Road Test: 2017 Ford Explorer - Less Exploring, More Conquering

"Since it first arrived for 1991, the Ford Explorer has been a top seller among larger SUV’s and crossovers, with over 7 million sales to date. But, the market for three-row family utilities is bigger and more cut-throat than ever. So, the latest Explorer is outfitted with lot of little changes that Ford hopes will bring big results, with less exploring and more conquering..."
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[@matthewhartup941]

I've had 2 explorers.. 99 eddie bauer 4.0 4wd (which was an excellent vehicle) , currently own a 2018 sport. The sport is a lot of vehicle! Last year my dealer had let me drive an explorer xlt 4wd while my sho was in for maintenance, had the loaner for a couple weeks and that sold me on the explorer. Still have my sho.

[@60Powrstroke]

So many people complaining about the price, but for what it has to offer its priced right IMO. I have a 2017 fully loaded sport, and was going back and fourth between the 4runner limited. Months of research to narrow it down to these two vehicles, and I don't regret my decision one bit.

[@MyCrippledWings]

60Powrstroke you will when it comes to resale value and overall reliability. 4runner is an entirely different SUV. A REAL SUV. Explorer is a glorified crossover, nothing more. My 07 base 4runner is guaranteed to outlive your explorer. And, retain its value minimum 5 times as much.

[@mr.glennlandscapes354]

we have bought 2 over the past 5 years, they keep getting better and better, my neighbor has bought 2 Chevy equinox in the same time frame, one engine blew, the other plastic front end almost fell off on the interstate.

[@Karnegis]

I had a 91' Explorer and I took that thing everywhere. It was a true truck with 4 low. This new Explorer will probably get front end damage on a speed bump. Thanks to soccer moms most modern SUV's are just tall AWD cars. Luckily my dad kept my old Explorer and we use it Deer hunting on roads this new Explorer could never traverse.

[@cpufreak101]

the one i saw, it got pretty chipped up on a 5 mile drive down a normal road, so it sure does seem fragile :/ and i'm sure someone, somewhere will prove this thing could do those trails, but probably only with like some mud tires on it :P

[@josephmengele7804]

We have a 99 Eddie Bauer with the v8 ofc, lasted a good 20 years till it’s finally had it’s toll recently..

[@TheElektra]

I love how beta male this comment is 😂 it’s so incorrect and just a lot of fun to laugh at

[@coejbee]

I drove a used '16 Platinum on a 2 1/2 hour drive from the auction to our shop, and couldn't believe how gorgeous and comfortable the interior was. Motor had a lot of balls, also. The thing could hit 90mph in no time and cruise there safe and stable no problem lol. Steering was kinda sloppy though.

[@man_on_wheelz]

Holy hell this guy has changed over the years!

[@man_on_wheelz]

Age man, age... look at his old reviews, he was so heavy and had more hair, and I thought just recently he was heavier than this, he's so thin and hairless now. Age is setting in.

[@chuckers40]

Look at the pilot episode and the earlier episodes of MotorWeek. John was more subdued back then compare to what he is now.

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

After having 2 Ford Flexs (and 09 SE and a 14 SEL) my wife wanted something different - we ended up with a '17 Explorer Platinum and she LOVES it. If you're looking at sticker prices and having to sit down to recover and don't need the higher ground clearance or the off road "modes" that the Explorer has then the Flex is a very good choice fully loaded but minus the massaging seats and very nice sounding audio (though the Flex Limited still offers a decent Sony system) you can save almost $8k and still get the EcoBoost 3.5l motor and AWD - and in my opinion more middle row space and rear cargo room with the 3rd row folded than with the Explorer. Still if you want some luxury the Explorer is the way to go short of moving into a Lincoln which there isn't a sister model between Ford and Lincoln for the Explorer.

[@Jordan-nj2ve]

You suck! Way to brag about how nice of a life you have!

