Is the All-New 2020 Ford Explorer ST Worthy of the "ST" Badge?

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When Ford gave us the Edge ST last year, it was an unanimous disappointment across the board. Completely unworthy of the coveted ST badge in the Ford lineup. For 2020, Ford is looking to rectify things with the all-new #ExplorerST. Built on an entirely new rear drive platform with up to 400 HP on tap. This new version was designed with an ST trim level from the start. The all-new 6th generation #FordExplorer is designed to be the most performance oriented and capable #Explorer ever. While the #ST badge also makes it the most powerful and fun Explorer that #Ford has ever built.

[@theredline]

Good morning guys! This was a vehicle that you all have requested constantly so we're pleased to finally post our review on the 2020 Explorer ST! Big shoutout to the Automotive Video Association (AVA) for inviting us out to Washington state to film 8 vehicles this weekend! We do want to apologize for the slight wind noise in some areas of this video.... The weather was unpredictable in the Pacific Northwest as usual. The Explorer ST is definitely Ford's answer to the awful Edge ST, but let us know if you think this truck is worthy of the ST badge in the comments below!

[@thatpersiandude7386]

Redline Reviews do a review on the jeep srt 6.4

[@dapumpdabaroski3026]

Hey man great review!! I believe they only use the top half of that screen because they dont want us to look too far down and away from the road

[@streetkiazNewMexico]

2019 Optima ?

[@naveenkrishnamurthy7576]

ZirZamin production ! Safer bet than the trackhawk

[@Drewtownvids98]

I wish ford will come out with a expedition st with the raptor highput ecoboost engine...

[@dchawk81]

Civilians should not be allowed to own these because it confuses me. I lost count of the number of times I've needlessly obeyed the law.

[@Abdullah..S]

You must have been doing 55 all the time

[@zoom3d90]

Well stop going on yellow light and do illegal u turns lol

[@dcjohnson2490]

This comment would make the perfect member with the picture of the Explorer if it already isn't.

[@t436]

LOL police cars don't have signature lighting. If the headlights got the pretty LED "signature" surround, you can stop driving 28 in a 35 in front of me. Police lights are headlights and orange park lights.If you happen to run into a Base explorer they look more like a police than the rest.

[@XavierMathewsEntertainment]

Agreed.

[@Taurusboy07]

I think it is the best looking Explorer ever. I love the look of it. It has a great road presence.

[@joshua9073]

Did you buy one yet ?

[@harrygirton1324]

@@joshua9073 my cousin has one and I got to say it is a really good car nothing to complain about

[@EyeVan97]

Looks like cop car

[@whosthis1230]

@@EyeVan97 🤦‍♂️

[@asco56]

change the title to "everything I don't like with the Ford Explorer st"

[@djaftermath4313]

Yeah, for real. Complains alot

[@jamessimmons3921]

Sounds like a female on her period 🤦‍♂️

[@djaftermath4313]

@@jamessimmons3921 Indeed!

[@Fyrewyrd]

I prefer the 2010 and possibly the last years model but i hate this look and rear wheel? no thanks. did they kill the corner handling?

[@mannyelectechm.e.t421]

Exactly

[@stanleygedeon3452]

I think this is the best looking explorer 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@romeomk510]

*Circular fog lamps are played out, man.* Ford made the right choice on this one.

[@Clonglomerate]

Romeo MK right! Circular lamps are played out! Not sure if this guy is reviewing this SUV.

[@jessewoody5772]

Two things wrong with the fog lights. 1- to be used as actual functioning fog lights they are actually mounted too high. 2- LED lights are unsatisfactory as fog lights as they are too white and do nothing but give glare back. These, like most "fog" lights are nothing more than style. Also, if the headlights cannot be turned off when using the fogs they are more than useless

[@KevinP32270]

AGREED!

[@scottbroughton9225]

quest 77051 l U

[@WheresJoshJ]

agreed

[@jamesryanwigley]

You’re extremely nitpicky!! I think it looks fantastic and let’s be thankful it’s a real rwd platform. Finally proper proportions

[@john12892]

For that price range? You need to be picky or you just look like an idiot with money.

[@66skate]

Nothing says nitpicky like complaining about the key fob.

[@Anomize23]

Super Bad handling in snow though for rwd and also it’s heavy which you will regret when turning.

[@66skate]

@@Anomize23 No snow here,so no worries for me.

[@Clonglomerate]

James Wigley I agree with you! He seems to be extremely nick picky, almost seems intentional. Just my opinion as compared with other reviews I’ve seen for this vehicle! I’ve seen a blue ST and was shocked it was actually an Explorer!

[@devongee1776]

I'm honestly surprised how hard he went on this exterior. This is my favorite looking explorer yet but I haven't seen one in red in person. I've seen a couple of the dark blue ones coming and leaving the Ford dealer near my house and I think they look plenty imposing and powerful. Certainly should fit right in as a police interceptor with an added Bull Bar .

