For domestic consumers, as long as their budget is relatively sufficient and they have high requirements for practicality, they will generally choose larger SUV models. Among them, among the 350,000-class mid-to-large SUV camp, the Ford Explorer has attracted the attention of many consumers. The large size, standard 2.3T longitudinal engine and optional 6/7-seat seating layout are all the selling points of the Ford Explorer .
This time, let’s talk to you about the overall product performance of the Ford Explorer? Is it cost-effective to buy it for home use at the same time? The 2020 and 2022 models currently on sale are divided into 12 versions. The official guide price remains between 309,800 and 399,800 yuan. The protagonist of today’s analysis is the 2020 EcoBoost 285 four-wheel drive fashion version with 6 seats, which is sold The price is 329,800 yuan.
In terms of appearance, as a mid-to-large SUV, the Ford Explorer has a strong American rugged atmosphere. The tall and thick body outline, combined with the large blackened air intake grille, ensures a good aura. The high and low beam headlights with full LED light sources also provide lighting configurations including adaptive high and low beams and automatic headlights. The practicality and functionality are both in place.
Looking at the side of the car body, the straight line design makes the side of the Ford Explorer look more regular and majestic. The convex wheel eyebrow shape and the chrome decorative strips embedded in the side skirts create a strong rugged and tough atmosphere. The body length, width and height reach 5075mm, 2004mm and 1778mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 3025mm, which is in line with the positioning and identity of a mid-to-large SUV. The front and rear tire specifications are 255/55 R20, and a non-full-size spare tire is provided.
As for the rear, the tough design style does not give us a bright feeling, but with the blessing of design elements such as the dual exhaust layout on both sides and the solid overall shape, there is no fault in the aura. , I believe it is also the comment of many friends on the rear design of the Ford Explorer.
turned around and entered the Ford Explorer. The console design has a good sense of layering. The pure black interior color is mainly decorated with silver and white decorative strips, which makes it look relatively simple and fashionable. The vertical 12.8-inch LCD screen also enhances the technological feel of the Ford Explorer's interior cockpit, which is more appealing to young consumers.
Based on personal experience, thanks to the relatively delicate display effect of the 12.8-inch display and the reasonable functional partitioning, even the first operation is not difficult. Commonly used physical function buttons are retained below the LCD screen, ensuring practicality to a certain extent. The instrument panel is composed of mechanical pointers and an LCD screen. It may not look as cool as a full LCD instrument panel, but the display of driving information is more comprehensive and more in line with the rugged identity of American cars.
In terms of seating space, the model analyzed this time is a 6-seater version with a 2+2+2 seat layout, which is more in line with the needs of family cars. The front and rear seats, which are a mix of genuine leather and imitation leather, are relatively spacious and comfortable. The main and passenger seats are also equipped with electric seat adjustments to enhance the driving experience. I am 184cm tall. If I adjust the second-row seats to the rear, I can get nearly two punches of room for my legs, and there is about four fingers of room between my head and the roof. Keep the second row of seats unchanged and sit in the third row. Although the legroom is not spacious, the basic comfort is satisfactory. In the trunk part, multiple large-sized suitcases can be placed under normal conditions. If the rear seats are folded down, the cargo space can be further expanded.
Finally, let’s take a look at the hardware that everyone is more concerned about. It comes standard with a 2.3T engine with a maximum power of 203kW and a maximum torque of of 2425N·m, matched with a 10AT gearbox. Some friends are worried that this Ford Explorer weighs more than two tons. Will it be like a small car pulling a big car? There is no need to worry about this. This 2.3T engine has sufficient low-torque reserve and starts smoothly in the front section. Although it does not give us a strong feeling of pushing back, it can cope with most driving scenarios without any problem. The smoothness of the 10AT gearbox is good, and upshifting is more aggressive, which improves fuel economy to a certain extent.
front link strut independent suspension + rear multi-link independent suspension , coupled with tough suspension adjustment, it does not feel bulky when driving daily. When turning at a fast speed, the roll amplitude is relatively small, which can give the driver more confidence.
Generally speaking, in the domestic medium and large SUV market, the Ford Explorer can be regarded as a classic model. With the launch of the domestic version of the model, its high cost performance and relatively solid product strength have also allowed it to gain a firm foothold in the market. pace. Personally, if you have relatively high requirements for space and hardware, and your car purchase budget does not exceed 350,000, you may want to consider the 2020 Ford Explorer EcoBoost 285 Four-wheel Drive Style Edition 6-seater.