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

Lots of hard work, planning and saving Jordan. I'm by no means a "baller". I make a decent living - and for me most of the vehicles I drive are "mileage machines" usually get 50k + miles on them a year which the company I work for pays to basically make the payment for my "work car" after about 18 months what the value vs. what I owe is even so I "turn it over" - I typically get a new car because of financing deals and manufacturer money along with working with a salesperson and dealership I've worked with for over 20 years - I typically get a very good deal. I'm also away from my family 10-15 days a month for work so if living out of a suitcase is a "nice life" I guess I'm guilty. My grandfather said to me more than once: "you can have anything you want but probably not everything you want". We also don't have any other consumer debt a nice (but still not over the top "luxury brand" car is our one "splurge" - for what most people spend on a couple evenings on the town or in booze or entertainment covers the payment on that "nice car"... Jordan - have some dreams and aspirations bro - work a few extra hours and save some - you'll achieve your desires I have faith in you man!

[@joe84fl]

That's a '16 though. Biggest unmentioned change from 16 to 17 is the replacement of MyFord Touch with Sync 3

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

Yep but it makes a HUGE difference - I've had several with MFT and now 2 with Sync 3 - still money talks and if you can save lots of cash and can handle using MFT it may be a win.

[@miaconrad8794]

I love my 2017 Ford Explore XLT with the 202A optional package. With the white gold metallic. This makes me my third. Explore XLT that I've had,and I have loved every one. That I have owned. The last Ford explore XLT I had. Had 96 thousand miles on it. And I got really good service out of it. And I cried because l had to let it go. It was blue with beige cloth seats. And sun roof. And I loved that Explore so much. And I will probably own more Ford Explores in the near future.

[@nightvan4427]

Yes

[@lucyfan1976]

WOW the comments on here are mind boggling. For most of you bashing the vehicle you clearly have not driven one, been in one or probably even seen one. I don't currently have an explorer but had a 2012 and it was a great truck. This has major improvements over the original unibody redo.

[@justrandomthings319]

I find it funny how these videos always look like they were made in the '90s or '80s.

[@cpufreak101]

probably because they didn't change the format since the 80's?

[@maddawg0633]

Same editing nd cinematography

[@jpwilliams5264]

A lot of people make the Range Rover comment, and its true, I remember reading it was designed by one of the landrover designers(the 2011 which was more even more similar). Also Ford owned a Part of Rover in the past and the designs were under licence to ford. That being said, its a great suv. love the motor, it doesnt lean or roll in corners. I get 22-24mpg on the highway with great power. Its still a ford, there is some shoddy stuff, door gaps ect but all in all I think its a good bang for the buck when compared to others in the same price.(if you can say that about a 50k SUV). Honda and Mazda will probably age better, resale better but they were very bland, no excitement at all. Mazda felt under powered and the honda just screamed " I dont care about cars". Mazda had an amazing interior though.

[@MyCrippledWings]

World's deadliest SUV. That's what the explorer really holds a record for.

[@nightvan4427]

I bought 2017 yesterday, It's uncomparable with My Camry

[@MyCrippledWings]

@@nightvan4427 but a Camry vs crossover explorer are two entirely different vehicles. It's like ford itself being pathetic in making comparisons between a 4runner (true SUV), and explorer (crossover). When they're entirely different vehicles built for different reasons. You're explorer will never outlive your Camry. Just sayin. My own mother works at ford, and never would personally own one. Lol

[@Acc0rd79]

wheh, 54k or whatever is pricey, there are so many luxury brands you can play with at that price. 30's of course is fine.

[@shoxsnake988]

But how many come with everything that this model has already at this price?

[@suprsquirrel2215]

That's the issue. Sure, you can get a Land Rover Discovery for essentially the same price. Problem is there are all kinds of complaints about the 'fit and finish' on those (we considered one prior to buying our '17 Explorer.) Most every 'luxury' vehicle you get into in the price range to compare with the Explorer is their 'entry level' SUV. So you're basically paying for the brand name without all the bells and whistles. Trust me, we shopped many of those very 'luxury vehicles' prior to buying ours. :-) (Not arguing with you, agreeing with you.) :-)

[@overknight5278]

Acc0rd79 base model starta at $31

[@chuckers40]

Question: If the Ford Explorer is the midsize, then what is Ford's other 7 passenger SUV the Flex considered as?

