2023 Ford Explorer Trim Levels
2023 Ford Explorer® Trim Options
Completely redefine your idea of an elevated drive when you get behind the wheel of a three-row SUV like the 2023 Ford Explorer®. Boasting impressive versatility, power, and intuitive sophistication, everyone is sure to find their bliss in the 2023 Explorer no matter which trim you choose. Find out which one suits you with this 2023 Ford Explorer trims guide crafted by the professionals at Tubbs Brothers Ford in Sandusky, MI.
View our Explorer inventory to choose your preferred trim, and contact us online or call us at (810) 648-0000 if you have questions.

2023 Ford Explorer Base
Access all the essentials from premium comfort to cutting-edge tech in the 2023 Ford Explorer Base.
Key Features:
- 2.3L EcoBoost® I4 engine
- 300 HP and 310 lb.-ft. of torque
- Ten-speed automatic transmission
- Terrain Management System™
- 18-in. five-spoke Sparkle Silver aluminum wheels
- Automatic LED headlamps
- LED taillamps
- Power liftgate
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
- Five 12V powerpoints and two USB ports
- Rear parking sensors
- Six speakers
- SYNC® 3 with 10.1-in. touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™ compatibility
- FordPass Connect™ 4G LTE Wi-Fi®
- Cloth upholstery
- Eight-way power driver’s seat / four-way manual front passenger’s seat
- Second-row 35/30/35 split fold-flat bench seat
- Third-row 50/50 split-fold bench seat
- Ford Co-Pilot360™
- Automatic high beams
- BLIS® (blind spot information system) with cross traffic alert
- Lane keeping system
- Pre-Collision Assist® with automatic emergency braking
- Rear view camera
- AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™)
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2023 Ford Explorer XLT
Choose the 2023 Ford Explorer XLT when you want enhanced versatility, comfort, and a next-level driving experience.
Key Features
Most Base features, plus:
- LED signature lighting
- Heated side view mirrors
- Roof rails
- Intelligent Access with push-button start
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- 6.5-in. productivity screen
- Dual second-row smart-charging USB ports
- Unique cloth upholstery
- Heated front seats
- Ten-way power driver’s seat
- Second-row captain’s seats with E-Z entry
- SecuriCode® keyless entry keypad
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2023 Ford Explorer ST-Line
Featuring a performance-inspired design and a wealth of upgrades, the 2023 Ford Explorer ST-Line boasts sporty elegance on the road.
Key Features
Most XLT features, plus:
- 20-in. machined aluminum wheels with painted pockets
- LED fog lamps
- Unique blackout treatment on headlamps and tail lamps
- Power-folding side view mirrors with Autofold
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- 360-degree camera with split view
- Multi-color ambient interior lighting
- Remote start
- Heated, sport-style steering wheel with red stitching
- Wireless charging pad
- Ebony door panel with red stitching
- HD Radio™
- B&O sound system by Bang & Olufsen® with 12 speakers, including subwoofer
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
- ActiveX™-trimmed seats with Miko® inserts and red stitching
- Eight-way power front passenger’s seat
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+
- Intelligent adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and lane centering
- Evasive steering assist
- Voice-activated navigation system
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2023 Ford Explorer Limited
The 2023 Ford Explorer Limited delivers enhanced safety features, innovative tech, and boosted comfort for everyone.
Key Features
Most XLT features, plus:
- Available 3.3L hybrid engine
- 318 HP and 322 lb.-ft. of torque
- 20-in. premium painted aluminum wheels
- LED fog lamps
- Silver skid plate elements
- Dual chrome exhaust tips
- Power-folding side view mirrors with Autofold and security approach lamps
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- 360-degree camera with split-view display
- Front parking sensors
- Second-row sunblinds
- Remote start
- Heated steering wheel
- Universal garage door opener
- Wireless charging pad
- HD Radio
- B&O sound system with 12 speakers
- Leather-trimmed seats with micro-perforated inserts and accent stitching
- Eight-way power front passenger’s seat
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated second-row seats
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+
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2023 Ford Explorer Timberline®
Discover endless possibilities far beyond the road less traveled in the ruggedly refined, off-road-capable 2023 Ford Explorer Timberline®.
