(Detroit, MI) Ford Motor Company has publicly stated a commitment to significantly electrify it’s entire product offerings over the next few years. This includes a combination of both all new battery electric designs as well as the electrification or hybridization of many of its existing line up.
At the 2019 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, Ford revealed the latest version of its signature Explorer SUV and with it launched an all new hybrid variant.
The all-new Explorer Hybrid, which features a 3.3-liter hybrid powertrain, is projected to produce a combined system 318 horsepower. An all-new 10-speed modular hybrid transmission provides SUV capability.
2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid. Photo: Ford Canada
Unlike previous hybrid vehicles, a specially designed liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery is built into the Explorer chassis below the second-row seats to preserve cargo and passenger space. “Reduced cargo space in hybrids is a thing of the past for Ford customers,” said Bill Gubing, Explorer chief engineer.
Available in Limited edition trim, Explorer Hybrid comes with Active Noise Cancellation, Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+™ driver-assist technologies, leather seats with micro-perforation and accent stitching, second-row heated seats, a 14-speaker B&O premium sound system, wireless phone charging pad and 10-way power adjustable driver and front passenger seats.
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Pricing and fuel efficiency numbers have not been released. The new 2020 Explorer Hybrid will be on sale in the fall across North America.
Photo: Ford Canada
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