[@gabrielcarpentario620]

I would like to see a hybrid Explorer in the line up

[@crazyone1067]

This generation Explorer has front suspension problems that will go out prematurely. If you live in a hot climate... all door panels are going to warp where it meets the window. This was all on a vehicle that was only 2 yrs old with 34k miles on it.

[@fernandorocha6486]

My favorite generations of Ford Explorer is first and seconds generation

[@DamienShyne]

I'm considering a pre-owned 2017-18, this is good to know.

[@anthonywarren3656]

Not sure why I expected anything different - but this less a telling me about real world performance, how the vehicle performs and more almost a paid marketing commercial for Ford.

[@redst9364]

Not sure how they got there 0 to 60 times my explorer sport did it in 5.8 and quarterd was 14.0 at 99 mph and now with a Livernois tune 0 to 60 dropped to 4.8 to 5.0 and the quarter mile is now 13.5 at 107 maybe the platinum is geared differently which is what they were using for there testing .

[@BrasilMaloka]

platinum it’s so beautiful 😍

[@TheBasher-_-]

Can you still take this on trails? Kinda seems minivan like

[@lkcjr58]

This is really nice Ford ! 👍🏽

[@stegomon]

nice car. but I still like the little bronco ii that the exploder replaced

[@bobbillings]

love how they call this a large family suv with ample spacious cargo room NOT, all these vehicles with their tiny frames and bodies today. My 99 Ford Explorer, the other day at sams club I put the rear seats down and brought home a brand new Samsung 75" Led 4k tv in the box, in the back of my explorer. This would not have a prayer to fit that except to pull a uhaul trailer to get it home.

[@artaviouswilson6629]

Does this version leaks carbon monoxide through the ac?

[@JohnConnor636]

I love my 2017 explorer.

[@realtalk4689]

I like it and would only wish for a slightly higher suspension with smaller rims and taller off road tires (I like my trucks rugged and so does my lady).

[@nightvan4427]

Yes, me too. I bought one in Sunday

[@chadharmon5716]

Nice but it don't beat my 99 Eddie Bauer edition with the 5.0 v8

[@mekphiri]

chad harmon or my 06 mountaineers with a 4.6 3v

[@cheryldavis3817]

My brother love snake

[@aasr3251]

The EcoBoost will kick both of those asses! Get with the times...you're taking about old technology.

[@vapecatt]

AASR 32: reliable technology kid. Besides slow down we don't need to turbo charge everything just because the fast and the Furious did.

[@wasecacase]

4:16 look at that smoke! haha

[@cbach1997]

It seems more and more turbo cars are doing this at the shift point

[@cpufreak101]

part of anti-lag systems i believe

[@Atlec-j9y]

Yep, and you can see smoke from Acura and Honda's too. It happens you know with internal combustion engines.

[@mayanobles4787]

please read My mom was looking at one of these yesterday we may get it if they bring the payment down 100 or 200 dollars but every video that I watch with these cars in the 2nd row they always have a middle seat but the one my mom and I looked at it doesn't I don't know if they didn't finish the body because there is a random block in the of the two seats But hopefully we get it

[@njteech]

Love my Sport...thanks Ford

[@cheryldavis3817]

They are so cool

[@robbjobsdone]

Is it me or the fact ford is also manufacturing Range Rover because it is very close in design.

[@suprsquirrel2215]

One of the guys who helped design the Explorer moved on to Range Rover if I recall correctly. That's why they do indeed look very similar.

[@DRII-yv1yt]

Ford used to own Jaguar and Land/Range Rover, with JLR still using some Ford tech and platforms! so why wouldn't some of the designs be similar?

