2015 FORD EXPLORER UPDATED WITH SPORTY NEW LOOK
- Ford Explorer sales break the 20,000-vehicle mark last month for the first time since July 2005; 20,346 vehicles sold makes May the best month ever for the current-generation utility
- 2015 Ford Explorer XLT is available later this month with a new appearance package that adds a sportier look and more comfort and technology features at an outstanding value
- New package includes grille and mirror caps painted Magnetic Metallic, 20-inch machined aluminum wheels with painted pockets, and leather-trimmed and heated front seats with genuine Miko® suede inserts
Ford Explorer brings new options to utility vehicle customers for 2015, including a sport-inspired appearance package that raises the bar on comfort and technology without breaking the bank, as well as new colors and features.
“Customers asked for more and this is our answer,” said Matt Zuehlk, Ford Explorer brand manager. “We know consumers love the look of Explorer Sport; with this package, you get that for Explorer XLT. It looks bold and rugged, and offers impressive technology at a surprising value.”
Available later this month, the new option brings even greater variety, as customer demand for utility vehicles increases. Explorer sales topped 20,000 in May for the first time since July 2005, with 20,346 vehicles sold. This is a 21 percent increase compared to May 2013.
Interior details include leather-trimmed, heated front seats featuring Miko® suede inserts and contrast stitching, floor mats with special badging and auto-dimming rearview mirror.
The package also features technology upgrades such as SYNC® with MyFord Touch®, two 4.2-inch color LCD screens in the instrument cluster, an 8-inch color LCD touch screen in the Meteorite Black center stack, two USB ports and an SD card reader.
Additional updates for 2015 include new 18-inch aluminum wheels now standard on the base model; Class III trailer tow package now standard on Explorer Sport; and three new colors – Bronze Fire Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Caribou Metallic and Magnetic Metallic.
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