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A prototype for Ford’s next-generation Explorer has been spotted again. The vehicle is expected on sale in 2019 as a 2020 model, and judging by the lack of camouflage gear the debut should take place very soon.
The last time the Explorer was redesigned was in 2011, when the popular SUV adopted car-like unibody construction and an inline-4 as the base powertrain. The 2020 model will follow a similar formula, though it looks to be growing in size.
The photos hint at evolutionary changes to the Explorer’s shape but the face takes on a more prominent look with the redesign. There’s still a big, blocky form for the body, plus space for three rows of seats.
Ford has much more radical changes for the parts we can’t see, however. The 2020 Explorer will be one of the first models to ride on Ford’s next-generation platform for larger models. Code-named D6, the highly flexible platform accommodates front-, rear- and all-wheel-drive configurations.
The Explorer will ride on a rear-wheel-drive configuration but offer all-wheel drive. This configuration is the same one Lincoln is using for its revived Aviator, which is also coming for 2020.
Ford's newfound love of aluminum should continue with the 2020 Explorer to help reduce weight and in turn improve economy.
2020 Ford Explorer spy shots - Image via S. Baldauf/SB-Medien
2020 Ford Explorer spy shots - Image via S. Baldauf/SB-Medien
And once again the base powertrain should be a turbocharged inline-4, specifically a version of the 2.3-liter mill in the Mustang Ecoboost. Above this is expected to sit a naturally aspirated 3.3-liter V-6. The 3.3-liter mill will also be available with a hybrid option.
For performance fans, a new Explorer ST has been confirmed. It will replace the current Explorer Sport, which comes with a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 good for 365 horsepower. The Explorer ST's engine is expected to be a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 with output hovering close to 400 hp.
Speeders beware, as the new Explorer will also do duty as a police vehicle. Michigan State Police recently tested the vehicle with the twin-turbo V-6 and found it to be quicker than any other police vehicle on the market.
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Behold our best look yet at the upcoming 2020 Ford Explorer. Caught by our eagle-eyes spy shooter roaming the highways near Ford’s Dearborn headquarters, this prototype is almost devoid of any camouflage, while wearing various production elements. Prior to this sighting, our best look yet at the 2020 Explorer was the 2020 Police Interceptor Utility – a version of the future Explorer for police duty.
In fact, this new prototype gives us our best look yet at the production grille and lighting elements.
High Res photos at link
https://www.motorauthority.com/news/...mage=100679936
Out front, we can see the final grille design along with LED signatures. When compared to the Police Interceptor Utility, the 2020 Explorer features a less aggressive, friendlier face. In fact, we are probably looking at one of the lower-end models – either the base or the XLT.
Out back, a set of LED taillights with Ford’s signature C-shaped lighting elements are present and accounted for. The unpainted, gray bumper cover and tucked-under dual exhaust tips further confirm our suspicions that we’re looking at the base model.
Overall, the shots show that the exterior design of the 2020 Explorer will be very much reminiscent of the current, fifth-generation model, while being more cleanly executed. The all-new model will also feature better proportions thanks to a switch to the Ford CD6 rear-drive platform shared with the 2020 Lincoln Aviator and 2021 Ford Mustang.
2020 Ford Explorer spy shots and videoBehold our best look yet at the upcoming 2020 Ford Explorer. Caught by our eagle-eyes spy shooter roaming the highways near Ford’s Dearborn headquarters, this prototype is almost devoid of any camouflage, while wearing various production elements. Prior to this sighting, our best look yet at the 2020 Explorer was the 2020 Police Interceptor Utility – a version of the future Explorer for police duty.
In fact, this new prototype gives us our best look yet at the production grille and lighting elements.
High Res photos at link
https://www.motorauthority.com/news/...mage=100679936
Out front, we can see the final grille design along with LED signatures. When compared to the Police Interceptor Utility, the 2020 Explorer features a less aggressive, friendlier face. In fact, we are probably looking at one of the lower-end models – either the base or the XLT.
Out back, a set of LED taillights with Ford’s signature C-shaped lighting elements are present and accounted for. The unpainted, gray bumper cover and tucked-under dual exhaust tips further confirm our suspicions that we’re looking at the base model.
Overall, the shots show that the exterior design of the 2020 Explorer will be very much reminiscent of the current, fifth-generation model, while being more cleanly executed. The all-new model will also feature better proportions thanks to a switch to the Ford CD6 rear-drive platform shared with the 2020 Lincoln Aviator and 2021 Ford Mustang.
A prototype for Ford’s next-generation Explorer has been spotted again. The vehicle is expected on sale in 2019 as a 2020 model, and judging by the lack of camouflage gear the debut should take place very soon.
The last time the Explorer was redesigned was in 2011, when the popular SUV adopted car-like unibody construction and an inline-4 as the base powertrain. The 2020 model will follow a similar formula, though it looks to be growing in size.
The photos hint at evolutionary changes to the Explorer’s shape but the face takes on a more prominent look with the redesign. There’s still a big, blocky form for the body, plus space for three rows of seats.
Ford has much more radical changes for the parts we can’t see, however. The 2020 Explorer will be one of the first models to ride on Ford’s next-generation platform for larger models. Code-named D6, the highly flexible platform accommodates front-, rear- and all-wheel-drive configurations.
The Explorer will ride on a rear-wheel-drive configuration but offer all-wheel drive. This configuration is the same one Lincoln is using for its revived Aviator, which is also coming for 2020.
Ford's newfound love of aluminum should continue with the 2020 Explorer to help reduce weight and in turn improve economy.
2020 Ford Explorer spy shots - Image via S. Baldauf/SB-Medien
2020 Ford Explorer spy shots - Image via S. Baldauf/SB-Medien
And once again the base powertrain should be a turbocharged inline-4, specifically a version of the 2.3-liter mill in the Mustang Ecoboost. Above this is expected to sit a naturally aspirated 3.3-liter V-6. The 3.3-liter mill will also be available with a hybrid option.
For performance fans, a new Explorer ST has been confirmed. It will replace the current Explorer Sport, which comes with a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 good for 365 horsepower. The Explorer ST's engine is expected to be a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 with output hovering close to 400 hp.
Speeders beware, as the new Explorer will also do duty as a police vehicle. Michigan State Police recently tested the vehicle with the twin-turbo V-6 and found it to be quicker than any other police vehicle on the market.