2023 Ford Explorer breaks cover in China: Check design, features
What's the story
Ford has revealed the 2023 iteration of the Explorer for the Chinese market. The SUV is a full-size offering from the US-based automaker. The four-wheeler was originally scheduled to debut at the now-postponed Beijing Auto Show. However, the brand has revealed it online. As for the highlights, the car has a stylish look, a feature-loaded cabin, and runs on a 2.3-liter turbo-petrol engine.
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Why does this story matter?
Ford is one of the oldest automakers in the world with large production facilities in various regions such as North America, Europe, and China. The sixth-generation Explorer made its debut in 2019 and is based on the new rear-wheel-drive-based CD6 platform. The 2023 version of the SUV will be exclusively made in the brand's Chicago and Hangzhou facilities and will be a flagship model.
Exteriors
The SUV flaunts an all-LED lighting setup and alloy wheels
The 2023 Ford Explorer has a typical SUV silhouette and features a lengthy muscular hood, a large chrome-studded grille, LED headlamps with full-width DRLs, skid plates, and a raked windscreen. On the sides, it is flanked by roof rails, black B-pillars, ORVMs, flared wheel arches, and designer alloy wheels. Wrap-around LED taillamps and a shark-fin antenna are available at the rear end.
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It is backed by a 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine
The 2023 Explorer is powered by a 2.3-liter, EcoBoost, turbo-petrol engine that is mated to a 10-speed automatic gearbox, along with an optional all-wheel-drive system. The mill generates a maximum power of 272hp and a peak torque of 425Nm.
Interiors
The car features a 27-inch infotainment panel and panoramic sunroof
On the inside, the Ford Explorer has a luxurious cabin with a minimalist dashboard, premium leather upholstery, panoramic sunroof, head-up display, three-zone climate control, ambient lighting, and a multifunctional steering wheel. The SUV packs a Bang & Olufsen audio system and a 27.0-inch touchscreen infotainment panel with the latest connectivity options. The passengers' safety is ensured by multiple airbags and Level 2 ADAS functions.
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2023 Ford Explorer: Pricing
The pricing and availability details of the 2023 Explorer are expected to be announced by Ford in the coming months. We expect it to carry a premium over the current model, which starts at CNY 199,440 (approximately Rs. 23.47 lakh) in China.