[@JJones2011]

Devon Gee he is hard biased. I could only take about 8 minutes. If I were Ford I wouldn’t give him anything ever to review.

[@johnnydwyer4261]

Should he have lied and said all great things about the FORD? He is doing this for consumers who want to get the best option for a lot of money and care about what they purchase. He's not doing this for Ford fanboys and girls. He knows already if those people haven't learned a king time ago, they'll NEVER LEARN. I would never again buy another Ford, wouldn't lease, and wouldn't keep one if it was given to me for free, would trade it in immediately.

[@devongee1776]

@@JJones2011 I would disagree I think Ford learns a lot from their consumers and journalists and assuming the Platinum trim shares most if not all of Sofyan's criticisms, I would say that they indeed should do something about their interior if they plan to be competitive with the likes of the Palisade and the Atlas and the other segment bosses.

[@Z3sty367]

I cant stand the look either i like the interior but that front looks like someone with brain damage.

[@anthonyschroeder521]

Clearly didn't finish the video then. The second half is extremely positive. He starts with critiques, and moves onto the parts that work best for it (particularly driving experience). But I personally don't like the look of it either honestly. 'imposing' is another way of wording 'ponderous' hahaha.

[@pggarthw8]

He sure has a entitled attitude in this video. Dude, it's a Ford. Not a $100k Mercedes. All the negativity you have on this car is kind of annoying. Show the features of the car, not all the hating on every little detail that "you don't like". Annoying.

[@DarthNero]

pggarthw8 when Ford is asking 60k for this, yes, you should point out the flaws. also what Sofyan stating his opinion and don’t translate to yours.

[@2003evodave]

Andrew Draxlar no one will be paying the MSRP price for it so your point is a bit weak.

[@DarthNero]

2003evodave Demand determines if the vehicle is worth the MSRP price tag. If it’s worth the MSRP, people would pay and dealer do not need to offer discounts. So if you’re getting discounts is an indicator that it’s not worth the MSRP and you’re still over paying even with the discount. That’s why they do it so people like you think you’re getting a good deal when it actually isn’t. My point is to always set your standard high, the more you’re asked to pay. Otherwise you just blowing money away.

[@RagingBad]

Now say it without crying

[@dchawk81]

I nitpicked my $24,000 Fusion. Whatchu talkin bout.

[@JeffHowell]

I actually love the look of the new Explorer. I've owned a couple versions of the Explorer (06 & 13) and I think this one looks the best

[@Davido50]

Me too

[@gn3ricc]

What happened to the 06 and 13? Still own them?

[@JeffHowell]

@@gn3ricc no. traded 06 on the 13 and sold the 13 for a Fusion Hybrid. Needed something more fuel efficient

[@g.r.2985]

...and you’re still alive now to comment? Wow, lucky guy!!

[@t436]

Ive seen the new ones in person when I got my outgoing 19 and they look like crap unless you go ST. They look like a horrible Xterra refresh in real life.

[@MegaMusek]

Consumer: I want an iPad in my car Ford Engineer: Say less

[@edb.8388]

LOL

[@caalcb7]

Consumer : I want an iPad in my car Ford engineer : say no more.

[@MegaMusek]

@@caalcb7 necessary?

[@66skate]

@@caalcb7 Some people hate the screen, but the more I see it, the more practical it looks with the ability to have several functions open at the same time and they're large enough to be easily visible.

[@dokitoprito7742]

Back in the days when people modify their infotainment with ipads and android tablets and they were satisfied. Now, people complain because auto makers include those touchscreen tablet like infotainment system. 🤷🏼‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️

[@nelsonquinnell7656]

Intro was a bit dramatic for an Explorer.

[@RoyalFizzbin]

Nelson Quinnell The Ford Explorer is constructed from concentrated American strength and organic pixie dust.

[@Davido50]

Explorer deserves it. #1 SUV in history. Are you a foreigner?

[@KOLAkola]

U 😂😂😂

[@masterreach97]

David Klimmek yes and so are you, considering everyone migrated to America 🥴

[@nobunaga-oda]

@@Davido50 😒👎🏼 Dodge Durango is better especially Durango srt 💪🏼

[@printerslady]

I just bought a white Explorer ST yesterday. I love it!!

[@JW-xl3yx]

printerslady any issues yet? I may go buy one tmw. In between Either white or red st fully loaded or the Platinum loaded. Any feedback?

[@ryanmccormick]

Am I watching the Olympics or a car review

[@minivanlinda1762]

Omg that's hilarious! 😂😭💀

[@Monkeyseemonkey79]

He's the Bob Costa of automotive journalists.

[@JonBecker81]

Or a General Patton pep talk?

[@angeldustfairy]

I dont get it....

[@JonBecker81]

Akilah the opening music is just kind of random.

[@mrgumbwit5307]

I love the Bang & Olufsen speakers that Ford is putting in their new models. Fantastic

[@garrettbrainis]

MrGumbwit The B&O system in the current F-150 is a HUGE improvement over the old generation’s Sony sound system. Was not worth the extra change at all.