[@KB-bh9hp]

Marichelo DeFacto Precisely what designer are you talking about one of fords most prominent design managers is Morray Callum worked mostly at Mazda not at range rover

[@JDMHaze]

Base is 32K but platinum is 54K?? wtf is FORD actually claiming 22K in options!!! thats like a 40% price increase sheesh tf

[@zzanatos2001]

The Explorer Platinum is better than the Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit and Toyota 4Runner Limited (smoother ride, slightly lower price, better fuel mileage, more horsepower/torque, quieter interior, faster 0-60 time, better technology, more updated styling).

[@massivegamer7553]

I don't get it. The front on the thumbnail is different than what is in the video

[@nightvan4427]

I bought one on Sunday. I love it, no Camry anymore

[@goldenretriever6440]

Ever since 2011 the Ford Explorer has been what I like to call A MOM CAR

[@goldenretriever6440]

Tremendous Thequadfeeder Well then that insult was FABULOUS

[@randomrazr]

is it as safe as a ford f150?

[@randomrazr]

i tought truckszre safer?

[@man_on_wheelz]

Not safer than the Edge, the Ford Edge WILL come to a complete stop before impact. My company has one of these and an Edge, the Edge will actually remain on adaptive cruise control while sitting in 20mph traffic and stop completely when the vehicle in front of you stops. It also slammed on the brakes thinking I was going to accelerate into a car that was in front of me I was trying to maneuver around in heavy traffic, that was un-called for though!

[@randomrazr]

u recomend edge over this?

[@leyajessicaestibar6495]

Compare everest , escape and explorer

[@ndgoliberty]

It looks like our old friend is starting to get, well, ridiculously old.

[@cjhan47]

I have a 2015 2.7L XLT F-150 and it gets better MPG and has more HP then all. whats up with that?

[@CUBEoneVX]

It's more light weight by a lot.

[@elfiero50]

Uhh- actually, that's not true. The2017 explorer seen above, weighs about 4200 pounds. a 2015 f150XLT, 2.7 ecoboost weighs about 5300LBS.

[@silverrain99205]

Wait.. an f150 with a 2.7L?? Ford is beginning to become a joke.

[@Trussme96]

For 54k you might as well get the MKZ and deal with the 6k for payments lol.

[@bradmotors3826]

I thought I saw a puff of smoke when they did the 0-60 test

[@fordexplorer9414]

That my friends was the day where I got abused by tire track. The ground is full of scorpion faces . That bit my tyres😃😃😃

[@cheryldavis3817]

I love them

[@Ishyish92]

I hope the newer models 2018 and newer get a 10 Speed transmission. Should help out with MPG.

[@zzanatos2001]

It hasn't helped the Camaro ZL1 or the F-150 pickup much.

[@fit4ya1975]

bottom seat cushion need to be longer or at least an option to extend it, its VERY uncomfortable for taller people

[@Knoxvillicus]

It would be nice if the explorer got more torque with the new 3.5 Ecoboost.

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

Our only knock against the '17 Explorer Platinum is with it's fuel economy and range - 300miles to a tank if you're lucky and rarely better than 16 or 17 MPG although I will say my wife likes the power over her '14 Flex with the normally aspirated 3.5l V6...

[@rustlesee]

They said regular gas, which does knock down performance and fuel mileage. If you can learn to try and keep your toe out of the boost, the EcoBoost set ups are great. The punch when you need it, but the fuel economy that you prefer.

[@shoxsnake988]

We have one and sadly fuel economy just plain sucks, we average about 16 mpg full tank usually gets us about 270 miles to a tank.

[@IrishNew]

@@shoxsnake988thats tahoe V8 territory for mpg.

[@canddmeyer]

Useless 3rd row. I see lots of Explorer's, but I've never seen a 3rd row passenger. At $54K, wow, I hope they sell a few. Hard to believe options cost $22K between base and top of the line.

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

I agree with the 3rd row being (next to) useless - it was only setup as seats for the drive home - after that it's cargo area only - I will say they were more usable and comfortable than or previous Flexes.

