2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid SUV

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Rating7.4

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Midsize Hybrid SUV
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$52,530 - $54,725
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Razor-sharp handling

The hybrid variant is limited to a single upper-level trim

The Ford Explorer is fully redesigned for 2020

Acceleration is not too bad

Too much noise seeps into the cabin

Plenty of cargo space to take long trips

Surprisingly the second row isn't all that spacious for a midsize SUV

Specs & Features

$52,530

price

318 hp @ 6500 rpm

horsepower

322 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

torque

10-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.3L 6cyl RWD 10A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid SUV fares well in the hybrid midsize SUV segment. Adding $14,110 to the price of the standard gasoline variant, the Ford Explorer hybrid carries a base price of MSRP $52,280 and is offered in a single trim, reaching a price of MSRP $54,280 for its AWD variant. The engine on service here is a familiar 3.3L V6 engine supported by a 35-kilowatt electric system. Mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, it makes 318 horsepower and 322 lb-ft of torque. The combined fuel economy improves from 18 MPG on the standard gasoline variant to 28 MPG, making the increase in sticker price worth it. The performance of the Explorer hybrid remains at par with the gasoline variant, with the car accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 7.7 seconds. Ford offers the same 10 color options for the Ford Explorer hybrid.

Buying Advice

The 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid Limited AWD trim is the best one to go for. Not that the regular RWD is bad, but the AWD offers more traction and quickness comparatively. Add to that the Hybrid Equipment Group 310A package which offers features like self-sealing AS tires, 10-speed modular transmission, high series brakes, and much more for just $4,345 to give you the complete feeling of driving an excellent hybrid SUV.

Trims

    Limited
    $52,530 onwards
    • Bench Third row seats

Compare to similar cars

Price

$52,530- $54,725

Engine

hybrid

Rating

7.39

Horsepower

318 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

322 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

7

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$53,000- $59,750

hybrid

7.56

321 hp @ 6300 rpm

289 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

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$46,800- $52,920

hybrid

7.49

308 hp @ 6000 rpm

247 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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$38,200- $50,200

hybrid

7.03

243 hp @ 6000 rpm

175 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

8

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2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid SUV vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.7 sec15.1 sec125 mph
    6.3 sec14.6 sec145 mph
    6.6 sec14.8 sec-
    7.2 sec16.2 sec118 mph

    2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid SUV vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      27 mpg29 mpg28 mpg18 gal.486/522 mi.
      36 mpg35 mpg36 mpg17.1 gal.615.6/598.5 mi.
      31 mpg28 mpg30 mpg17.2 gal.533.2/481.6 mi.
      26 mpg27 mpg27 mpg19.4 gal.- -

      2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid SUV vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        198.8 in.78.9 in.69.9 in.7.9 in.119.1 in.
        196.2 in.77.7 in.67.4 in.5.6 in.111 in.
        194.9 in.76 in.68.1 in.8 in.112.2 in.
        192.5 in.74.6 in.67.7 in.8.2 in.109.8 in.

        2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid SUV vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          18.2 cu.ft.37.4 cu.ft.87.8 cu.ft.
          16 cu.ft.141.3 cu.ft.84.3 cu.ft.
          54.7 cu.ft.131.4 cu.ft.83.3 cu.ft.
          18 cu.ft.99.8 cu.ft.55.9 cu.ft.

          2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid SUV vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            83.1 cu.ft.18.2 cu.ft.87.8 cu.ft.
            55.9 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.55.9 cu.ft.
            83.3 cu.ft.54.7 cu.ft.83.3 cu.ft.
            84.3 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.84.3 cu.ft.

            2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid SUV vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              5000 lbs.1670 lbs.4969 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1495 lbs.4330 lbs.
              3500 lbs.920 lbs.4740 lbs.
              -1206 lbs.- -

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