With its Wild West styling and powerful performance, the 2022 Ford Explorer King Ranch is a fan favorite. Choose this three-row midsize crossover for handsome styling, rich interior comfort, and all-out adventure.
Is the 2022 Ford Explorer King Ranch a luxury SUV?
The King Ranch is a very luxurious Explorer. It’s on par with the Platinum, another Explorer trim model that sits on the same top tier. Compared to the Platinum, though, the King Ranch has its own Western-themed style, with exclusive features like saddle-brown leather upholstery and special badging to set it apart from other Explorers.
Which features come with the 2022 King Ranch?
This Western-themed midsize crossover treats you to a very luxurious cabin, rolling out the red carpet with exclusive Del Rio leather seats, two rows of heated seats, and tri-zone automatic climate control. Tech upgrades include a remote start system, wireless smartphone charging pad, and a premium 14-speaker sound system. Outside, the King Ranch catches your eye with chrome trim, LED signature lighting, and flashy 20-inch wheels.
2022 King Ranch interior features:
- Del Rio leather seating with lasso-perforated inserts
- Mesa Del Rio leather-wrapped, heated steering wheel
- Power tilt-and-telescoping steering column
- Heated front seats
- Second-row heated captain’s seats
- PowerFold third-row
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
- SYNC 3 with voice-activated navigation system
- 14-speaker B&O sound system with 980 watts
- Multi-color ambient interior lighting
- Remote start
- Wireless charging pad
- Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ suite of safety aids
- Premium Technology Package
- Optional twin-panel moonroof
2022 King Explorer exterior features:
- 20-inch 10-spoke aluminum wheels with King Ranch center cap
- LED signature lighting
- LED fog lamps
- Power-folding, heated glass mirrors with LED turn signal indicators
- Chrome exterior trim
- Quad chrome exhaust tips
- Stone Gray grille mesh insert
- Satin aluminum roof rack side rails
- Hands-free, foot-activated liftgate
What’s under the hood?
The Explorer King Ranch comes standard with the model’s strongest engine, a 400-horsepower turbocharged V6. It helps you get up to speed in a jiffy, and its rear-wheel-drive platform also contributes to a very sporty ride. For extra traction on the trail, you can add all-wheel drive to your King Ranch as an option.
2022 Ford King Ranch specs include:
- Turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine (400 horsepower, 415 lb-ft of torque)
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive
- Trailer sway control
- Class IV Trailer Tow Package
- Optional all-wheel drive
- Optional hill descent control
- Optional Terrain Management System
How much can the 2022 Ford Explorer King Ranch tow?
Thanks to its powerful V6 engine, a properly equipped King Ranch can tow up to 5,600 pounds. That’s more than the Explorer with four-cylinder engine (which maxes out at 5,300 pounds) or hybrid engine (5,000 pounds max) can manage. Its extra towing muscle makes the King Ranch a great option for anyone with a hefty boat or camper.
How much does the 2022 Ford Explorer King Ranch cost?
Ford’s extra-luxurious crossover SUV starts at $53,115. This MSRP includes the King Ranch’s standard features, from its exclusive Del Rio leather upholstery to its sporty V6 powertrain. When you start adding options, such as sporty all-wheel drive, the price will go up accordingly.
Sources:
https://www.ford.com/suvs/explorer/models/explorer-king-ranch/
https://www.edmunds.com/ford/explorer/