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Plan Your Next Road Trip in the 2021 Ford Explorer

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When you're planning a road trip, having the right vehicle can make a big difference in how your trip turns out. With the 2021 Ford Explorer, you get the performance and features you need to make any journey successful. No matter where the road takes you, you'll be ready when you're driving the 2021 Explorer.

Powerful Performance

With two powerful engines to choose from and impressive performance dynamics, the 2021 Explorer works and plays as hard as you do. A 300-horsepower, 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine comes standard and can produce 310 pound-feet of torque. If you opt for the Explorer Platinum or the Explorer ST, you can take advantage of a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V-6 that can put out 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. When the Explorer is equipped with the V-6, it can tow up to 5,000 pounds, meaning you'll never have to leave your favorite travel gear behind. Both engines team up with a 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission that seamlessly shifts between gears for smooth acceleration and sharp handling. Four-wheel independent suspension gives you more control and stability, reducing impact even when your adventures take you off-road. It also enables the Explorer to hug the road more tightly, making you feel like you're in a sports car.

Interior Amenities

The 2021 Explorer's versatile interior gives you plenty of room for family, friends, and fun. All of your passengers have plenty of headroom and legroom, thanks to three rows of seating. If you opt for available second-row captain's chairs, your Explorer can seat six. The bench-style second-row seat enables the Explorer to accommodate seven. Both seating configurations feature premium seating surfaces that can resist wear and tear, withstanding all of your adventures. Features like automatic climate control and lumbar support will keep you comfortable on even the longest of trips.

Connectivity

With the 2021 Explorer, you have all of the technology you need to stay connected and entertained. Ford's Sync 3 infotainment system lets you integrate your smartphone so you can make hands-free calls and access your favorite music, podcasts, and audiobooks. The Ford+Alexa app lets you control your smart home devices from the road, meaning you'll never again have to wonder if you left the lights on. The Waze app gives you real-time traffic updates and helps you decide what route to take to avoid traffic jams and other road trip obstacles. Your passengers will appreciate the Explorer's wireless charging and multiple power outlets.

Intelligent Safety Features

The 2021 Explorer gives you an array of intelligent safety features so you can always travel with confidence. Intelligent adaptive cruise control lets you enjoy the ride while it takes care of managing your preferred cruising speed, adjusting it according to changes in traffic. If your Explorer starts to drift, the lane-keeping feature will provide you with steering assistance. Pre-collision assist gives you extra braking support in emergencies. Other safety features include a blind-spot information system, a rearview camera, and auto high-beam headlights. These are just some of the 2021 Ford Explorer's road trip-friendly features. Take a test drive today and see why the Explorer should be your next SUV.
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Getting to Know the 2021 Ford Explorer

If you consider yourself something of a modern-day explorer, then you're going to need the kind of car that can take you places. The 2021 Ford Explorer does just that: it's athletic, family-friendly, and the perfect blend of rugged and refined to take you to all kinds of places. more Different Trims for Different Lifestyles Whether it's just a quick drive to soccer practice or hitting the open road for a weekend getaway, you need a car to suit your needs. The rugged Timberline has got steel underbody skid plates, heated seats, and improved ground clearance, making it perfect for an adventure into mountainous terrain. The ST, meanwhile, is the optimal blend of sporty and functional, with striking accents and details to match its bold performance. Interested in a hybrid? The Explorer boasts the only hybrid in its class that can tow up to 5,000 pounds, plus it's fully capable off-road. Room for the Whole Family The simple, handsome cabin is roomy and quiet. With seven seats available, everyone can stretch out in the Explorer, plus E-Z entry makes it easy to get in and out. If you don't need that kind of space, you can always fold the rear seats down to make room for cargo. Other attractive features in the cabin include a twin-panel moonroof, automatic climate control, and multicontour front seats with a massage function. Impressive Technology From Ford Ford's SYNC 3 infotainment system is easy to learn and use, and comes standard with features like an 8-inch touch screen, satellite radio, and Apple CarPlay, Android Auto. Fans of larger screens can grab an available 10.1-inch touch screen with a portrait layout and 12.3-inch customizable driver display. Family road trip? Blast your favorite playlist with a dynamite 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, or give the kids some time off with a rear-seat entertainment system. Ford's Co-Pilot360 driver-assist suite offers some comforting additional support while you're on the road, and most of the impressive features come standard: lane keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, pedestrian detection, and driver drowsiness monitoring are among them. Upgrades will see you get adaptive cruise control, perpendicular and parallel park assist, and evasive steering assist. Prices for Every Budget Enjoy a wallet-friendly starting price of around $32k when you go for the standard explorer. Despite its ranking as the base model, you can still enjoy a spacious, functional SUV that does everything you need it to do. Expect those numbers to climb with the different models; the top-of-the-line Platinum starts at roughly $54,000 and can still go up with additional features. So for those looking to go all-out for touches of luxury and creature comforts, the Explorer has you covered.  Speaking of costs, an EPA of 21 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway gives you better fuel economy than many other SUVs on the market. Packaged in a striking, athletic body that's bound to turn heads, the Explorer offers a versatile, comfortable SUV experience that really does have something for everyone. Are you ready to get your hands on one? Visit us at Conway Ford in Conway, SC, today.