When you begin to dive into the Ford Explorer specifications and features, the versatility of the model really shines through. This SUV is the ideal size to accommodate families throughout Scranton, Blakeslee, Pocono Pines, Tobyhanna, and Mount Pocono. If you want a towing machine, the Explorer can do it. If you want a roomy interior, the Explorer can do that as well. As you'll see in this 2022 Ford Explorer review, the SUV can even act as a performance model.
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| Maximum towing capacity | 5,600 lbs. |
| Maximum horsepower and torque | 400 horsepower 415 lb-ft of torque |
| Maximum cargo space | 87.8 cu. ft. |
| Number of 2022 trim levels | 8 |
2022 Ford Explorer Performance Chops
You won't be lacking options when customizing the performance of your 2022 Ford Explorer. Ford has three engine options for this SUV, giving each person the chance to choose the performance that fits their lifestyle. The engines are:
- 2.3L 4-cylinder making 300 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque
- 3.0L V6 making 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque
- 3.3L Hybrid making 318 horsepower and 322 lb-ft of torque
There are other choices to be made relative to performance, too. For example, the SUV can be enjoyed in either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. A 10-speed automatic transmission is standard throughout the engine lineup, however.
What are the options if you plan on doing towing? Here's how each engine stacks up:
- 2.3L can tow as much as 5,300 pounds
- 3.0L can tow as much as 5,600 pounds
- 3.3L hybrid can tow as much as 5,000 pounds
2022 Ford Explorer is Built for Storage
The impressive cargo space of the 2022 Ford Explorer is a real boon for families. It takes no time at all to adjust the interior outlay to support however much cargo you have. Here are the three storage capacities offered depending on how you arrange the seats:
- 18.2 cubic feet of storage behind the third row
- 47.9 cubic feet of storage behind the second row
- 87.8 cubic feet of storage behind the first row
2022 Ford Explorer Trim Levels
As with other models in the lineup, Ford lets you enjoy the exact version of the 2022 Explorer you want. Just pick the trim level that best fits your life. For example, those seeking off-roading ability should look to the rugged Timberline trim.
The base trim is called the Explorer while the following two trims are XLT and ST-Line. Then comes the adventurous Timberline with the rest of the offerings being:
- Limited
- ST
- King Ranch
- Platinum
The 2022 Ford Explorer is a Knockout
The 2022 Ford Explorer is a stellar SUV. The more you learn about it, the more appealing it would seem. A test drive through Scranton, Blakeslee, Pocono Pines, Tobyhanna, or Mount Pocono, PA, is your best form of research. To get behind the wheel, reach out to our Ray Price Ford team!