2022
Ford Explorer

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Available trims

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  • Base RWD
    Starts at
    $35,510
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Base 4WD
    Starts at
    $37,510
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • XLT RWD
    Starts at
    $38,570
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • XLT 4WD
    Starts at
    $40,570
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • ST-Line RWD
    Starts at
    $45,760
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Limited RWD
    Starts at
    $47,070
    21 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • ST-Line 4WD
    Starts at
    $47,760
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Timberline 4WD
    Starts at
    $48,320
    19 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Limited 4WD
    Starts at
    $49,070
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • ST RWD
    Starts at
    $49,260
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • ST 4WD
    Starts at
    $51,260
    18 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Platinum RWD
    Starts at
    $52,375
    25 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • King Ranch RWD
    Starts at
    $53,630
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Platinum 4WD
    Starts at
    $54,375
    23 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • King Ranch 4WD
    Starts at
    $55,630
    18 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

New ST-Line trim level
Three-row SUV
Rear- or four-wheel drive
Choice of two turbocharged gas engines
Hybrid drivetrain available
Automatic emergency braking standard

The good & the bad

The good

Responsive, powerful gas engines
Sync 3 multimedia system usability
Lots of cabin storage
Solid braking feel

The bad

First- and second-row seat comfort
Third row too small for adults
Hybrid acceleration and braking refinement
Visibility compromised by large C-pillar
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Expert 2022 Ford Explorer review

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What Is the 2022 Ford Explorer?

The Ford Explorer is a three-row SUV with room for six or seven people, depending on the seating configuration, and is available with rear- or four-wheel drive. The base engine is a 300-horsepower, turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder, and an available turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 makes 365 or 400 hp. Both engines work with a 10-speed automatic transmission. A hybrid drivetrain rated at 318 total hp is also available. Competitors include the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander and Kia Telluride.  

What’s New on the 2022 Ford Explorer?

A new ST-Line trim level features design cues from the performance-oriented ST model, but it’s powered by the Explorer’s base four-cylinder engine rather than the V-6. ST-Line features include 20-inch aluminum wheels, quad exhaust tips, a sport steering wheel, red accent stitching, ST-Line scuff plates and a Bang & Olufsen stereo. The ST trim is now available with rear-wheel drive in addition to four-wheel drive. 

What Features in the 2022 Ford Explorer Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • 18-inch aluminum wheels
  • Power liftgate
  • Tri-zone automatic air conditioning
  • 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required after free trial)
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane keep assist
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Automatic high-beam headlights
  • Rear parking sensors

Available features include:

  • 20- or 21-inch aluminum wheels
  • Panoramic moonroof 
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated second-row seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Second-row captain’s chairs
  • Power-folding third-row seat
  • Second-row sunshades
  • Digital instrument panel
  • 10.1-inch vertically oriented dashboard touchscreen
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Navigation
  • B&O premium stereo
  • Wireless device charging
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability
  • Lane-centering steering assist
  • Front parking sensors

Should I Buy the 2022 Ford Explorer?

The Explorer offers a wide range of trim levels to appeal to different buyers: We like the performance its gas engines offer, its standard touchscreen multimedia system is intuitive, and the cabin has good storage space. Seat comfort, however, isn’t great, and the third row is small. 

2022 Ford Explorer review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2022 Ford Explorer?

The Ford Explorer is a three-row SUV with room for six or seven people, depending on the seating configuration, and is available with rear- or four-wheel drive. The base engine is a 300-horsepower, turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder, and an available turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 makes 365 or 400 hp. Both engines work with a 10-speed automatic transmission. A hybrid drivetrain rated at 318 total hp is also available. Competitors include the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander and Kia Telluride.  

What’s New on the 2022 Ford Explorer?

A new ST-Line trim level features design cues from the performance-oriented ST model, but it’s powered by the Explorer’s base four-cylinder engine rather than the V-6. ST-Line features include 20-inch aluminum wheels, quad exhaust tips, a sport steering wheel, red accent stitching, ST-Line scuff plates and a Bang & Olufsen stereo. The ST trim is now available with rear-wheel drive in addition to four-wheel drive. 