[@harvardford8752]

Garrett Brainis this statement is quite contradicting. You say it’s a huge improvement but you also say it’s not worth the extra change. Make up your mind please 😂

[@garrettbrainis]

Harvard Ford Meant the old one was not worth the extra money.

[@IamJay02]

I'd say this is worthy of the ST badge but the ford edge ST isn't.

[@theeconomicsofthings9752]

DisneyChannelFlow 2 My 2001 Buick is more worthy of the ST badge

[@jeffreya8329]

Zaki Sadiqi 😂

[@cohenj4037]

the edge should’ve been given this engine option and the explorer gotten a more powerful 450 or 500 engine

[@wagrj5738]

continental=taurus navigator=expedition aviator=explore mkz=fusion mkx=edge mkc=escape they need a 700HP lincoln mustang to compete w lexus rc

[@jermainec2462]

They don't have enough sense to keep making cars ... They think everyone wants a SUV / crossover things

[@66skate]

All but #1 are correct. Continental/Fusion.... Taurus/MKS.

[@66skate]

@Ike N Depends on what year. Earlier platform is Taurus/MKS, newer is Fusion, Continental,Mondeo.

[@66skate]

@Ike N MKS and Continental are 2 different cars.

[@66skate]

@Ike N D3 is the name of a Ford Motor Company vehicle architecture designed to underpin full-size cars such as the Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS. The D3 platform replaces the Ford Panther platform and has been replaced by the CD4 platform, itself expected to be replaced by the new T6 platform.

[@Trevorl-fo7vr]

Ford is killing the game with the new explorer. Your reviews are very professional and well done, props!. Perhaps a little bit of a jaded perspective at times with the new explorer after working at a Ford dealer Sofyan?

[@EdMiF]

C&D did a comparison with this and other similar SUVs, it didn't fair too well with them.

[@joshua9073]

He is always harsh & opinionated

[@mfwhite1998]

Sitting 3 people in that 3rd row comfortably is unrealistic, that’s why didn’t try to put a extra seat back there.

[@atx-cvpi_99]

And it's not an Expedition

[@t436]

The last gen was based of the now dead Taurus, I have no clue what this gen's excuse is. My 2019 3rd row is actually decent but I'm Kevin Hard short.

[@DBryan1981]

Plus you can get a bench middle seat instead of captain's chairs, so you actually can seat 8.

[@lukenoll2239]

FACTS

[@rothethan4112]

I can’t be the only one who LOVES this car? I think it looks great, only thing I don’t like is that I don’t like the screen. Other than that, I think this car is beautiful.

[@gumbly]

All the whining is coming from butthurt losers who bought some underpowered family bus that has no character or attitude. The Explorer ST is in a class all by itself.

[@JBrown-go8ru]

@@gumbly I agree. It’s the, Telluride, Palisades, Highlander, crowd, feeling awful about their underpowered family hauler.

[@amandacasillas6798]

I own this car and I absolutely love it !! I was considering a telluride but went for this instead and I don’t regret it.

[@JBrown-go8ru]

@@amandacasillas6798 Great choice. My wife just bought an Iconic Silver ST. I took in before it even had 200 miles, for an XPEL clear bra, for about $2500. Ceramic tint all around, including panoramic windows up top, went in before Christmas. It’s a beautiful vehicle.

[@rothethan4112]

@@amandacasillas6798 that’s good! I love these cars!!!

[@danielallan2537]

Tesla puts a gigantic “tv sized” screen in its cars and everyone thinks it is okay? But ford does the same and it is ugly and afterthought? SMH

[@bradr7719]

I could see where most post are coming from the screen in the explorer looks more like a after than looking integrated like the Tesla

[@josemigueljr]

Teslas follows a theme and it all ties together. Same with ram it centers around the screen is obviously thought out. This ford its obvious they just slapped it on there as an afterthought.

[@kaitlynlewis1618]

I’m not even going to watch this video! All I’m going to say is how dare you guys question that!!! The Ford Explorer ST is frickin’ amazing!

[@kdavid123186able]

This is exactly what I wanted. Only sporty family car I can think of is Durango SRT. Most guys I know always wants that compromise of family fun car. Instead, something like this is perfect

[@JoseLopez-vp8vu]

kdavid123186able - Ford employee 🤣

[@johnnydwyer4261]

Hyundai/Kia/Genesis has all these Companies shook up. You'll see an all new Pilot, Highlander, Traverse, and what ever Mazda has to offer. Ford, Subaru, and VW already ran to the drawing board.

[@04Ryan]

Johnny Dwyer yeah and the kia, hyundai are like 50k? If chevy honda etc were smart they’d lower the price so more ppl would buy the pilot, traverse ese, acida, yukon etc... cause most ppl cant afford the 50k plus cars so what the point in making them???

