But we're not resting on our laurels. The new Explorer is redesigned from the ground up - with major improvements in package, suspension, powertrains and safety. Inside, Explorer's passengers have more room to spread out. The passenger compartment is two inches wider compared with the previous model and, for the first time, has an optional third row of seating - enough overall room to accommodate seven adults. These benefits were made possible by Explorer's 2.5-inch wider track and efficient packaging of the new independent rear suspension.
Additional storage is located beneath the rear cargo floor.
Explorer offers one of the most comprehensive safety and security packages available. This configuration offers ease of access to the third row and the ability to customize the cargo area for long or odd-sized items. In addition, small items easily can be loaded through a new rear liftglass, which has been designed to allow a liftover height that is virtually identical to that of a shopping cart for easier loading of groceries and cargo. The liftglass section no longer needs a handle to open. It opens with a touch of a dedicated button on the key fob, while leaving the passenger doors locked.