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Remember when Ford launched the totally new Explorer in late 2010, and people were skeptical about how the now-crossover would fare, after ditching its traditional SUV roots? Well, we’re several years in, and I think we can assuredly say that Ford made the right decision. Sales are better than ever (in fact, May was the current Explorer’s best month yet), and the crossover is finding its way into the hands of a whole host of new Ford buyers.
A wholly refreshed Explorer is still forthcoming, but to keep its strong-selling crossover fresh, Ford is offering a host of improvements for the 2015 model year, including the attractive appearance package available on the XLT trim level, pictured above. Outside, the pack gets you goodies like 20-inch machined aluminum wheels, black bodyside cladding and roof rack rails. Contrasting Magnetic Metallic accents are found on the grille, mirror caps and liftgate appliqué, and there’s an “Explorer” hood badge and body-coloured door handles. Inside, there are new Miko suede inserts in the seats, and the package includes the automaker’s Sync connectivity with MyFord Touch infotainment.
Elsewhere in the Explorer range, the Class III trailer tow pack is now standard on the Sport, base models get new 18-inch aluminum wheels, and there are three new colours on offer: Bronze Fire Metallic and Magnetic Metallic.
2015 Explorer pricing starts at $30,600 for the base model, going as high as USD$42,670 for the 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6-equipped Sport. The appearance package adds USD$1,195 to the price of the USD$32,900 XLT, assuming you’ve also chosen the USD$2,500 Equipment Group 202A. All MSRPs listed do not include USD$895 for destination. *Canadian pricing not yet available.
Have a look below for the full details in Ford’s press blast.
Ford Explorer gets appearance pack for 2015
Ford Explorer gets appearance pack for 2015 originally appeared on Autoblog Canada on Sun, 22 Jun 2014 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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