Thank you for not beating up a brand new (somebody else's car). Nothing irks me more than when I see a car with less than 1k miles and people are doing high revs and doing launches.
@@WayneKerr69420 Until 2022, then they are the same. However, as my comment states, install a tune on an ST and the Platinum and the power numbers are identical. Physically, they are the same. Only the software makes the HP lower and they changed that in 2022.
St looks good but i would go with platinum. Best of both worlds. I have the fusion sport, i wish the fusion platinum offered the sport powertrain like the explorer.
You think platinum rides nicer? I have sport expedition now, going to explorer, to not have to ‘step up’ - LOVE the look of the sport much better, but we do long distance driving trips often n that’s what we are wondering, is if platinum would give a ‘better ride’ or not
Unless you out driving like a road race or being crazy on the road really hard to tell the difference. Its the same transmission engine same size and make of tires. The suspension parts look the same might be a difference in spring rate. Maybe a little different brake package not sure. A little different badging
I'm wondering if it matters after tuning. If it is the same engine and trans, after having a custom tune done it should be the same. My only concern at that point would be the electronic features such as is the sport mode the same, does it tighten up the suspension in the ST and doesn't do it and the Platinum stuff like that. I'm in the market to buy one and I have no idea. Have you found out anything?
I have a new 23 ST and it has a front end clunk over bumps at slow speed, almost like strut or ball joint. Dealership said they couldn't find anything so escalated it, and its going back tomorrow. If it weren't for that, it would be a fine SUV. I am guessing they are going to tell me "that is just how it is" It is definitely fast for a 3rd row SUV. And there is a big difference between normal and sport mode as well. Also, the only thing coming out of that stock exhaust is a drone.
@@suppaman12 Dealer replaced a front strut. Said it had a separated bearing and thought this took care of it, but it didn’t. I was just advised that the plastic end links are most likely the culprit. It’s worth a try 🤷🏻♂️ Now I’m having issues with the Sync 3 system and it’s going back to dealer next week. I’m trading mine in next year on a 2025 ST. I’m gonna give Ford another chance because this vehicle is so much fun to drive. But quite honestly, I’m scared to own it outside of warranty.
Have a platinum, the st wins exterior, but couldn’t get over the cheaper interior feel. Also don’t like the explorer exterior lettering, again looks cheap
Peoria Ford near us wants us to check out the Platinum because they "drive pretty much the same." I really want the ST model....worth holding out for them to find an ST??
@@JVette01 i just got it like two weeks ago and ever since I got it it’s been 15 and 16 mpg on the highway. I tried resetting it and then it went up to 19 but it feels like it’s a V8 when it’s actually a v6. I feel like I’m driving a expedition not an explorer
@@maxfernandez6346 my folks just ordered a platinum after getting frustrated with our local Lincoln dealer trying to buy an Aviator. They were not thrilled with the screen orientation so we’ll see if it grows on them. I prefer it more incorporated into the dash design.
If you are comparing the ST to the Platinum, Why are you comparing the 2.3' to the 3.0l ? Not trying to bitch, just suggesting to stick to your title header.
