5 Reasons to Spring for the 2017 Ford Explorer Platinum

The 2017 Ford Explorer comes with a host of excellent features, but if you’re on the fence about choosing the Platinum trim, consider these top five reasons why it’s worth it.

1. Premium Interior Touches

Inside the 2017 Ford Explorer Platinum, you’re surrounded by state-of-the-art technology and soft and luxurious touches. The twin-panel moonroof offers passengers great views whether they’re in the first or second row of seats. You’ll also enjoy a leather-wrapped shift knob, dash and door panels with stitched leather accents, and a leather-wrapped, heated steering wheel with secondary audio control and cruise control buttons. The leather seats are heated and ventilated, and the front seats come with a massage feature.

2. Advanced Safety Features

When you’re out on the road, enjoy peace of mind knowing that you’re traveling with some of the latest safety features. Adaptive Cruise Control monitors the distance between you and the vehicle in front of you and automatically adjusts your speed accordingly, and the collision warning system with brake support alerts you if you’re not slowing down in time to prevent a forward collision. As you’re backing up, the Reverse Sensing System lets out a series of beeps that speed up as you get closer to an object behind the vehicle. You also get blind spot monitoring, land departure warning, and active park assist.

3. Superior Audio System

Enjoy clear and enhanced audio with the superior sound and entertainment system found only in the Explorer Platinum. You get a 500-watt sound system from Sony, 12 speakers with a subwoofer, and a new 14-channel amp. The sound system also comes with Live Acoustics functionality, which helps cut down on distortion and enhances the audio inside the vehicle, and Clear Phase, which automatically clarifies the source of the audio. Your Explorer will also come with a voice-activated navigation system that can give you turn-by-turn directions through the speakers in your vehicle.

4. Bold Styling and Appearance

Make a statement with the bold appearance and unique trim on the Explorer Platinum. The liftgate rear spoiler matches the color of the body and adds flair to the vehicle. You’ll get a satin-chrome grille and dual integrated chrome exhaust tips that are unique to the Platinum trim level. The LED headlights and taillights are not only stylish; they’re also brighter than traditional light bulbs. Finally, all of this rests on 20-inch wheels uniquely designed for the Explorer Platinum.

5. Innovative Handling Features

Whether you’re taking on the city streets or a back roads adventure, the innovative handling features on the Explorer Platinum will get you there with ease. Hill Descent Control allows a controlled and smooth hill descent without you having to ride the brake, while Hill Start Assist makes it easier to pull away without drifting when you’re on an uphill slope. The Intelligent 4WD system optimizes the braking and powertrain to provide the traction you need to match driving conditions.

From a specialized audio system to a variety of safety and convenience features, the 2017 Ford Explorer Platinum stands out with high-end touches and luxury.