2023 Explorer

Interior

Interiors Designed to Adapt and Impress

No matter what the day brings or where the road leads, the 2023 Ford Explorer® lineup features interiors that are outfitted to exceed your needs at every turn. From easily configurable seating in all three rows to technology that keeps everyone connected on the move — it’s ready for whatever comes your way.
2023 Ford Explorer® SUV dashboard showing a 10.1-inch touchscreen in the centre stack

10.1-inch LCD Capacitive Portrait Touchscreen

The available 10.1-inch LCD Capacitive Portrait Touchscreen provides a vibrant, customizable display at your fingertips.12
2023 Ford Explorer® SUV interior showing multicontour seats with Active Motion®

Road-Trip Ready Seats

Available multicontour seats with Active Motion®* provide added comfort to the driver and front passenger. The Active Motion seats offer five upper or lower back massage themes. This helps prevent fatigue so you can stay fresh on long drives and recover after the day’s fun is done.
*Due to high demand and global supply chain constraints, some models, trims, and features may not be available or may be subject to change. Check with your local dealer for current information.

Comfortably Seats up to Seven

Available PowerFold® 3rd-row seats make it easy to accommodate passengers and cargo. With the seats up, the Ford Explorer® SUV can carry up to seven people. They also quickly fold down for more cargo room.101
2023 Ford Explorer® model side view showing seven-passenger seating
  • 2023 Ford Explorer® SUV instrument cluster

    Customize Your Drive Modes

    The different drive modes are Normal, Eco, Sport, Tow/Haul, Slippery, Trail and Deep Snow/Sand. Once selected, these modes can automatically modify the electronic stability control system and traction control system for optimized performance.128
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  • 2023 Ford Explorer® SUV instrument cluster showing Normal drive mode

    Normal Mode

    For everyday driving. This mode is a perfect balance of excitement, comfort and convenience.
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  • 2023 Ford Explorer® SUV instrument cluster showing Eco drive mode

    Eco Mode

    This mode is for responsible, efficiently minded driving.
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  • 2023 Ford Explorer® SUV instrument cluster showing Sport drive mode

    Sport Mode

    This mode increases throttle response and provides a sportier steering feel and shifting.
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  • 2023 Ford Explorer® SUV instrument cluster showing Tow/Haul drive mode

    Tow/Haul Mode

    This mode changes shift points under acceleration to keep the vehicle further up in the power range while driving over rolling terrain for an optimized towing experience. *

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    *When properly equipped. Max towing varies based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories and number of passengers.
  • 2023 Ford Explorer® SUV instrument cluster showing Slippery drive mode

    Slippery Mode

    This mode lowers throttle response and optimizes shifting and can be used for crossing terrain where a firm surface is covered with loose, wet or slippery material.128
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  • 2023 Ford Explorer® SUV instrument cluster showing Trail drive mode

    Trail Mode

    This mode lets you set a desired speed for off-road driving, and controls acceleration and braking on challenging road conditions.128
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