[@chadhanson4369]

While there are many competitors the Durango really started this market in 2011 with the 5.7L hemi (even though they put it in the Durango before too) I agree Subaru is slow and behind pretty much everybody else in material quality and features. But look at a Dodge Durango RT or SRT interior at a dealership nearby and you would be amazed. It’s nicer than my moms 2016 Mercedes GLA but that’s all the technology they put into it, which they’ve actually been doing since 2015 and 2011

[@AkiraSieghart]

I think it's an excellent looking SUV that's a great value...in a few years when the used price drops.

[@Painfulwhale360]

When I first saw this model revealed I was totally underwhelmed.. but I saw one a few weeks ago in person and I could clearly see all the differences. Great looking vehicle in the ST trim!

[@ZachGrabill]

That gauge cluster is a hard pass. That lag is incredible

[@htchero7]

Brought to you by Android cupcake

[@KOLAkola]

Right built ford tough 😂

[@nobunaga-oda]

@@KOLAkola 😂👍🏻

[@T16-s5o]

@@KOLAkola that is only for their trucks which are the only trucks that pass all aspects of the iihs test. The SUV and sedans are "built Ford proud"

[@T16-s5o]

@@nobunaga-oda why are you talking FCA is like a pretty women, except underneath she has all the diseases and STD in the book

[@giovannepersona3601]

Kudos to Ford for their turbocharged V6 engines.. Really good numbers!

[@Ronniezim]

I recently picked up an Audi SQ5, which I’m super happy with. Although if I was looking as cars like this, I think I’d pick this over the Ascent or other vehicles in the class. This one seems a little fun, and I think the explorer looks the least minivan-ish.

[@Ronniezim]

Serge Malebranche If it was completely up to me, I may have picked the BMW. My wife really likes the look of the Q5 and Audi’s in general, so I had to work in that constraint..

[@aayangoverski3437]

I think that Ford did a fantastic job with the infotainment system. Bravo Ford!

[@RUSHVLOGZ_Official-Doha]

You were just too determined to roast the car completely I guess you’ve some personal issues with Ford

[@joshua9073]

He does that often

[@mattX5]

He told the truth, sorry you don’t agree lol.

[@KManzini]

Very nit-picky quips for an otherwise fantastic looking and performing SUV...

[@StoneXue]

I thought he was pretty spot on. I would call it nitpicky if it was a 32,000 vehicle but its a 60,000 vehicle. You should expect more than what ford is offering here for 60k.

[@davis6123]

Just look up the 2020 Explorer/Aviator issues and recalls.

[@dchawk81]

@@StoneXue Yeah the problem is it really is a 32,000 vehicle. If you know what I'm sayin'.

[@dchawk81]

@HaB22 Comments like this are obviously from a mind too small to bother arguing.

[@ramonejc]

Think the reviewer is over doing it and being very picky.

[@francej9754]

He always is/does. He thinks everything American is garbage pretty much. As do all these youtuber reviewers

[@bobalobalie]

THANK YOU!!! THIS GUY IS ANNOYING!!! I COULDN’T STAND THE REVIEW. It was just an attack video almost.

[@crossocean5663]

American cars are in general shit. Guess why you don’t sell outside of the US

[@lash9400]

I think he reflects a lot of American consumers who can be quite picky.

[@dchawk81]

When you're looking at taking on the payment for a $60,000 vehicle, you become picky too. An old used car nobody cares about. $900 a month for 6 years is different.

[@Benpelastine]

The exhaust is way too quiet for my taste, but a great amount of power for its class

[@-Loki--]

24:05 priceless reaction, I always enjoy watching those. Always quality reviews on this channel.

[@Crazynacky]

TECHNICALLY, you can use full screen Waze if you disable CarPlay and use the Waze app in sync. Kind of a neat feature. CarPlay/Sync definitely needs an update to take advantage of all the portrait screens coming out. I recently purchased a 2020 Platinum and a lot of the interior issues are addressed by having considerably more leather and a light interior color option.

[@T16-s5o]

That's because the ST is built off the XLT and the Platinum is more unique

[@Crazynacky]

T 15 Good point, but only on interior ST=stiffer suspension than rest, thicker roll bars, and higher tune engine Platinum=much more leather, light interior option, more acoustic glass, and regular suspension components.

[@junz2445]

This background music is not necessary Sofyan!

[@michellet1231]

I am in the market for a 3 row SUV. I fell in love with the Aviator and tested the ST just to see. I had the exact same reaction you had while driving the ST. It is SO FREAKING FUN. And it WILL get you in trouble because the speed is effortless.

[@suhailahmed4449]

This is definately an amazing explorer

[@kevynwilliams5435]

This Car Is So Fast 💯💯💯

[@hereigoagain5050]

I like Ford's new design language & the looks of the Explorer. Big thumbs up for using rear-wheel drive. I think it will complement their new hybrid/EV vehicles, and be a hit.

[@normap1229]

400 horsepower. I would just be afraid the kids might wake up. 😂😂🤣🤣

[@Toddturnerjr.]

Norma P lmao

[@ferreo1374]

Never heard anyone say this about the Durango SRT that has 475hp and a monstrous V8. Seems like a lot of hate for Ford.

