Is the NEW 2022 Ford Explorer ST-Line a better SUV to buy that a Palisade XRT? 

300 HP are more than enough for daily use. There are some other parts which I would like to be a bit better but in general it is a pretty nice SUV.

Why are manufacturers finding it so hard to make the jump to full led turn signals front and back?? Are they just trying to use up the old incandescent inventory?

Nice look Joe. I ordered a 2023 Timberline. That’s my favorite trim. Great review given the nasty weather and dark conditions. Great job Stephen. Thanks for bringing it to us.

that green Mustang behind you looks good haha . thanks joe ..:)

This is my favorite Ford performance SUV. Great job with your content as always Joe.

The color, the over all shape and stylish look make this an EYE CATCHER !!! Great and funny video Joe.......thanks !!

I love the outside. For $48K I expect better fit and finish on the inside.

At a high level....it definitely reminds me of the 2014 Explorer. Gotta look close to see anything significantly different.

Truly love this SUV as Palisade remember when they came out 1990s those Explorers were small now after decades the styling has come a very long way. I might go with the Explorer back in 2020 when they newer generation came out wasn't fond of the looks now really like it a lot. I see a lot of these on the roads than before they are good looking also like interior so much grew on me with this SUV.

Great review! I recently leased a Ford ST line Explorer in white. I have to say I’m in love. Most of the features of the ST but better gas mileage! I have to say though I wish the badging was bigger and in more/different places. It’s definitely the best of both worlds. Sporty enough look and feel without having to fill the gas tank up every other day lol. And the price is up there but so are most comparable SUVs. It’s just the world we live in now.

I have a 2022 ST-Line in stone blue I got one of the 1st ones in January we ordered it and it came in March & we love ours. I do wish ford gave it better exhaust tips, as well as a bigger engine if optional.

Nice nice touches on the Ford Explorer ST line I think Ford did a dandy of a job. I love the fact that Ford did a good good badge with the ST-Line.

In its own right, the ford is a good SUV and pretty fast too. But the palisade in my opinion is the winner because of a classier interior and more options (massaging seats, 2nd row heated seats etc) The ford interior looks a little bit cheap compared to the palisade and lacking on a few options too. Good review Joe.

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Whenever Joe does a Ford SUVs like the Explorer, I like it how Ford comes up with the St badge they have the St in red

This explorer can do ON THROTTLE HERE WE GO!

I enjoy your reviews. Look forward to them after work. Keep it up!

Joe, I agree the badging needs to be better and I am not digging the taillights, they look cheap with the fake exhaust I would like to see more horsepower and better fit and finish.

Thank You Almighty God for blessing me with Your grace I will buy one for myself

The palisade is the clear winner. You get better technology and upscale interior. Ford been lacking in those departments. Them palisades sell like mad

Just purchased the exact same s line red explorer yesterday n it’s nice 👍 👍 plenty of quick power compared to my old V8 2001 triton supercrew n my old 2018 V6 explorer XLT I also have a 2020 twin turbo STX F150 supercrew n this S line turbo 4 EXPLORER is right up there with it it’s crazy that FORD has made a turbo 4 to put in an explorer it’ll hold my whole family plus it tows 🙂 I have no complaints I plan on taking it to Dearborn Michigan ( home of FORD ) n tow a trailer back down south

This is a great car. Don't really know why Joe complains about this model being offered only with the 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 Engine which delivers 300 HP and 310 lb. -ft of torque. The Hyundai Palisade has a single engine offering: a 3.5-literV6 with 291 HP on all trim levels. I think at 300 HP the Ford Explorer is one, if not the most, powerful SUV on its class on this model and in the lower trim levels. We all know at higher trims, the Explorer is even more powerful offering other two more engines: a 3.0L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 with 400 HP 415 lb.-ft. of torque, and a 3.3L hybrid V6 318 total net HP with 322 lb.-ft of torque. As far as I remember, I don't think there is another SUV more powerful on the mid size SUV class.

I’ve drive the ST and it’s a blast…100% worth the extra expense.

The fact that there has NEVER been a v8 in the recent explorers to compete with Durango’s, tahoes etc

Love this but the market is straight stupid no way I’m paying these inflated prices for anything. My bank who’s normally the best for low rates and term for loans isn’t even loaning out for 90% of the cars on the market without 5k down.

First!!! Joe nice review as always 👌 👍 👏 😀.

Very interesting take. I had a 2020 XLT, and was very disappointed in it. For one, I thought the interior trim was a huge miss. The large gaps and uneven surfaces you mentioned were not what I expected from Ford, or an Explorer. I'm also 6-foot-4, and was very uncomfortable in the car. I did not feel like there was enough room for me. All that being said, I had the same engine and transmission as in the one you tested, and mine was complete junk. Computer shifting was way too complicated, and the car took forever during acceleration to figure out what gear it wanted to be in. The entire vehicle just felt like Ford's interns had just phoned it in, half-@$$ed it, and knew that they'd move a bunch because it was an Explorer.

