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Ford Explorer 6th Generation

2020–2026 · U625 · suv

Sixth-gen Explorer (U625) on the rear-drive-based CD6 platform — same architecture as the Lincoln Aviator. Engines: 2.3L EcoBoost I4 (300hp), 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (365hp Platinum / 400hp ST), 3.3L hybrid V6 (318hp combined). 10R60 10-speed automatic. Three-row, 6 or 7-passenger. Police Interceptor Utility continues. Major refresh for 2025 with new front fascia and SYNC 4.

Watch out: Rough 2020 launch quality was the story — multiple recalls / TSBs at launch (2020 model alone had ~10 recalls including rear suspension toe link, wiring harness, and seatback frames). 2020-2022 ST owners report 3.0L EcoBoost intake-valve cracking covered under NHTSA recall 24V-635 (same as Bronco/F-150). 10R60 software updates continued through 2022. Quality stabilized 2023+.

What your Explorer takes

The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.

  • Tire size255/65R18✓ VerifiedView
  • Wiper blades26" driver · 21" passenger · 11" rear✓ VerifiedView
  • Engine oil5W-30 (5.7 qt) · 5W-30 (6 qt) · 5W-20 (6 qt)✓ VerifiedView
  • BatteryGroup 48 · 760 CCA min✓ VerifiedView
  • CoolantMotorcraft Orange WSS-M97B44-D2 · ~11.6 qtFrom owner's manualShop
  • Spark plugsParts in catalogShop
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  • Key fob batteryNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
  • Power steering fluidNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
  • Differential fluidNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
  • Serpentine beltNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
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  • Brake rotorsNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
  • ThermostatNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
  • A/C refrigerantNot catalogued yetFind yours soon
  • Fuel filterNot catalogued yetFind yours soon

Floor mats

Our top custom-fit pick for the Ford Explorer is the WeatherTech Custom Fit FloorLiners 1st & 2nd rows.

Floor mats for the Ford Explorer →

Full clubhouse — owner Garage Lineage, common problems, year-by-year notes, and product picks — is on the build list.

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