A Platinum Explorer should feel meaningfully different from an ordinary three-row SUV, and this 2025 Ford Explorer Platinum does.
Finished in Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat over a Salt Crystal and Onyx interior, it combines a 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6, 10-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive with the premium equipment that makes long days around Tampa Bay noticeably more comfortable.
With only 21,072 miles, it also brings a low-mileage profile to a configuration built for buyers who want performance, technology and family utility in one vehicle.

The 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6 gives the Explorer a strong reserve of passing power and highway acceleration without requiring the size of a full-size SUV. Ford pairs it with a 10-speed automatic that keeps shifts smooth and gives the powertrain enough ratio spread for both responsive acceleration and relaxed cruising. Rear-wheel drive contributes to a balanced driving character, while trailer-sway control and the Class III Trailer Tow Package add useful flexibility for properly matched recreational equipment. For the commute from Wesley Chapel into Tampa or a loaded trip across the state, this is a powertrain designed to feel effortless rather than strained.

This VIN-specific Platinum is equipped with the Premium Package, Lux Leather Package, Ultimate Package and Platinum 600A content. The cabin includes heated and ventilated front seating, heated second-row seats, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, a power-folding third row and a panoramic Vista Roof. Six-passenger seating gives second-row occupants their own space, while USB-C connectivity in all rows helps keep devices ready during longer trips. A 110-volt power outlet adds another useful charging option for work, travel or family gear.

Technology is a major part of the experience. A 13.2-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster create a modern, information-rich cockpit, while the B&O Sound System with 14 speakers gives music and podcasts the kind of audio presence expected in a Platinum model. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto reduce cable clutter, FordPass Connect supports connected functions and remote start is especially useful when the vehicle has been sitting in Florida heat. The power liftgate and intelligent access system make everyday loading and entry easier when hands are full.

Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 adds a broad collection of driver-assistance technology, including adaptive cruise capability, lane support, blind-spot monitoring, intersection assist and parking-related awareness systems. The vehicle is also equipped for Ford BlueCruise hands-free highway driving under the applicable plan, giving the driver another tool for supported highway travel. Adaptive LED headlamps, rain-sensing wipers and automatic high-beam functionality further reduce routine workload when conditions change.

This Explorer qualifies as Ford Gold Certified under the established automatic rules. Gold certification adds a 172-point inspection, a 12-month/12,000-mile Comprehensive Limited Warranty, a seven-year/100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty, 24/7 Roadside Assistance and applicable FordPass Rewards Points. Gold is the correct certification tier for this non-EV Ford because it is model year 2021 or newer and remains under 80,000 miles.

For a buyer comparing upscale three-row SUVs around Wesley Chapel, New Tampa or Brandon, this Explorer Platinum offers a compelling mix of V6 performance, premium seating, advanced driver assistance and genuine cargo flexibility. The Rapid Red finish gives it presence, while the Platinum equipment makes the cabin feel appropriately special every time the doors close.