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

It's easy to talk yourself into the higher trim levels - Ford knew what they were doing when they made certain options available only on some trim levels and even when you could option certain features on lower ones (say an XLT) it would be less expensive to move up trim levels when doing so. An example is it's not an option to get the heated 2nd row seats in the Sport but you can add them in the XLT with certain packages and come standard in the Platinum - by the time you figure things out like that you've "talked yourself" into the higher trim level. You can also get more discount on a $50k SUV than you can on a $29k model...

[@jason3fc]

Exactly why I got a Flex.

[@shoxsnake988]

zip89105 I have the platinum trim took a family road trip to San Jose about 4 months ago, my 2 nieces (16 year old and 13 year old) rode in the 3rd road seat they didn't complain one bit about it being cramped back there. They forgot to add that the driver and passenger seats have massage chairs.

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

The Flex's 3rd row is perhaps a little more usable but the seats (at least in our '14) weren't that comfortable - I'd only ridden back there a couple times for short trips. Don't know which SUV/CUV has best 3rd row but neither the Explorer or Flex would be my top choices unless I'd looked at everything else and they still sucked less... jason3fc - which Flex did you get?

[@93remix]

FORD shoulda kept this SUV a 5 passenger only, but I know they have the EDGE. a lot of companies make their 5 pass. SUVs 7 or more and I think it takes away from what it was originally created 4. just like the Acura MDX, they shoulda just made a mini van

[@mekphiri]

93remix and a body on frame

[@averageaaronplays]

The "I can't afford a Range Rover" Starter Pack.

[@zzanatos2001]

The Range Rover Evoque looks cool, but has zero headroom in the back seat.

[@brucec43]

Where's the nearest RR dealer in a mountain community 4 hours from a major city? How's the RR compare on price? $25,000 more? How's RR reliability? And how many times do you get robbed because someone sees you in an Explorer?

[@matthewhartup941]

The "I can definitely afford a range rover but not stupid enough to buy one" starter pack.

[@CarlosSanchez-cw5fo]

Who wants a Range Rover?

[@jacobg.witmer]

With how expensive Fords are these days, What's gonna become of Lincoln?

[@pbfloyd13]

Ask Mercury...

[@jacobg.witmer]

HA! LOL

[@KB-bh9hp]

So just out of curiosity,do any of you know how reliable the base explorer is for this generation?Believe this generation as a whole has a average reliability score yet I haven't heard any complaints about the base na 3.5 so one would think it's fairly reliable but figured I would ask.Basically purchased a 2017 base wanted a new 7 seat suv for around 30k which was reliable,sufficient etc yet basic for my parents,anyway if anyone happens to have experience with one let me know thanks.

[@dazednconfusedrn]

i really pray and hope that you didn’t buy one

[@KB-bh9hp]

@@dazednconfusedrn We did, best car ever.

[@KB-bh9hp]

@@dazednconfusedrn It's been more reliable than any Toyota or Honda we've ever owned, 6 1/2 years into the ownership process, all original parts essentially. Even the wiper blades are original.

[@dazednconfusedrn]

@@KB-bh9hp wow. that’s like 1 in a million, i’ve heard so many horror stories about those explorers

[@KB-bh9hp]

@@dazednconfusedrn The 2011-2019 explorer is actually quite reliable. Especially the NA models. Pretty common to see them with 150-200k miles on them with no major issues. It's the generation that came after that had a few issues, especially at first. Explorers from around 2002-2004 are also more prone to having issues, but aside from that, explorers are pretty rock solid. You see 30 year old explorers still driving around, my friend has one from the early 90s. My grandparents owned a '92, owned it for over 18 years without any notable issues but it was totaled.

[@WooferCooker]

That's some awful gas mileage. An old exploder from 95 can get 18-22. Heck, a Suburban can get better mileage! The new ford looks nice though, and the price reflects that.

[@cpufreak101]

i remember seeing an old '91 explorer V6 manual 4X4 going up for sale on Ebay, the dude still had the original sticker on it, it said 17/21, so yep :P

[@xxxx-yo2wx]

Justin Noker.

[@cpufreak101]

xx xx hm?

