Still miss my Explorer sport, always wanted another one. This just might be it.
I like the look and the powah!Still miss my Explorer sport, always wanted another one. This just might be it.
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Tuners believe this is more capable than the 3.5 Ecoboost. In order of potential: 3.0, 3.5,2.7I just dont get how you are going to option the 3.5EB in a lower model but not option the high output on the ST and instead put in a weaker 3.0EB. It's so stupid because it is such a weak attempt by Ford in every way with the Explorer and one of their most important products.
You have two other established SUVs that fall in the same class as your new hot Explorer that you just changed to a RWD platform, hinting that when a performance model arises that you are seriously looking to contend. But no, Ford puts this half-assed, dinky 3.0 in it leaving it 75hp shy of the SRT Durango.
If you do have a hotter version in the works, why would you show a weak ST before it? You just let everyone down who had high hopes for at least a 450hp Explorer that would challenge at least the Durango.
I like the new Explorer as an SUV but this whole ST unveiling pisses me off more than anything else they have done.
Tuners believe this is more capable than the 3.5 Ecoboost. In order of potential: 3.0, 3.5,2.7
I think the EST is quoted to do 0-60 in 6.7.Well from my point of view, it should have the Coyote in it. If they want to make a serious performer, and if they actually come out with a Ford Performance model then they need to FPC in it or some form of the Coyote. Have they said whether the platform can fit the V8 yet? I just feel like it was a missed opportunity to do something more with it. It is going to be fast because Michigan state police have tested the Interceptor and said it was the fastest of all the cop cars. It did 0-60 in 5.7 and the next fastest was the Charger at 5.8 seconds. So given it is probably quite a bit heavier I would venture to say the ST will do it in 5.2-5.4 seconds.
2020 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Is Quickest in Police Testing
I think the EST is quoted to do 0-60 in 6.7.
I hope it’s faster....I dont know how that would be possible since the Interceptor has the same engine but is likely much heavier. If that is the true times then that is pathetic.
Sounds like you need the Lincoln Aviator. 450hp/600tq.I just dont get how you are going to option the 3.5EB in a lower model but not option the high output on the ST and instead put in a weaker 3.0EB. It's so stupid because it is such a weak attempt by Ford in every way with the Explorer and one of their most important products.
You have two other established SUVs that fall in the same class as your new hot Explorer that you just changed to a RWD platform, hinting that when a performance model arises that you are seriously looking to contend. But no, Ford puts this half-assed, dinky 3.0 in it leaving it 75hp shy of the SRT Durango.
If you do have a hotter version in the works, why would you show a weak ST before it? You just let everyone down who had high hopes for at least a 450hp Explorer that would challenge at least the Durango.
I like the new Explorer as an SUV but this whole ST unveiling pisses me off more than anything else they have done.
Sounds like you need the Lincoln Aviator. 450hp/600tq.
I do not know. My guess is the turbos are the same as the Continental/MKZ 3.0, but it's the electric assist in the Aviator that gives it that extra power bump over the Explorer ST.Any info on what turbos they are using? Most of these EB turbos max out easily with a tune and are sharp torque curves that fall off quick.
Sounds like you need the Lincoln Aviator. 450hp/600tq.
Edit: The 3.0 is a very strong engine and with a tune, it's laying down better numbers than a 3.5. I have no doubt the Explorer ST will hit 12's tune only. While that would be nice if it did it stock, that's at most a $600 mod that everyone should do.