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2023 Ford Explorer Platinum
Columbus, OH
43085
3.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 4545 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 152.7 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 20.2 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 40.7 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 43.0 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 7 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.9 inches | ||
Overall Length | 198.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 61.8 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 5600 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 87.8 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 38.7 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 119.1 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 89.3 inches |
Exterior
Adaptive Headlights | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
Fog Lights | Available | ||
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | Available | ||
Privacy Glass | Available | ||
Roof Rails | Available | ||
LED Headlights | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 18 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 26 mpg | ||
Combined | 21 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
10 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available | ||
Parking Assist System | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 400 @ 5500 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 415 @ 3500 rpm | ||
Engine | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
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2023 Ford Explorer
KBB.com Review
3.8
Kbb.com Expert Rating
You'll Like This Car If...
Great engines. Excellent towing abilities. Wide range of variants.
You May Not Like This Car If...
Pricey for the class. Due for an update.
2023 Ford Explorer
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
3.6
Consumer Rating
91 ratings
Value
3.5
Performance
4.0
Quality
3.4
Comfort
4.3
Reliability
3.6
Styling
4.5
2023 Ford Explorer Platinum Safety
Safety Features & Technology
5.0
Crash Test Rating
Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Frontal Crash
5.0
Side Barrier
5.0
Rollover Rating
4.0
Side Crash
5.0
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 New 2023 Ford Explorer Platinum |  New 2025 MAZDA CX-70 |  New 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander |  New 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4 Door | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $55,815 | $50,430 | $50,355 | $50,440 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.0 | |
| Consumer Rating | 3.5 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.3 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG | City 24/Hwy 28/Comb 25 MPG | City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | City 20/Hwy 22/Comb 21 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | N/A | $66,592 | N/A | N/A | |
| Safety Rating | 5.0 | 5.0 | N/A | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 | 8 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 400 @ 5500 RPM | 280 @ 5000 RPM | 265 @ 6000 RPM | 270 @ 5250 RPM | |
| Engine | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, e-SKYACTIV-G, MHEV, Turbo, 3.3 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | FWD | 4WD |
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