Compare the 2020 Ford Explorer XLT and the 2020 Ford Explorer ST

The 2020 Ford Explorer XLT and the 2020 Ford Explorer ST are two excellent mid-size SUV choices. However, which one will you want to drive? To help you compare, Town East Ford has created this comparison review. We will look at both Explorers when it comes to performance, appearance, and, finally, features.

Performance

The 2020 Ford Explorer XLT comes with a standard 2.3-liter EcoBoost® Inline 4-cylinder engine that gives you 300 horsepower and up to 310 foot-pounds of torque. This 300 horsepower engine can take the Explorer XLT from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 6.8 seconds. The 2020 Ford Explorer ST comes with a more powerful 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V-6 engine that puts out up to 400 horsepower and 415 foot-pounds of torque. This V-6 engine takes the ST Explorer from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 5.3 seconds.

The XLT comes standard with excellent horsepower and competitive acceleration. The ST model offers the most power you can get from an Explorer and fast acceleration.

Appearance

The Ford Explorer XLT features a mesh and chrome grille design along with LED headlights. On the sides of the Explorer XLT model, you will find black side mirrors and smooth design lines. The rear of the Ford Explorer XLT shows off the SUV's standard body-color rear spoiler. Moving to the inside, you will discover a spacious cabin with up to three rows of seating along with a modern center console layout.

The ST model gives you an exclusive black mesh grille. To complement the unique grille are a set of exclusive wheels and performance tires. On the inside of the ST model, you'll find Silver City accent stitching, perforated leather seating, and ST stitching on the seats.

The XLT gives you a classic Ford Explorer appearance both inside and out. The ST offers you a unique look that emphasizes power and performance.

Features

The Ford Explorer XLT comes with lots of excellent standard features such as FordPass Connect™ 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, power door locks, power windows with an express-down feature, and tri-zone climate control. Also available on the XLT model is leather seating.

The Ford Explorer ST offers you many top features such as Active Park Assist 2.0., a heated steering wheel, LED taillamps, LED headlamps, ambient lighting, leather seating, and quad chrome exhaust tips. Also available on the ST model is wireless charging.

For those who want lots of comfort and utility features, the XLT model is a top choice. For those who want luxury and performance features, the ST will be your number one choice.

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