Definitely one of my favorite reviews 😂😅. Keep it up

Dont like the Explorer..no sun roof and the interior plastic looks cheap for 48,000 great review Joe as always. Great camera work Stephen. To The Door Panels Joe!

In Europe, we get the ST Line Explorer, but we get it as a PHEV instead of a pure internal combustion engine version. Only in LHD European countries. And in Europe, we have ST line versions of the Fiesta, Focus, Puma, Küga (or Escape), etc

Forget the 'Exploder', over Joe's left shoulder that Eruption Green Metallic Mustang GT Premium is still on the lot...right next to the Atlas Blue Metallic one.

In the video Joe asked if we would spend the extra 10k for the "real St" with the v6. For me that depends on the deal. If the st line gets everything, including suspension tweaks etc, minus the engine, then maybe. A 600 tune would get the 2.3 close to the stock ST power numbers if i wanted to tinker (yes im aware of what a tune to a real ST would do). If the prices were closer then yes, straight to the ST.

Very nice. Joe, I'm considering picking up a 2023 Explorer ST-Line. I already have a 2020 Lincoln MKZ 400hp 3.0 in the garage but I'm needing an SUV. However, Joe I agree with you that Ford should have beefed up the horses in the Explorer ST-Line. Make it special and possibly a HUGE seller. Ford could have dropped the 2.7L Edge ST engine in the Explorer ST-Line. That would have given the Explorer ST-Line 335HP and 380lb-ft of torque. Man I tell you that would have given it just the right amount of punch. C'mon Ford get with the program!!! Would that have been so hard?? I mean many folks just can't shell out the bucks for a full Explorer ST trim so give them a little something. Especially during these times. C'mon Ford. You can do it baby!! Talk to them Joe. Knock some sense into them. Thanks for the walk-around. This will help with my decision making. 👍

🤣👍 On throttle here we go!!! Great review Joe. It's a dream to ge it (ST Line), close to 90k in Panama 🤦‍♂️

The back wiper should be tucked in

That grill is actually a diffrent design from the ST, it is the same as Platinum just in gloss black.

Nice review keep up the good work Joe

I like it overall. A power bump would've been greatly appreciated. My biggest issue is the wheel choice. Instead of actually designing a new wheel for the ST Line (like they did with the Edge ST Line) they just slapped stock ST wheels on it. Probably cause they have too many laying around cause everyone ops for the brake and street package on their STs. But still, little more effort on Ford's part would've gone a long way

You know what else I’m miffed about. There is no handle on the back lift gate on the inside. My edge had it and my 2015 explorer. The handle always came in handy because I never wanted my lift gate to be opened all the way as I have to park in a parking ramp at work. Not to mention the garage! I don’t want it to hit anything.

Not only did this vehicle theme turn me off, it just killed my interest in the real ST

Hmmm..a tough choice because I really like the look of both..but overall I'd give the Koreans the edge

For $48k , I’d expect a moonroof, ventilated seats and a power folding 3rd row. It’s not a bad package otherwise. I spend a little more money and get the rwd version of the ST with the 21 inch wheels and upgraded brakes.

I love it Joe and Lori and keep up the great work real true and I love the video lot real true 👍 💯💯💯💯💯

It's a phenomenal engine. I rented one and thought it was a v6.

How are LEDs as compared to projector LEDs? Is there any difference or is a gimmick.

Missing rear a/c controls is actually due to the shortage, I believe because of this there is a Ford credit on the window sticker.

Yessir look at that beauty.

Joe I thought you had a family show here again with the innuendos my grandma wanted to know what you meant by that. I find it hilarious but she always ends up asking me what you meant by that. She thinks you're an angel so I can't tell her what you meant. Thank you for your wonderful Channel peace

I'm curious now on your review of the Edge ST-Line 🤔

Also I think if Ford wants they can make a raptor or a raptor R version to compete with the other SUVs that have 700+ hp

even if it is an St-Line, I rather have the 400 hp v6 on the hood.

2023 Ford Explorer ST-Line MSRP From $46,005 Prices for a new Ford Explorer ST-Line currently range from $46,440 to $56,390 for a 2023 Ford Explorer St - line ☺️.

Thank you, I'm ready to buy my palisade.

When I think of St I think of sport technology

That's the exact same infotainment and dash screen from my 2020 Escape that costs almost $22K less. Come on Ford, $48K, this is less trimmed out than the Limited it seems? Plus, all these small displacement motors being asked to move 5000lb vehicles is a recipe for disaster. I like Ford and of the big 3, they are far and away the best but man have they've gotten big in their britches with their asking prices.

