2017 Ford Explorer

It was predictable like those gray hairs that suddenly appear.  Millennials are starting to embrace owning a SUV.  This very large group is defined as Baby Boomers' kids including their grandchildren and the eldest are just hitting 40 years. This is a peak time for running their own kids and gear to activities and making the trips to the big box stores.  It is no wonder the Millennials are focusing on the Ford's best-selling Explorer, which has 3 rows, seats seven and abundant cargo space. 

Besides all the roominess of the Explorer, performance, higher seating position, ease of getting in and out and the slew of new safety systems, this Ford SUV is darn right handsome with its sleek lines and sculptured surface in its wide assertive stance. 

 You and yours will nod your heads in agreement with a visit to the friendly folks at Hixson Ford of Alexandria located at 2506 MacArthur Drive, LA 71301 or by calling the dealership at 318.448.0871 and take your expectations for a spin.  These six or seven seaters come with front wheel drive or the available All-Wheel drive for those who desire more confidence in nasty weather conditions.  With the right setup, your Explorer can tow 5,000 pounds, which should be adequate getting your jet-skis to your favorite lake.  When you slide up into those large and so comfy seats, you will also quickly appreciate the Explorer's upscale and well-appointed cabin.  The rear seats provide plenty of leg and head room as well as available bucket seats.  The third-row folds forward to create a vast 81 cubic feet for your cargo needs plus there is still over 20 cubic feet with all seats up. 

For your entertainment, communication and safety needs everything is there at your fingertips with the highly rated Ford Sync3 system that has real buttons so   drivers can keep their eyes on the road.  Edmonds, a car critic, recently stated concerning the Explorer: “its outstanding quietness and quality cabin trimmings elevate this practical do-all crossover and brings it to the front of the segment.”  They are spot on and you will quickly feel that peace and quiet in a very secure and controlled ride in your test drive.  This is thanks to tighter door seals, engine mounts that absorb vibration and acoustic glass and more.  It just gets better when you find out what is living under the Explorer's handsome hood.

The standard tried and true V6 delivers 290 lively horses and 225 lb-ft of torque are mated to a smooth shifting 6-speed.  Another popular choice is the new Turbocharged 2.3-liter four cylinder that delivers 280 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque.  If you desire more zip in your trips, then also test drive the aggressive Twin-Turbo 3.5-liter V6 that lets releases 365 thoroughbreds with an awesome 350 lb-ft of asphalt grabbing torque. 

Everything just comes together with the new Ford Explorer from its styling to performance capabilities.  So just make the short drive to Hixson Ford of Alexandria and be prepared for an enjoyable experience.  You will also find out first hand why Explorer owners are saying this SUV is as much fun to drive as it is to be seen in.