[@wcjeep]

Reliability for 2011 - 2016 Ford Explorer has not been stellar. Lots of money for something in need of repair. Multiple reports of rear hvac equipped vehicles allowing carbon monoxide into the cab from the engine compartment. Recommend anyone considering this vehicle do their research.

[@wcjeep]

thebayareapimp We ended up with a Toyota 4runner. Wife wanted something new. New Explorer and Edge seemed to have too many problems to consider. I do have a tired 99' Explorer I drive to work. Could not trust a new Ford to keep the wife safe.

[@wcjeep]

thebayareapimp Ford vehicle safety ratings are adequate. Just not reliable enough to trust. Explorer hvac problems, 2016 Edge turns off while taking slow right hand turns. Fit/finish is below average. Ford seems just good enough to make it to the end of the warranty. It's alot of money to spend. It should be many things including reliable.

[@matthewlocke157]

wcjeep we never had a problem with our 12 or 17

[@wcjeep]

Today's news, 2/13/17, NHTSA is expanding the exhaust to cabin problem to include 2016 and 2017 Ford Explorer models. I do not know which vehicle configuration is causing the problem. From reporter Nathan Bomey

[@pbfloyd13]

It's basically Mazda's previous cx9 chasis and drive train with Ford sheet metal.

[@matthewlocke157]

pbfloyd13 no its not lol

[@voodoodiecast]

Its based on the ford taurus platform.

[@pbfloyd13]

Kyle Justin Its a shared platform.

[@voodoodiecast]

+pbfloyd13 wrong, that platform is shared with the ford fusion ford edge and lincoln mkz not the taurus.

[@Atlec-j9y]

The Explorer has been on the D3 platform since 2011, which is shared with the Taurus/MKT/Flex. I wouldn't be surprised if it moves to a variant of the CD4 platform which the Fusion currently rides on to save on weight.

[@jbdoingjbstuff]

Seriously with the helmet on the 0-60 test? Cheese.

[@nicologarcia]

Joshua Burkard They did the 0-60 same time as they did all the handling tests that require the helmet on. Do you seriously think they would remove the helmet on the 0-60 test just so you wouldn't say "Cheese?"

[@NMS350]

Well those insurance companies tend to tell you what you need to do if you want their coverage

[@TheGbeecher]

18 mpg?! 'Fill Er Up'! ( skip the twin turbo V6...😅)

[@AndyTN64]

with Ford Autonation you can get min 6k off of sticker

[@k0rndog93]

These things got ugly with this newer body style. 2010 was the last year they looked good.

[@man_on_wheelz]

really? why won't it stop itself completely on immanent impact?

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

No that was a bit of a disappointment for us but if you have your foot on the brake it will add more force to it but if you don't press it at all it's hello rear enderz!

[@man_on_wheelz]

But the Ford Edge comes to a complete stop...

[@LrulestheworldM8]

Because driving should require actual skill. But because the populous at large is basically retarded behind the wheel, manufactures are being begged to put more sensors into the front bumper to compensate for the stupidity of regular drivers. If you can't drive without any technology to guide you, don't drive at all. Take a cab, a bus, or an uber.

[@man_on_wheelz]

I get that too but this doesn't come to a complete stop but the Ford Edge does... why'd they do that? Makes no sense...

[@LrulestheworldM8]

MAN_ON_WHEELZ Ford has no idea what they are doing with any of this tech. niether does anyone else. they are just shoehorning it all in one model at a time to appease share holders and the federal government. wait till next year and itll be standard.

[@mjgillespie91]

Looks like the Range Rover it's uncanny

[@truckercowboyed2638]

C'mon motorweek trim the weeds and paint those walls.

[@kippaseo8027]

If you like this Explorer than I would wait about 3 years to buy a pre-owned one that will cost like 1/5 of it's original price due to a shitty resale value and sub-par reputation of reliability. So what if in 3 years it will probably squeak and rattle and most likely have that "old American car smell" at least it'll be cheap enough and the only dealership that will sell it to you will offer "In house financing" and at last you weren't dumb enough to get stuck with the Grand (Elizabeth Warren) Cherokee which would have been MUCH worse.