I JUST BOUGHT A ST LINE FROM CROWNE FORD LONG ISLAND NY. ITS LOADED 21 INCH WHEELS BLACK ON BKACK ROOF POWER FOLD MIRRORS 😃😃😃😃e.t.c @m loving the Explorer! This is my 5th one. I wanted the 23'!, But didn't want to wait @n additional several months, @nd keep paying for 20 lease I has that expires on the 19th of this month!!!!!

We are heavily looking into the explorer for my wife’s next car. It seems odd that Ford doesn’t allow more engine choices for lower tier trims. Based on what I’ve looked into on their website certain features like power folding third row and four wheel drive are only available on limited and higher trims. Seems odd but hasn’t thwarted our decision.

They should make the regular Explorers look different than the cop explorer.

Why did they change the rims??

Hey, look at that… old school, single style turn-singles! 😁

we are so happy with our 2013 Limited... and it has more features than this aside from a better interior... we got another 4 yr extended warranty from Walker since we only have 80k miles on it...

those rims are comical and cheezy.

Joe, I don't need the extra horsepower. I have my Mustang GT in the garage. ;-)

I'm thinking of buy a used 22' Ford Explorer.

I feel like the interior in the explorer feels too plasticky and cheap for the price you pay. Not impressed 🙁😕

A 2022 4x4 eight passenger Honda Pilot might be a better buy. Or the 4x4 Kia Telluride S.

The reason why the fit and finish in the interior is always cheaply done in the Explorer, because it's easier to modify it as a Police or Federal Official vehicle.

Don't buy this in 2022... My father has the high end Platinum 2021 and he's a typical older guy who loves everything Ford, it is incredibly cheap feeling inside compared to other SUVs, but you're spending a ton.

It's like between the Ford Explorer St and the Ford Explorer St line it's like the Ford Explorer St has 100 more horsepower than the Ford Explorer St line

Might be getting my son one of these but im thinking of getting it for myself haha😂

Looks good .

Still waiting for the Explorer RS.

I have it and love it.

Is it me or does the current range of explorers seem cost reduced compared with the previous iteration?

J ~ I like it, tony macaroni

You know what I might get a Ford Explorer even if it's a 2023 or more

That's not the base engine correct Joe? I mean, 300 hp isn't bad by any means, but a na six would make me happier

For the Explorer they should have done ST1 st2 that's what Ford should do it's like Kia with the GT

An ST Line Explorer/Edge is to me like a C8 Corvette with the little GM 3.6 V6 and calling an Ette.

Gotta zonk that dash n horsepower

Rather have the new Palisade for a little more.

Ford should have more leg room and the three row SUVs including the Explorer like Chevrolet SUVs like Chevrolet Suburban and Chevrolet Tahoe those kinds of SUVs from Chevrolet

Not bad, but personally, I'd like the real ST. Although my wife isn't feeling the solid black interior, so we might be looking at a different version altogether. No Hyundai for us.

I wish that Ford when they make the Explorer I still say again and again that they should sink the Explorer name on the hood and put the Explorer name with the emblems on the back

Build quality is always been a problem with the Ford unfortunately! Good review Joe👍

Is ford reliable or durable ?

Ford should have put the St line badge on the grill and the back like they did on the fenders. I don't even see Ford Explorer St/ St line, I always see Ford Explorer XLT, premium, or Limited and some of those are AWD. Why would Ford make a Ford Explorer St line but have it as a rear-wheel Drive doesn't make sense at all

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It's not bad. But still would take the Telluride for the price.

Overall it's a nice vehicle still prefer a natural V6

I'm Zonking that interior for you Joe. Looks super cheap, in a not so cheap package. I'm a Ford guy, own an F-150, but the Explorer needs some re-work.

For the price, way too much, for a suv without a sunroof, a prop rod to hold up the hood, and the fit and finish, American brands don't keep up with thier counterpoint for the price, I did love the color on it though

Money is an issue that every one has for a better and luxurious life was hard for me until I start trading Bitcoin and am now earning $26,435 per week

ST owner here(2020 model)... POS over time, you should run away from it. Ford is making crap that looks good and runs well for the first year. My ST has been in and out of shop every 3 months, for all kinds of issues. Cheap plastics, computer issues, oil leaks, failed CV joints, exhaust leaks... the list goes on.

I own the top of trim plantnium 2021. Huge disappointment on the interior material, and the the execution of the infotainment system.

Not enough h.p. .. Too much black plastic trim

The taillights pretty much ruin the whole look of the vehicle for me.

Definitely go to another competitor.

ST Line grill is not the same as the ST, look similar, but not the same quality.

God bless this King for driving into what appears to be a supercell storm system?? “Visibility out the front is great” … and yeah out to your left you’ll see several tornados.