The completely reinvented Ford Explorer raises the bar for the 2013 model year with new luxury and safety features. Explorer now offers a heated steering wheel to enhance driving comfort and smart HID headlamp beams that dim automatically when oncoming traffic is detected. Explorer bolsters its class-leading safety package with new knee airbags for the front-seat passenger.
Explorer highlights
- Latest-generation SYNC® system with MyFord Touch® featuring Wi-Fi® capability, text-to-voice, HD Radio™ with iTunes® Tagging and voice-activated navigation
- Integrated USB ports for accessing music
- Choice of 3.5-liter Ti-VCT V6 engine or 2.0-liter EcoBoost® four-cylinder with best-in-class fuel economy of up to 28 mpg highway
- Standard trailer sway control, which uses selective braking and engine management to tame unwanted trailer movement
- Ford’s leading safety and security features, including:
- AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™)
- Safety Canopy® System, a side air curtain technology offering protection for the first and second seating rows
- SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
- MyKey® programmable vehicle key allows parental controls on driving speed
- Hill Start Assist for more confidence on uphill grades
- Curve Control, which can slow the vehicle by up to 10 mph if it senses a curve is being taken too fast
True to its heritage as the SUV leader, Explorer continues to define the segment by refining
comfort and convenience features while enhancing capabilities (video). New comfort features include a heated steering wheel. Available HID auto high-beams activate to enhance visibility, then dim automatically in traffic. Explorer, which was the first to install inflatable outboard rear seat belts, further bolsters its safety package with knee airbags for the front passenger.
Fuel Economy
2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder:
Best-inclass fuel economy for full-size, three-row SUV at 20 mpg city, 28 mpg highway3.5-liter V6 with Ti-VCT: Standard engine is rated at 17 mpg city, 24 mpg highway in FWD; 17 mpg city, 23 mpg highway in AWD
Explorer’s environmentally friendly features include soy-based seat foam
Tow Tech
Taking toys or gear on the road is easier with an Explorer equipped for towing. The hill start assist feature keeps the vehicle from rolling backward when stopped on a grade, boosting confidence on the boat launch ramp. Standard trailer sway control uses selective braking to tame trailer movement.
Convenience and Technology
The SYNC system is easier to use and more capable than ever. Access music from Bluetooth devices, USB ports or an SD card. Create a Wi-Fi hotspot for passengers. The optional Navigation System can choose the most fuel-efficient route, and includes a six-month trial of SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
Safety
• New standard front-passenger knee airbag
• Exclusive MyKey® controls on calling, texting and speed
• Curve Control can slow the vehicle by up to 10 mph if a curve is being taken too fast