[@lawrencelee9860]

I bought one and Love it ! even in Sport Mode I consistently get 22mpg and I do Not drive gently

[@okay_then8472]

Patiently awaiting a 2020 Lincoln Aviator review.

[@michaelcedeno4123]

Okay_Then fr man, I’ve been asking that for long time

[@theredline]

We've asked Lincoln for one a few times... Feel free to tweet Lincoln to see if we can push them a long a bit faster ;)

[@sirfriendzone1228]

@@theredline In Europe, Ford puts the plugin hybrid from the Aviator in their Explorer performance models which make them significantly faster than this ST. It would be cool if they started doing that in the US.

[@JJones2011]

Redline Reviews so you completely trash that one too? I wouldn’t give you anything.

[@steveduby4115]

Sounds like there isn't much about this thing that you like

[@NubianF150]

He even nit picks the key fob. If you put a BMW or Audi badge on it, he would have loved it lol!

[@lloydybenoit6766]

,both Audi and Bmw are luxury and extremely unreliable . Got it , buy the new explorer and review it after 6 months, they are having problems with them already ,google 2020 ford explorer problems just like the new Toyota supra/Real BMW ,they r recalled to exchange them bc they can not fix their problem.

[@kelvinl8984]

Agree. He is so biased. You cannot take him seriously.

[@andyr.8050]

KZbinwatcher2511 you nailed it!

[@averagedriving3979]

“I don’t like this, I don’t like that.... blah blah blah” It is literally the best explorer ever made

[@emkira3]

Did, ...did Ford just superglue a tablet to the dash??

[@04Ryan]

emkira3 Basically, and it 55k... and the pilots that dont have jt are 45 tops.. so ur already saving 10k for fun or you can get a pilot for 35k... thats a relible car that can easily go to 200k miles...

[@jasonallen1979]

Lol

[@heidernheinreich4827]

It's so tacky

[@heidernheinreich4827]

And just lazy

[@frostbite1991]

yea, and they forgot about the start button so an engineer hastily drilled a hole under the vent and stuck it there. who tf reaches under their dash vent to start their vehicle? stupid design

[@Jbroehl]

Tip for anyone considering the ST but who dislikes the large vertical tablet screen. Just don't add the $999 "Premium Technology Package" which adds the vertical tablet, massaging seats, and 2 extra sound system speakers. I don't need any of those extras and I prefer the smaller horizontal screen

[@Crazynacky]

Jesse Broehl It’s a shame on every video the majority of comments focus and harp on that screen that will be only on a small percentage of vehicles.

[@glent5659]

Love this guy's reviews, but I think this Explorer looks great.

[@kilo3-186]

Yea he lost me when he said the fog lights should have circles...

[@66skate]

@@kilo3-186 Round fog lights wouldn't blend with anything on the car. Those remind me of older generation Mustangs.

[@kilo3-186]

@@66skate circles are basic, easy for designers who lack creativity

[@rothethan4112]

So do I.

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

I lost it with the iPad style infotainment screen... so horrible

[@geneinpennsylvania]

I bought the triple black ST and so far love it . Love the exterior look most of all .Interior very comfortable .Technology is A+ Displays are varied Lots of options PEACE

[@mikezerker6925]

Love to see Soyfan having (unexpected) fun in a family SUV! This is what the Edge ST should have been, I hope that Ford upgrades it with the next refresh!

[@mikezerker6925]

Ike N that’s sad 😔

[@Jbroehl]

You said: "Fun...I don't know if that's a high deciding factor in this segment." You bet it is. I'm the target market and I've ordered one. I need an SUV with space for our two young children but I'm not compromising with a van or a man sedan (4-door truck). This has power for days, corners on rails, and is super fun to drive while still offering space for a family. And it looks better than most other SUVs

[@mybro727]

Probably the worst infotainment system I’ve seen in a while. Around 7:57 it’s taking nearly 20 seconds after the engine is started for the system to finish booting up. It’s so laggy, slow and glitchy. Even in the Lincoln Aviator Ford’s Sync3 system does that. Smh Edit: at 10:19 even the digits gauge cluster is sluggish. C’mon Ford.🤦🏽‍♂️ But I will say I like the exterior design. It’s definitely grown on me. However, I agree with Soyfan, I don’t think ford understands the market well. There was no need to put this on a RWD platform and give it this ST treatment when the main purpose of this vehicle is to be a family hauler.

[@sirfriendzone1228]

One of Ford's biggest customers with the Explorer in the US is police departments. As of last year the Explorer or the Ford Police Interceptor Utility was the bestselling police vehicle in the country. Also the Explorer is sold in Europe where speed and handling are very important. If you consider the Explorer developed for those customers first, knowing that they have an already built in customer base who will buy it anyway because of their positive experience with previous Explorers, it makes WAY more sense.

