2023 Ford Explorer® Review | Color Options, Interior Features, & Specs in Blue Springs, MO
Are you looking for a mid-size SUV with a luxury interior, an elevated 10.1-inch LCD infotainment screen, and fuel efficient engine options including a hybrid? Look no further than the 2023 Ford Explorer®. With supple leather seating options, ample cargo space with configurable seating, and multi-color ambient lighting, your daily commute will become more enjoyable. Want to learn more about what the Explorer has to offer? Read through the 2023 Ford Explorer review created by our team at Blue Springs Ford in Blue Springs, MO.
Get behind the wheel of an Explorer today! Shop our inventory online, select your preferred trim, then schedule a test drive! After you’ve found your preferred model, pair it with a lease or finance offer to save. If you have questions, give us a call at (816) 229-4400 or use our contact form. We can’t wait to serve you at Blue Springs Ford!
2023 Ford Explorer New 2023 Features
The Ford Explorer makes its 2023 entrance with popular features such as seven-passenger seating, a hybrid engine option, and an intuitive SYNC 3 infotainment system. A snazzy new color — Jewel Red Metallic — also joins the Explorer palette for 2023.
2023 Ford Explorer Model Options Available
Explorer SUV
XLT
ST-Line
Limited
Timberline®
ST
Platinum
King Ranch®
2023 Ford Explorer Color Options Offered
- Agate Black Metallic
- Carbonized Gray Metallic
- Star White Metallic
- Stone Blue Metallic
- Forged Green Metallic
- Jewell Red Metallic
- Rapid Red Metallic
- Iconic Silver Metallic
- Atlas Blue Metallic
2023 Ford Explorer Interior Features & Cargo Space
Enjoy luxury interior appointments meant to make every drive relaxing in the 2023 Ford Explorer. Available multicontour seats curve around you to form the optimal seating position and Active Motion® offers five upper and lower massage settings for a spa-like experience. After you relax, set the interior color to match your mood with multi-color ambient lighting and set the perfect temperature with tri-zone automatic temperature control. The 2023 Ford Explorer also offers available interior appointments including:
- PowerFold® third-row seats
- Twin-panel moonroof
- Heated front seats
- Ten-way power driver’s and eight-way power adjustable front passenger’s seats
- Cloth, ActiveX™, leather-trimmed, Del Rio leather, or leather seat trim
The cabin of the 2023 Ford Explorer is extremely spacious and has enough room for the groceries and the entire family. With a maximum available cargo area of 87.8 cubic feet or seating for seven with all the seats in use, you’ll be able to configure the space for your needs. An available cargo management system that includes extra pockets on the side of the trunk and an underneath floor storage compartment make it easy to keep everything organized. Review the 2023 Ford Explorer interior specs in the table below.
2023 Ford Explorer Engine Specs & Hybrid Engine Options
The 2023 Ford Explorer features three impressive engine options, including a 3.3L V6 hybrid that combines a standard gas engine and adds a battery for a longer range and increased performance. Each engine option is paired with an efficient ten-speed automatic transmission that can be converted through SelectShift® into an on-demand manual transmission and is offered in a two- (2WD) or four-wheel (4WD) drive configuration. The Terrain Management System™ offers up to seven driving modes for added traction on specific terrain when conditions are less than ideal.
If you’re looking for a trim with some serious off-roading ability, the Timberline comes standard with an 8.66-inch ground clearance, off-road front struts and rear shocks, and all-terrain tires on 18-inch aluminum wheels. View the engine specs in the table below.
Engine | Horsepower | Torque | Max. Towing |
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2.3L EcoBoost® | 300 HP | 310 lb.-ft. | 5,300 lbs. |
3.0L EcoBoost V6 | 400 HP | 415 lb.-ft. | 5,600 lbs. |
3.3L V6 hybrid | 318 HP | 322 lb.-ft. | 5,000 lbs. |
2023 Ford Explorer Technology & Safety Options
Control your navigation, applications, and B&O® sound system through the unique, portrait-aligned 10.1-inch LCD infotainment touchscreen display. You’ll be easily connected to your smartphone through Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™ where you can stream music, podcasts, or view compatible apps. Your driver information will also be easily accessible from a 12.3-inch driver information display. The 2023 Ford Explorer also has available tech including:
- B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® with 12-speakers including subwoofer
- SYNC® 3
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
- Wireless charging
- FordPass® Connect® Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
- Dual second-row smart charging USB ports
Every journey starts with peace of mind in the 2023 Ford Explorer. That’s why Ford has equipped the Ford Explorer with a host of safety features, including the standard Ford Co-Pilot360™ suite of driver assistance technology, and other safety systems such as:
- Ford Co-Pilot360™
- Automatic high-beams
- Rear view camera
- BLIS® with cross traffic alert
- Pre-Collision Assist® with automatic emergency braking
- Lane keeping system
- Intelligent adaptive cruise control
- Active Park Assist 2.0
- AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™)
New Ford Explorer Dealer in Blue Springs, MO
Get into your dream Ford at your local Ford Explorer dealer in Blue Springs, MO! Shop our current 2023 Ford Explorer inventory, select your preferred trim, then schedule a test drive. If you have any questions, give us a call at (816) 229-4400 or use our contact form. We can’t wait to serve you at Blue Springs Ford!
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