The 2025 Ford Explorer has four different trim levels: Active, ST-Line, ST, and Platinum. Below we've highlighted the differences between each trim level.
Standard Explorer trim. $39,755 starting MSRP*. Up to 20 City / 29 Hwy MPG*. Features include:
Upgraded Explorer trim with sportier enhancements. $44,515 starting MSRP*. Up to 20 City / 29 Hwy MPG*. Includes Active features, plus:
Performance-focused Explorer trim. $55,505 starting MSRP*. Up to 18 City / 26 Hwy MPG*. Includes ST-Line features, plus:
Luxury-focused Explorer trim. $51,655 starting MSRP*. Up to 20 City / 29 Hwy MPG*. Includes ST features, plus:
Standard features on the 2025 Ford Explorer include a 13.2-inch touchscreen infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto capability, Ford CoPilot360™ Assist+ with Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Centering, heated front seats, and 3rd-row seating with room for up to seven passengers.
The 2025 Ford Explorer ST-Line and ST are both upgraded, performance-oriented trims but still have significant differences. The ST-Line adds sportier cosmetic upgrades like blacked-out exterior elements, larger wheels, and red interior stitching. The ST includes those cosmetic upgrades but takes it a step further, adding performance-focused brakes, suspension, and a more powerful engine as standard.
Both the ST-Line and ST include additional tech and comfort features over the standard Active trim, like BlueCruise hands-free highway driving capability, a B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen®, a 360 Degree Camera, and a heated steering wheel. The ST adds additional luxury features like ventilated and massaging front seats, a wireless charging pad, and ambient interior lighting.
If you want a 2025 Ford Explorer with a sporty look and modern features but don't care for added performance, the ST-Line is a great choice. If you are searching for a fully loaded performance SUV, check out the Explorer ST.
The 2025 Ford Explorer ST and Platinum are both top-of-the-line Explorer trims but differ greatly in their style and intention. The Explorer ST is a performance-focused trim, while the Platinum is a luxury-focused trim. Both the ST and Platinum offer premium tech and comfort features like a 14-speaker B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen®, heated, ventilated, and massaging front seats, ambient interior lighting, 2nd-row captains chairs, and a power-folding 3rd-row.
The ST trim, though, features performance-oriented components like a sport-tuned suspension, performance brakes with red calipers, and quad chrome exhaust tips. Inside, you'll find sportier ActiveX™ seating material with Miko® inserts and red stitching.
The Platinum trim has satin chrome exterior accents, leather seating surfaces with tri-diamond micro-perforated inserts, a twin-panel moonroof, and other luxury touches like 2nd-row sunblinds and illuminated door-sill scuff plates.
Deciding between a 2025 Ford Explorer ST and Explorer Platinum ultimately depends on whether you want a performance or luxury-focused SUV.
Certain data and other content displayed herein is copyrighted by AutoNation, Inc. and / or third parties. (In addition, providers of data and other materials to AutoNation, Inc. or such third parties may have a copyright interest in and to such data to the extent that such data and other materials are subject to copyright protection under applicable United States laws.) Such data may not be reproduced or distributed in whole or in part by any printed, electronic or other means without explicit written permission from AutoNation, Inc. All information is gathered from sources that are believed to be reliable, but no assurance can be given that this information is complete and neither AutoNation, Inc. nor its suppliers assume any responsibility for errors or omissions or warrant the accuracy of this information.
*Vehicle MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, tax, title, registration, license and options. Starting price refers to the base model vehicle with no optional equipment included, and a more expensive model or trim may be shown. To get full pricing details, see your local AutoNation dealer.
**EPA estimated miles per gallon shown. Actual mileage may differ.