2016 Ford Explorer Limited
Ford Explorer Details
V6, 3.5L
Caribou Metallic
4WD
Gasoline
105,492 Miles
Medium Light Camel
H61197B
1FM5K8F8XGGC83306
Leather
Limited
Estimated Payment
$0 / month
About This 2016 Ford Explorer
Recent Arrival! HondaTrue Certified Vehicle fully inspected and reconditioned by Hondatrained technicians to meet strict factory standards. Includes 2 additional years of factorybacked coverage, giving you added confidence, protection, and peace of mind. 12 Speakers, 20 Polished Aluminum Wheels, 20 Premium Painted Aluminum Wheels, 3.65 Axle Ratio, 3rd row seats: split-bench, 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, ABS brakes, Adjustable pedals, Air Conditioning, Alloy wheels, AM/FM radio: SiriusXM, Auto High Beam Headlights, Auto tilt-away steering wheel, Auto-Dimming Driver's Sideview Mirror, Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror, Automatic temperature control, BLIS Blind Spot Information System, BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear Safety Belts Package, Brake assist, Bumpers: body-color, CD player, Class III Trailer Tow Package, Compass, Delay-off headlights, Driver door bin, Driver vanity mirror, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Electronic Stability Control, Emergency communication system: 911 Assist, Enhanced Active Park Assist w/Parallel Parking, Equipment Group 301A, Exterior Parking Camera Rear, Four wheel independent suspension, Front anti-roll bar, Front Bucket Seats, Front Center Armrest, Front dual zone A/C, Front fog lights, Front License Plate Bracket, Front reading lights, Fully automatic headlights, Garage door transmitter, Heated 2nd Row Bucket Seats w/Power-Assist Fold, Heated door mirrors, Heated front seats, Heated rear seats, Heated steering wheel, Illuminated entry, Inflatable Rear Seatbelts, Knee airbag, Lane Keeping System, Leather steering wheel, LED Fog Lamps, Low tire pressure warning, Memory seat, Multi-Contour Front Seats, Navigation System, Occupant sensing airbag, Outside temperature display, Overhead airbag, Overhead console, Panic alarm, Passenger door bin, Passenger vanity mirror, Pedal memory, Perf Leather-Trimmed Heated/Cooled Bucket Seats, Power door mirrors, Power driver seat, Power Liftgate, Power passenger seat, Power steering, Power windows, Premium audio system: Sony, Radio data system, Radio: Sony Audio System w/Single-CD/MP3-Capable, Rain Sensing Wipers, Rear air conditioning, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear reading lights, Rear seat center armrest, Rear window defroster, Rear window wiper, Remote keyless entry, Roof rack: rails only, Security system, Speed control, Speed-sensing steering, Speed-Sensitive Wipers, Split folding rear seat, Spoiler, Steering wheel memory, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, SYNC w/MyFord Touch, Tachometer, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel, Traction control, Trip computer, Turn signal indicator mirrors, Twin Panel Moonroof, Variably intermittent wipers, Ventilated front seats.Odometer is 16352 miles below market average!Honda of Lisle doing business in the area for over 50 years. Serving the communities of Lisle, Naperville, Aurora, Glen Ellyn, Wheaton, Lombard, Elmhurst, Villa Park, Downers Grove, Westmont, Bolingbrook and Chicago. **Dealer installed accessories and Arbor Guard Protection Package not included in sale price.
Features & Options
- Equipment Group 301A
- 3.65 Axle Ratio
- 20 Polished Aluminum Wheels
- 20 Premium Painted Aluminum Wheels
- Perf Leather-Trimmed Heated/Cooled Bucket Seats
- Heated 2nd Row Bucket Seats w/Power-Assist Fold
- Radio: Sony Audio System w/Single-CD/MP3-Capable
- Twin Panel Moonroof
- BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear Safety Belts Package
- Inflatable Rear Seatbelts
- Front License Plate Bracket
- LED Fog Lamps
- Auto High Beam Headlights
- BLIS Blind Spot Information System
- Lane Keeping System
- Auto-Dimming Driver's Sideview Mirror
- Multi-Contour Front Seats
- Enhanced Active Park Assist w/Parallel Parking
- Rain Sensing Wipers
- SYNC w/MyFord Touch
- 12 Speakers
- Emergency communication system: 911 Assist
- Exterior Parking Camera Rear
- Premium audio system: Sony
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- Compass
- Speed-Sensitive Wipers
- Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror
- Ventilated front seats
- Variably intermittent wipers
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- Trip computer
- Traction control
- Tilt steering wheel
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Steering wheel memory
- Split folding rear seat
- Speed-sensing steering
- Speed control
- Security system
- Roof rack: rails only
- Remote keyless entry
- Rear window wiper
- Rear window defroster
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear reading lights
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear air conditioning
- Radio data system
- Power windows
- Power steering
- Power passenger seat
- Power driver seat
- Power door mirrors
- Pedal memory
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Passenger door bin
- Panic alarm
- Overhead console
- Overhead airbag
- Outside temperature display
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Memory seat
- Low tire pressure warning
- Leather steering wheel
- Knee airbag
- Illuminated entry
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated rear seats
- Heated front seats
- Heated door mirrors
- Garage door transmitter
