2016 Ford Explorer Limited

The 2016 Ford Explorer is a three-row SUV that slots between the Edge and Expedition, offering family-friendly space with a choice of front-, rear-, or all-wheel drive. It competes with the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and Chevrolet Traverse, but stands apart with its available turbocharged V6 and police-grade trim. The Explorer drives with a composed, planted feel on the highway, and the available all-wheel-drive system adds confidence in rain and snow. Inside, the cabin is roomy with comfortable seating for up to seven, and the rear seats fold flat to open up generous cargo space for luggage or gear. Standard SYNC infotainment with voice control and available driver aids like blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control keep the Explorer modern for its class. The Limited brings leather seating, heated and cooled front seats, and a Sony audio system over the XLT, plus the option of Intelligent 4WD with Terrain Management. Its 3.5L V6 makes 290 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic and all-wheel drive, and returns 19 mpg combined. The available Intelligent 4WD with Terrain Management gives you selectable modes for snow, sand, or mud, which is a real help when the pavement ends.