. Have you ever thought thought about reviewing police versions? I think it would be very interesting and fun to do a comparison between the Explorer and Tahoe police spec versions.

[@JBM425]

That would be interesting! 🚓

[@ArthurBenetton]

I like this Active trim - it feels like what early Explorers were before SUV's (as a segment) became pure family cars. The Active trim has a sense of utility - the cheaper plastics and trims make it feel more like a truck, in a good way. Cool car, and kudos to Ford for keeping it RWD.

[@J.W.W.]

Active with AWD starts around $43,000. The car he’s reviewing has a LOT of options. For instance, the base Active AWD has 18” wheels, not 20”.

[@chairrider2462]

Correct. Mine is a base model. The 18" wheels with traditional light truck tires do ride really well. Folks forget that the sidewalls of the tires are a big part of your suspension! Mine has the bench seat and only 4 drive modes too. Mine stickered at just under $43k.

[@Taurusboy07]

Lol, 9:35, Joe said banana or small things, “well you maybe kind of use to playing with small things”, lol 😆. You are hilarious.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the laughs and the SUVs with you!

[@Taurusboy07]

@@RaitisRides Absolutely 😆😀. You are the best.

[@pfwww12]

No doubt about it. The Ford Explorer is thee most Sporty capable Suv out there. I paused the video in the beginning just to gaze at its capability and American appeal aesthetics 🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@MarcusTurner-b5p]

Nice video keep up the good work Joe

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you Marcus! I really appreciate that so very much!

[@jeremysomeone]

Great review as usual! Very informative.

[@helloyu6270]

Climate, volume knob, and seek knob should all be physical in my opinion.

[@chairrider2462]

I agree. That would have been better. But the way the new screen and controls is set up, it is still easier to use than my wife's 2024 Edge SEL. On her car you spend too much time with your eyes off the road just to change the fan speed. On the new Explorer you can one touch the fan speed up or down a notch.

[@stealthfighter2923]

That is not a base Active. It’s an Active with options. Most of what he showed are options not standard

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

Amazing review Joe.

[@pfwww12]

Shout out to Florida too. All your POVs always show American cars breezing by.

[@natelove187]

The Ford Explorer is so well put together 🍷 ❤ it

[@blardpurple5442]

I want Joe to "Break In" my next new Explorer with the constant Pedal to the floor Full throttle pulls on a Brand New Motor and parking it Hot after the test drive. That Turbo should be nice and Coked up the the New owner! 🤣 Nice work Joe!

[@chairrider2462]

I have to agree that the ten speed is really great in the 25 model!

[@CaptainCJ97]

I just remembered the old version had the stupid large vertical ipad glad they got rid of it

[@davonne225]

electric assist for the passenger is impressive, wheels are nice too for a base trim. Wow the active ford explorer has more features than the LT Traverse other than the Traverse having the Super Cruise feature. Yes the horn button has been a zonk for a while, year 2000 vibes. Seats are decent though. Beefy are rests are nice

[@peterstgeorge7542]

But how does it compare to its American couter part..the Acadia ?? both new both very similar but which is better ?

[@tomdrummy4984]

Not bad for entry level trim…….but should be $42k ish……..but it is 2024 ! I like the pathfinder

[@GP80888]

I’m just glad they got rid of the glued on IPad.

[@GaddZZooks]

I really can’t believe some dealers still paint their name on vehicles they sell.

[@RaitisRides]

They will take that off because it is just a sticker

[@srsg-wy8tr]

Where is it painted?

[@javy.airlines]

I ❤️ Those Ford Explorers🚙💨!

[@johngolembiewski2693]

Great review! I actually just test drove one today and was impressed with the quality of the “base” trim. What’s your thoughts of this particular trim when compared to the 2024 Grand Cherokee?

[@gansodonald1502]

That´s the base model??, looks pretty good!

[@davidp2888]

I'll take Ford over Nissan every day, all day!

[@darkivaz-aaa1145]

LMFAO. Enjoy that fire pit ford.

[@FordEnthusiast413]

⁠I think you are confusing Ford with KIA/Hyundai 😂

[@davidp2888]

@@darkivaz-aaa1145 I've owned several Fords, never had a problem. Owned one Nissan, it was the worst car I ever had.

[@Koorroo]

​@@davidp2888if you own several cars of any brand ,at some point you will have issues. That tells me , you are talking trash.

[@darkivaz-aaa1145]

@@FordEnthusiast413 Hyundai/KIA is light years behind Ford's notoriously recalls. Last week Ford just issued 85k Exploder Police Interceptors for engine catching fire. Laugh at that fanboy.

[@soidus]

Man, most features are standard in all trims, you don't have to go for the highest one. Noticed how they started doing this with the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus, good to know that they're taking this route as default.

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Love your car video

[@RaitisRides]

You are the man! Thanks for watching!