[@mybro727]

Sir Friendzone that’s true. But doesn’t that mean their customer has shifted? Why lie and advertise your development being based upon American families and their needs if your true customer is police departments and consumers over seas? Ford needs to make up their damn mind here. You can’t please EVERYONE with one vehicle, even with offering 5+ trim levels. Trying to build the best police inceptor and/or Europe powerhouse is gonna affect price for everyone (including the family of 6 that resides in Nashville Tennessee who just wants to replace their FWD 3-row Ford Explorer that’s good on gas and good looking). They’re paying a premium to have RWD and better driving dynamics, things they may not even care for. At some point Ford has to decide which customer is more important to them.

[@AO-cz3fo]

I just hate when my doors don’t have a “solid-sounding thunk” 🙄. Could he possibly have complained more?

[@maxdog421]

its literally his job to tear the car apart, he literally does the door thing in every one of his reviews

[@lloydybenoit6766]

@@maxdog421 ,amen, thank you for understand that the man is doing his job. Ford twin turbo engine build by Ford! put your ears to the ground. When one pays over $30 for a vehicle you don't expect the door to close like a $18000. Hyundai

[@James-rd9mo]

Decent ride but the awkward tablet placement with large bezels and poor fuel economy are deal breakers.

[@joshua9073]

What gets better gas mileage with similar engine output than this? My 2.0 liter VW Tiguan only gets 22mpg City and 27 highway

[@sethallen8653]

I have a 2020 ford fusion. It's a nice car, but I do agree with fit and finish issues, every fusion we saw at the dealership had fit and finish issues, primarily with the trunk (some with the dashboard as well). The gap on one side of the trunk is larger than the other side. It makes you question the longevity of the car when they couldn't even get the fit and finish right out of the factory. Thank God for leasing 😂

[@JokerG16]

They should’ve went ahead and put the 5.0 V8 in it.

[@Datsun7705]

they won’t for fuel economy reasons and the bet isn’t that big for a V8

[@nobunaga-oda]

@@Datsun7705 Dodge Durango 🙂😏

[@Datsun7705]

Nobunaga Oda durango has a larger engine bay so it can fit the hemi V8 fine. The hemi is great but the rest of the vehicle is total fiat

[@nobunaga-oda]

@@Datsun7705 you just have to wait until the all new Durango maybe next year and you will change your mind

[@Datsun7705]

JokerG16 if you want to have fun and go fast with a V8 then get a sports car

[@yahtzeejimbob]

Sofyan, keep in mind that Ford is becoming close to an all truck automotive company. And also, five Star tuning can get you another 100 horsepower for approximately 600 bucks. No add-ons, strictly software.

[@anantdabholkar685]

Why harp on the stiff suspension when you know this is the ST version, and not a kids hauler. I drove a Limited and didn't find it harsh at all, though not floaty or boat like either.

[@James-rd9mo]

Any 3 row is a kid hauler. Otherwise you'd get a 2 row.

[@Hari-888]

I think I would want good suspension on a fast vehicle

[@robertl.3074]

I have never liked the tail lights on the later versions of this vehicle and they screwed up the front grill for 2020. I find the profile very attractive, it reminds me of a side profile of a Land Rover/Range Rover product. You did a spot on review of this vehicle. Couldn’t agree with you more.

[@Noah-ui1iu]

Over $50k and no LED rear turn signals.

[@ecolon217]

Yes! Annoying when car manufacturers make every other light inside/outside the car LED, except for the rear turn signals lol awkward cost cutting which is even worse on a car at this price point

[@2003evodave]

Drove this and the Expedition plus the GM and FCA offerings. Have to say Fords turbo engines are amazing. I drove all of these hard and at their limits through tight corners and fast sweepers. Dead stop to full acceleration over 100 mph, hard braking from 60-70 mph to a full stop. Drove freeways and in town including parking tests. Ford has done good. FYI - I bought a Raptor, it is just too much fun, powerful and amazingly comfortable,,,,,next one will be a Lincolin for the wife,,,,,but which one? The eco-boost has instant power and lots of it through the power band. The front feels light and nimble. Love all the adjustment ie steering feel and engine/transmission performance.

[@KLNYC]

all the car manufacturers using those big honey comb grill.

[@johnluu1106]

I think there's definitely a market for a fun driving family vehicle. Probably won't outsell the more luxurious, quieter tellurides and palisades but I think it'll still do well.

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

New Subscriber-Hello from Seattle. You are in my neck of the woods. . :). Lovin’ the reviews. Keep up the excellent work. .

[@bernardnewsome806]

He is saying that ford is still using the same chime as in the old one when gm has used the same exact chime since 1998

[@theredline]

Bernard Newsome And we also knock on GM for still using the same chime for years...

[@bernardnewsome806]

And Lincoln uses different chimes bc they are trying to be more than just a fancy ford

[@66skate]

They probably give it a distinctive sound for a reason so you know what it is, much like smoke detectors sound the same.

[@tri3pleagent]

It would be a lot more likeable if it were $10-12000 cheaper. At nearly $62k, I'd get the Durango SRT over this in a heartbeat.

