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Ford Explorer VI (U625), silver — photo 192919

(2020) Close-up of a rotary gear selector dial on the center console of a vehicle showing P, R, N, D position indicators and a central M button.

About this generation

The sixth-generation Explorer returned to a rear-wheel-drive CD6 architecture, featuring ST models and PHEV options.

Launching for 2020, the sixth-generation Explorer (U625) adopted Ford's modular CD6 platform with a longitudinal engine orientation and primary rear-wheel-drive bias. This structural shift enhanced towing limits, athletic proportions, and dynamic handling balance. The revised interior offered an optional portrait-oriented touchscreen.

Engines range from a 300-hp 2.3-liter EcoBoost to a 400-hp 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6 in the Explorer ST, alongside a 457-hp Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) variant for European markets. A 2024 interior refresh introduced Google Built-In technology and BlueCruise hands-free driving assistance. The lasting engineering impact of this generation remains a key benchmark in Ford's global model evolution history. Known for its dependable mechanical layout, the vehicle built a loyal customer base across diverse driving conditions. Offered with versatile feature packages, this iteration successfully balanced day-to-day usability with solid resale value.

Specifications

5049 mm198.8 in

Length

2004 mm78.9 in

Width

1778 mm70.0 in

Height

3025 mm119.1 in

Wheelbase

515 l18.2 cu ft

Trunk

208 mm8.2 in

Ground clearance

Petrol

3.3 Ti-VCT

286hp(213 kW)

3.3 l 10-speed automatic RWD

Torque: 353 Nm (260 lb-ft)
Displacement: 3339 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 2040 kg (4497 lb)

3.3 Ti-VCT

286hp(213 kW)

3.3 l 10-speed automatic AWD

Torque: 353 Nm (260 lb-ft)
Displacement: 3339 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 2110 kg (4652 lb)

2.3 EcoBoost

300hp(224 kW)

2.3 l 10-speed automatic RWD

Torque: 420 Nm (310 lb-ft)
Displacement: 2261 cc
Cylinders: 4
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 1970 kg (4343 lb)
Fuel tank: 68 l (18.0 gal US)

2.3 EcoBoost

300hp(224 kW)

2.3 l 10-speed automatic AWD

Torque: 420 Nm (310 lb-ft)
Displacement: 2261 cc
Cylinders: 4
Aspiration: turbo
Curb weight: 2020 kg (4453 lb)
Fuel tank: 68 l (18.0 gal US)

3.0 EcoBoost

365hp(272 kW)

3.0 l 10-speed automatic AWD

2020–2024

Torque: 515 Nm (380 lb-ft)
Displacement: 2956 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: twin-turbo
Curb weight: 2144 kg (4727 lb)
Fuel tank: 77 l (20.3 gal US)

3.0 EcoBoost

365hp(272 kW)

3.0 l 10-speed automatic RWD

2021–2024

Torque: 515 Nm (380 lb-ft)
Displacement: 2956 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: twin-turbo
Curb weight: 2085 kg (4597 lb)
Fuel tank: 77 l (20.3 gal US)

3.0 EcoBoost

400hp(298 kW)

3.0 l 10-speed automatic AWD

Torque: 563 Nm (415 lb-ft)
Top speed: 230 km/h (143 mph)
Displacement: 2956 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: twin-turbo
Curb weight: 2132 kg (4700 lb)
Fuel tank: 77 l (20.3 gal US)

3.0 EcoBoost

400hp(298 kW)

3.0 l 10-speed automatic RWD

2022–present

Torque: 563 Nm (415 lb-ft)
Top speed: 230 km/h (143 mph)
Displacement: 2956 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: twin-turbo
Curb weight: 2073 kg (4570 lb)
Fuel tank: 77 l (20.3 gal US)

Hybrid

3.3 Hybrid

318hp(237 kW)

3.3 l 1.5 kWh 10-speed automatic RWD

2020–2023

Displacement: 3339 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 2115 kg (4663 lb)
Fuel tank: 68 l (18.0 gal US)
Battery: 1.5 kWh

3.3 Hybrid

318hp(237 kW)

3.3 l 1.5 kWh 10-speed automatic AWD

Displacement: 3339 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: naturally aspirated
Curb weight: 2195 kg (4839 lb)
Fuel tank: 68 l (18.0 gal US)
Battery: 1.5 kWh

PHEV

3.0 EcoBoost PHEV

451hp(336 kW)

3.0 l 10.3 kWh 10-speed automatic AWD 0–100 6.0 s

2020–2024

Top speed: 230 km/h (143 mph)
Displacement: 2956 cc
Cylinders: 6
Aspiration: twin-turbo
Curb weight: 2466 kg (5437 lb)
Fuel tank: 68 l (18.0 gal US)
Battery: 10.3 kWh
Fuel consumption: 3.1 l/100 km (76 mpg US)
CO₂: 71 g/km
Emissions standard: Euro 6d

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