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

@@RaitisRides Welcome

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

Hey Joe, I saw online today the undisguised pics of the interior/exterior of the 2025 Expedition. Let's just say it looks... interesting 🤨

[@zachpowers-yy4fq]

im loving my 2020 xlt

[@skyward_shots]

Have a 2022 expedition max. Looking to get into something smaller and less pricey with the gas. This might be it.

[@protekdefense]

Great review

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me bring it to you!

[@JohnR9965]

I have a 2022 Timberline 2.3... For a 4 cylinder it has plenty of power and is smooth as can be. Catch-can installed from day 1….As far as longevity I don’t really care. Might go for the ST next year.

[@MrGriff305-d3u]

Amazing tha a 4 cylinder has that much power, but it just seems like it'd be undersized and wouldn't last as well

[@davidwilmot9895]

Is this the same 2.3 from the previous gen Ranger? I didnt mind that one at ALL

[@awhytchannel]

😊 That wasn't a Costco ad slipped in there right? If so that was really good.

[@RaitisRides]

Not at all. I just like sharing some fun!

[@awhytchannel]

@@RaitisRides Gotcha, 😆 Costco is important to some car buyers.

[@lamelmamentada1864]

Really look awesome da explorer 😮😮😮

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you are digging this one.

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

Yes of course Joe and I would test drive this.

[@2011Heavenscent]

This guy is good.

[@darkivaz-aaa1145]

Joe my boy, can you do a review on the 2025 Ford Explorer Police version. The front is going to look the same as the 2020-2024 model and the rear changes.

[@RaitisRides]

I will try to track one down. I did one on the previous generation.

[@alvinyiu]

you can get a pathfinder rockcreek with 4wd at the entry level price of explorer active trim

[@RaitisRides]

Doesn't have the same tech though on the interior.

[@francodangelo332]

Great presentation

[@fordmuscleluis9710]

Nice refresh ford explorer for the 2025 model year including the front end tail lamps and dashboard

[@chairrider2462]

Yes! That and the reprogrammed 10 speed really make it nicer!

[@jcjbike]

Nissan is a six cylinder a d less expensive. I sat in a 25 explorer and one thing that was a real issue for me was visibility. The screen comes up 2-3 inches above the dash and for some odd reason, there is a large black coating in the windshield that makes looking slightly to the right difficult. Meaning there is maybe 5-6 inches between the screen and the rear view mirror to see out. To me, it’s a deal breaker. That, and a four cylinder

[@shamako4ever718]

Alright Joe let’s we what this Ford Explorer will do for us!

[@chairrider2462]

I just bought one of these two weeks ago as a trade up from my 22 Maverick. I was very impressed! Especially at how much torque that mill puts to the ground thru that reprogrammed 10 speed. Just starting to loosen up with break in. Getting 24 mpg in mixed driving and really enjoying it. MSRP on mine was just under $43k. Mine is a base Active with 4x4 and no other options. I notice yours there has fog lamps and heated wheel and 6 drive modes. Mine has 4 drive modes and no lamps or heated wheel. Mine has the rear bench vice captain chairs too. I think mine is more base than yours there! Still, an awesome vehicle.

[@johnbobbryan]

Audio was a little rough in this review

[@drift3rkid66]

300 horsepower out of a turbo 4 cylinder?! Amazing!!! Whats the 3.0 have for horsepower? Do you know Joe?

[@dysanmf2h]

400'

[@drift3rkid66]

@@dysanmf2h My goodness!!! Nice!!! 😁👍

[@chairrider2462]

300 hp and over 300 ftlbs of torque. Torque is what moves you. This mill makes the car feel effortless! My son has the 400 hp ST top of the line. That things just crazy! I'm happy with my Active and it cost over $20k less than his ST.

[@michaelsheedy]

Disappointed that Ford didn't put the Nautilus hybrid powertrain in this refreshed Explorer. Farley talks hybrid, hybrid, but refreshed Explorer and Bronco Sport get same powertrains.

[@pauldimaranan8187]

Ford will be always my favorite!!!

[@magnoliap5824]

No, Pathfinder all day! NA V6! Of course I might be driving one…😂

[@CarGeek360]

I prefer the Pathfinder though they’re both great choices, the Pilot and Pallisade/Telluride are fantastic too, but I’d go Pathfinder personally, not a fan of the current Highlander, Traverse, Enclave, or Acadia tbh

[@CarGeek360]

I left the CX90 out of this as I feel it slots right in between the mainstream choices (such as the Pathfinder, Pallisade, etc) and the luxury choices (such as the MDX, Aviator, etc) depending on trim level, I left the Grand Highlander out of this discussion too as it’s larger than the rest of the competition, both of those are also great vehicles, I feel the Pathfinder and Palisade/Telluride provide the best value in the segment, but that’s just my opinion

[@Spartan5420]

My wife and I are trying to decide between this and a jeep grand Cherokee L. This looks like a lot more fun to drive.

[@chrisfults8871]

Jeep is junk. Buy this instead. Jeep has a lot of electrical issues.