[@tri3pleagent]

@HaB22 I'd have no concerns about it "breaking" down all the time.

[@theredline]

We couldn't agree more. We easily felt this car was $10 grand too expensive from the start. We'd pay an extra $5k for the engine, but at $15k extra over the competition, the Explorer is overpriced in our eyes for just extra speed and better handling.

[@freshmantle1876]

This guy complained more than my ex when i asked her for 3 days what she wanted to eat. Bruh, the things you gripe about ain important. Those things don't bother me at all and i see it as serious nitpicking. The Ford ST is awesome and i would definitely buy one

[@oliverroo59]

That touchscreen - it just looks so glued on, like someone carefully set an Android tablet on top of the dash. Don't love it.

[@aayangoverski3437]

Very nice review Sofyan! I really appreciate the amount of time you invested for this video

[@yuyianaya862]

Holy crap it's such a good-looking car

[@crabbycripple]

It would be cool if that 10 inch display would pivot a little bit towards the driver.

[@paulpellico3797]

OK, so let me explain the game. The game the Koreans are playing is the BLING game. The shell game. You cover all issues with this so nobody sees the shortcuts and the long term living with issues. So answer me this, what would you rather have...that luxury interior that is likely to fade into a mess quickly, or the more solid and powerfully build RWD and engine the Explorer is offering? Me? I had i8t with my cars awed me with the fake luxury and turned into a 15 year old marriage after only 50K miles. No...give me the bland but solid power. Give me the RWD and keep those V6 FWDs

[@Fyrewyrd]

paul pellico after seeing people fish tail especially leaving a gavely spot like most physical labor jobs i rather stick to my 4x4 or go back and find a nice 2010 and call it a day

[@DOOGAART]

It has definitely grown on me. When I first seen it, I thought it was ugly but I'm actually liking it now.

[@aayangoverski3437]

Thank u Sofyan I’ve been eating for this. Also, nice intro! 🙂🙂🙂

[@jimthompson717]

I bought one. My kids are grown,but I haul bikes, boat stuff, Home Depot stuff, skis, furniture etc. Also I like the "sleeper aspect.

[@klasseact6663]

So you buy an "ST" but have spec out the "ST perf pkg", brillant💡🛎☺

[@fizoust2]

Bought one 2 weeks ago for my wife. It’s not as plush as the MB 300C Coupe we traded in, but it is awesome. I have a Gen 2 Raptor and this ST is every bit as fast. I love stealing it for a quick errand. So far the kids seem to like it too.

[@butch8792]

He really nitpicks Ford products (I'm not a Ford guy) . I have a feeling that if this had a Honda badge on it, some of these complaints would wane.

[@T16-s5o]

I agree

[@66skate]

The Volvo in the background is probably his. That must be what he compares the Explorer to.

[@jamessimmons3921]

@@66skate 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@GraysonCarr]

It’s a $61,000 car. If it can’t stand up to nit picks, then it shouldn’t be that expensive. The more expensive the car, the more it should be nit picked because you should be getting near perfection for that kind of money. A fully loaded Honda Pilot is like $15,000 less than a fully loaded Explorer ST, so of course it’s more forgivable if it has missing USB ports or cheap feeling plastics or whatever, although I’m sure a Pilot has a higher quality interior than this, even if it doesn’t have as many features.

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

I mean he looks and sounds like a Honda guy...

[@lukenoll2239]

I dont know if he realizes but he keeps comparing to the damn platinum but the st has everything that the platinum does PLUS the performance.

[@he115ing2]

"Thunk" is back! I love it!

[@Garlander]

Those optional 275 width series tires are very expensive and very limited on tread options compared to the standard 255 tires, but they do look good.

[@Crazynacky]

It’s a shame you can’t get 275mm tires on a 20” or 19” wheel. That would reduce unsprung weight, improve ride quality, and protect wheels from damage only at the expense of some steering feel.

[@hbm_54]

Awesome review, as always! I'm glad Ford/Lincoln switched to a rear drive platform. The engine choice for the ST model is perfect. Now Ford needs to invest into hiring a design team to redo the hideous interior. Lincoln's Aviator is absolutely beautiful inside and Hyudai/KIA are definitepy setting a high bar when it comes to design as well. The Telluride/Palisade twins need to switch to a rear drive platform (Genesis/K900?) AND a more powerful V6 or V8 needs to be an option.

[@Alex-ss4bk]

Just traded in my hellcat for this. It’s quick not as quick as my last car but the features you get imo is pretty decent. Also the 72 month 0 APR ford is offering on this is pretty sweet.

[@SouthsideKidd550]

If Ford was still making Mercury, I wonder what the Mountaineer wouldve looked like...

[@jermainec2462]

Just like this with a Mercury grill 🤣🤣🤣

[@SouthsideKidd550]

@@jermainec2462 😂😂😂 u a fool bruh... But u right! I use to have a 2000 Mountaineer with the 5.0 in it... I use to haul ass in that damn thing.

