Used 2025 Ford Explorer Active
6,398 mi.
Vehicle Details
Description
Shoppers weighing several midsize SUVs will find the Explorer Active especially compelling if daily routines require adaptable space, confident all-weather traction, and supportive amenities. Drivers in climates like St. Louis, where snow and rain are common, benefit from the standard 4WD and heated front seats. With seating for up to seven, a convenient E-Z Entry 2nd Row bench, and a panoramic Vista Roof, this SUV is designed for families, road-trippers, and multitaskers who need flexible room without sacrificing technology or comfort.
While competitors may offer V6 engines or different powertrains, the Explorer’s 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 pairs with a 10-speed automatic transmission for smooth, responsive acceleration and efficient highway cruising. Its 4WD system adds confidence on slick roads, giving it an edge when conditions change. Adaptive features such as speed-sensitive steering and independent suspension help balance ride comfort with driver engagement, meaning this SUV handles city commutes and weekend getaways with equal poise.
Safety is a clear strength for the Explorer Active, as it includes standard active features like ABS brakes, electronic stability control, traction control, and an exterior rear parking camera. While some competitors charge extra for blind-spot or rear-view technologies, this SUV integrates these confidence-boosting systems as standard. Additional equipment-such as dual front side impact airbags, a knee airbag, and emergency communication with 911 Assist-further enhances occupant protection during daily drives or longer journeys.
Feature content is where the Explorer Active truly outpaces many rivals. The Active Comfort Package brings heated front seats and a leather steering wheel, while FordPass Connect 5G ensures fast in-Car connectivity. The infotainment suite supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and integrated navigation is ready for road trips. With power-adjustable seats for both driver and passenger, a hands-free power liftgate, rear air conditioning, and a panoramic Vista Roof, every Row enjoys elevated comfort and convenience.
When compared to the Honda Pilot and Chevrolet Traverse, the Explorer sets itself apart through its combination of turbocharged engine efficiency, advanced 4WD, and a generous list of standard comfort and tech features. Many features included here-like heated seats, navigation, and the panoramic roof-are often optional or unavailable on similarly priced trims of competitors. Additionally, Ford’s transferable 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty boosts long-term confidence, making this SUV a proven value in its segment.
Why choose the Explorer Active over the Pilot or Traverse? The Explorer offers turbocharged performance and standard 4WD, which means more secure handling in rain or snow. What does the Explorer offer that others don’t? It features the Vista Roof and Active Comfort Package as standard equipment.
To experience the 2025 Ford Explorer Active in person, visit Dave Sinclair Ford at 7466 S Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63125 or call (314) 892-2600. Their team can answer detailed questions and arrange a test drive so you can compare this SUV’s strengths firsthand.
Standard Features
- Autolamp Auto On/Off Reflector Led Lowith High Beam Auto High-Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps with Delay-Off
- Black Grille with Chrome Accents
- Black Power Heated Side Mirrors with Manual Folding
- Black Side Windows Trim : Black Front Windshield Trim and Black Rear Window Trim
- Body-Colored Door Handles
- Body-Colored Front Bumper with Metal-Look Bumper Insert
- Body-Colored Rear Bumper with Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
- Chrome Bodyside Insert : Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
- Deep Tinted Glass
- Fixed Rear Window with Wiper : Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
- Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
- Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
- LED Brakelights
- Lip Spoiler
- Perimeter/Approach Lights
- Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
- Speed Sensitive Variable Intermittent Wipers
- Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included with Power Door Locks
- Tire Mobility Kit
- Tires: P255/65R18 AS BSW
- Wheels: 18″ Sparkle Silver-Painted Aluminum
- 2 LCD Monitors In The Front
- 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
- 3 12V DC Power Outlets
- 6 Speakers
- 8-Way Driver Seat
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go
- Air Filtration
- Bluetooth® Wireless Phone Connectivity
- Bucket Folding Captain Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Cloth Rear Seat with Manual Fore/Aft
- Bucket Front Seats with Cloth Back Material
- Cargo Area Concealed Storage
- Cargo Features : Tire Mobility Kit
- Cargo Space Lights
- Carpet Floor Trim
- Cloth Door Trim Insert
- Compass
- Cruise Control with Steering Wheel Controls
- Day-Night Rearview Mirror
- Delayed Accessory Power
- Digital/Analog Appearance
- Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
- Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors with Driver And Passenger Illumination : Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
- Driver Foot Rest
- Driver Information Center
- Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
- Fixed 50-50 Bench Cloth 3rd Row Seat Front : Manual Fold Into Floor / 2 Manual and Adjustable Head Restraints
- FOB Controls : Keyfob Cargo Access
- FordPass Connect 5G Mobile Hotspot Internet Access
- Front And Rear Map Lights
- Front Center Armrest and Rear Seat Mounted Armrest Outboard Only
- Front Cupholder
- Full Carpet Floor Covering : Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
- Full Cloth Headliner
- Full Floor Console with Covered Storage : Mini Overhead Console with Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets
- Gauges : Speedometer / Odometer / Engine Coolant Temp / Tachometer / Oil Level / Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
- HVAC : Underseat Ducts and Headliner/Pillar Ducts
- Integrated Navigation System with Voice Activation
- Integrated Roof Antenna
- Interior Trim : Piano Black/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert / Piano Black/Metal-Look Door Panel Insert / Piano Black Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
- Leather Steering Wheel
- Locking Glove Box
- Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
- Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
- Outside Temp Gauge
- Passenger Seat
- Perimeter Alarm
- Power 1st Row Windows with Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
- Power Door Locks with Autolock Feature
- Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
- Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
- Radio with Seek-Scan : Clock and Steering Wheel Controls
- Radio: AM/FM Stereo : MP3 capability / 6 speakers / speed-compensated volume / SiriusXM with 360L and 3-month prepaid subscription / Visit http://www.siriusxm.com/FAQS for most current service area information / Availability of some services and features is subject to device capabilities and location restrictions / All fees / content and features are subject to change / SiriusXM / Pandora and all related logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc / and its respective subsidiaries Eligible 2025 model-year vehicle receive complimentary access to 3-years of Alexa built-in and 1-year of Ford premium connectivity connected service plan enabling Google Assistant / Google Maps and Google Play which begins on the New warranty start date. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features.
- Real-Time Traffic Display
- Rear Cupholder
- Rear HVAC with Separate Controls
- Redundant Digital Speedometer
- Remote Keyless Entry with Integrated Key Transmitter : Illuminated Entry / Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
- Remote Releases : Power Cargo Access
- Securilock Anti-Theft Ignition Immobilizer
- Smart Device Integration
- Smart Device Remote Engine Start
- Streaming Audio
- Trip Computer
- Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch
- Unique Heated Cloth Captain’s Chairs : 10-way power driver and 4-way power passenger with manual recline
- Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
- 18.6 Gal. Fuel Tank
- 3.58 Non-Limited Slip Rear Axle
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes with 4-Wheel ABS : Front And Rear Vented Discs / Brake Assist / Hill Descent Control / Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
- 50 State Emissions System
- Auto Locking Hubs
- Automatic Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive
- Battery with Run Down Protection
- Class III Towing Equipment : Hitch and Trailer Sway Control
- Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
- Engine: 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 : auto start-stop technology
- Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
- Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension with Coil Springs
- Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
- Regenerative Alternator
- Strut Front Suspension with Coil Springs
- Trailer Wiring Harness
- Transmission with Driver Selectable Mode
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic
- ABS And Driveline Traction Control
- AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control Electronic Stability Control
- Airbag Occupancy Sensor
- Back-Up Camera with Washer
- BLIS Blind Spot
- Collision Mitigation-Front
- Driver Knee Airbag
- Driver Monitoring-Alert
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
- Emergency Sos Capability
- Evasion Assist
- Lane Centering
- Lane Keeping Alert Lane Departure Warning
- Lane Keeping Alert Lane Keeping Assist
- Mykey System : Top Speed Limiter / Audio Volume Limiter / Early Low Fuel Warning / Programmable Sound Chimes and Beltminder with Audio Mute
- Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts : Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
- PCA with AEB and Intersection Assist
- Rear Child Safety Locks
- Rear Cross-Traffic Braking
- Reverse Sensing System Rear Parking Sensors
- Safety Canopy System Curtain 1st : 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags
- Side Impact Beams
- Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
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