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2014 Ford Explorer
The 2014 Ford Explorer builds on its heritage as the full-size SUV leader with outstanding capability, convenience and comfort. Key advancements
introduced on Ford Explorer Sport, new for the 2013 model year, now are available on the 2014 Ford Explorer.
These performance-oriented upgrades include a solid-mounted electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) rack with improved feel, providing more
responsiveness to drivers both on-road and off-road, and larger brakes for shorter stopping distances and better performance when towing.
Second-row heated seats, auto headlamps and adaptive cruise control are among the convenience features added or now more widely available. Sunset and Dark Side are new exterior color choices for the 2014 model year.
Key features include:
- Latest-generation SYNC system with MyFord Touch featuring Wi-Fi capability, text-to-voice, HD Radio™ with iTunes Tagging and voice-activated navigation
- Integrated USB ports for accessing music
- Choice of 3.5-liter Ti-VCT V6 engine or 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder with fuel economy of up to 28 mpg on the highway
- Standard trailer sway control, which uses selective braking and engine management to tame unwanted trailer movement
- Auto headlamps now standard
- Second-row heated seats available on Limited
- Adaptive cruise control available on Limited
- New exterior colors: Sunset and Dark Side
- Ford's leading safety and security features, including:
- AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control™)
- Safety Canopy System, a side air curtain technology offering protection for the first and second seating rows
- SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
- MyKey programmable vehicle key allows parental controls on driving speed
- Hill Start Assist for more confidence on uphill grades
- Curve Control, which can slow the vehicle by up to 10 mph if it senses a curve is being taken too fast
- MSRP: Starting at $29,600 plus $895 destination and delivery charges
- Manufacturing location: Chicago Assembly Plant, Chicago
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