2023 Ford Explorer® Trim Levels Comparison | Saint Charles, IL
Looking to confidently embark on the journey ahead in a seven-passenger SUV that has the whole family in mind? The 2023 Ford Explorer® offers a dynamic trim lineup packed with outstanding versatility, capabilities, and sophistication designed to make you feel right at home. The team at Hawk Ford of Saint Charles has put each configuration head-to-head in this trims comparison page to help you learn more about this remarkable SUV. For a more in-depth look at key features and performance, view our 2023 Explorer review.
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Click below to explore trim levels.
Base
Base
Far from basic, the 2023 Ford Explorer Base trim offers premium amenities designed to suit your unique lifestyle.
MSRP: Starting at $36,760
RWD / 4WD
Key Features include:
- 2.3L EcoBoost® I4 engine
- Terrain Management System™
- 18-in. five-spoke Sparkle Silver-painted aluminum wheels
- Automatic LED low and high beam headlamps
- LED tail lamps
- Power liftgate
- Power-adjustable side mirrors
- Air filtration system
- Tri-zone automatic temperature control
- Rear auxiliary climate control
- Six-speaker audio system
- FordPass® Connect® with 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot
- 4.2-in. color LCD productivity screen
- SYNC® 3 infotainment system with 8-in. touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™ compatibility
- Cloth seats
- Eight-way power driver’s seat; four-way manual front passenger’s seat
- Rear view camera with backup assist grid lines
- Rear parking sensors
- Lane keeping system
XLT
XLT
The 2023 Ford Explorer XLT offers enhanced functionality, versatility, and a wealth of creature comforts the entire family can enjoy.
MSRP: Starting at $38,570
RWD / 4WD
Includes most Base features, plus:
- LED signature lighting
- Heated side mirrors
- Roof rack side rails
- Intelligent access with push-button start
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- 6.5-in. color LCD productivity screen
- Unique cloth seats
- Heated front seats
- Ten-way power driver’s seat; four-way power front passenger’s seat
- E-Z Entry second-row captain’s chairs with foldable arm rests
ST-Line
ST-Line
With a high-end performance-inspired design and an array of exceptional upgrades inside and out, the 2023 Ford Explorer ST-Line is built to turn heads around every corner.
MSRP: Starting at $46,005
RWD / 4WD
Includes most XLT features, plus:
- 20-in. machined aluminum wheels with painted pockets
- LED fog lamps and tail lamps
- Unique blackout treatment on headlamps and tail lamps
- Dual chrome exhaust tips
- Power-folding side mirrors
- Rain-sensing wipers
- 360-degree camera with split-view display
- Multi-color ambient lighting
- Remote start
- Leather-wrapped, heated steering wheel with red stitching
- Wireless charging pad
- HD Radio™
- 12-speaker B&O® sound system including subwoofer
- SYNC 3 infotainment with 10.1-in. touchscreen
- Voice-activated navigation system
- ActiveX™ trimmed seats with Miko® inserts and red stitching
- Eight-way power front passenger’s seat
Limited
Limited
Experience confidence-boosting features, upgraded technology, premium appointments, and limitless possibilities in the 2023 Ford Explorer Limited.
MSRP: Starting at $47,070
RWD / 4WD
Includes most XLT features, plus:
- 20-in. premium painted aluminum wheels
- LED fog and tail lamps
- Front, silver-painted skid plate elements
- Dual chrome exhaust tips
- Power-folding side mirrors
- Rain-sensing wipers
- 360-degree camera with split-view display
- Front parking sensors
- Second-row sun blinds
- Multi-color ambient lighting
- Remote start
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Universal garage door opener
- Wireless charging pad
- HD Radio™
- 12-speaker B&O sound system including subwoofer
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
- Voice-activated navigation system
- Leather-trimmed seats with micro-perforated inserts and accent stitching
- Eight-way power front passenger’s seat
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated second-row seats
Timberline®
Timberline®
Conquer the rugged trails in style behind the wheel of the 2023 Ford Explorer Timberline® thanks to a variety off-road-ready features as well as bold and unique exterior accents.
MSRP: Starting at $48,980
4WD
Includes most XLT features, plus:
- 18-in. high-gloss black-painted aluminum wheels
- All-terrain tires
- Hill Descent Control™
- LED tail lamps and unique LED fog lamps
- Unique blackout treatment on headlamps and tail lamps
- 360-degree camera with split-view display
- Remote start
- Front, rear, and underbody steel skid plates
- Front tow hooks
- Unique Timberline badges on C pillars and liftgate
- Cargo area management system
- Heated, leather-wrapped sport style steering wheel with Deep Tangerine stitching
ST
ST
Make every ride a thrilling experience with a myriad of sporty elements found in the 2023 Ford Explorer ST.
MSRP: Starting at $50,005
RWD / 4WD
Includes most XLT features, plus:
- 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine
- Unique sport-tuned independent front and rear suspension
- 20-in. machined aluminum wheels with painted pockets
- LED fog lamps
- Unique blackout treatment on headlamps and tail lamps
- Black front and rear skid plate elements
- Quad chrome exhaust tips
- “Explorer” hood badge
- Ford performance 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 accent stitching, and ST Logo
- Eight-way power front passenger’s seat
- 2022 Ford Explorer Trims
Platinum
Platinum
With an efficient powertrain and premium enhancements from top to bottom, you can take your drive to the next level in the 2023 Ford Explorer Platinum.
MSRP: Starting at $53,820
RWD / 4WD
Includes most Limited features, plus:
- 3.3L hybrid engine
- 21-in. bright machined-face aluminum with Luster Nickel-painted pockets
- Adaptive headlamps with LED signature lighting
- Premium Silver-painted front and rear skid plate elements
- Power-folding, heated side mirrors with LED turn signal indicators, security approach lamps, driver’s side auto-dimming, and memory
- Illuminated front scuff plates
- Reverse brake assist
- 12.3-in. digital productivity screen
- Leather seating surfaces with tri-diamond perforated inserts
- PowerFold third-row seat
King Ranch®
King Ranch®
Tap into remarkable power while taking advantage of outstanding versatility and innovation when you drive the 2023 Ford Explorer King Ranch®.
MSRP: Starting at $54,075
RWD / 4WD
Includes most Limited features, plus:
- 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine
- 20-in. ten-spoke aluminum wheels with King Ranch center cap
- Quad chrome exhaust tips
- Power-folding, heated side mirrors with LED turn signal indicators, security approach lamps, driver’s side auto-dimming, and memory
- King Ranch badging
- Java liftgate scuff
- First-row center floor console with armrest and storage bin
- Heated, Mesa Del Rio leather-wrapped steering wheel with Norias stitching
- Instrument panel with real Sapele Wood appliques
- 12.3-in. digital productivity screen
- Del Rio leather seat trim with Mesa/Norias seat color and lasso-perforated inserts
- PowerFold® third-row seat
- King Ranch logo insert on front and second-row seat backs