2020 Ford Explorer Limited
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Photo: Ford Explorer 2.3L EcoBoost 4WD ST-Line U625 FL Star White Metallic Tri-Coat (3) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Ford Explorer 2.3L EcoBoost 4WD ST-Line U625 FL Star White Metallic Tri-Coat (4) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Ford Explorer (sixth generation) 1X7A1903 by Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 2025 Ford Explorer ST-Line, rear 8.21.25 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Ford Explorer U625 2.3 EcoBoost Limited interior by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the sixth generation (U625, 2020–present); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
- Photo: Ford Explorer 2.3L EcoBoost 4WD ST-Line U625 FL Star White Metallic Tri-Coat (3) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Ford Explorer 2.3L EcoBoost 4WD ST-Line U625 FL Star White Metallic Tri-Coat (4) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Ford Explorer (sixth generation) 1X7A1903 by Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2025 Ford Explorer ST-Line, rear 8.21.25 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Ford Explorer U625 2.3 EcoBoost Limited interior by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2020 Ford Explorer Limited is a 300-hp 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 10-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $48,380 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.
It makes 300 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 310 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).
The Explorer measures 198.8 inches long on a 119.1-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $48,380 |
| MSRP with Destination | $49,625 |
| Destination Charge | $1,245 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.3L EcoBoost turbocharged inline-4, aluminum block |
| Displacement | 2.3 L |
| Horsepower | 300 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Injection Type | Gasoline Direct Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive |
| Differential Type | 3.58 non-limited-slip rear axle |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.71 |
| 2nd Gear | 3 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.15 |
| 4th Gear | 1.77 |
| 5th Gear | 1.52 |
| 6th Gear | 1.27 |
| 7th Gear | 1 |
| 8th Gear | 0.85 |
| Reverse | 4.88 |
| Final Drive | 3.58 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 21 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 17.9 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Strut front suspension with coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link rear suspension with coil springs |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.6 in vented disc, ABS |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.6 in vented disc, ABS |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 198.8 in |
| Width | 78.9 in |
| Height | 70.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 119.1 in |
| Front Track | 66.9 in |
| Rear Track | 66.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.2 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.7 in |
| Headroom Rear | 40.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 43 in |
| Legroom Rear | 39 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 61.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 61.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 59.2 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 59.1 in |
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