2014 Explorer Overview
06/15/2013
Ford
The 2014 Ford Explorer builds on its heritage as the full-size SUV leader with outstanding capability, convenience and comfort. Key advancements introduced on Ford Explorer Sport, new for the 2013 model year, now are available on the 2014 Ford Explorer.
These performance-oriented upgrades include a solid-mounted electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) rack with improved feel, providing more responsiveness to drivers both on-road and off-road, and larger brakes for shorter stopping distances and better performance when towing.
Second-row heated seats, auto headlamps and adaptive cruise control are among the convenience features added or now more widely available. Sunset and Dark Side are new exterior color choices for the 2014 model year.
Key features include:
Latest-generation SYNC(R) system with MyFord Touch(R) featuring Wi-Fi(R) capability, text-to-voice, HD Radio(TM) with iTunes(R) 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(R) four-cylinder with fuel economy of up to 28 mpg on the highway
Standard trailer sway control, which uses selective braking and engine management to tame unwanted trailer movement
Auto headlamps now standard
Second-row heated seats available on Limited
Adaptive cruise control available on Limited
New exterior colors: Sunset and Dark Side
Ford's leading safety and security features, including:
AdvanceTrac(R) with RSC(R) (Roll Stability Control(TM))
Safety Canopy(R) System, a side air curtain technology offering protection for the first and second seating rows
SOS Post-Crash Alert System(TM)
MyKey(R) 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
MSRP: Starting at $29,600 plus $895 destination and delivery charges
Manufacturing location: Chicago Assembly Plant, Chicago