Ford Explorer U625
The American giant that brought plug-in power to Ford's European SUV line-up.
- Power
- 457 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.7 s
- Top speed
- 143 mph
About the Ford Explorer U625
The sixth-generation Ford Explorer (U625) marked the model's return to Europe, offered exclusively as a high-output plug-in hybrid to meet local emissions standards. Built on the rear-wheel-drive-based CD6 platform, it combines a twin-turbocharged V6 with a 100 PS electric motor to deliver performance figures that rival genuine sports cars. Despite its massive footprint and seven-seat practicality, the PHEV system allows for a modest electric-only range of approximately 26 miles. It was eventually succeeded in the European market by a smaller, unrelated all-electric Explorer based on Volkswagen's MEB architecture.
Ford Explorer U625 specs
The Ford Explorer U625 produces 457 bhp (341 kW) and 825 Nm (608 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.7 seconds and has a top speed of 143 mph (230 km/h).
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | Explorer |
| Generation | U625 |
| Trim | 3.0 EcoBoost PHEV |
| Years | 2019–present |
| Type | SUV |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | United States |
| Engine | 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 plug-in hybrid |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,956 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Induction | Twin-turbocharged |
| Power | 457 bhp (341 kW) at 5,750 rpm |
| Torque | 825 Nm (608 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,400 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.7 s |
| Top speed | 143 mph (230 km/h) |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 2,466 kg (5,437 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 185 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Ford Explorer U625 rarity in CarSpot
The Ford Explorer U625 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 32 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Ford Explorer U625 fun facts
- The Explorer PHEV was Ford's most powerful hybrid vehicle at launch, producing more torque than the contemporary Mustang GT.
- While sold in Europe as a Ford, the same 450+ hp plug-in powertrain was reserved for the luxury Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring in the North American market.
- It features a 'Terrain Management System' with seven distinct drive modes, including Deep Snow and Sand, despite its primary focus on road-going efficiency.
