Performance Features
The 2022 Ford Explorer comes with a ten-speed automatic transmission paired to varying engine options regardless of the trim level you select. Depending on your desired performance output and preferred trim level, the 2022 Explorer is available in various engine options. The Base, XLT, ST-Line, Limited, and Timberline models come under the hood with a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Depending on your desired fuel efficiency, it pairs either with a rear-wheel or all-wheel drivetrain. When healthy, the engine produces 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque and accelerates to 60mph in around 6.8 seconds. City driving results in 21 mpg while highway driving delivers around 28mpg.
If you are interested in the Limited Hybrid, expect a mix of high power output and excellent fuel efficiency ratings. The model comes with a 3.3-liter V6 engine that pairs with an electric motor to enhance performance and efficiency. Expect 318 horsepower and 322 pound-feet of torque in the hybrid model and an acceleration time of 7.7 seconds to get to 60mph. As expected, it returns an impressive fuel economy, with 25 mpg on city driving and 28 mpg on the highway.
The more expensive high-end trims such as the ST, Platinum, and King Ranch offer a better performance rating due to the 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine they offer. You will enjoy an incredible 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque from the massive power plant that pairs either with a rear-wheel or all-wheel drivetrain. As a result of the impressive power output, the models accelerate to 60mph in only 5.3 seconds and give 18mpg on city drives and 24 mpg on the highway.