[@keithsa41]

FORD JUST CATERS TO SOCCER MOMS AND GROCERY GETTERS..

[@driveri1435]

Explorer has gotten soft. Less tow capacity than the '96.. Built for soccer moms

[@xdddxddd2826]

I'm not interested in saving the environment since the earth needs more CO2 so plant life can be abundant.

[@Walter-hg2nr]

Looks like has in the market for the lost 12 years .

[@palebeachbum]

Looks really good, but i'm still calling it the "Exploder". It's never been a good quality vehicle, not compared to Ford's most dependable vehicles made in the past 25yrs.

[@chadharmon5716]

palebeachbum I have the 5.0 in my 99 Eddie Bauer never had a problem besides basic maintenance

[@xxxx-yo2wx]

toyota. hghlander

[@RoyalKingA73]

palebeachbum, it's a CROSSOVER!!! Or as I call it, a stationwagon!!! The explorer was NEVER, uh NEVER a CROSSOVER SUV!! I too have a '98, Eddie Bauer XLT 5.0 V8 Limited Edition, Ford Explorer and I'm getting at least 20 MPG outta this here FULL SIZE SUV, WITHOUT ECOBOOST, n only paid $500 for it. $54,000.00, for a land rover twin that gets only 16 MPG..... and its an ECOBOOST Platinum Edition.......damn. That's a new mortgage loan for almost 20 years. My opinion of course. Ever since they got rid of the Crown Vics, the big body SUVs, and the minivans, looks to me like they went European not American. Dodge did the same. Look at the new Dodge RAMs and the Nissan Titans..... looks absolutely Identical.

[@ryansvloggingit5492]

good lookin but way over priced

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

And they won't discount that much on the higher trims - they're selling too well. When compared to the Euro offerings even in platinum trim they come in well below the competition. In fact there are only a couple options that can be added to the platinum trim so the "all-in" price with destination is still right around $55k - expensive for an explorer but a bargain vs. say and Audi with similar equipment or an X5 which has higher maintenance costs and isn't as big.

[@TheTruthHurts732]

Ryan Belden Overpriced? Compared to what?

[@shayanmalik7152]

Marichelo DeFacto Fully loaded Tahoe approaches $70k.

[@beatsByZlaja]

Take a look at the Audi Q7 definitely worth a little more money

[@shayanmalik7152]

They're $70k when fully loaded like this Platinum. $16k is quite the difference.

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

Why isn't Sync3 in this vehicle?

[@Scotty_in_Ohio]

It is isn the '17's Android Auto and Apple Car play. Where did you see MFT in the video? There may still be some '16's on dealer lots and you can get a very good deal on those...

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

Scott Warmbier Look at interior shots. You can see the MFT 4 quadrants.

[@shoxsnake988]

The Car Crazy Guy it has sync 3 I have the platinum trim and it does come with sync 3 and Android auto and apple car.

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

Mario Lizama the test vehicle doesn't have it. Just freeze the video and you can clearly see it.

[@shoxsnake988]

Oh no i was letting you know that the new models do come with sync 3 sorry should have made myself more clear in my comment.

[@sonnybill8271]

The ugliest Model of its Kind, the 2002 to 2005 Ford Explorer will always be the best

[@jacobg.witmer]

Ehh...... It's just an overstyled more expensive Ford Freestyle.

[@elfiero50]

This IS the new standard for Suburban folks, and $50k IS the current standard for pricing. If you don't like it, perhaps you should all get better jobs?

[@cpufreak101]

In my auto tech i had the pleasure of getting a good view of one of these 2017 models, Ford loaned it to us for practice for a competition, had every option pretty much, and that 2.3L I4, all i can say is, seems pretty overpriced, back in the day (heck even today) $40K could get you a 3/4 ton truck, though now $40K for just a crossover? pretty overpriced

[@jo0123]

Front looks like Range Rover.