- Fully automatic headlights
- Front reading lights
- Front fog lights
- Front dual zone A/C
- Front anti-roll bar
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Dual front impact airbags
- Driver vanity mirror
- Driver door bin
- Delay-off headlights
- CD player
- Bumpers: body-color
- Brake assist
- Automatic temperature control
- Auto tilt-away steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Adjustable pedals
- Adjustable head restraints: driver and passenger w/tilt
- ABS brakes
- 3rd row seats: split-bench
- Tachometer
- Spoiler
- Power Liftgate
- Navigation System
- Front Center Armrest
- Front Bucket Seats
- Electronic Stability Control
- Air Conditioning
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
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2016 Ford Explorer Platinum Review
Ok, you've done your homework and the decision has been made. You're getting an Explorer. Solid choice. But which trim level is right for you? Base, XLT, Limited, Sport or how about this all-new Platinum series? An upscale SUV with sporting intentions.With the use of real aluminum and ash wood trim, the seats and various trim bits covered in something Ford calls Nirvana leather and the dynamic sound of the all-new 12 speaker, 500-watt Sony Audio System, Ford declares this the most upscale, high-quality interior they’ve ever offered. Because 90% of Explorer Sport buyers purchase the most expensive package, Ford took that as a strong signal that customers were ready for Platinum. Running with the Explorer Sport’s vigorous 365 horse 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6, standard 4-wheel drive and sport-tuned independent suspension, you can think of the Platinum series as a more introverted Sport model infused with next-level luxury conveniences.
From the outside, Platinum models are distinguished with an array of unique satin chrome finishes applied to the grille, side mirrors, door handles, roof rack and liftgate applique, and then there are these sweet 20” wheels with dark painted pockets. Though this Magnetic Paint is unexciting, the Platinum’s look as a whole emanates a premium, big boy SUV persona. Other Platinum perks include a bevy of standard equipment such as blind spot warning with cross traffic alert, the meander-preventing lane departure warning with lane keep assist, a dual-panel moonroof, the very impressive enhanced active park assist which will do the job for you in both parallel and perpendicular situations, deluxe floor mats, auto high beams, rain sensing wipers, and the bulky but peace of mind inducing inflatable rear seat belts. My favorite features are the magnificent massaging front seats – the best I’ve ever tested – super hot heated seats and steering wheel and the changeable ambient lighting which provides a wow factor at night. With no options on my tester, MSRP is $53,915. In case you were wondering, Ford also offers Platinum trims on their trucks and the Expedition SUV.
From a size and utility angle, the Explorer is big but not too big, so it’s still easy to maneuver while providing seating for up to 7. Now the 2nd row seats recline but only the split-fold passenger side also slides so that’s where you enter the 3rd row which as far as these things go, is relatively accommodating so it can be used if necessary for more than just kids. Heated outboard positons, twin USB ports and a power outlet keep things cozy in the back. When it’s time to convert to hauling mode, these seats tumble easily but not as easy as the 3rd row which is fully power operated and works at the touch of a button. And getting into this area is now assisted by a hands-free liftgate. So Explorer Platinum life is an uncomplicated affair.
Remote start is standard for the Ecoboost V6 and it’s a powerhouse motor, producing 350 pound-feet of torque and capable of 5,000 pounds towing. It works through a 6-speed automatic and packs a wallop but it’s also pretty thirsty. I averaged about 16mpg for the week on regular unleaded which is the EPA’s city estimate. The unibody, sport-tuned suspension and ultra high performance all-season tires transmit more rough-road communications than necessary, but on your average grade road the Explorer is typically buttery smooth to accompany the quietness. I would not qualify it as sporty drive however and the Sport model’s quicker steering gear gets left off here. The Explorer drives with power and an appreciable amount of poise for its size. And keep in mind, with the Terrain Management System getting you through snow, sand, mud or hills with a turn of a knob, the ability to Explore More is certainly here though the 7.8” of ground clearance will keep your ambitions in check.
From the excellent massaging seats to the dummy proof parking assistant the Platinum trim offers the smorgasbord of high end conveniences you'd expect in a $50,000 SUV. There's no Sync3 yet and the robust powertrain has moments of disharmony but overall this is a big 3 row that'll please all family members.
My Ford Touch lives on here and though it’s a pretty decent system it does look and feel a bit past its sell by date and dings the Platinum status just a bit. And occasionally, the transmission stuttered on my tester - something I did not experience in my last Explorer so hopefully it’s just an anomaly.
If you’re the kind who likes to purchase the highest trim level available, Ford now gives you the chance to go all the way. At nearly $54,000, the Platinum might just be as rare as the metal itself.