As the flagship medium and large SUV in the Changan Ford family, although the Explorer has a good product strength, it has been tepid since its listing due to the "firm" terminal price and uncoordinated central control design. In order to regain the recognition of consumers, the mid-term reform explorer will not only change the grille design similar to the new Mondeo style, but also use a large horizontal size central control screen, and the sense of technology and luxury has been enhanced. It is reported that the new car is scheduled to debut at the Beijing Auto Show in April, and then announce its launch in May or June. At present, the new Explorer real car has been exposed, let's take a look at it together.
From the outside, the new Explorer still continues the robust physique and heaviness of the current model, but the front face grille is larger in size and more sleek in silhouette, and the internal details are also similar to the new generation of Mondeo scale design, which is very textured. A chrome trim strip above the grille connects the two side headlight groups, extending the visual width of the front face to some extent. At the same time, the internal structure of the newly designed LED headlight group is more complex, and the inverted "L" shaped daytime running lights are combined with the front surrounding "L" shaped chrome trim strip, and the overall look is more wide and full of power. The more concise front bracket design also brings a certain sense of freshness.
The body side has not changed much, the length, width and height are 5063/2004/1778mm, the wheelbase is 3025mm, the width, height and wheelbase are consistent with the current model, only in the body length has been slightly adjusted, positioned in the medium and large SUV. The change in the tail is obvious, the tail light group from the vertical arrangement of the current model to the horizontal development, and through the chrome trim connection to form a similar through-type design, the internal dotted dot matrix elements appear to be very scientific and technological, and this design is also very similar to The Jiangling Ford Lingyu. In addition, the rear-surround design becomes more complex and layered, and the flat tail throat highlights the sporty atmosphere.
The interior changes can be described as a new look, the vertical central control screen that was previously disliked by most people was canceled, and now the new explorer has replaced a Dalian screen, the sense of technology is directly full, and further extends to the front of the co-pilot, this style should currently be Ford's design vane, before EVOS has a precedent. With the adjustment of the shape of the central control screen, the position of the air conditioner outlet is also lower, and the air conditioning control area is suspected of being adjusted to a touch operation, with the knob-type gear shift mechanism and the full LCD dashboard, the overall scientific and technological atmosphere is more intense. In addition, the through-type wood grain trim panels are matched with mood lights, and the sense of luxury grade is also more prominent.
Finally, in terms of power, the new Explorer is expected to continue to be equipped with a 2.3T turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 203 kW (276 hp) and a peak torque of 425 N·m, the drivetrain matches a 10-speed manual transmission, and is available in both rear-drive and four-wheel drive models. As for the price should not change much, the price range of the reference model is 309,800-399,800 yuan, and the new car will continue to compete with volkswagen Touron, Buick Encore Flag and Toyota Highlander after the listing. Overall, this series of changes has further enhanced the competitiveness of explorers. So, what do you think about the new Explorer, welcome to leave a comment.