Used 2014 Ford Explorer Base for sale 

The Ford Explorer is offered in three trims, namely the XLT, the Limited trim, and the Sport trim. The first two trims are powered by a V-6 motor as standard, with an RWD system. The AD can be had at $2,000 more. The inline-4 engine with better fuel economy and lower power actually comes at a higher price tag than the V-6. The Sport trim has a turbocharged V-6 motor.

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The XLT trim is the most feature-rich, and the 202A group upgrade still saves you a tiny bit of money and offers leather upholstery and other comforts. We further recommend going for the inline-4 motor for city driving as it saves $2,000 on every trim. The V-6 along with the 4WD seems a bit too onerous for urban commuting.

The standard engine on the 2014 Ford Explorer is a 3.5L V-6 that makes 290 horsepower and 255 foot-pounds of torque. All Ford Explorers have a 6-speed automatic transmission. The powertrain comes with a front-wheel-drive as standard, though a four-wheel-drive can be optionally purchased.

There is a frugal 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 motor on offer that puts up 240 horsepower and 270 foot-pounds of torque. Finally, the Explorer Sport comes with a 4WD exclusively and a turbocharged 3.5L V-6 motor making 365 horsepower and 360 foot-pounds of torque.

Compared to the competition, the 2014 Ford Explorer is a bit on the slower side to get going with its basic powertrain. The inline-4 is even slower to get started, though it does pick up as you gain speed. The Ford Explorer does have the best horsepower of the lot, though, in torque, the inline-4 motor is ways ahead.

The inline-4 motor does manage to considerably lower the fuel economy of this Ford SUV. the 240 horsepower inline-4 turbocharged motor manages to get 20 mpg in cities, 28 mpg on highways, and 23 mpg combined. The inline-4 motor is optional and only available in front-wheel-drive. The V-6 motor manages 17 mpg in cities, 24 on highways, and 20 mpg combined. The Explorer Sport on the other hand offers 16 mpg in cities, 22 mpg on highways, and 18 mpg combined.

Compared to the competition the inline-4 motor is by far the best in the segment. The V-6 is also well refined and offers efficiency which is a bit on the better side. The Ford Explorer has an 18.6-gallon fuel tank that allows it to go up to 380 miles on a full charge. The Chevrolet Traverse has the best fuel capacity in the competition at 22 gallons.

The Ford Explorer has loads of space in the cabin. The SUV comes configured for 7 seats, though 8 seats can be optionally had. The seats are perfectly comfortable and well supported. Softer cushions have enough side bolstering to keep you held along turns. The Sport trim has sportier cloth seats on offer. The front and the middle row of seats have great headroom and legroom, even with the sunroof.

The third-row seats are pretty cramped for adults, though they can easily fit children. The Explorer has a fold-away third-row seat, which can even be had power-operated optionally. Fold the third and the second rows and the SUV offers up 81 cubic feet of maximum storage space.

With all the rows facing up the Explorer offers 21 cubic feet of luggage space. The Chevrolet Traverse offers better luggage space, though for a family the Ford would be exceptionally adequate. The second-row legroom in the Mazda CX-9 and the Ford Explorer is similar and spacious. Some standout interior features in the Explorer are:

• Tilting and telescopic steering column
• Heated steering wheel
• Memory driver's seat
• Power driver's seat
• Heated Front Seats
• Cooled Front seats
• Optional 3 seating bench for the second row

How intuitive is the 2018 Ford Explorer’s infotainment unit?

There is an optional MyFord Touch interface offered in the SUV that adds a high-resolution display, and two additional screens in the gauge cluster. The system also has touch-sensitive audio and climate control.

The system is a bit on the clumsier side, though Ford has recently improved the usability of the same. The voice-activated Sync system works brilliantly with the MyFord Touch interface. Some standout interior features are:

• 6-speaker audio
• Auxiliary Audio Input and USB With External Media Control
• Satellite Radio
• USB Connection
• Sony Premium Brand Speakers including a Subwoofer
• Smart Device Integration
• Bluetooth Compatibility 

The Ford Explorer has sharp angles and lines almost reminiscent of the original SUV, though in modern years it has become more road-car-like. The body and the frame of the car speak of a highly refined and tastefully made design, although it is heavily influenced by Volvo’s design inputs in the past.

The high-performance Explorer Sport is the most car-like trim, and offers a large 20-inch wheel, with gloss black accents. The Explorer is much smaller than the large Expedition, yet still manages to retain a much more imposing look than a minivan or sedan.

In overall length, the 2014 Ford Expedition is lower than its competitors. The SUV also has lower ground clearance than the average of the class. Its competitors seem like better contenders than SUVs, while the Explorer has now turned to more of a family car. Some standout exterior features include:

• LED taillights
• LED headlights
• Twin Exhaust
• Quad Exhaust on Sport
• Heated Rear View Mirror
• Auto-Dimming rearview mirror
• 18” Alloy wheels
• 20” Alloy wheels on Sport

The new Ford Expedition is one of the safest cars currently on the road. The body structure is well built and structurally sound. The car also offers some of the best safety technology currently on the market.

There are standard trailer sway control and a slew of features like inflatable seat belts, blind-spot monitors, curve control, and so on. The IIHS has ranked the SUV as a “Top Safety Pick '' for 2014, while the NHTSA has awarded the car a 5-star overall safety rating. Some standout safety features offered in the car are:

• Advancetrac w/Roll Stability Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC)
• Terrain Management System ABS And Driveline Traction Control
• Side Impact Beams
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
• Front And Rear Parking Sensors
• Adaptive cruise control, 
• Forward-collision warning, 
• Blind-spot warning, 
• Rear cross-traffic alert, 
• Lane-keeping assist

The 2014 Ford Expedition is a classic SUV that has been tuned to be the perfect family car by the American automotive giant. Though the crossover boasts minimal off-road capability, it has a responsive and highly reliable engine, as well as the best in class fuel savings with the new inline-4 motor. The car has ample space and refined and feature-rich interiors to seal the deal. Overall the car is a great buy in the segment and a true value for money offering.