[@dannyrobinson9725]

Land Rover Discovery???🤔

[@borgisgood1948]

Wow isn't a brand new BMW X3 like 44k? Ford more expensive than BMW? Huhh..?

[@weirdshibainu]

BorG iS GooD poor comparison...x3 is much smaller

[@nigammahato4260]

well copied of land rover discovery

[@nightvan4427]

I bought 2017 yesterday I love it

[@verum117]

Looks like a Range rover

[@theglorioussapphiremonkey4750]

Why does it called Explorer if it's less??? HAHAHAHA

[@walter777smith6]

I hate the deshboard. Nothing like German's plus mpg SUCKS

[@vusalvusalov2845]

👊

[@AmandaAmanda-sh8lx]

do not buy a ford! They are junk! My 2015 Ford Explorer is falling apart just after the warranty expired and I had a problem with it before the warranty expired that they said they did not have a fix for at the time but now they have a fix for it and they won't fix my car because it's passed the warranty. They are very shady!! My car has about 50,000 miles on it and the door is falling apart and they admit it is a design defect and it occurring in a lot of the explorers but they still will not fix it. This is a $40,000 car!!! A fully loaded limited Ford Explorer. One of the problems with my car is a safety issue is what makes it even worse.. Exhaust leaks into the cabin of the car. Junk! And they're customer service is very rude!!!!! My niece has a new Ford Focus that is falling apart too and has transmission problems!!

[@KB-bh9hp]

Amanda Amanda K the ford explorer is far more reliable than the honda pilot or nissan pathfinder, 99% of people who own these cars will own them for 15 yrs with little to no issue.

[@Samg260]

No way explorer is more reliable than honda pilot. That comment was 100% false and made up. Lol ... maybe nissan

[@topmosncsivcoasythe9257]

FORD Explorer Download GAME the

[@georgewkush542]

might as well just get a BMW or Lincoln for that much $$$

[@cjhan47]

Lincoln is the same suv with a higher price. I agree with the BMW though.

[@georgewkush542]

I was thinking Buick I got em confused haha whoops

[@jd5179]

Meh- ecocrap is unreliable - should opt to V8 instead

[@mattfarahsmillionmilelexus]

Fifty-four thousand bucks.

[@evoben24]

thats horrible gas mileage, my 17 rogue is avg 28 mpg

[@matthewlocke157]

Benjamin Navarro you can get up to 27 MPG just not the Turbo V6

[@chum_bucket98]

Benjamin Navarro your rouge has a shit CVT and 4 cylinder

[@cjhan47]

Thats good mpg I have a 20116 for Fusion that only averages 27 mpg. Bad move for me getting rid of my Kia Optima that averaged 33 mpg. Fords small ecoboosts are under performing. all but the 2.7L F-150

[@suprsquirrel2215]

Your Rogue is also in a different class than the Explorer, unless they've added a third row to the Rogue that I wasn't aware of. Compare it to the Escape to get a better comparison.

[@frankweston426]

@Of

[@velabela7634]

Looks so small

[@nightvan4427]

No

[@velabela7634]

@@nightvan4427 to me it does

[@eaStudioHD]

a copy of range rover

[@racer776690]

Yup with carbon monoxide leaks to an engine that will go bad in a few years, this hunk of junk of wasted $50k will rock your world...

[@silverrain99205]

racer776690 lol it’s 35k

[@racer776690]

@@silverrain99205 I'm talking about the highest trim level, the one you mention is the XLT which is the mid-level trim. Still both look like fake range rovers but with worst problems.

[@bhamonion6114]

Embarrassing and I own a sport.

[@neilarmstrong8538]

Copy the range roverr

[@CTOInformation]

copy cat range rover

[@fordexplorer9414]

Thanks everbody for cheering me. Those people who loved this video will get a 5hr party from me because I am popular in America. It was because of me u Americans are getting terrorists killed and wrong doers arrested. Iam bullet-proof and waterproof 😂😂😂😂

[@cramer071]

still a ford piece of shhh

[@Mr.77776]

john cramer you couldn't afford it anyway, Fuckface!