2023 Ford Explorer® Trim Levels Comparison | St. 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 St. 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.
Find your preferred Explorer trim in our new inventory, and browse our available finance and lease offers for the opportunity to save on your next 2023 Explorer! Experience it in person when you schedule a test drive at our location in St. Charles, IL, and contact us online or call us at (630) 384-9905 if you need assistance.
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
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
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
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®
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
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
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®
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
2022 Ford Explorer Trim Levels | XLT vs. Limited vs. Platinum
If you’re looking for an SUV with style, dependability, and flexibility, look no further than the 2022 Ford Explorer. The adventure-ready Explorer is a mid-size, three-row SUV with seating for up to seven people and a range of options to customize your vehicle’s interior amenities, technological features, and performance.
The team at Hawk Ford of St. Charles has assembled this 2022 Ford Explorer trims guide. Once you’ve zeroed in on a trim level that’s right for you, take a look at our inventory of available models. We have the 2022 Ford Explorer for sale at our dealership in St. Charles, IL, and we also offer a 2022 Ford Explorer lease deal that may be a good fit for your lifestyle. Want to schedule a test drive in a 2022 Explorer? Have questions about this or any other Ford model? Give us a call at (630) 584-1800 or reach us online.
Explorer
At the head of the trim lineup is the 2022 Ford Explorer, well-stocked with comfort features like a power liftgate and tri-zone climate control as well as the latest high-tech safety features. Standard features include:
- Starting MSRP $33,245
- 2.3L EcoBoost® engine
- Optional 3.3L hybrid engine
- RWD
- 18-in. painted aluminum wheels
- FordPass Connect™ 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
- Power liftgate
- Remote keyless entry
- Tri-zone automatic temperature control with rear auxiliary climate control
- Six-speaker MP3-compatible sound system
- Automatic LED headlamps and tail lamps
- Configurable daytime running lights
- Power Glass side mirrors
- Ford Co-Pilot360™
- Reverse sensing system
XLT
For added in-cabin amenities and extra tech features, try the 2022 Ford Explorer XLT, with heated first-row seats and second-row captain’s chairs. Features include these:
- Starting MSRP $36,145
- LED signature lighting
- MyKey® configurable key system
- Intelligent access with push-button start
- Heated side mirrors with security approach lamps
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Heated first-row seats
- E-Z Entry second-row captain’s seats
- 18-in. five-spoke Sparkle Silver aluminum wheels
- Roof rack side rails
- Lane keeping assist, lane keeping alert, and driver alert
- Optional twin-panel moonroof
ST-Line
The 2022 Ford Explorer ST-Line offers amenities that will enhance every drive, like remote start, a wireless charging pad, and the SYNC® infotainment system. Features include:
- Starting MSRP $44,745
- SYNC with voice-activated navigation system
- LED fog lamps
- Remote start
- Heated steering wheel
- Wireless charging pad
- Multi-color ambient lighting
- 20-in. machined aluminum wheels with painted pockets
- Dual chrome exhaust tips
- Powerfold® side mirrors
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Timberline
If you spend your time on the road thinking about time on the trail, the off-road-ready 2022 Ford Explorer Timberline may be for you. Optimized for off-road adventure, it boasts unique badging, standard four-wheel drive, and trailer towing features. You’ll find these features:
- Starting MSRP $46,245
- Hill descent control
- Terrain Management System™
- Intelligent 4WD
- Unique Timberline grille
- 18-in. high-gloss black-painted aluminum wheels
- Leather-wrapped sport-style steering wheel with paddle shifters
- ActiveX™ seat material with heathered cloth inserts
- Trailer Tow Package with trailer sway control
Limited
The interior amenities of the 2022 Ford Explorer Limited will wow you, from the leather seats to the upgraded sound system and heated second-row captain’s chairs. Most ST-Line features are included, plus:
- Starting MSRP $45,495
- 12-speaker B&O® sound system
- Leather seating surfaces with micro-perforation and accent stitching
- Power-folding side mirrors with autofold and LED turn signal indicators
- 20-in. hand-polished aluminum wheels
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Heated second-row seats
ST
With luxurious upgraded leather seating and a brawny 3.0L EcoBoost engine for more power, the 2022 Ford Explorer ST is both beauty and beast. You’ll discover these features:
- Starting MSRP $47,245
- 3.0L EcoBoost engine
- Leather seating surfaces with Miko® suede micro-perforated inserts
- 20-in. machined aluminum wheels with painted pockets
- Quad chrome exhaust tips
- Steering wheel with paddle shifters
- Optional 360-degree camera
King Ranch®
Step into the 2022 Ford Explorer King Ranch® and you’ll immediately notice the luxurious fittings and attention to detail. Del Rio leather seats are complemented by a 14-speaker premium sound system and convenience features like a hands-free liftgate and PowerFold® third-row seats. Features include:
- Starting MSRP $53,610
- 14-speaker 980W B&O sound system
- Hands-free, foot-activated liftgate
- Del Rio leather seats with lasso-perforated inserts
- Heated steering wheel with Mesa Del Rio leather and Norias stitching
- PowerFold third-row seats
- 20-in. ten-spoke aluminum wheels
- Side mirrors with memory function and driver’s side auto-dimming
- Forward sensing system
Platinum
The most luxurious and sophisticated trim level is the 2022 Ford Explorer Platinum, with tri-diamond perforated leather, contour seating, and cutting-edge features like Active Park Assist 2.0. Features include:
- Starting MSRP $54,115
- Tri-diamond perforated leather seating surfaces
- Contour seating
- 21-in. machine-face aluminum with Luster Nickel-painted pockets
- Adaptive headlights with LED signature lighting
- Active Park Assist 2.0
