The interior is designed to provide the feel of performance while surrounding the customer with the latest technologies. Explorer ST-Line customers will find Ebony Black ActiveX™-trimmed seats with Miko inserts, heated first-row seats, heated sport-style steering wheel and red accent stitching throughout. Available premium technology features include 12-speaker B&O® sound system, wireless charging pad, auto-dimming rearview mirror and 360-degree camera. There is also Ford Co-Pilot360™ Assist+ technology†† including Evasive Steering Assist, Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, and voice-activated navigation. Additional touches include ST-Line scuff plates and premium floor mats.
"The ST brand has been very well received by Explorer customers since it arrived two years ago," Newcombe said. "With the addition of Explorer ST-Line, Explorer will offer the broadest performance-inspired lineup in the segment."Â Â
Other customer-driven upgrades across the Explorer lineup include:
- New standard 400-horsepower powertrain for Explorer King Ranch® and Explorer Platinum
- Pick your second-row seat: Customers have a choice of a second-row bench seat or captain's chairs at no additional charge
- Standard Technology Package on King Ranch and Platinum models includes 10.1-inch touch screen, multicontour seats and 14-speaker B&O sound system
- Second-row bench seat option on Timberline models
- New seat trim on XLT Sport Appearance Package features Ebony seat bolsters with Light Slate inserts
- Two new exterior colors are Stone Blue and Burgundy Velvet
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