[@kervensferdinand669]

Wait for the jeep grand Cherokee l 2025 hurricane engine

[@LordStevenStone]

Can’t go wrong with 1.50 hot dog from Costco

[@internetuser736]

Can never go wrong. Love those things

[@chairrider2462]

Unless they give you bad gurgle gut! ;-)

[@LordStevenStone]

@@chairrider2462 lol

[@Tbcycoji]

😂 . . . That Starbucks drink , does it really exist ?

[@rickjames6867]

Very nice entry level SUV.

[@WorldThruMyCameraLens]

The grill should be full matte black

[@enteriprse33]

North Carolina

[@JohnR9965]

No spare tire or a space for one on the 2025?

[@rastageorge9194]

There is a temp. spare beneath the floor in the luggage area in the back.

[@leobardobivianomedia]

50k is wild

[@Kellettcj71]

Nice looking vehicle with some needed revisions over previous generation. However, $49k for base trim and over $60 for top? That’s a hard sell when you consider Telluride and Palisades two trims can be had for mid $50’s. A little less power but the interior quality and features of those two trumps the Explorer. US mfg are becoming uncompetitive on price.

[@brydcsd]

3:22 did I hear 'bow tie'?

[@RaitisRides]

Possibly?!?

[@elgatosamurai9517]

@@RaitisRides😂😂

[@digressor]

Previously, I was obsessed on finding the best family 3-row crossover based on automotive reviews, but I later realized that it’s hard to gauge it as it would depend on you and your family’s needs and your budget as well. While this Explorer looks good compared to the Pathfinder, the Pathfinder’s feature set fits our needs better plus it’s cheaper. And also, I had a bad experience with Ford products - poor build quality, i.e., loose interior trims, rattles and squeaks, etc.

[@mattfillman1182]

50K for a four banger. Crazy.

[@jimkonopetski3198]

I believe the base engine in the Chevrolet Traverse is a bit more powerful as well.

[@agaragar21]

Screen is SLOOOOOW !.......................Garage!..........also the interior looks like a Taxi

[@U_Wanna_Clap]

idk Joe Moe. Can I trust an Explorer to last me 2miles?

[@RaitisRides]

I guess it depends on who you ask?

[@Letsberealish]

I like playing with myself, so these features work for me.

[@RaitisRides]

That is fantastic to hear!

[@CaptainCJ97]

( ͠° ͟ʖ ͡°)

[@x6King6x]

That front end is a thumb downs for me. Preferred the previous refreshed.

[@Sr_Coll]

How Much Cost ?

[@CrazyPetez]

I don’t buy Japanese or Korean vehicles, so a Ford hits the spot.

[@TrazimDollare1982]

Yes it is Joe, Yes it is

[@kevinminne1460]

I'll take the Nissan Pathfinder!

[@DavidRodriguez-cg2mw]

They never really review a base model vehicle. The base model active doesn’t have fog lights or them wheels.

[@RaitisRides]

This is the entry trim for the 2025 Explorer

[@DavidRodriguez-cg2mw]

It has the comfort package doesn’t it ? which gives you 20 inch wheels and more things right? I’m not being a a hole. I’m just saying it’s not a true base model or entry level

[@kendalson7100]

I can put my Teresa Brewer records back there.

[@alanklaus7774]

For hauling kids to Little League ay 48k not bad

[@ronnieblea4422]

These are such nice vehicles but you have to get an off the wall color for them to not look like police vehicles.

[@midhunkjairaj4124]

Only problem is No wireless charger and ventilated seats Otherwise it's a superb SUV

[@RaitisRides]

It is the base thouigh

[@chairrider2462]

@@RaitisRides Mine phone isn't capable of wireless charging. Not something I will miss.

[@keithkornatoski9162]

Good Idea .. get a Costco dog and soda for $1.50 and test drive a Pilot Trailsport for the same $$$

[@CaptainCJ97]

Having the hood come up just seems unnecessary to add to that suvs & trucks already have a hard time seejng people especially kids & teens . I like the 2023 front end compared to the new

[@dragonballzpop]

3:21 blacked out bowtie center cap 😂 anyone else catch that

[@RaitisRides]

Oppps..... you are good!

[@AbdulRahim-cu7y]

Hello! Do you edit videos yourself or have you hired someone? I’m an editor and would be glad to discuss it if you’re interested

[@latasha6288]

No wireless charging for $48k is a shame.

[@johnwhaley8445]

That price is redonkulous for what u get 40k max especially knowing there going to be recalls

[@xL0stKIlah]

No economy car is worth even 10k

[@marcuswright8418]

Third row on the pathfinder is better compared to this. Of course GM’s are the best for mid-size third row seating.

[@amill1563]

Oh no I would never watch youtube whilst moving.

[@NZ-cv5cj]

The idea of spilling my coffee every week on my electric shifting dial bugs me and zonks this off my list. The tack on tablet is tacky too.. Nissan, Chevrolet and Kia doing it alot better at comparable prices.

[@Yvieorto]

It looks like a 2016 ford explorer in the front to me😢