Body reference — model year may differ; market and trim may differ · File:2020 Ford Explorer (sixth generation) 2.jpg — Commons year/body reference; exact trim and market may differ. · Original photograph
General model photo — year and body style may differ · Hyundai Nexo IAA 2021 1X7A0241.jpg — model-family reference; year, body style and trim may differ. · Original photograph
EPA fuel costs assume 15,000 mi a year and 55% city driving. Prices are original MSRP.
Safety
2025 Ford Explorer
Top Safety Pick + — only vehicles built after June 2025
3 tests: Good
Test results & tested models
Small overlap front
Good
Moderate overlap front — updated test
Good
Side — updated test
Good
The award applies only to vehicles built after June 2025; model year alone does not establish eligibility. Small overlap applies to 2020-2026 vehicles built after May 2020 and used a 2020 XLT 4WD. Updated moderate overlap applies to 2022-2026 and used a 2022 XLT 4WD. Updated side applies to 2020-2026 and used a 2022 XLT 4WD. Headlight ratings vary by equipment and are excluded.