Baseline vs. High-End: Highlighting Key Features of the 2025 Ford Explorer Trims 

The 2025 Ford Explorer started the year with a bold move… 

Cutting its star trim levels from the lineup. 

The Base, Limited, King Ranch, and Timberline trims were removed from the lineup, leaving the Explorer with four trims to choose from, with the promise of the Tremor model trim to come later in the year.

The Ford Explorer for 2025 lineup is now made up of four trims: the Active, ST-Line, ST, and Platinum. 

Which will you choose? 

A Strong Foundation: The 2025 Ford Explorer Active 

Building a winning lineup starts with a strong foundation, and the Ford Explorer Active gets the job done by exceeding expectations. 

The bold black mesh grille is enhanced by sleek chrome bars and accented by chrome and silver-painted elements throughout the Explorer Active’s exterior. 

Inside the cabin, this Ford Explorer’s interior is complete with standard features not seen on high-end trims, including embossed black door-sill scuff plates, three 12-volt power points, and a 10-way power driver’s seat for added comfort. 

Enjoy every drive with added convenience thanks to Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0. This advanced suite of driver assist technologies features pre-collision assist, blind spot assist, and adaptive cruise control, giving you the confidence you need behind the wheel. 

Sporty, Stylish, and Anything But Standard: The 2025 Ford Explorer ST-Line 

The ST-Line is the equivalent of Olympian Simone Biles: a primed athlete poised for the sport and the runway. Or, in the Explorer ST-Line’s case, the roadway. 

Outfitted with the standard 300-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine, this trim is for drivers who want a little boost on their commute. If the extra power boost didn’t catch your eye, the Ebony door with red stitching might. 

Family drivers will appreciate the classic black carpet floor mats in the front and second rows, and enjoy the ease of the manual day/ night rearview mirror for those early morning school runs or late-night practices. 

For the chilly months, you’ll enjoy the simple luxury of a heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel. Complete with red stitching, it seamlessly blends the eye-catching elements with warmth. 

Other notable features include: 

• HD radio 
• 8-way power passenger seat 
• 10-way power driver seat 
• Second-row split-fold-flat bench seat 
• 20-inch ebony machine-painted aluminum wheels 

Head Out in Luxury: The 2025 Ford Explorer Platinum 

There was once a time when the family shuttle was more practical than luxurious.

Luckily, the new 2025 Ford Explorer for sale has learned a thing or two over the years about the balance between high-end and utility. 

The Ford Explorer Platinum offers the functionality we expect to see from this suburban SUV, while providing us with the level of luxury we crave in today’s modern world. 

On the Explorer Platinum’s exterior, you’ll find select satin finishes on the roof-rack slide rails and the lower bodyslide cladding. 

Enjoy a driving experience suited specifically for you with multicontour front seats with active motion, ensuring every ride is comfortable and relaxing, no matter where the road may take you. 

If you find yourself craving the outdoors, just look up! The Platinum is the only trim to offer the panoramic vista roof with power shade as a standard feature. 

As you sit back and relax, enjoy the view from the vista roof and the sounds from the 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system with subwoofer. 

Other notable luxury features include: 

• Leather seating surfaces with Miko micro-perforated inserts 
• Ford BlueCruise Hands-free highway driving for 1 year 
• 20-inch luster nickel-painted aluminum wheels 
• Heated and ventilated front row leather seats 

Achievable Perfection: The 2025 Ford Explorer ST 

It’s hard to get close to perfection. And yet, somehow, the Ford Explorer ST trim achieves a flawless execution. 

The Ford Explorer ST rounds out the trim levels for the 2025 lineup, and it left no stone unturned. Deemed the fastest Explorer out there, the ST boasts a 400-horsepower 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6 engine that delivers an astounding 415 lb.-ft. of torque. 

It’s important to note that the Explorer ST is more than its power. It’s also equipped with some of the most cutting-edge standard technology on the market. 

Enjoy easy device charging with a wireless charging pad, two 12-volt power points in the first row and cargo area, and USB ports in every row. The Explorer ST is all about convenience and safety, as proven by the 4-door intelligent access with push-button start, universal garage door opener, and power windows. 

Comfort is paramount in this near-perfect ride, with heated and ventilated front seats and second-row heated seats. 

With prices starting at $54,770, the ST ensures you’re getting your money’s worth–and then some! 

Find the Trim That’s Right For You with a Test Drive Today!

Whether you’re drawn to the baseline Explorer Active or you find yourself craving the luxury of the Platinum, the Ford Explorer for sale near you ensures that the right trim is out there. 

Visit us at House Ford in Red Wing for a test drive today! With a lot stocked with new Ford Explorer models and a team focused on providing quality customer service, we are here to ensure that you find the perfect trim for your lifestyle!

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