What Features in the 2022 Ford Explorer Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

  • 18-inch aluminum wheels
  • Power liftgate
  • Tri-zone automatic air conditioning
  • 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required after free trial)
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane keep assist
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Automatic high-beam headlights
  • Rear parking sensors

Available features include:

  • 20- or 21-inch aluminum wheels
  • Panoramic moonroof 
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated second-row seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Second-row captain’s chairs
  • Power-folding third-row seat
  • Second-row sunshades
  • Digital instrument panel
  • 10.1-inch vertically oriented dashboard touchscreen
  • 360-degree camera system
  • Navigation
  • B&O premium stereo
  • Wireless device charging
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability
  • Lane-centering steering assist
  • Front parking sensors

Should I Buy the 2022 Ford Explorer?

The Explorer offers a wide range of trim levels to appeal to different buyers: We like the performance its gas engines offer, its standard touchscreen multimedia system is intuitive, and the cabin has good storage space. Seat comfort, however, isn’t great, and the third row is small. 

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Ford incentives for 67025

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    $1,500 Ford US UAW Member Offer
    Best cash offer on Ford Explorer 2022 Timberline SUV
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    Expires 12/31/2025
  • Automobility discount
    $1,000 Ford US Ford Accessibility Program
    Automobility bonus cash on Ford Explorer 2022 ST SUV
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    Expires 01/05/2026

Safety review

Based on the 2022 Ford Explorer base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
14.7%
Risk of rollover
14.7%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Fords and many non-Ford vehicles up to 10 years old with less than 150,000 miles
Basic
90-Day / 4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty
Dealer certification
139-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

63% of drivers recommend this car
4.1 / 5
Based on 19 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.3
Value 3.9
Exterior 4.4
Reliability 4.3

Most recent

By Chris from NJ
Used to own this car
April 5, 2025

This Ford Explorer Timberland is basically an off-road

This Ford Explorer Timberland is basically an off-road package on an SUV that the most dirt it will ever see until it's 25+ years old is the patch of dirt at Starbucks drive through. the 4x4 works just fine when you get rid of the off-road stuff it's basically an Explorer XLT. The exterior is once again the explore XLT but it has a couple trim pieces like black grills and orange themed stuff don't forget the slight lift and mud tires that makes the ride on the road worse and noisier. The interior is once again nearly identical with the exception of orange stitching on the steering wheel seats and door otherwise the same as a XLT. For the motor and trans it has the same EcoBoost 2.3t and 10 speed automatic getting 25mpg average it's more than enough on the highway but won't amaze you slight annoying drone off road exhaust aka one less resonator. There's nothing particularly wrong with this vehicle I just don't get it it's a Ford Explorer trying to the LARP as a Jeep Wrangler but if the price is right it's a decent 3 row SUV.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 3.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 3.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 4.0
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By Colt Bintz from Council bluffs, iowa
Owns this car
March 18, 2024

Ford wont stand by their product

Junk suv. Ford wont back their product. This suv will ruin us financially when the factory warranty expires. It has left my wife stranded on the interstate. I have spent so much already renting cars while its been in the shop going on 10 times now. Ford told me there is nothing they will do so im just stuck with their junk suv.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 3.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 1.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 1.0
Reliability 1.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2022 Ford Explorer?

The 2022 Ford Explorer is available in 8 trim levels:

  • Base (2 styles)
  • King Ranch (2 styles)
  • Limited (2 styles)
  • Platinum (2 styles)
  • ST (2 styles)
  • ST-Line (2 styles)
  • Timberline (1 style)
  • XLT (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2022 Ford Explorer?

The 2022 Ford Explorer offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2022 Ford Explorer reliable?

The 2022 Ford Explorer has an average reliability rating of 4.3 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2022 Ford Explorer owners.

Is the 2022 Ford Explorer a good SUV?

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4.1 / 5
Based on 19 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 4.0
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 3.9
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.3

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