
{"id":123,"date":"2019-11-01T20:46:58","date_gmt":"2019-11-01T20:46:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tt-blogs.dealerfire.com\/sheehy\/?p=123"},"modified":"2023-11-23T10:21:41","modified_gmt":"2023-11-23T10:21:41","slug":"is-the-2020-ford-explorer-good-at-driving-off-road","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sheehy.com\/blog\/is-the-2020-ford-explorer-good-at-driving-off-road\/","title":{"rendered":"Is the 2020 Ford Explorer Good at Driving Off-Road?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2>2020 Ford Explorer Drivetrain Options and Capabilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the many reasons that SUVs are so desirable among drivers is the fact that these vehicles can handle difficult tasks that a typical car couldn\u2019t do. Whether you are exploring the wilderness, towing a trailer, or live somewhere with plenty of snow or rain, the 2020 Ford Explorer is here to assist you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>[ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sheehy.com\/new-ford-explorer-virginia-maryland-and-washington-dc-\">New Ford Explorer Inventory at Sheehy Auto Stores<\/a> ]<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Drivetrain Options in the 2020 Ford Explorer SUV<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"768\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/148\/2023\/11\/23101942\/2020-Ford-Explorer-B-1_o.jpg\" alt=\"2020 Ford Explorer seats \" class=\"wp-image-658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/148\/2023\/11\/23101942\/2020-Ford-Explorer-B-1_o.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/148\/2023\/11\/23101942\/2020-Ford-Explorer-B-1_o-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two drivetrain options for anyone considering the 2020 Ford Explorer. Rear-wheel drive (RWD) is standard for every 2020 Ford Explorer and is all-new to the model. With RWD, you ride will feel sportier, offer enhanced performance, and be able to tow 600 more pounds than with front-wheel drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other option is the available Intelligent Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) with Terrain Management System\u2122. The Terrain Management System is all-new for the Explorer. With this system, you will be able to tackle a variety of terrains, including snow, sand, rain, and more. Choose from seven drive modes, including Normal, Eco, Trail, Deep Snow\/Sand, Slippery, Sport, and Tow\/Haul. If you choose Intelligent 4WD, you will get the available 12.3\u201d digital cluster display with HD 3D graphics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Towing Capabilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Standard on the 2020 Ford Explorer, trailer sway control automatically brakes and adjusts engine power to keep your trailer stable. Looking to tow a very heavy trailer? When properly equipped, the 2020 Ford Explorer can tow up to 5,600 pounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to add the Class III Trailer Package to your 2020 Ford Explorer? This package is available with the 2.3L EcoBoost\u00ae and 3.3L hybrid engines. If you choose an Explorer with the 3.0L EcoBoost\u00ae engine, this package will be standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about the 2020 Ford Explorer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sheehy.com\/contact-sheehy-auto-stores-in-maryland-and-virginia\">contact our team<\/a> and we will be happy to help in any way we can. If you are just browsing for a new vehicle, or are curious to learn more about any of the models we have in our inventory, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sheehy.com\/blog\">Sheehy Auto Stores blog<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/148\/2019\/11\/01204350\/2020FordExplorer2-A_O.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1075\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/148\/2019\/11\/01204350\/2020FordExplorer2-A_O.jpg\" alt=\"Front driver angle of a red 2020 Ford Explorer driving on a curvy and snowy road\" class=\"wp-image-126\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/148\/2019\/11\/01204350\/2020FordExplorer2-A_O.jpg 1075w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/148\/2019\/11\/01204350\/2020FordExplorer2-A_O-300x105.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/148\/2019\/11\/01204350\/2020FordExplorer2-A_O-768x268.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/148\/2019\/11\/01204350\/2020FordExplorer2-A_O-1024x357.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1075px) 100vw, 1075px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2020 Ford Explorer Drivetrain Options and Capabilities One of the many reasons that SUVs are so desirable among drivers is the fact that these vehicles can handle difficult tasks that a typical car couldn\u2019t do. 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