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2025 Ford Explorer ST front view parked in forest by water
2025 Ford Explorer. Photo: Ford

Going strong since 1991, the Explorer is a Ford SUV OG, and the brand’s first four-door SUV. It finally gained the powerful ST treatment in 2020, adding RWD for 2022-2024. Our latest Explorer reviews and news.

Ford’s 400-HP Explorer ST Gains RWD for 2022 and Extends Sporty Styling to the Lineup

Ford Explorer Suhail Ajmal -
The Blue Oval's most powerful SUV adds a new rear-wheel drive-only offering for better on-road performance, and extends its sporty, blacked-out ST looks to its siblings.

Ford Explorer Channels Rugged Roots with Burly 2021 Timberline

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Steel skid plates, higher ground clearance, improved towing - definitely not your typical Explorer.

Inside Ford’s most powerful SUV: the Explorer ST

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With 400-hp & 415 lb.-ft. of torque, the 2020 Explorer ST is Ford's most powerful SUV. But what's the interior like? Here's a full look.

2020 Ford Explorer XLT Review

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Ford redesigned the Explorer for 2020, and the XLT benefits from this with leaner looks, improved interior & better towing. Our full review.

The 2020 Ford Explorer Towing Capacity & Competitor Comparison

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The 2020 Ford Explorer was redesigned. Aside from looks and swanky new tech, what's the towing capacity? How does it compare to competitors? Here's a breakdown.

Pair of Badass Aftermarket 2020 Explorers Head to SEMA with Ford Performance

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A clean, tuned-out Explorer ST & tricked-out Explorer Hybrid get some aftermarket love & parts for the upcoming SEMA show on display with Ford Performance.

First Drive: 2020 Ford Explorer ST Review

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Ford Performance finally gets their way with the Explorer. Finally.

2019 Ford Explorer Platinum Review

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Full review of the outgoing 2019 Explorer in the top-end Platinum trim, before the redesigned, 6th-generation 2020 Explorers arrive this summer.

Ford Explorer Finally Gets ST Treatment for 2020

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Putting down 400-hp and 415 lb.-ft. of torque, the 2020 Ford Explorer ST finally arrives. Here's what's new for the redesigned, best-selling mid-size SUV.

Specs: The 2020 Ford Explorer’s 7 Major Redesign Updates

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Sporting a complete design overhaul, the 6th-generation 2020 Ford Explorer arrives at dealers this Fall. Leaner & more powerful than before.
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