[@jermainec2462]

@@SouthsideKidd550 the more I look at it the it look like the aviator and they try so hard to differentiate the two ... Nigga I know they the same truck lol

[@SouthsideKidd550]

@@jermainec2462 At least GM make different body designs. Although most of their vehicles are twins/triplets like the W-Body and Epsilon body cars.

[@joshua9073]

Probably similar

[@alexleonard9628]

I think if they mounded the fog lights vertically instead of horizontal it would be better but I personally still like the newer headlights better anyway.

[@cornbread70s4]

By far the best auto journalists! I totally agree with ALL of your concerns about this vehicle... South Korea owns this segment now....

[@jetpipe28]

Cornbread 70's no

[@nobunaga-oda]

@@jetpipe28 👍🏻

[@mybro727]

Cornbread 70's South Korea doesn’t own shit but class action lawsuits from malfunctioning engines and the technology/designs they’ve copied from everyone else. They do nothing “the best” or anything better than anyone except offer a ridiculous 10-year warranty which in actuality is a BIG red flag 🚩 to me. Riddle me this: Why would anyone need a 10-year warranty on a vehicle that’s supposed to be so reliable? Think about it people.

[@byronnasem4110]

mybro727 Your such a hater it’s pathetic. I see you always bashing the Hyundai/Kia motor group and it’s tiring. Aren’t you tired of hating on a brand that’s actually doing well and on the come up? Your negativity is immature and honestly I’m starting to think your jealous of how well they are doing. Nobody and I mean NOBODY should be this angry over a company. Your obviously a GM fanboy which speaks for itself.....Do the car community a favor and crawl back the hole you came from okay!😁 Have a blessed day!

[@JStryker7]

I was just listening to this in the background then I heard rear driven. Rear drive!? YOU MEAN THE CORRECT DRIVE WHEELS??? Fantastic

[@joshua9073]

What do you mean ?

[@stevendwalker]

Music in the beginning was over powering to your voice. My opinion

[@wilverk3243]

wish the black plastic cladding on the bumpers, doors, and wheel wells was body color painted. would look SOOO much better

[@JamieMcgee518]

So , I guess , with all that technology, you can't turn off the artificial interior exhaust noise ? ....29:30

[@66skate]

That only comes on with the manual mode.(button in center of the dial).

[@billyparker8903]

I just bought one 2 weeks ago. There isn't one thing I don't like about it. For myself, I preferred the ride of the st over other vehicles in the same class. I feel more in tune with the vehicle as a whole. Great job Ford!

[@pbentsonable]

The iPad on the dash is horrible needs to be redone immediately!!! The last generation body looked better but the new interior is better minus the iPad!

[@naveenkrishnamurthy7576]

Simmer Pete what’s better? Horizontal tablet like screen or vertical?

[@pbentsonable]

Naveen Krishnamurthy the smaller 8 in looks better but still awkward. The 8in is in landscape mode. The portrait mode 10in would look better built into the dash.

[@spiralnapkin]

But its not an iPad.

[@pbentsonable]

spiralnapkin might as well be

[@jessethompson9087]

Ok you’re allowed to have opinions, but geez...so many complaints. I think it looks great, very nice upgrades compared to the previous gen. I realize that it can approach $60k, but it’s still a Ford...not a BMW or Mercedes. You have to realize it offers many luxury touches that aren’t found in other models in this market. It is expensive, but look what you are getting...massage seats, power tilt/telescoping steering wheel, huge touchscreen, amazing power for the class, etc. Stop complaining so much!

[@javer0528]

OMG PLEASE TURN THAT INTRO MUSIC DOWN!!!

[@Roflcakes88]

The stuck-on ipad infotainment system trend needs to stop.

[@militanthd6484]

Roflcakes88 i agree with you but they did it so that your Peripheral vision is inline with the bonnet so that you can still kind of see the road🤷🏽‍♂️(safety)

[@sirfriendzone1228]

The highest selling luxury car in the U.S. last year was the Tesla model 3. I don't think that trend is going away anytime soon... sigh...

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Yes

[@Roflcakes88]

@@sirfriendzone1228 I can at least give the Tesla a bit of a pass since it sits lower and controls everything on the car including the climate.

[@hinsli7624]

Oh got you just read my mind, I traded in my Focus ST for a mini van few years ago because I have two kids, now is the time for this ST! I missed the day that I drive and laugh like you in the ST!!!

[@NeoTechOps]

It looks like the designers mismatched the headlights and the grill. The front end of this car definitely rubs me the wrong way.

[@Stressless2023]

Agree. The front needs a refresh, especially the shape of the headlights. The side profile and rear look fine though, probably since they still look alot like the previous generation Explorer lol.

[@haroong.c8906]

I love the intro music with commentary ❤️❤️❤️😍😍😍

[@ftnppg1272]

The fact we have an ST Explorer and no Focus ST or RS makes me mad. Next thing you know we will have an F150 ST with a boxster motor and 2 turbos and vagina massagers built in.