Key Features
Most XLT features, plus:
- Hill Descent Control™
- 3.58 TORSEN® limited-slip rear axle
- Off-road front struts and rear shocks
- SelectShift® capability with paddle shifters
- 18-in. high-gloss black aluminum wheels
- Unique LED fog lamps
- Unique blackout treatment on headlamps and tail lamps
- Steel skid plates
- Unique Dark Carbonized Gray Timberline grille
- Timberline projection lamps on side mirrors
- Front tow hooks
- Cargo area management system
- 360-degree camera with split-view display
- Remote start
- Heated, sport-style steering wheel with Deep Tangerine stitching
- Unique Deep Cypress door trim panel with Deep Tangerine stitching
- ActiveX-trimmed seats with heathered cloth insert, Deep Tangerine stitching, and Timberline logo
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+
- Class IV trailer tow package
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2023 Ford Explorer ST
Experience excitement around every corner in the 2023 Ford Explorer ST thanks to an enhanced powertrain and unique, sporty interior accents.
Key Features
Most XLT features, plus:
- 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine
- 400 HP and 415 lb.-ft. of torque
- Unique sport-tuned independent suspension
- SelectShift capability with paddle shifters
- 20-in. machined aluminum wheels with painted pockets
- LED fog lamps
- Unique blackout treatment on headlamps and tail lamps
- Black skid plate elements
- Black grille mesh insert
- Quad chrome exhaust tips
- Ford Performance branded door sill scuff plates
- Remote start
- Heated, sport-style steering wheel with ST logo
- 12.3-in. digital productivity screen
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio
- Leather-trimmed seats with Miko micro-perforated inserts, City Silver stitching, and ST logo
- Eight-way power front passenger’s seat
- Class IV trailer tow package
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2023 Ford Explorer Platinum
With elevated comfort and premium enhanced amenities, the 2023 Ford Explorer Platinum offers an exceptional ride for all who enter.
Key Features
Most Limited features, plus:
- 3.3L hybrid engine
- 21-in. bright machined-face aluminum wheels with Luster Nickel-painted pockets
- Adaptive headlamps
- Premium silver-painted skid plate elements
- Unique Satin Aluminum finish grille
- Driver’s side auto-dimming outside mirror with memory
- Illuminated front scuff plates
- Power tilt/telescoping steering column
- Heated steering wheel
- Multi-piece gray ash swirl real wood instrument panel appliques
- 12.3-in. digital productivity screen
- 110V/150W AC power outlet
- Leather seating surfaces with tri-diamond perforated inserts
- PowerFold® third-row seat
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2023 Ford Explorer King Ranch®
The 2023 Ford Explorer King Ranch® delivers rugged excellence, high-tech innovation, and impressive power no matter where the road takes you.
Key Features
Most Limited features, plus:
- 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine
- 20-in. ten-spoke aluminum wheels with King Ranch center cap
- Quad chrome exhaust tips
- Driver’s side auto-dimming outside mirror with memory
- Mesa Del Rio leather-covered center console with King Ranch logo
- Power tilt/telescoping steering column
- Multi-color ambient interior lighting
- Reverse brake assist
- Mesa Del Rio leather steering wheel with Norias stitching
- Rear Sapele wood instrument panel appliques
- 12.3-in. digital productivity screen
- 110V/150W AC power outlet
- Del Rio leather seats in Mesa/Norias color with lasso-perforated inserts
- PowerFold third-row seat
- King Ranch logo insert in front- and second-row seat backs
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2023 Ford Explorer for Sale in Sandusky, MI
Find your ideal 2023 Ford Explorer for sale in our inventory at Tubbs Brothers Ford. View directions to our Ford dealership in Sandusky, MI, and contact us online or by phone at (810) 648-0000 if you have any questions.
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